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June 12, 2025
Shaw Local

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Future of Joliet Job Corps in jeopardy as Department of Labor eyes cuts

Future of Joliet Job Corps in jeopardy as Department of Labor eyes cuts

Joliet Job Corps could be shuttered this summer as the Trump Administration moves to end the program nationwide. The 60-year program serves students from beyond Will County.

By Jessie Molloy●
June 12, 2025 at 6:00 pm CDT

Bipartisan Amtrak baby changing station bill sponsored by Congress woman Underwood passes House

Bipartisan Amtrak baby changing station bill sponsored by Congress woman Underwood passes House

A bill sponsored by Democratic U.S. Representative Lauren Underwood of Naperville that would require Amtrak to have at least one baby changing table in a restroom in each train car is one step closer to becoming law.

By Camden Lazenby●
June 12, 2025 at 10:00 am CDT

Joliet activates traffic light on Route 53 near business park

Joliet activates traffic light on Route 53 near business park

The improved intersection at the Laraway Crossings business park has been seen as a step to ease traffic congestion on the Route 53 corridor in Joliet.

By Bob Okon●
June 11, 2025 at 1:00 pm CDT

Joliet Councilwoman Ibarra holds District 5 community meeting Thursday

Joliet Councilwoman Ibarra holds District 5 community meeting Thursday

The second meeting of the new Joliet District 5 advisory council will be at the Joliet Public Library Ottawa Branch.

By Bob Okon●
June 11, 2025 at 10:00 am CDT

Joliet takes closer look at its tax financing zones for development

Joliet takes closer look at its tax financing zones for development

Consultant hired to review effectives of city's six tax-increment financing zones aimed at promoting development.

By Bob Okon●
June 09, 2025 at 6:00 pm CDT

Will County seeks final public input on long‑range transportation plan

Will County seeks final public input on long‑range transportation plan

“Our Way Forward,” a 25-year transportation plan for Will County, is reaching the approval stage, but the public still has input.

By Bob Okon●
June 09, 2025 at 9:00 am CDT

State commission holding Joliet hearing on Nicor rate hike Monday

State commission holding Joliet hearing on Nicor rate hike Monday

The Illinois Commerce Commission will be at Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park on Monday to hear testimony on Nicor's proposed record $308.6 million rate hike in natural gas rates.

By Bob Okon●
June 09, 2025 at 7:00 am CDT

Raynor Avenue next Joliet street to be blocked by construction

Raynor Avenue next Joliet street to be blocked by construction

The city of Joliet announced Tuesday that Raynor Avenue will be closed at Six Corners starting Monday for a pavement project.

By Bob Okon●
June 08, 2025 at 6:00 pm CDT

Lockport Township hosts 50 organizations for senior expo

Lockport Township hosts 50 organizations for senior expo

The Lockport Township Supervisor's Office hosted the eighth annual Senior Expo Friday for over 600 residents.

By Jessie Molloy●
June 06, 2025 at 5:00 pm CDT

Joliet police false arrest lawsuit expected to head to trial

Joliet police false arrest lawsuit expected to head to trial

A trial has been requested for a false arrest lawsuit against the City of Joliet and attorneys for the city have signaled the possibility of a settlement in a case over the in-custody death of Eric Lurry.

By Felix Sarver●
June 06, 2025 at 3:00 pm CDT
Lockport considering plans for townhomes near Victoria Crossing

Lockport considering plans for townhomes near Victoria Crossing

The Lockport City Council is considering a plan for a new 23-unit townhome development north of Division Street and East of Cedar Road.

By Jessie Molloy●
June 06, 2025 at 2:30 pm CDT
Public housing in Joliet transformed again with new senior apartments

Public housing in Joliet transformed again with new senior apartments

Former public housing project in Joliet now provides independent living for seniors with a fitness center, movie theater and more.

By Bob Okon●
June 05, 2025 at 6:00 pm CDT

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