The Village of Plainfield has implemented a 1 percent grocery tax to replace the state’s grocery tax, which is set to be repealed next year, to ensure revenue remains stable.
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Joliet Council approves downtown free parking, hires Cultural Affairs Director
The Joliet City Council approved an ordinance amendment allowing free two-hour street parking in three zones between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. weekdays to improve accessibility and convenience in the downtown area, and also approved hiring a director of cultural affairs and special events at a salary of over $100,000.
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Joliet residents say ‘Enough is Enough’ in opposition to Nicor proposed rate hike
Residents in Joliet are speaking out against Nicor Gas’ proposed $308.6 million rate hike, which would result in a 9% increase in gas bills, with consumer advocates arguing the increase is unjust and more than double what the company can justify under the law.
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Joliet summertime highly anticipated new entertainment, restaurant openings
As summer approaches, the City of Joliet and the Village of Plainfield are hot with new businesses. On Tuesday, the Joliet City Council approved liquor license request for Brava Banquet facility at 671-675 Collins St. Mayor Terry D’Arcy, also the city’s liquor commissioner, said this would improve the night life and entertainment options in the […]
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Illinois Nurses Association against closing pediatric unit, urge residents to be heard
Illinois Senators Richard Durbin and Tammy Duckworth are criticizing Prime Healthcare for reducing services at St. Joseph Hospital in Joliet, which they say will compromise the healthcare of area residents.
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Joliet slips to 4th largest city, Mexican Independence Parade returns
The City of Joliet has reinstated the Mexican Independence Day Parade, which will be organized by the Joliet City Center Partnership, and has also accepted a $200,000 grant from Will County Mental Health Board to provide mental health services.
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Local Catholics express excitement over new Pope
Cardinal Robert Prevost, a US-born and Peruvian dual citizen, was elected as the first American Pope and is expected to be a progressive leader who speaks out against climate change and immigration raids.
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Joliet hospital staff angered by decision to shutter St. Joseph pediatric unit
Prime Healthcare of California has announced the closure of the pediatric unit of St. Joseph Medical Center due to declining use, prompting an outcry from the Illinois Nurses Association who claim that the decision violates their contract and leaves thousands of children in the area without access to pediatric care.
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Joliet Plans Mixed-Use Development in Bicentennial Bluffs Neighborhood
The City of Joliet and the Housing Authority of Joliet are creating the Bicentennial Bluffs Transformation Plan, a comprehensive neighborhood revitalization strategy program, which includes the creation of new affordable housing, preservation of existing housing, and the development of a mixed-use and mixed-income community.
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Raoul Seeks to Reduce Electricity Capacity Prices for ComEd Customers
Attorney General Raoul filed a complaint with FERC to reduce electricity capacity prices for ComEd customers, asking that the PJM Interconnection capacity auction be rerun under revised rules that would be fairer for consumers.
