A huge source of pride for Joliet’s outgoing police chief are the relationships and bonds he’s developed during his time leading the police department. 

A lawsuit claims the rezoning of agricultural land for a Joliet data center is unconstitutional and the city violated state laws during the approval process.

Gov. JB Pritzker joined local leaders on Friday to celebrate the construction of new Interstate 80 bridges that cross the Des Plaines River in Joliet. 

Governor JB Priztker visits Joliet to kickoff the new Interstate 80 Des Plaines River bridges on Friday.

Menards will develop self-storage behind Jefferson Street store, while plan for self-storage on Drauden Road approved on third attempt.

Cass Street bridge downtown now expected to stay closed until at least late summer 2027. Brandon Road bridge reopening pushed back.

A termination hearing that began Wednesday for a Joliet police lieutenant who is accused of misusing the Flock license plate reader will continue to another date but it’s yet not clear when.

Joliet mayor says another 300,000 square feet of retail and restaurants to be built in next 18 months at Rock Run Collection

The artist who designed the Unity Dome said she was "very honored to be part of the bigger project to be creating something very special for City Square for Joliet."

Joliet city officials say the search for the next police chief "will not be limited geographically—internal, regional, and national candidates will all be welcome to apply."

The filming of the proposed HBO TV series “American Blue” continued on late Tuesday afternoon near the Slammers baseball stadium in Joliet.

The Joliet police chief plans to retire May 28 after serving more years than any other chief since 2018 for a department that weathered controversies and leadership instability before his arrival.

A Book Burrow for kids, a new room for teens, more meeting space, and better view of the wooded outdoors featured in completed remodeling of Joliet Public Library Black Road Branch.

"The Banks" has nine suites for bridal parties, family reunions or travelers looking for a unique place to stay in Joliet.

Joliet city manager now can hire replacement three months before departing employee leaves.

Downtown City Square will be the site of live music, story times for kids, community celebrations, Star Wars Day and the return of Race Fan Rally.

The Joliet City Council will vote Tuesday on a five-year property tax abatement for one of two future Hyundai plans.

Family, friends and city officials were among those at a ceremony to honor Duenez, who died a year ago during an Army training mission in Lithuania.

Sydney Thompson headed media relations in Channahon. She replaces Rosamarie DiBenedetto, who left in December to become village administrator in Manhattan.

About 50 showed up Saturday in Joliet for a two-hour protest against a proposed data center south of the city.

Joliet is developing its first comprehensive plan since the 1950s. Residents, business owners and community stakeholders are encouraged to participate.

The federal court order on Tuesday did not set a specific amount that the city should receive in reimbursement of litigation costs from the attorneys for former Joliet Mayor Bob O’Dekirk.

Trader Joe's says no store confirmed for Joliet, but labor official says bidding process for potential construction job is in the works.

Home builder D.R. Horton says there's a market demand for smaller houses, but council puts caps on how many.

Mayor Terry D'Arcy says series will bring good attention to Joliet and its police department.

New technology will allow the Joliet Police Department to predict officer burnout, according to s staff memo. The City Council, however, wants to hear more details.

Joliet's chief legal counsel said former Mayor Bob O'Dekirk's legal claims "have always been without merit." A federal judge has not yet ruled on a motion for sanctions against O'Dekirk's attorneys.

A Kankakee County judge dismissed a lawsuit filed by a former Joliet mayor who claims he was the victim of a conspiracy in 2020 to subject him to criminal charges.

Joliet City Council approval didn't come easy, but a 6-3 vote gave green light for future football stadium and other new facilities at JCA.

New city events director discusses plans for 2026 after New Orleans North and Taste of Joliet have been canceled

Joliet let the last agreement lapse in 2019 and then annexed land for the controversial NorthPoint Development warehouse plan.

A public hearing will be Tuesday on first boundary agreement since 2019. The gap between agreements with Joliet and Elwood made the NorthPoint annexation possible

The city is developing an expanding special events staff, but director was not consulted about future of Taste of Joliet.

Twenty people showed up at a Joliet City Council meeting to object to plans for a data center that was not on the council agenda. A state report warns Illinois data centers are sucking up the state's available electricity.

The biggest summer event in Joliet has been called off for 2026. The Joliet Park District plans to replace it with a downsized event in 2027, and it may not be in the summer.

City Council votes Tuesday on budget with 11 more employees as mayor warns that Joliet is on a path toward $1 million-a-week health insurance costs.

The 2026 budget for Joliet “holds the line on property taxes for the second consecutive year," according to city officials. The city council is expected to vote on the budget next week.

Pace has launched a new VanGo program at the Joliet Gateway Center to give commuters an easier way to get the last mile to work.

City officials say they're willing to give up land to Forest Preserve District of Will County.

Downtown visitors for the Light Up the Holidays Festival and Parade were impressed with what they see so far of the new Joliet City Square.

The Joliet City Council voted 6-3 on Tuesday for a $156,500 staffing study. One member says it will lead to adding more jobs.

The 27th annual Light Up the Holidays Festival & Parade will immediately follow The tree lighting ceremony on Friday, Nov. 28 at Joliet's new City Square.

New legislation poses the possibility of more commuter trains on rgw Rock Island line and a future high-speed rail connection between Joliet and Peoria.

Restaurant will replace MyGrain Brewery, plans to reopen brewhouse.

A visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home, 2320 Black Road in Joliet. A funeral Mass for Reardon will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Friday at Cathedral of St. Raymond Nonnatus.

The City of Joliet has reached a $260,000 settlement with a former employee who claimed a former city manager and two others fired her in retaliation for exercising her constitutional rights.

Sign-up for the program filled up in 30 hours this year, the fastest rate yet for a city of Joliet service that clears driveways and sidewalks for seniors and disabled residents.

The meeting at 6:30 p.m. on Oct. 22 will provide information on recent past and future possible uses for stretch of land near Old Joliet Prison.

The office of Will County State’s Attorney James Glasgow, who endorsed a candidate running in the same election as Joliet City Council member Juan Moreno, has filed a lawsuit to remove Moreno from office based on residency issues.

Joliet Mayor D'Arcy breaks tie as City Council OKs $197,000 for downtown sculpture.