Robert Erwin Borgstrom, 89, passed away peacefully on November 9, 2025.
A former inmate at the Illinois Department of Corrections, Tommy McDonald is in no hurry to stand trial for the two Joliet murders.
This marks the fourth time the 36-year-old Joliet man has been in Will County's Jail since September 2019. He lives on South Chicago Street.
Crest Hill police provided details of the suspect who burglarized a local business early Thursday.
Purchases on the outsiderthreads.com website support The Nature Foundation of Will County and the Forest Preserve District's mission.
Joliet police officers and detectives conducted a thorough canvass of the area, but the dangerous criminal got away.
Abrego will oversee all aspects of the City’s human resources operations, including employee and labor relations, recruitment and retention.
Lorenzo Figueroa, 25, of Joliet's Emmett Street, spent two days in the jail following this week's arrest by Joliet police.
Will County Circuit Judge Amy Bertani-Tomczak rejected efforts by prosecutors to put Plainfield area resident Matthew Ferguson in jail.
More than five years have passed since Denise O'Malley, then 55, shot the retired Cook County officer inside their home on Brighton Lane.
Afrontó la vida con una fuerza serena y un corazón abierto. He approached life with a quiet strength and an open heart.
Her life was a testament to the power of kindness and the lasting impact one person can have.
On November 15, 1969, Dave Thomas opened his very first Wendy’s restaurant in Columbus, Ohio at 257 E. Broad St.
Joliet resident Timothy Thurmond, now 49, was arrested by Joliet police and booked into Will County Jail's more than two years ago.
Jeremy Boshears, now 40, has lived in Will County's Jail for eight entire years. At his 2022 trial, he testified Katie Kearns shot herself.
For several years, USF President Arvid Johnson and Bernie the St. Bernard helped light the Christmas tree to kick off Joliet's parade.
Judon Lindsey comes from the 300 block of North Broadway Street. Now he's being detained in the Will County Jail under the SAFE-T-Act.
Crews performed quick attack on the garage and limited the fire spread to the structure.
Joliet Police Detective Peter Ranstead, now 42, had remained on administrative leave following his arrest.
Her family was the center of her world and the source of her greatest joy.
A long time Joliet resident, passes away at age 62.
His spirit will forever live on in the hearts of those he encouraged, inspired, and loved.
Ryan Obot, age 39, was processed at the Joliet Police Department and transferred to the Will County Adult Detention Facility.
James Zelinski was processed at the Joliet Police Department and then transferred to the Kendall County Jail.
The children were released to the care of their grandmother, Joliet police revealed.
Joe's Hot Dogs owner Jill Huffstutler, granddaughter of founder Joseph LaRose, is now exploring the sale of the legendary local landmark.
Joliet Area Historical Museum on Friday, November 14th from 5:30-9pm - sample over 40 hand crafted beers, ciders, seltzers & more!
Olivia Meza, 38, and Bella Meza were reported missing on Saturday after they were last seen more than a week ago.
"The State of Water: Our Most Valuable Resource" exhibit opens Nov. 12 and runs through Jan. 7 at Four Rivers visitor center in Channahon.
His legacy is not only in the life he lived, but in the love he shared.
His love for exploration and zest for life were matched only by his generosity and the warmth he shared with everyone around him.
Located in Rockdale, Roc City is one of the only bars in Illinois dishing up a delicious Thanksgiving roll, but only in November.
David Hietschold, formerly of Morris and the 4200 block of Bargo Lane, wasn't present at his trial or sentencing hearing, prosecutors said.
A man and a female juvenile in the home at the time of the shooting were uninjured in the early morning shooting.
SMN, 702 N Broadway, Joliet. Sunday December 14. 10am - 4pm. Vendor spots are still available. Register by Dec 1st. See info below.
David Gregory of Shorewood has been the subject of numerous arrests by Joliet and Shorewood police in recent years.
Coats can be dropped off at St. Mary Nativity School, 702 N. Broadway, Joliet.
Robert Diaz, 35, visited the Walmart store on West Jefferson Street this week and took merchandise without paying, police say.
In September 2019, Jessy and her husband Ruben Rodriguez opened Sunshine Mexican Cafe, 406 N. Scott St.
Joliet District 86 Highlights October Students of the Month