Police had a several-block perimeter blocked off Thursday afternoon. One person was taken into custody.
Safety fencing for pedestrian routes is in place throughout the construction zone but all businesses are open.
Empowering and dedicated, retired Joliet Township High School teacher passes away at age 80.
Crews from the downtown Joliet Fire Station No. 1 responded to Wednesday night's fire on North Chicago Street, which is closed to traffic.
Margarita Saavedra, now 37 years old, has been incarcerated in the Will County Jail in 2023, 2022 and 2017. Now, there's a new warrant.
Prior to receiving a 75-day unpaid suspension in April, Joliet Police Officer Alfonso Sanchez received a three-day unpaid suspension.
A retired Indian Head Park Police officer and was also the owner-operator of Boehm Trenching.
Under the plea deal, Gadson's attempted murder charges were dismissed. He pleaded guilty to three counts of aggravated discharge of a gun.
She was an adventurous spirit and a beautiful soul.
The public can expect delays and should allow extra time for trips through this area.
Shorewood gang member Jon Hansen identifies himself as a Milwaukee King who wants to fight Vice Lords, court documents in Will County show.
A Nissan Versa driven by Esther Baker-Williams, 70, of Shorewood was westbound in the inside lane of West Jefferson Street.
Joliet police have closed down West Jefferson Street.
Arcadia Cold storage, with project partners and local officials, will celebrate the groundbreaking of a new cold storage facility in Joliet.
Tony's Place is located on Joliet's West Jefferson Street, near the former NAPA auto parts store.
Haley began her role at USF on January 1, 2025.
Jancarlos Paramo, age 32, comes from the 500 block of Joliet's Herkimer Street. He's been let out of the Will County Jail.
He lived a life filled with adventure and purpose.
Linda was a radiant light of faith, wisdom, and love, known for her joyful smile and her unwavering commitment to her family.
An ambulance was called to the scene after Daveonte Travis complained of an injury, however he eventually refused medical assistance.
Officers learned that Caballero- Chagala had bit the woman on the shoulder, Joliet police advised.
Donald Sickmier is suspected of lunging at his son from the back seat and punching him in the face multiple times, Joliet police advised.
As the officer attempted to arrest Anthony Sago, he tensed his arms in order to prevent being placed into handcuffs, Joliet police advised.
One of Joliet's most avid bicyclists, Donny Shiner, died in October when he was hit in the middle of the night on Larkin Avenue.
He will be remembered for having an adventurous spirit with a zest for life.
Beloved sister, aunt, and great-grandma passes away at age 91.
Member of All Saints Greek Orthodox Church, serving in the Philoptochos Society, passes away at age 73.
Korean War Vet and beloved husband of Varna for 52 years, passes away at age 90.
The vehicle appeared to be struck by gunfire once in the driver’s side door and once in the rear driver’s side door.
The Joliet Planning Commission voted 5-2 in favor of the Vista Ridge Subdivision at its December 12 meeting.
The proposed loan would be for a term of 20 years at market interest rates.
MyGrain Brewing went out of business in August 2023. MyGrain had a lease agreement to open inside the city of Joliet's Union Station.
The Joliet City Council will vote on the special user permit for the Starbucks drive-thru at the first meeting of 2025.
Justin Murph then stood in front of the door and would not allow the victim to leave, Joliet police advised.
Joliet police officers determined that 22-year-old Luis Hernandez-De Jesus’ driver’s license was suspended due to a past DUI.
The Joliet police officer noticed that 26-year-old Donna Zavala had left behind a bookbag on the sidewalk, police said.
Gregory Woods was on the scene and was placed into custody without incident, Joliet police said.
There were a lot of smiles on peoples' faces in Joliet in 2024 thanks to the people featured in many of these popular Joliet Patch stories.
Longtime Owner of J & J Repair
A loving Dad and Papa who thoroughly enjoyed watching his Chicago Cubs.