The Joliet Junior College board of trustees has approved a resolution to begin negotiations for the acquisition of 20 acres of land in Morris, Illinois, in order to expand its presence in Grundy County and offer academic programs tailored to the region’s evolving needs.
JJC Board of Trustees approves land negotiations for future Grundy County Campus
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Textile Collection event
Will County is hosting a one-day Textiles Collection Event for residents to recycle unwanted shoes, clothes, and other textiles on October 24th at the County Office Building in Joliet.
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Trump agrees to extend judge’s block on deploying National Guard as Supreme Court weighs case
The Trump administration has appealed the matter to the U.S. Supreme Court, but it is unclear when the high court may rule on the Department of Justice’s plea for intervention in the Illinois National Guard deployment.
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“No Kings” protest prompts residents to speak out in Joliet, Bolingbrook
On Saturday, Oct 18, thousands of people in Joliet, Bolingbrook, and Naperville protested the No Kings rally in opposition to President Donald Trump’s perceived authoritarian agenda.
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We’ve Crossed the First Tipping Point. All of America Will Pay the Price. Coral reefs are dying—and the consequences reach far beyond our coasts
The world has reached its first climate tipping point, with coral reefs in widespread, irreversible collapse, and unless global temperatures are reversed, the consequences will be felt across the entire nation, from rising seafood costs to mass starvation.
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Dabrowski sets fundraising bar at $1.5M in GOP primary for governor
Darren Bailey is working to rebuild his campaign fund for the 2026 Illinois Republican primary for governor, while Ted Dabrowski has received support from billionaire Dick Uihlein and other wealthy donors.
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Social Security Benefits Struggle to Keep up with Rising Living Costs
The federal government shutdown has delayed the announcement of Social Security’s 2026 Cost of Living Adjustment, which is needed to ensure retirees can keep up with rising costs, but many retirees are still struggling to make ends meet due to insufficient benefits and rising Medicare Part B premiums.
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Pace to Hold Public Hearings on Proposed 2026 Budget and Fare Increases
Pace’s proposed 2026 budget includes a 10% average fare increase for all services, a hiring freeze, and other administrative expense reductions to balance the budget and maintain current service levels.
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Explore the Complex Flavors of Friuli’s Aromatic White Wines
Friuli Venezia Giulia, a region in northeastern Italy, is known for its aromatic white wines, such as Pinot Grigio, Friulano, Sauvignon Blanc, and Ribolla Gialla, as well as its red wines, which are made from international grape varieties and often served slightly chilled.
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Community participation urged in upcoming meeting on Collins Street prison in Joliet and legislation impacting it
Residents and state officials are seeking clarity over the management and future of a state-owned property currently leased to the City of Joliet, with a community meeting scheduled for October 22 to discuss potential solutions and address concerns about environmental stewardship, public safety, and oversight.
