As one of the country’s three coast-to-coast interstates, I-80 through Joliet, and Will County carries approximately 80,000 vehicles a day, about 25% of which are trucks.
Lane closures on I-80 in Joliet over multiple weekends major travel delays anticipated
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JTHS hosts critical conversations
We invite parents and members of the community who want to engage in authentic, critical discourse regarding the impact of racism on our students and JT’s commitment to ending this systemic issue.
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Joliet Council approves Kingsmen Industrial Park project, Residents oppose the future development
“Patriot Capital Ventures only has conceptual ideas on what would be built on subdivided parcels because their primary goal is to sell subdivided lots,” said Walker. ‘This development is not a vested opportunity for the community. The only plan is to subdivide the land and sell it to other businesses.
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City of Joliet election petitions for candidacy on April 4, 2023
To qualify as a candidate, applicants must be a qualified elector of the City of Joliet and have resided within the corporate limits of the city for at least one year preceding the April 4, 2023, Consolidated Election. To qualify as a District Council Member, applicants must also reside in the district he/she seeks to represent.
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Troy students, staff benefit from summer projects and expect 1st electric bus
“We’re working on safety and security,” Superintendent Dr. Paul Schrik said. “We’ve spent a lot of time talking about what we have in place, acknowledging our strengths and learning where we can add more layers.”
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Joliet Junction Trail section closed for repair work
The trail will remain open south of Black Road for now. Updates will be posted on the Forest Preserve’s website under Current Headlines as the work progresses south and different sections of the trail are closed.
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New Troy 30-C administrator shares her book with class
Liburd said her book is about how love and patience can make a difference in a child’s life.
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Target expands deal with Black doll company, Orijin Bees
“We are so excited that Target continues to join us in the journey to diversify the toy aisle. First, the virtual toy aisle, and now in physical stores! We are thrilled that children will be able to experience our products in person,” says Melissa Orijin.
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Coco Gauff slams racket on the way to frustrating US Open quarterfinal loss to France’s Caroline Garcia
By Dwight Casimere Coco Gauff slammed her racket into the court at the end of a frustrating first set against France’s Carolne Garcia in US Open quarterfinal play at Flushing Meadows. The 18 year-old, who had hopes of being the standard-bearer for American women and African American women at this year’s US Open after the […]
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Catholic Charities seeks volunteers for telephone reassurance program
Volunteering for the Telephone Reassurance Program offers flexibility to fit your schedule. You can volunteer from the comfort of your own home. We ask volunteers to serve 3-6 hours a week. As a volunteer, you will receive pre-service orientation and training. All volunteers must pass federal and state background checks.
