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.
County Executive Warns Against Relying on Reserves for Budget Solutions
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Joliet West and Central High School Student of the Month December 2025
Joliet Township High School Students of the Month are chosen based on their character, responsibility, and academic performance or improvement.
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“50 Years to Overnight Success” Now Open at the Gaylord Building
The Gaylord Building Historic Site is celebrating 50 years since Lockport’s downtown was placed on the National Register of Historic Places with a new exhibit featuring artwork, building histories, and local voices, showcasing the transformation of the area into a vibrant cultural destination.
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PRAYING FOR HOPE
Reverend Jesse Jackson has been a beacon of hope for generations of Black Americans, teaching them to maintain hope in the face of adversity and to fight for a better day.
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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.
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10 Steps to Live Longer with HIV/AIDS
People living with HIV can live just as long as those without it, but understanding how HIV progresses and making the right lifestyle choices can make all the difference.
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Bottom of the Pyramid: A Memoir of Persevering, Dancing for Myself, and Starring in My Own Life” by Nia Sioux
Nia Sioux’s memoir “Bottom of the Pyramid” shares her life story of overcoming obstacles and seizing opportunities while being the only Black dancer on the reality TV show Dance Moms.
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The Christmas Spirit
Christmas is a time of joy and celebration, but it can also be a time of grief and loss, and we must focus on the light of the Christ child to help us navigate the darkness and spread love and hope to those around us.
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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.
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Manley earns ‘A’ rating for advancements in gun violence prevention
State Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, was awarded an ‘A’ rating from the Gun Violence Prevention Action Committee (GPAC) for her support of public safety and preventative violence legislation, including Karina’s Bill and the Safe Storage Act.
