President Biden strategically drove a wedge – if not a stake – through the heart of the MAGA-dominated Republican Party during his State of the Union address. While the president emphasized the escalating situation in Ukraine, aide for Palestinians and a ceasefire call, and civil and voting rights, House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) visibly appeared […]
White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre affirms Biden’s vision amidst GOP opposition
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Celebrate Gwendolyn Brooks with IPO
With a special afternoon matinee show time set for this youth-centered program, IPO will World Premiere a co-commission with Anima-Glen Ellyn Children’s Chorus by Pulitzer Prize finalist Augusta Read Thomas utilizing poems from Poet Laureate Gwendolyn Brooks’ Bronzeville Boys and Girls and featuring vocals by Anima-Glen Ellyn Children’s Chorus and ChiArts. Paired with this performance will be Vaughn Williams’ The Lark Ascending and Debussy’s Suite bergamasque. IPO Assistant […]
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Attorney General Raoul releases preliminary report on Illinois Law enforcement compliance with Way Forward Act
Attorney General Kwame Raoul released preliminary statistics detailing compliance by Illinois law enforcement agencies with the first year of reporting requirements contained in the Way Forward Act. According to the initial data compiled by Raoul’s Civil Rights Bureau, law enforcement agencies around Illinois overwhelmingly reported to the Attorney General’s office their compliance with two state […]
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“Through Her Eyes” Film Festival presented by Zonta Club of the Joliet Area, Wild & Scenic
The Zonta Club of the Joliet Area, in partnership with Wild & Scenic Films, invites the community to its “Through Her Eyes” Film Festival on Thursday, March 21, at the Renaissance Center, 214 N. Ottawa Street, in downtown Joliet. The Joliet-area film festival, formerly known as LUNAFEST, is in its third year, with all proceeds […]
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The Power of Apprenticeship: A Powerful Workforce Strategy for Career Success
Apprenticeship is a work-based learning model that combines on-the-job training with relevant classroom instruction, providing a solution to employers’ talent needs and allowing apprentices to begin a solid career and grow their skills without taking on large amounts of college debt.
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Illinois Law Enforcement Agencies Show Strong Compliance with State Laws to Build Trust
Illinois law enforcement agencies overwhelmingly reported compliance with the first year of reporting requirements contained in the Way Forward Act, with 838 agencies submitting compliance reports and granting 1,402 U-visa or T-visa certification requests.
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Ross Dress for less coming to Romeoville
Ross, the nationwide discount department store, is coming to Romeoville and will fill the space at 317 S. Weber Road that was once occupied by Office Max. Their arrival will slot them into a retail buildout that also includes Maurice’s, T. J. Maxx, and Discovery.
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Unleash Your Creativity at Joliet’s Poetry Open Mic Night in Downtown Theatre
Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park and Theatre is hosting its first Poetry Open Mic night on April 5 from 7:00-10:00 pm, providing a platform for local poets to share their work and inspire others.
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Reuben and Rye Strata
Serving 10 / Total Time: 1 hr Ingredients: Directions: Reuben and Rye Strata Recipe photo by Taste of Home
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Irish Soda Bread Muffins
Makes: 1 dozen / Total Time: 30 mins Ingredients: Directions: Irish Soda Bread Muffins Recipe photo by Taste of Home
