State Senator Rachel Ventura is voting against the re-appointment of Illinois Department of Corrections Director Latoya Hughes due to ongoing health issues, human rights violations, and safety concerns in Illinois prisons.
Senator Ventura Votes No on IDOC Director Amid Prison Safety Concerns
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Community Collaboration Offers Flex Payment Support for Families Affected by Gun Violence
Joliet Township Government, Inner City Empowerment CDC, and Kankakee Forgives have partnered to provide $15,000 in Flex Payment assistance to families affected by firearm violence in the communities of Chicago Heights and Kankakee.
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Halfway to Chains: What’s already been enforced under Project 2025
Nearly half of the Heritage Foundation’s fascist Project 2025 agenda to dismantle American democracy has been put into motion, with civil rights being eroded, public programs being gutted, and racial hierarchy being reimposed.
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Joliet Central’s Tayla Stallings earns recognition in 2025 Throwdown Illustration Challenge
Tayla Stallings of Joliet Central High School earned an Honorable Mention in the 2025 Throwdown Illustration Challenge, a virtual art competition featuring 51 of Illinois’ top high school illustrators.
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“I Know White People are Crazy and Other Stories” by Dr. Jonathan Mathias Lassiter
Dr. Jonathan Mathias Lassiter’s book “How I Know White People are Crazy and Other Stories” explores the damaging effects of the “whiteness mindset” on mental health and how to combat it through education.
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Chicago’s oldest and largest not-for-profit Goodman Theatre marks 100 years
The Goodman Theatre is celebrating its 100th anniversary with 100 Free Acts of Theater, in collaboration with the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events, which includes listening parties, storytelling festivals, workshops, and more.
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Customize Your Cheesy Spinach Chicken Bake for a Delicious Weeknight Dinner
This Cheesy Spinach Chicken Bake is a quick and easy one-pan dish that can be customized with broccoli or cauliflower in place of spinach, and is perfect for busy nights.
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Field Manager Mike Pinto Signs Multi-Year Deal with Joliet Slammers
Mike Pinto has been re-signed to a multi-year contract extension as Field Manager of the Joliet Slammers, and is looking forward to continuing to build a strong culture and develop talent for the 2026 season.
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History on Wheels Museum to host 2nd Annual Thanksgiving Dinner giveaway for veteran families
History on Wheels Museum is hosting a Thanksgiving Turkey Dinner Giveaway for 100 veteran families, in honor of their service and sacrifice.
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Plainfield School District Foundation Seeks Alumni Hall of Fame Nominees
The Plainfield School District Foundation for Excellence is seeking nominations for its 16th annual Alumni Hall of Fame, which recognizes District 202 graduates who have made outstanding contributions in their professions and communities.
