The Rainbow PUSH Coalition – Joliet Chapter mourns the passing of Reverend Jesse Louis Jackson Sr., a two-time presidential candidate and civil rights leader, who dedicated his life to justice, equality, and opportunity for all.
STATEMENT ON THE PASSING OF REVEREND JESSE LOUIS JACKSON SR.
Posted inFood
Stuffed Bell Pepper Casserole: A Quick and Easy Family Dinner Recipe
This Stuffed Bell Pepper Casserole recipe is a quick and easy way to make a delicious and wholesome family dinner that everyone will enjoy.
Posted inState
Even though marijuana is legal in Illinois, clearing old criminal records still a challenge
Illinois has implemented the Clean Slate Act to automatically seal nonviolent criminal records for over 1.7 million adults beginning in 2029, but many people still face lengthy delays in receiving confirmation that their records have been expunged or sealed.
Posted inOp-Ed
Stop Corporate Consolidation Silencing Local Media Voices
The National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA) and other local news media organizations are urging the FCC to uphold the 39% national audience reach cap and reject the Nexstar-TEGNA merger, warning that excessive consolidation will further erode local journalism, reduce diversity, and increase costs for viewers.
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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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Business Spotlight: Gigis Sweets on the Go
GiGi’s Sweets, LLC is a Black-owned dessert business in Joliet, Illinois that offers gourmet popcorn, cookies, ice cream, lemonade, and other specialty sweet treats, and is committed to creating welcoming and memorable experiences for the community.
Posted inBooks
“Call and Response: 10 Leadership Lessons from the Black Church” by L. Michelle Smith
“Call and Response” by L. Michelle Smith is a book that highlights the leadership skills and lessons that the Black Church offers, and warns that today’s leaders are missing out on valuable lessons by not paying attention.
Posted inPolitics
Illinois Senator Introduces Bills to Expand and Protect Broadband Access
State Senator Rachel Ventura has introduced two bills to expand and protect broadband access in Illinois, ensuring that all residents have access to affordable, high-speed internet service.
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Bill payment assistance programs open for Nicor Gas customers this heating season
Nicor Gas is accepting applications for the Shield of Caring program, which provides grants of up to $250 annually to income-eligible residential customers experiencing financial hardship.
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Illinois Braces for Bleak Budget as Federal Cuts Loom Large
Illinois is facing a tightening fiscal landscape due to federal cuts and changes, with the Governor’s Office of Management and Budget projecting a $2.2 billion deficit in the 2027 fiscal year if no changes are made to spending or taxing policies.
