“In the wake of the numerous occurrences of shocking gun violence that have taken place around the country, we continue to do all we can. My office vigorously defends Illinois’ gun safety laws, prosecutes gun trafficking cases and individuals making false statements on FOID applications, and supports programs to assist crime victims and prevent community violence.
Illinois AG statement response to Supreme Court decision to weaken concealed carry protection
Posted inHealth, Local, Will County
Health officials urge caution during summer gatherings
As of last Thursday, 1,162 individuals in Illinois were reported to be in the hospital with COVID-19. Of those, 131 patients were in the ICU and 33 patients with COVID-19 were on ventilators. The preliminary seven-day statewide case rate is 213 COVID-19 cases per 100,000 Illinoisans.
Posted inBusiness, Business, Joliet, Local, News
Could Joliet be left holding the bag
“This has been a long process that took five to six years to get here,” he said. “Prior to Cullinan stepping up, there was a very viable investor that came forward who wanted to (build a trucking business), but the City Council voted that down with an idea there was a better use for the site.”
Posted inRegional, State
Tom Cullerton sentenced to 1 year in prison for embezzlement
Cullerton was indicted in August 2019 on 40 counts of embezzlement. But he maintained his innocence and continued to serve in the Senate, although he was stripped of his chairmanship of the Labor Committee.
Posted inCommentary
Oped: Make today a good one
What are the simple things of life that you enjoy? There are aspects of life that we have to do and some that we enjoy doing. If we can squeeze in some of the enjoyable then life is a lot more fun. Often what we enjoy in life is not the exotic or chaotic but often simple routines we do all the time.
Posted inLocal, News, Romeoville
Romeoville Halloween safety PSA snaps up award
“Our marketing team continues to come up with humorous and creative ideas to get important messages out to the community,” said Mayor John Noak. “We are proud their work has been recognized as award winning by their peers and look forward to what they will come up with next.”
Posted inHealth
VNA Health Care to build largest Health Center
Last fall, the Health Resources & Services Administration – Bureau of Public Health (HRSA) awarded VNA $1.3 million in federal funding to support construction of the new location. The funding was authorized by the American Rescue Plan of 2021, which provided HRSA with funding to support construction, expansion, alteration, renovation, and other capital improvements to modify, enhance, and expand health care infrastructure.
Posted inFood & Wine, Health
Mobile Food Pantry offering free food to Joliet-area residents
“Hines is partnering with the Northern Illinois Food Bank, who provides approximately 43,000 Will County residents meals each month. This is a 23% increase since July 2021,” said Elizabeth Thrun, Licensed Clinical Social Worker for Hines VA, and event coordinator. “Hines VA is a member of this community, and we want to help all of our neighbors in their times of need.”
Posted inEntertainment, Local, News
See the Heritage Corridor with My Metra
“Summer is a great time to explore the entire Chicago region and adding this special excursion service is an affordable way for My Metra riders to explore some areas that aren’t normally served by trains on weekends,” said Metra CEO/Executive Director Jim Derwinski. “Bring your bike on board and ride a bike path. Check out a weekend festival. Ride a zip line. There are scores of possibilities along the Heritage Corridor Line.”
Posted inEntertainment
Black Ensemble Theatre is Hiring
Black Ensemble Theatre is hiring teaching artists for our strengthening the School through Theatre Arts program.
