News, articles, photos, and information about Joliet, Illinois from the Herald-News and Shaw Local
Indiana man charged with threatening Will County prosecutor
A special prosecutor has charged a man from Hammond, Indiana with threatening a Will County prosecutor who's running to become a circuit court judge.By Felix Sarver●
Ventura highlights Valley View arts and foreign language education grant
Valley View Community Unit School District 365U received a $40,000 grant to allow it to expand arts or foreign language classes.By Shaw Local News Network●
Will-Grundy Medical Clinic lobby dedicated to Jay and Lori Bergman
The Will-Grundy Medical Clinic's lobby was dedicated as the Jay and Lori Bergman Memorial Lobby in honor of the couple’s philanthropy and support of the clinic's mission over the years.By Denise M. Baran-Unland●
Joliet region’s Lake Michigan water project reaches milestone
Grand Prairie Water Commission being established as overseers of Lake Michigan water project.By Bob Okon●
Taste of Joliet this weekend expected to attract more than 50,000 people
The annual event will begin at 3 p.m. Friday and conclude at 9 p.m. Sunday. The event is held at Joliet Memorial Stadium, 3000 W. Jefferson St., Joliet. Tickets can be purchased online.By Felix Sarver●
Multi-vehicle crash in Joliet leaves Lombard man dead
A multi-vehicle crash on the west side of Joliet Wednesday evening resulted in one person being killed. Police responded to the scene around 6:30 p.m. on West Jefferson and Airport Drive, according to Joliet police.By Shaw Local News Network●
Things to do in Will County: Taste of Joliet
Taste of Joliet will feature live entertainment, Kids Zone and food vendors.By Denise M. Baran-Unland●
Four Joliet churches that are closing plan final celebrations
St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church, Church of St. Anthony, Sacred Heart Catholic Church and St. Bernard Catholic Church are hosting celebrations in Joliet.By Denise M. Baran-Unland●
Will County executive nixes contract for landfill consultant
Will County Board Republicans wanted to hire Robert Schillerstrom, former Republican chair of DuPage County Board, to serve as consultant.By Bob Okon●
Photos: Lockport Township Park District's Juneteenth celebration
Lockport Township Park District hosted a Juneteenth celebration at A.F. Hill Park on June 19, 2024. Will County and Will County Habitat for Humanity were also represented at the event.By Laurie Fanelli for Shaw Local News Network●
Old Joliet brewery malt house to be converted into short-stay rental units
The 19th Century stone building at 515 Summit St. was part of the old brewery complex that later became home to the Diocese of Joliet and now is the site of the Bishop’s Hill Winery.By Bob Okon●
Joliet breaks ground on Black history museum on Juneteenth
Residents of Joliet recognized Juneteenth on Wednesday by breaking ground on a new museum commemorating Black military service members at the historic Casseday House on the city's east side.By Jessie Molloy●
PHOTOS: Joliet History on Wheels hosts Juneteenth groundbreaking
Local, state and federal officials attended the History on Wheels groundbreaking ceremony and Juneteenth celebration at the African Descendants Military and Historical Museum in Joliet on June 19, 2024.
Joliet takes action on comprehensive plan, beautification project
City Council approves beautification project for this summer, comprehensive plan into the future.By Bob Okon●
Dog named Harlie joins New Lenox police ranks
A female Labrador named Harlie will assist the New Lenox Police Department with searching for illegal drugs and tracking scents in police investigations.By Felix Sarver●
