Fourth of July fireworks end in teen arrests after crowd turns hostile in Joliet
Several teenagers were arrested Friday night after a disturbance broke out during the Independence Day fireworks celebration at Bicentennial Park in Joliet, where police say officers were assaulted, fireworks were launched toward the crowd and officers, and pepper spray was used.
Several teenagers were arrested Friday night after a disturbance broke out during the Independence Day fireworks celebration at Bicentennial Park in Joliet, where police say officers were assaulted, fireworks were launched toward the crowd and officers, and pepper spray was used.
NASCAR returns to Joliet on 4th of July weekend | ChicagoLIVE
For the first time in years, NASCAR is returning to the Chicagoland Speedway in southwest suburban Joliet.
For the first time in years, NASCAR is returning to the Chicagoland Speedway in southwest suburban Joliet.
Joliet man lit toy box on fire at Walmart, ate chicken without paying, police say
A man was accused of allegedly setting a fire at a Joliet Walmart and eating food without paying for it last month.
A man was accused of allegedly setting a fire at a Joliet Walmart and eating food without paying for it last month.
NASCAR returns to Chicagoland Speedway after seven years
The wait is over: NASCAR is returning to Chicagoland Speedway in Joliet for the first time in seven years.
The wait is over: NASCAR is returning to Chicagoland Speedway in Joliet for the first time in seven years.
Two charged after severed arm with Packers tattoo found in Illinois lake, police say
A severed arm with a distinctive Green Bay Packers tattoo led investigators to identify a Plainfield man whose remains were recovered from Lake Mattoon, and two people have now been charged in the case, Illinois State Police said.
A severed arm with a distinctive Green Bay Packers tattoo led investigators to identify a Plainfield man whose remains were recovered from Lake Mattoon, and two people have now been charged in the case, Illinois State Police said.
Illinois House Speaker calls for Rep. Harry Benton to resign, threatens expulsion
Speaker Chris Welch is calling on Rep. Harry Benton to resign after an ethics investigation found what Welch called "outrageous" and "unethical" conduct. He says if Benton refuses, the Illinois House will begin the process to expel him.
Speaker Chris Welch is calling on Rep. Harry Benton to resign after an ethics investigation found what Welch called "outrageous" and "unethical" conduct. He says if Benton refuses, the Illinois House will begin the process to expel him.
Joliet man arrested in fatal 2024 hit-and-run that killed bicyclist, police say
A Joliet man is in custody in connection with a fatal hit-and-run crash that killed a bicyclist in October 2024, police said.
A Joliet man is in custody in connection with a fatal hit-and-run crash that killed a bicyclist in October 2024, police said.
Will County Sheriff's K-9 helps find man with dementia | ChicagoLIVE
Will County Sheriff's K-9 Lizzy found a 71-year-old man with dementia after he went missing. Deputy Marty Stortz joins ChicagoLIVE to share how Lizzy led the search.
Will County Sheriff's K-9 Lizzy found a 71-year-old man with dementia after he went missing. Deputy Marty Stortz joins ChicagoLIVE to share how Lizzy led the search.
Driver seriously injured after high-speed crash in Joliet: police
A 21-year-old man was seriously injured in a crash in Joliet early Sunday morning, according to police.
A 21-year-old man was seriously injured in a crash in Joliet early Sunday morning, according to police.
Bodycam video captures the moment Will County K-9 finds missing man with dementia
A Will County Sheriff's Office bloodhound located a missing 71-year-old man with dementia within 17 minutes of beginning a search in Bolingbrook, authorities said.
A Will County Sheriff's Office bloodhound located a missing 71-year-old man with dementia within 17 minutes of beginning a search in Bolingbrook, authorities said.
World’s first-ever Dairy Queen in Joliet gets major makeover
The very first Dairy Queen location in Joliet has undergone a major renovation. FOX Chicago’s Jake Hamilton takes viewers inside the historic site and showcases what it will soon offer the public.
The very first Dairy Queen location in Joliet has undergone a major renovation. FOX Chicago’s Jake Hamilton takes viewers inside the historic site and showcases what it will soon offer the public.
McDonald’s celebrates America 250 with its largest-ever fried apple pie in Joliet | ChicagoLIVE
McDonald’s is celebrating America 250 with the return of its fried apple pies and the debut of its largest-ever pie in Joliet. McDonald’s owner-operator John Carnagio shares details with ChicagoLIVE.
McDonald’s is celebrating America 250 with the return of its fried apple pies and the debut of its largest-ever pie in Joliet. McDonald’s owner-operator John Carnagio shares details with ChicagoLIVE.
Joliet man faces DUI, battery charges after fatal dirt bike collision
A Joliet man is facing DUI and battery charges after a crash that killed a 17-year-old dirt bike rider Monday night and he allegedly assaulted another rider at the scene.
A Joliet man is facing DUI and battery charges after a crash that killed a 17-year-old dirt bike rider Monday night and he allegedly assaulted another rider at the scene.
2026 Fourth of July firework shows across Chicago area
The Fourth of July is fast approaching and Chicagoland is gearing up to celebrate with fireworks.
The Fourth of July is fast approaching and Chicagoland is gearing up to celebrate with fireworks.
World’s first Dairy Queen building joins Joliet museum collection
The Joliet Area Historical Museum has acquired the building that housed the world’s first Dairy Queen, which opened June 22, 1940, in Joliet, Illinois.
The Joliet Area Historical Museum has acquired the building that housed the world’s first Dairy Queen, which opened June 22, 1940, in Joliet, Illinois.
Man charged after hidden camera found in New Lenox church restroom: police
A Frankfort man has been charged after recording in the bathroom of a New Lenox church, according to police.
A Frankfort man has been charged after recording in the bathroom of a New Lenox church, according to police.
Inside look at ComEd's Command Center ahead of more severe weather
ComEd is activating its Command Center and staging crews ahead of Wednesday's expected severe weather. Here's how the utility is preparing.
ComEd is activating its Command Center and staging crews ahead of Wednesday's expected severe weather. Here's how the utility is preparing.
Joliet shooting: Police search for suspect after man, woman wounded at apartment complex
Joliet police are searching for a suspect after a man and woman were shot Monday afternoon at an apartment complex. Here's what we know.
Joliet police are searching for a suspect after a man and woman were shot Monday afternoon at an apartment complex. Here's what we know.
Chicago-area man used racial slur, pushed child and threw bicycle in Naperville: prosecutors
A Plainfield man has been charged with a hate crime after authorities said he directed a racial slur at a 9-year-old boy, pushed him and threw his bicycle during a confrontation this weekend in Naperville.
A Plainfield man has been charged with a hate crime after authorities said he directed a racial slur at a 9-year-old boy, pushed him and threw his bicycle during a confrontation this weekend in Naperville.
Missing Frankfort boy with special needs found safe, police say
An 11-year-old boy with special needs who went missing in southwest suburban Frankfort has been found safe, police said.
An 11-year-old boy with special needs who went missing in southwest suburban Frankfort has been found safe, police said.