Kona Ice is offering free cups of shaved ice to taxpayers on April 15th to help them relax and take a break from the stress of Tax Day.
Kona Ice offers Free shaved ice on Tax Day with National Chill-Out Day Campaign
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“Good Paying Jobs” vs. Unfair Breaks: Residents debate Hyundai incentives
The Joliet City Council approved a property tax abatement agreement with Hyundai Translead, Inc. to create 1,291 jobs and invest $148 million in the community over the next three years.
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I said I would never put my name on a ballot
Amy Joliet 9 💙 was elected as a precinct committee person in the March primary election and is grateful for the support of her neighbors, promising to earn their vote again in November.
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Ventura-backed medically assisted treatment program to address opiate overdose deaths heard in committee
State Senator Rachel Ventura has proposed a bill that would provide opiate use disorder treatments for incarcerated individuals, which would be funded by the Illinois Opioid Settlements Initiative and modeled after a successful MAT program used in Kane County.
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Joliet Slammers unveil a prison inspired look and fan giveaway for The Big House Ballgame
The Joliet Slammers will host “The Big House Ballgame” on April 30th at the Old Joliet Prison, featuring prison-inspired uniforms, a commemorative tin cup giveaway, and an online auction of game-worn jerseys.
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IRS: Act now to file, pay, or request an extension
Taxpayers can file their federal income tax return electronically and request direct deposit for any refund due by the April 15 deadline, and use IRS.gov for free tools and resources to help them meet their tax obligations.
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CEJA workforce hubs deliver hope, but will they deliver jobs?
The College of Lake County’s clean energy workforce hub recently celebrated the graduation of two dozen students, but data shows that only 15% of graduates have found employment in the renewable energy sector.
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AAP releases 2026 childhood vaccine schedule updates—and why it matters now
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has released its 2026 recommended childhood and adolescent immunization schedule, which differs from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidance in several areas, requiring healthcare professionals to provide clearer risk-based discussion and documentation when families encounter conflicting recommendations.
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Family Focus 3rd annual Youth Explosion celebrating creativity, and leadership
Family Focus is hosting its 3rd Annual Youth Explosion on April 11th to showcase the talents, creativity, and leadership of young people from across Chicago, and to highlight the importance of investing in safe spaces and opportunities for youth.
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Put the phone away or pay
The Illinois Department of Transportation and Illinois State Police are partnering to remind drivers to put their phones away and pay attention to the road during Distracted Driving Awareness Month, as distracted driving has caused 253 deaths and 28,271 injuries in Illinois between 2020 and 2024.
