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Illinois Development Opens for Women in Recovery

A new development is bringing 48 affordable homes and healthcare to vulnerable women in Illinois’ Will County. Hope Manor Village Joliet pairs stable housing with direct access to healthcare and coordinated services designed to help women overcoming opioid addiction, especially those who are pregnant or caring for their young children, maintain their health, regain stability, and build healthier lives for themselves and their family.

Will County, IL · 23h
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Kings of Leon bringing “O My Beloved” tour to Chicago next summer

Kings of Leon just dropped their highly-anticipated 10th studio album O My Beloved . Now the popular Nashville-based rock group is heading out on tour in 2027 —with a stop in Chicagoland along the way. Here are all the details and where you can get tickets. Kings of Leon at Tinley Park Kings of Leon will perform in suburban Tinley Park at the Credit Union 1 amphitheatre on June 6, 2027. Fans can expect to rock out to all their favorite hits like Use Somebody and Wait For Me along with new tracks from O My Beloved . Seattle-based rockers Band of Horses will serve as the opener for the night. Tickets on sale this month Tickets for Kings of Leon at Tinley Park will go on sale this month, beginning with a special artist presale on November 10 at 9 a.m. local time. Public onsale will open on Friday, November 13 at 9 a.m. local time. Click here to sign up for the presale and learn more information. See also: Def Leppard, Goo Goo Dolls, The Struts bringing North American tour to Chicago in 2027

Chicago, IL · 1d
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The Mid-Week Rundown: The Illinois Uprising: Chicago, Cook, and Will County Just Flipped the Script on State Power

Northeastern Illinois voters just delivered an unmistakable wake-up call to the political establishment. From sweeping Chicago school board changes and major tax referendums to historic early voting turnout in Cook County and an unprecedented papal ballot in Will County, here is how the November 2026 election rewritten the regional playbook.

Chicago, IL · 2d
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Plainfield's Dixon Heitman Wins Full Term in Seat Vacated by Scandal

Jessica Dixon Heitman has won a full term representing Illinois' 97th House District, holding onto the suburban Chicago seat she inherited earlier this year after her predecessor resigned amid a sexual harassment scandal. The Associated Press called the race for the Plainfield Democrat, who faced Republican nominee Gabby Shanahan of Joliet in a district long considered one of the state's few genuine toss-ups.

Plainfield, IL · 2d
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Ventura calls for performance audit via resolution to examine Joliet Treatment Center

Following the release of publicly available reports, State Senator Rachel Ventura has filed a resolution directing the Illinois Auditor General to conduct a performance audit of the Illinois Department of Corrections. This will include a review of the department’s master plan as well as its actions at the Joliet Treatment Center and the Joliet Inpatient Treatment Center.

Joliet, IL · 1d

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Riverdale approves $500,000 county grant for street and alley remediation work

Riverdale’s board of trustees approved a $500,000 grant for local street and alley improvements and honored police officers for commendable service during its Oct. 27 board meeting. The board approved a subrecipient agreement with Cook County’s Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG) for a $500,000 grant for local infrastructure...

Riverdale, IL · 21h

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Aurora mayoral recall referendum passes, Joliet data center question fails

It was a busy night in the political world, but ballot questions were also decided along with Illinois’ governorship, Senate seat and more. One of the biggest referendums on suburban ballots was a measure that would allow voters in the city of Aurora to recall the city’s mayor via a petition drive.

Aurora, IL · 2d

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Illinois Music Venues Shift, Forge Closes While Salt Shed Expands

After nine years, Joliet's beloved rock club The Forge has closed its doors for good. Meanwhile, Chicago's Salt Shed is planning something massive across the street.

Illinois · 2d

Trains.com

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OmniTRAX sees demand for Blue Island, Ill., logistics hub

BLUE ISLAND, Ill. — OmniTRAX has signed a number of new tenants for its Blue Island logistics hub, the rail and real estate company said today (Nov. 5). The 90-acre facility on Chicago’s south side began operations in February [see “OmniTRAX opens new logistics hub …,” Trains.com, Feb. 26, 2026]. It borders 119th and Division [...] Read More...

Blue Island, IL · 2d

thelansingjournal.org

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Photos: Fox Pointe hosts annual Halloween trick or treating

LANSING, Ill. — Superheroes, loraxes, princesses, and dinosaurs, oh my!. Fox Pointe’s annual trick or treating event brought out all sorts of characters on Saturday, Oct. 31 as kids and their families braved long lines for candy, fun, and games. Michelle Henderson, events planner with the Village of...

Lansing, IL · 2d

hoodline.com

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Lockport Craft Beer Shop The Open Bottle Pours Its Last on Nov. 28

The Open Bottle, Lockport's craft beer bottle shop and taproom at 16437 W. 159th St., will pour its last drink on Nov. 28, closing after nearly six years at that location. The shutdown comes just over a year and a half after the same company closed its original Tinley Park store, leaving its Lockport outpost as the last of the two.

Lockport, IL · 1d

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Joliet Township High School District 204

As a reminder, there is no school on Wednesday, November 11 due to the observance of the Veterans Day holiday. We thank our veterans for their service to our country. Classes resume on Thursday, November 12. Progress Reports Available Today. Progress Reports will be available through the Campus Parent and...

Joliet, IL · 17h

sevenlakes.news

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Late First Freeze Drops Lows to 30 to 32 Degrees Across Rockford, Elgin, and Joliet Friday Night While Chicago Lakefront Stays Milder

CHICAGO — Friday night is expected to bring the first freeze of the season to most of the Chicago area. Temperatures will likely fall to 30 to 32 degrees across much of northern Illinois by Saturday morning, November 7. Areas right near Lake Michigan should stay a few degrees warmer. This first freeze is arriving very late in the season.

Chicago, IL · 2d

illinoiscentralcougars.com

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MBB Bested Joliet in Win on Tuesday

Joliet, IL - The Illinois Central College men's basketball team overcame a slow start to beat Joliet Junior College on Tuesday, 77-68. The win was led in part by Idris Thomas, Anthony Moore, and Javaughn Robinson. The Cougars are 3-0 to start the season. ICC will play next against St....

Joliet, IL · 1d