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May 13, 2025
Shaw Local

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Program looks to boost Will County’s construction workforce

Program looks to boost Will County’s construction workforce

Applications now being accepte for new nine-week apprenticeship program designed to strengthen the local construction workforce pipeline in Will County.

By Judy Harvey●
May 12, 2025 at 7:00 am CDT

Joliet invites public to open house about downtown plans

Joliet invites public to open house about downtown plans

The open house for the Downtown Joliet Equitable Transit Oriented Development Plan us 6-8 p.m. Wednesday.

By Bob Okon●
May 12, 2025 at 6:00 am CDT

‘Families will lose’: Will County Head Start lays out how federal budget cuts could impact services

‘Families will lose’: Will County Head Start lays out how federal budget cuts could impact services

In Will County, Head Starts serves more than 800 families a year through a multi-service delivery program - with nearly 200 more on a waiting list for the program.

By Denise M. Baran-Unland●
May 11, 2025 at 8:00 am CDT

Lockport City Council OKs contract extensions for city administrator, police chief

Lockport City Council OKs contract extensions for city administrator, police chief

The City of Lockport swore in the victors of the 2025 consolidated election on Wednesday and appointed new members to multiple committees.

By Jessie Molloy●
May 09, 2025 at 10:00 am CDT

Debate swirls over Joliet police handling of Malito case, man who died in police custody

Debate swirls over Joliet police handling of Malito case, man who died in police custody

A growing public debate over the case of David Malito, who died after an encounter with police in December, moved to City Hall on Tuesday.

By Bob Okon●
May 07, 2025 at 10:27 am CDT

Joliet’s Rialto Theatre launches fundraising campaign ahead of 100th anniversary year celebrations

Joliet’s Rialto Theatre launches fundraising campaign ahead of 100th anniversary year celebrations

The Rialto Square Theatre in Joliet is getting ready for its 100th anniversary year by launching its annual funding campaign.

By Judy Harvey●
May 07, 2025 at 10:00 am CDT

Will County expands Dial-A-Ride into Plainfield and other areas

Will County expands Dial-A-Ride into Plainfield and other areas

The Will County paratransit service for seniors and people with disabilities now is available in the townships of Plainfield, Channahon and Manhattan.

By Bob Okon●
May 06, 2025 at 6:00 pm CDT

Moreno takes seat on Joliet City Council succeeding Guerrero

Moreno takes seat on Joliet City Council succeeding Guerrero

The winners of the April 1 election for Joliet City Council took office Monday, Juan Moreno joined the council, while incumbents Jan Quillman and Joe Clement return.

By Bob Okon●
May 05, 2025 at 9:29 pm CDT

‘We’re going to come back’: Anti-Trump protesters return to Joliet streets for May Day Rally

‘We’re going to come back’: Anti-Trump protesters return to Joliet streets for May Day Rally

For a fourth consecutive weekend, a protest against President Trump's policies was held in Joliet.

By Bob Okon●
May 04, 2025 at 5:35 am CDT

PHOTOS: Joliet protesters tout human rights at May Day Weekend Rally

PHOTOS: Joliet protesters tout human rights at May Day Weekend Rally

Residents from the Will County area gathered in downtown Joliet as part of a nationwide May Day Weekend movement protesting policies and actions taken by President Donald Trump's administration on Saturday, May 3, 2025.

By Laurie Fanelli for Shaw Local News Network●
May 03, 2025 at 12:00 am CDT
‘Our goal is to keep everyone safe’: Will County joins northern Illinois bike trail initiative

‘Our goal is to keep everyone safe’: Will County joins northern Illinois bike trail initiative

Will County is among five northern Illinois forest preserve districts and two park districts working on a comprehensive bike safety initiative. 

By Judy Harvey●
May 01, 2025 at 10:00 am CDT
Construction on Black Road in Joliet starts Thursday, seek alternative routes

Construction on Black Road in Joliet starts Thursday, seek alternative routes

Construction work will mean Black Road is reduced to one lane in each direction from 129th Infantry Drive to Springfield Avenue in Joliet.

By Bob Okon●
April 30, 2025 at 11:59 am CDT

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