The Joliet City Council voted to approve the conditional annexation of a proposed data center campus, despite concerns from residents regarding environmental issues, job opportunities, and potential health risks.
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Hyundai Translead to create nearly 2,500 Jobs to Joliet area
Hyundai Translead announced a $450 million investment to establish a new trailer manufacturing facility in Illinois, creating nearly 2,500 new jobs in the state.
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Joliet Data Center Project Sparks Debate over Jobs, Environment, and Taxes
The Joliet City Council will vote on the proposed data center campus project, which would consist of 24 buildings on 800 acres of farmland, at 5:30 p.m. Thursday after a marathon public hearing that went past midnight on Monday.
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Bill expanding access to discounted drugs awaits House action
Clinics are urging state lawmakers to pass legislation to prevent drug manufacturers from restricting access to discounted medications in the federal 340B program.
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Joliet approves amendment for neighborhood revitalization program
The Joliet City Council approved an additional $30,000 to Borderless Studio’s contract for the Bicentennial Bluffs Choice Neighborhoods Initiative Plan, which will create new affordable housing, preserve existing housing, and develop a mixed-income community to reduce poverty in the area.
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2026 starts strong for Romeoville with new developments
Romeoville is experiencing a period of exciting growth with the addition of a new grocery store, restaurant, and retail center, as well as other developments such as 7 Brew Coffee, VASA Fitness, Scooter’s Coffee, TownPlace Suites by Marriott, Crisp & Green, Hawaiian Bros, and Hibbett Sports.
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Joliet Invests $1 Million for Downtown Parking Garage Upgrades
The City of Joliet has approved a $1.027 million contract with Staalsen Construction Co. for improvements to the Ottawa Street parking garage, as well as an honorary street name designation for the late Rev. Larry Ellis.
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Residents hit by unexpected water rate hike
The Plainfield Village Board has approved a multi-year water and sewer rate ordinance that will increase water and sewer rates for residents starting March 31, 2023, to offset increases from Illinois American Water.
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Letter to the editor: Joliet Central Students Lead Powerful Walkout for Education and Unity
On Friday morning, students from Joliet Central High School organized a peaceful walkout to demonstrate their commitment to education, unity, and civic engagement, and were met with support from the community.
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Joliet Museum to Unveil Routes of Agency Exhibit, Showcasing African American History
The Joliet Area Historical Museum is opening the Routes of Agency permanent exhibit, which explores the African American experience in Joliet from the Great Migration to the 1980s, highlighting the Black community’s resilience and agency in the face of adversity.
