Attorney General Kwame Raoul and Joliet Mayor Terry D’Arcy have issued a joint statement affirming their commitment to ensuring constitutional policing in Joliet, following the release of the findings of their investigation into policing practices in the city.
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What to Do if You Test Positive for COVID: CDC Guidelines and Expert Recommendations
The CDC has updated their COVID guidelines to align with other infectious respiratory viruses, recommending staying home, hydrating, and getting plenty of rest if you test positive for the virus.
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Joliet-Area MLK Day of Service Encourages Community Service in Honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
The Joliet-Area MLK Day of Service is an annual event where individuals of all ages can participate in community service projects in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., with over 400 volunteers expected to attend.
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Joliet Township Government hosts “Homes for the Howlidays” to help dogs find loving families
Joliet Township Government is hosting a “Homes for the Howlidays” adoption event from December 2-31, 2024, to waive adoption fees for dogs and offer microchips for cats and dogs at a reduced cost of $10.
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Will County approves balanced fiscal Year 2025 Budget
The Will County Executive Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant and Will County leaders have approved a balanced Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 budget that prioritizes public safety spending, allocating funds for 19 new judicial and public safety positions and a five-year Capital Improvement Plan.
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Joliet District 86 students compete in State Cross-Country meet
Eight student athletes from Dirksen and Gompers Junior High Schools participated in the Illinois Elementary School Association Boys State Cross-Country Meet in Normal, Illinois, with Gompers student Valentin Conejo placing 8th overall and the Gompers team placing 17th in Class 4A.
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Citizens Utility Board Calls for Reduction of ComEd Rate Hike Request
Citizens Utility Board is arguing for a reduction in ComEd’s $678 million rate-hike request, citing hundreds of millions of dollars in excessive spending proposed by the utility.
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Proposed Changes to Joliet City Ordinance Aim to Reduce Unfunded Liability and Align with Affordable Care Act
The City of Joliet’s Finance Committee is considering changes to a city ordinance that would reduce the city’s unfunded insurance liability and update healthcare benefits to reflect the provisions of the Affordable Care Act.
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Millions of Americans Can Now Renew Their Passports Online
The State Department has launched an online system for passport renewals, allowing up to 5 million Americans to pay, upload a photo, and apply online without having to appear in person or mail documents.
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Innovations High School and Chi Prep Elite Sports Academy team up to transform High School experience for elite athletes
Innovations High School and Chicago Prep Elite Sports and Entrepreneurship Academy have partnered to create a unique educational pathway for elite student-athletes, combining rigorous academics with exceptional sports training.
