County Executive Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant has signed the approved budget amendment to fill a $2.8 million budget deficit, but has cautioned against relying on budget reserves in the future as it could put the county’s long-term financial security at risk.
Local
Posted inNews
Joliet council continues agreement with Correctional Center
The Joliet City Council adopted an intergovernmental agreement with the State of Illinois to continue using the Joliet Correctional Center for historical, cultural, and economic purposes, despite concerns from residents about access to former employees and the financial burden on the city.
Posted inNews
Remembering Maxine Boykin: A Trailblazer in Joliet Law Enforcement
Maxine Boykin was the first Black female to join the Joliet Police Department in 1961, and she served as a detective until her retirement in 2000, during which time she worked on some of the department’s most memorable cases.
Posted inLocal
Joliet 2026 budget under consideration to be voted on at next meeting
The City of Joliet is considering a balanced $305 million budget for fiscal year 2026, which includes sidewalk replacements, roadwork, and water main replacements, as well as the hiring of 11 new employees, and a significant decrease in crime rates.
Posted inLocal
The Timbers of Shorewood contributes $16,000 to fight Alzheimer’s on #GivingTuesday
The Timbers of Shorewood donated $16,000 to the Illinois Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association as part of #GivingTuesday, raising funds through multiple events and fundraisers throughout the year.
Posted inNews
Joliet City Center Partnership lets Elves on the Loose in Downtown Joliet
The Joliet City Center Partnership has launched an Elves on the Loose scavenger hunt in Downtown Joliet, inviting visitors to explore 13 local businesses and find hidden elves from November 28 – December 26.
Posted inLocal
Joliet and Plainfield food pantries meet the communities need for Thanksgiving Holiday
Local organizations are seeing an increase in people needing assistance this Thanksgiving season due to inflation, with food pantries and banks still seeing long lines despite the reinstatement of SNAP food benefits.
Posted inNews
LTHS Mourns the Passing of Former Board Member Della Travis
The LTHS District 205 Board of Education extends its condolences to the Travis family on the passing of former Board member Della Travis, who was honored for 50 years of dedicated service to public education along with her family.
Posted inNews
2026 Joyful Brunch Honors Michael Austin Clark, Supports MAC Mentoring & JTHS Athletic Boosters Scholarship
Joyful Brunch 2026 is a celebration honoring the late Michael Austin Clark, with proceeds benefiting the MAC Mentoring Program and the Michael Austin Clark JTHS Endowed Athletic Boosters Scholarship.
Posted inRomeoville
Romeoville Community Pantry’s Thanksgiving supporting local families
The Romeoville Community Pantry provided turkeys and sides to over 100 families in need for Thanksgiving, relying on donations from local businesses, grants, and community generosity.
