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.
Artesia Titus and a second woman were arrested for mob action and other charges when they refused a police order to leave a gas station early Sunday morning.
Suspect Thomas Loftis told Joliet police that initially he was just trying to stop a friend from driving drunk, but then "went a little crazy."
The mini-crime spree was allegedly carried out Sunday afternoon by three suspects, ages 16 and 17, Joliet police said.
The mini-crime spree was allegedly carried out Sunday afternoon by three suspects, ages 16 and 17, Joliet police said.
Arrests made by the Joliet Police Department, Will County Sheriff's Office and other law enforcement agencies.
The book, based on the life of Nancy Skroko's grandmother, was 26 years in the making, the author said.
More than 20 colleges will participate in the event, aimed at students pursuing higher education in computers, engineering, science and related management fields.
Frank Gubernat was pronounced dead shortly after noon Sunday; an autopsy will be conducted Monday.
The bottle, which has never been opened, features a Hilltopper player on one side and the scores of all the games for the championship team.
Arrests made by the Joliet Police Department, Will County Sheriff's Office and other law enforcement agencies.
The trees are either infested with the emerald ash borer or will likely be so if the infested trees remain, officials said.
These 8-week-old kittens are available for adoption at Joliet Township Animal Control.
Arrests made by the Joliet Police Department, Will County Sheriff's Office and other law enforcement agencies.
There are many more in Joliet, so feel free to give a shout-out to anyone not on this list but worthy of recognition.
Joliet police say Kenneth Gutschick donned a face mask before forcing employees to turn over $285.
Joliet police say Kenneth Gutschick donned a face mask before forcing employees to turn over $285.
Romeoville police said they were forced to shoot one of the suspects when he attempted to drive away with an police officer caught in the getaway car's door.
Todd Sherman, a photographer who was on the scene after the incident, provides dramatic description of what happened.
The suit alleges that the Will County Forest Preserve District and Silver Cross Hospital's negligence contributed to the death of James Lorenc on Oct. 5.
Arrests made by the Joliet Police Department, Will County Sheriff's Office and other law enforcement agencies.
