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Outlaws Flying Confederate Flag From Joliet Clubhouse

You can’t watch the “Dukes of Hazzard” on TV Land anymore, but if you’re still dying to get a look at someone celebrating the Confederate flag, you can stop by the Outlaws’ clubhouse on East Washington Street.

Chicago Street Will Connect Again

Chicago Street will run continuously through downtown Joliet once again, officials announced Wednesday.

Wild Ride — Deputy Clings to Fleeing SUV, Tumbles Off on Turn: Cops

A Will County deputy took a wild ride on the running board of an SUV while the fleeing teen driver tried pushing him off, police said.

Emergency Power! Mayor Cleared to Pull Business Licenses

The Joliet City Council cleared the way for the mayor to suspend a business’ license for seven days without going through the trouble of holding a hearing.

Case Dismissed — Mom Off the Hook For Baby Allegedly Left Alone Outside in Cold

The mother of a baby girl left alone in a stroller outside an East Washington Street apartment was released from jail and the case against her has been dropped.

Married Old Boyfriend ‘Not Interested’ in Search For Missing Deputy

A horde of media descended on a quiet Joliet Street when federal agents and state investigators started tearing up a house’s basement floor to search for a Will County deputy who disappeared more than 26 years ago. But the married man who was romantically involved with the young woman when she vanished, he said he wasn’t interested.

Admitted Gypsy Wanted For Ruse Burglary Locked Up Again: Cops

A Chicago woman wanted for stealing jewelry from an elderly couple was arrested when she went to court for an unrelated drug case Monday morning, police said.

Patch Exclusive: Alleged Hooker Blames Trump For Arrest

A Chicago woman charged with prostitution following an undercover investigation of the massage parlor where she worked blamed her troubles on Trump.

Teen Who Lied About Needing Bail Money to Get Out of Jail Now Really Needs Bail Money to Get Out of Jail: Cops

A teenager who conned a young woman out of cash, clothes and electronics by pretending he was locked up and needed bond money was locked up for real Friday night and actually does need bond money this time, police said.

Homeland Security Wants Mokena Man on Child Porn Charge

A Mokena man facing felony child pornography charges said he had no idea he was even the subject of a criminal investigation.

Drew Peterson Moved to Federal Prison For Being 'Threat to Safety'

Weeks after he was suddenly moved from downstate Menard Correctional Center, the Illinois Department of Corrections revealed its reason for transferring disgraced Bolingbrook police sergeant and convicted murderer Drew Peterson to a federal prison in Indiana.

3-Car Wreck Claims 1 Man’s Life

A Peotone man died at the hospital 12 hours after he was injured in a three-vehicle wreck near Frankfort.

Bill Would Lower Illinois Drinking Age With Parents' Permission

Proposed legislation would lower the drinking age to 18 in Illinois restaurants — with parents' permission.

Drug Dealer Caught With Stolen Guitars, TVs, Golf Clubs & Scuba Gear: Cops

A local drug dealer got caught with stolen guitars, televisions, golf clubs and scuba equipment, police said.

Catholics Can Eat Meat on St. Patrick's Day: Chicago Cardinal

St. Patrick's Day falls on a Friday this year, which is great news if you plan to go out and celebrate, but for some Catholics, the day of the week prompted concerns it could interfere with plans to take part in the traditional St. Paddy's Day feast of corned beef and cabbage.

Plainfield Irish Parade Road Closings

The Plainfield Hometown Irish Parade will return on Sunday, March 12, and with it will come traffic delays, Plainfield police said this week.

New Mom's Wedding Ring Lost at Plainfield Laundromat

A Plainfield mother was recovering from an emergency caesarean section when a well-meaning favor resulted in the loss of a precious belonging: her wedding ring.

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