The West Suburban Community Pantry has seen a 33% increase in visitors, with 660 first-time visitors since October 28th, and has added volunteer shifts and delivery services to handle the increased demand.
West Suburban Community Pantry Overwhelmed with Record Demand
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Illumination: Tree Lights at The Morton Arboretumopens Nov 15
Illumination: Tree Lights at The Morton Arboretum will feature 20 immersive light displays and four Vivid Creatures sculptures, and will run from Nov. 15 to Jan. 3, 2026, with tickets available online and in person.
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“Black-Owned: The Revolutionary Life of the Black Bookstore” by Char Adams
“Black-Owned” by Char Adams tells the story of Black bookstore owners and their fight for Black liberation, as well as the struggles of Black authors and publishers to get their books into readers’ hands.
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Say Goodbye to Takeout with These Fried Chicken Tenders
This recipe provides an easy way to make homemade Fried Chicken Tenders with a buttery flavor and less mess, making it a great alternative to going out for fried chicken.
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Lyric Opera presents rising Opera stars in Carl Orff’s Carmina Burana
Lyric Opera of Chicago presents Carl Orff’s dramatic cantata, *Carmina Burana*, featuring stars David Portillo, Ian Rucker, and Jasmine Habersham, for three performances only on November 14-18.
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Illinois Prison Mail Scanning Program Faces Backlash From Families and Advocates
The Illinois Department of Corrections has launched a program to scan incoming mail to prisoners in an effort to reduce drugs and contraband from entering prisons, but critics argue it violates prisoners’ civil rights and there is little evidence to suggest it will be effective.
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Honoring America’s 15 Million Veterans This Veterans Day
There are an estimated 15 million U.S. veterans in the United States, representing about 6% of the civilian population. At the least 15% of them are women and minorities. Veterans Day has been a federal holiday for 71 years after President Dwight David Eisenhower declared it a National Holiday in 1954. Ever since then, what […]
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Lawsuits Challenge New Rule that Threatens Student Loan Forgiveness Program
The Biden administration’s new rule for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program will exclude employers that do not align with White House policies, potentially affecting 9 million borrowers and leading to lawsuits challenging the rule as illegal.
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Joliet Slammers 2026 season tickets plan on sale now
The Joliet Slammers have released their Full Season, Half Season, and 10-Game Ticket Plans for the 2026 season, offering fans exclusive benefits and discounts.
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Joliet Council approves new Mexican restaurant for vacant space at train station
The Joliet City Council unanimously approved a five-year lease agreement for Casa Catrina Mexican Heritage Cuisine to occupy the former McGrain Brewery space in the old Joliet Union Station, which is expected to generate over $694,000 in rent and taxes.
