The Gambero Rosso Tre Bicchieri Awards is an annual event showcasing the best of Italian wines, food, and hospitality, with the highlight being the release of the Vini d’Italia wine guide and the resurgence of native grape varieties.
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Recognizing Women Making a Difference
Rebel Music is an exhibit at the Joliet Area Historical Museum that celebrates the often forgotten contributions of women of color to music history, highlighting artists such as Big Mama Thornton, Sister Rosetta Tharpe, and Tina Bell.
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Patrick Jones Democratic Candidate for Will County Sheriff stands for reform and accountability
Patrick Jones, a 50-year-old Joliet resident with 24 years of experience in the Will County Sheriff’s Department, is running for Will County Sheriff in the Democratic primary on March 17, 2026, with a platform focused on reform, accountability, and community safety.
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Wine of the Week: Gambero Rosso 2026 Italian wines at their best in Chicago
Gambero Rosso’s Tre Bicchieri Awards is the premiere wine event of the year for Italian wines, featuring the tasting of Italy’s highest-rated wines and interviews with passionate winemakers.
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Wine of the Week: Collina Fossetta Montepulciano D’Abruzzo DOC – $7.99
Collins Fossetta Montepulciano D’Abruzzo DOC is an affordable Italian red wine from the Abruzzo region, perfect for pairing with pizza, burgers, tacos, and grilled meats.
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Dan Jungles Candidate for Will County Sheriff would seek more transparency if elected
Dan Jungles, a life-long resident of Will County, believes his decades of experience with the Will County Sheriff’s Office make him the ideal person for the position of Sheriff, and he plans to make the department more transparent, prioritize mental health for law enforcement officers, and save taxpayers money.
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Joliet Area Historical Museum new exhibit spotlights Black and Brown Women in Music
Rebel Music opened a month-long exhibit Black and Brown Women in Music at the Joliet Area Historical Museum, featuring artists such as Grace Jones, Yoko Ono, Sister Rosetta Tharpe, Big Mama Thornton, Tina Bell, and Poly Styrene, to recognize their cultural innovation, resistance, and lasting influence on modern music.
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Sheldon Watts, candidate for Will County Board Bolingbrook District 11
Sheldon Watts, a former Trustee of the Village of Bolingbrook, is running for a seat on the Will County Board to bring government closer to the people and create lasting change in the community.
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The Rev. Jesse Jackson I Remember
Rev. Jesse Jackson was a towering presence in the Civil Rights Movement, working alongside Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. to organize college students in Chicago to protest housing segregation, and later founding the Rainbow PUSH Coalition to fight for financial mobility of Black people.
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Chicago Auto Show 2026 goes Interactive with lots to do for families and car enthusiasts
The 2026 Chicago Auto Show will feature interactive test tracks, a new Chi-Town Alley exhibit, and special themed days and events, providing attendees with a unique and engaging experience.
