Joliet Police Sgt. Bill Otis Begins 10th Month On Paid Administrative Leave, Return To Force Remains MurkyA recipient of the Exchange Club Joliet Officer of the Year, Joliet Police Sgt. Bill Otis has remained on paid leave almost all of 2026.Joliet, IL Patch4d agoWhole story →JusticeSecurityjoliet police investigation
CA Extends Time Parents Have To Surrender Their Newborns With No Questions AskedThe bill was introduced early this year by Assemblymember Michelle Rodriguez, D-Ontario, and signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom on Sunday.Joliet, IL Patch8d agoWhole story →GovernmentJusticeGavin Newsomcalifornia safe surrender law update
Courtney, Smith Intro Bill Blocking Transfer Of Qatari-Gifted 747 From Air Force To Trump LibraryCourtney made the announcement Monday.Joliet, IL Patch22d agoWhole story →SecurityCultureqatari 747 transfer controversy
Lake Forest Exec Named In Alcohol Giant's $12.5M Bribery Case That Exposed Corruption On CA Grocery ShelvesLuxury trips, designer goods, gift cards, and casino chips helped fuel the sprawling federal case.Joliet, IL Patch25d agoWhole story →GovernmentCommercealcohol industry bribery case
Arlington-Linked Fentanyl Case Heads Toward Plea HearingA suspect accused in a major fentanyl trafficking conspiracy investigated by Arlington police is scheduled for a federal plea hearing.Joliet, IL Patch25d agoWhole story →SecurityJusticefentanyl trafficking case
Judge's Bar Leaving Downtown Joliet Location For New Building, City Council To Vote On ProposalMayor Terry D'Arcy, as liquor commissioner, is recommending approval of the Class B liquor license for Judge's Bar at the new location.Joliet, IL Patch1mo agoWhole story →CommerceTerry D'Arcyliquor license vote
