The change was spurred by a new vaccine specifically designed to protect against bacterial strains that infect adults and the growing recognition that pneumonia rates in adults over 50 are high.
Pneumonia vaccines for adults are now recommended starting at age 50 – a geriatrician explains the change
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Fed rate cut is attempt to prevent recession without sending prices soaring
The US central bank is aiming for its soft landing that avoids recession, but the data and competing policy choices will make it difficult.
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Jim Edgar, Illinois’ 1990s-era moderate GOP governor, dies at 79
Former Illinois Governor Jim Edgar, a moderate Republican who served from 1991 to 1999, died on Sunday at the age of 79 due to complications related to treatment for pancreatic cancer, leaving behind a legacy of bipartisan leadership and dedication to literacy and good government.
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Joliet Mayor breaks tie vote to pass downtown City Square art sculpture
The Joliet City Council approved a public art contract for the creation of a 12-foot-tall, 19-foot-wide domed sculpture, “Dome of Unity”, by internationally recognized artist Sijia Chen, to be installed at City Square in downtown Joliet, at a cost not to exceed $197,000.
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Heritage Corridor destinations strong 2024 tourism impact across the region
Tourism in the Heritage Corridor generated $1.6 billion in visitor spending, supported 12,300 jobs, and generated $93.7 million in state tax revenue in 2024, according to a report from Tourism Economics.
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Illinois Middle School Students Invited to Compete in National Civics Bee
The Joliet Chamber Foundation has partnered with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation to bring the National Civics Bee to the Joliet region for the 2025-2026 program year, inviting middle school students to compete in a nonpartisan competition to showcase their civics knowledge and build trust in others and institutions.
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Will County Health detects first human case of West Nile virus
The Illinois Department of Public Health has reported the first human case of West Nile Virus in Will County, with 42 cases detected throughout the state, and is encouraging seniors and those with weakened immune systems to take precautions to prevent mosquito bites.
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Joliet District 86 Board of School Inspectors approve new teacher contract
The Joliet Public Schools District 86 Board of School Inspectors approved a three-year contract for the Council #86 of the American Federation of Teachers – Local 604, providing an average total wage increase of 12% over three years.
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State funding for VOA Hope Manor Village Joliet to expand supportive housing
State Senator Rachel Ventura has secured funding to create VOA Hope Manor Village Joliet, a 48-unit long-term supportive housing facility for women with children recovering from opioid addiction, to address the housing crisis in Illinois.
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Tuna and Chickpea Salad: A Quick 25-Minute Meal
This Tuna and Chickpea Salad recipe combines chickpeas, celery, red pepper, green onions, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, mustard, basil, salt, pepper, tuna, lettuce, and optional feta or blue cheese for a quick and easy meal.
