Black American tennis stars made a strong showing at the Australian Open, with Frances Tiafoe and Madison Keys advancing to the next round, while Venus Williams and Sloane Stephens were defeated in straight sets.
Black USA tennis stars command attention in Australian Open first round
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Clean Slate Act for some non-violent convictions signed into law
Governor JB Pritzker signed the Clean Slate Act, which will automate the state’s record-sealing process for individuals with certain non-violent convictions, providing increased access to employment, housing, and educational opportunities and reclaiming $4.7 billion in lost wages annually.
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Joliet and surrounding area residents are urged to stay warm, stay safe, and watch out for utility scams
Attorney General Kwame Raoul is warning consumers to beware of scammers pretending to be from a utility company and threatening to shut off heat if they do not receive a payment.
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8 Foods with more vitamin B12 than eggs
Eggs provide Vitamin B12, but foods like liver, shellfish, and sardines provide significantly more per serving, and plant-based diets usually require fortified foods or supplements to meet B12 needs.
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Jefferson Starship to Headline RomeoFest in 2026
Jefferson Starship will be the headline performer for RomeoFest in Romeoville on August 8, 2026, featuring hits from their Runaway Again Tour and classic Jefferson Airplane staples.
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City of Joliet enters agreement to transfer Southeast Sanitary District water and Sewer system to Joliet
The Joliet City Council has approved an intergovernmental agreement to transfer the Southeast Joliet Sanitary District’s water and sewer systems to the City of Joliet, providing relief to residents who have been experiencing flooding and low water pressure, and Will County has committed $15.7 million in funding for upgrades to the existing systems over the next ten years.
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City of Joliet will assume water and sewer services for southeast Joliet Sanitary District customers
The City of Joliet will assume ownership, operation, and maintenance of the water and sewer system currently operated by the Southeast Joliet Sanitary District (SEJSD), following approval of an Intergovernmental Agreement between the City, the District, and Will County at the next City Council meeting on Tuesday, January 20, with a $15.7 million infrastructure investment planned over the next ten years.
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African American Business Association MLK Celebration Day Brunch
The African American Business Association celebrated Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s 97th birthday with a brunch featuring a panel discussion and the presentation of the 2026 Community Collaboration and Activism Award Recipients.
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Comfort Food Classic: Quick Homecooked Chili
This Quick Homecooked Chili recipe is an easy and delicious way to warm up on a cold day, with ground beef, beans, tomato sauce, sweet potato, and simple seasonings ready in half an hour.
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Dr. King’s Poor People’s Campaign foretold America’s affordability crisis
Affordability has become a pressing issue for many, with stagnant wages and rising costs of living, as evidenced by the struggles of student loan borrowers and the potential for increased health insurance costs, prompting a call for lawmakers to heed the concerns of the people and work towards economic justice and inclusion.
