Joliet, IL|News|
Man Pushed Pregnant Niece to Ground in Cell Phone Fight: Police
William Wells Jr. is accused of slapping and pushing the victim because he wanted her to get off the phone, Joliet police said.
Karen Sorensen, Patch Staff
Karen Sorensen, Patch Staff
- Plainfield, IL
I've been the editor of Joliet Patch since its launch in May 2012, and prior to that I helped launch Plainfield Patch in August 2010.
As a journalist with 20-plus years' experience, I love that Patch is a grassroots approach to connecting people to the community in which they live. We provide a platform to get the news of the day just on your town -- Joliet -- as well as a community resource that allows you to offer your opinion, follow topics that interest you and interact with other Patch readers.
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Joliet, IL|News|
Walmart Purse Snatcher Foiled Thanks to Victim, Witness: Police
Diego Anguiano-Aguardo told Joliet police he went into the store with the intent of stealing money, Cmdr. Al Roechner said.
Karen Sorensen, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|News|
Blotter: Aggravated Battery, Burglary, Sex Abuse, Other Charges
Arrests made by the Joliet Police Department and the Will County Sheriff's Office.
Karen Sorensen, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|News|
Letter: Document Leak a 'Slap in Face' to City Staff, Residents
The Evergreen Terrace document leak is a betrayal of the oath city council members take to protect residents' interests, former Joliet council member Don Fisher said.
Karen Sorensen, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|News|
Annie Lue Jones Obituary
A service will be held Monday at St. John M.B. Church in Joliet.
Karen Sorensen, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|News|
Lakesha Dantzler Obituary
A service will be held Monday at Shiloh Baptist Church in Lockport.
Karen Sorensen, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|News|
Joliet Man, 36, Gets 3 Years for Having Sex with 13-Year-Old
Joshua Scheun pleaded guilty to aggravated criminal sexual abuse Thursday in DuPage County court.
Karen Sorensen, Patch Staff
Channahon-Minooka, IL|News|
Joliet Man Gets 45 Years for Helping Friend Kill Romantic Rival
Jesus Zambrano, who fled Joliet after the 2009 shooting and was arrested near Mexico, was convicted of first-degree murder in August.
Karen Sorensen, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|News|
Registration Deadline Feb. 18 to Vote in March Primary, Clerk Says
Anyone who is not registered or has changed their name or address must sign up with the Will County clerk's office to vote in the March 18 primary.
Karen Sorensen, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|News|
YMCA's Annual Giving Gala Set for Feb. 22
The event raises money for scholarships so that no one is turned away from the Y for inability to pay.
Karen Sorensen, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|News|
Blotter: Domestic Battery, No License, Trespass, Other Charges
Arrests made by the Joliet Police Department, Will County Sheriff's Office and other law enforcement agencies.
Karen Sorensen, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|News|
Letter: Joliet Dodged a 'For-Profit' Bullet, Councilman Says
Residents proven right in opposing Corrections Corporation of America building immigrant detention center here, At-large Councilman Jim McFarland said.
Karen Sorensen, Patch Staff
Plainfield|News|
Macy's Plans Job Cuts as Cost-Saving Measure
The national retailer is making changes, which will affect its Joliet store, in order to save about $100 million, a published report said.
Karen Sorensen, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|News|
Macy's Plans Job Cuts as Cost-Saving Measure
The national retailer is making changes, which will affect its Joliet store, in order to save about $100 million, a published report said.
Karen Sorensen, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|News|
Joliet Man Gets 45 Years for Helping Friend Kill Romantic Rival
Jesus Zambrano, who fled Joliet after the 2009 shooting and was arrested near Mexico, was convicted of first-degree murder in August.
Karen Sorensen, Patch Staff
Shorewood, IL|News|
'Polar Plunge' for Special Olympics Being Held in Joliet
The March 8 event, sponsored by the Law Enforcement Torch Run, will be held at Leisure Lakes Resort on Frontage Road.
Karen Sorensen, Patch Staff
Channahon-Minooka, IL|News|
'Polar Plunge' for Special Olympics Being Held in Joliet
The March 8 event, sponsored by the Law Enforcement Torch Run, will be held at Leisure Lakes Resort on Frontage Road.
Karen Sorensen, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|News|
Blotter: Obstruction, Trespass, Unlawful ID, Other Charges
Arrests made by the Joliet Police Department, Will County Sheriff's Office and other law enforcement agencies.
Karen Sorensen, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|News|
Revenue Down by $10M at Both Joliet Casinos from 2012 to 2013
While the numbers continue to slide, in part due to the success of Des Plaines' Casino, Harrah's continues to be the second highest money-maker in Illinois.
Karen Sorensen, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|News|
Silver Cross' Annual Collectibles, Antiques Sale Set for Feb. 7-8
The event will be held at the Encore Shop, located on the hospital's former Joliet campus.
Karen Sorensen, Patch Staff
