Illinois legislators are supporting a bill that would prioritize Illinois public school students for admission and tuition protections at public colleges and universities, making higher education more affordable and accessible.
Avelar supports bill that makes public university tuition affordable
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Former DOJ attorneys intervene in lawsuit seeking sensitive Illinois voter registration data
Eighteen former U.S. Department of Justice attorneys filed a brief in federal court opposing the Trump administration’s lawsuit seeking access to sensitive personal information about every registered voter in Illinois, arguing the DOJ has no legal authority to demand the information and is concealing its true purpose.
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HIIT workouts may promote fat loss, preserve muscle for people over 65
New research suggests that HIIT workouts may offer older adults more benefits than moderate exercise, such as preserving muscle mass and reducing body fat percentage, though more research is needed to confirm these effects.
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City of Joliet cultural programming at Bicentennial Park
The City of Joliet’s Department of Cultural Affairs & Special Events has an extensive slate of cultural programming coming to Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park and Theatre this March and April, including theater productions, the annual Poetry Festival, and the opening of registration for the Bridge to Broadway theater camp.
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Patrick Jones Democratic Candidate for Will County Sheriff stands for reform and accountability
Patrick Jones, a 50-year-old Joliet resident with 24 years of experience in the Will County Sheriff’s Department, is running for Will County Sheriff in the Democratic primary on March 17, 2026, with a platform focused on reform, accountability, and community safety.
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Joliet makes progress in reducing water loss
The City of Joliet is undertaking a large-scale overhaul of its water system to reduce water loss and draw water from Lake Michigan by 2030, with the help of an $87 million bond issue and the cooperation of the Regional Water Commission.
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Joliet approves amendment for neighborhood revitalization program
The Joliet City Council approved an additional $30,000 to Borderless Studio’s contract for the Bicentennial Bluffs Choice Neighborhoods Initiative Plan, which will create new affordable housing, preserve existing housing, and develop a mixed-income community to reduce poverty in the area.
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Wine of the Week: Gambero Rosso 2026 Italian wines at their best in Chicago
Gambero Rosso’s Tre Bicchieri Awards is the premiere wine event of the year for Italian wines, featuring the tasting of Italy’s highest-rated wines and interviews with passionate winemakers.
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Invitation to the Joliet Community
The Joliet community is invited to a “Get Out the Vote” event on March 17, 2026, at New Canaanland Church to promote voter turnout and provide opportunities to meet local candidates, connect with fellow residents, and learn how to actively contribute to shaping the future of the community.
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Ghana National Council to host first flag raising at Daley Plaza for Ghana’s 69th Independence Day
The Ghana National Council will mark Ghana’s 69th Independence Day with a flag raising ceremony in downtown Chicago, celebrating the nation’s rich heritage and the strength of the Ghanaian diaspora in the Midwest.
