Kevin Newberry

The “Big House Ballgame” will represent the long history of organized baseball played at the prison.

Over 300 guests packed the venue. Organized and brought to life entirely by the Joliet Township High School young entrepreneurs and presented with support from Midland States Bank.

Joliet Central High School Students of the Month are selected based on character, responsibility and academic performance or improvement.

Joliet West High School Students of the Month are selected based on character, responsibility and academic performance or improvement.

Jeeps on the Run delivered an estimated $130,000 in toys and $60,000 in cash for the US Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots programs in Lake and McHenry counties – despite an overnight snowstorm the day of the event.

McHenry County College’s Nursing Program was recently named the top nursing school in Illinois for 2026 by registerednursing.org.

Under the direction of Joliet Central Welding and Electronics instructor Nicole Gubbins, students brought the decades-old teaching tool back to life.

The Illinois Department of Public Health has reaffirmed the recommendation for a universal hepatitis B vaccination at birth to prevent serious viral infections that can lead to acute or chronic liver disease

The new law eliminates any law enforcement policy requiring the observance of a waiting period before accepting a missing persons report.

This community tradition allows people of all ages to give back through service projects across the Joliet area in honor of Dr. King’s legacy.

The community is encouraged to donate new or gently used coats, hats, gloves and scarves for distribution to residents who need them most.

Take time for yourself during a mindful, naturalist-led hike, followed by warm beverages and views of the Des Plaines River.

The city of Joliet is kicking off its holiday season with two community traditions – the annual Santa Send-Off and the 49th Festival of the Gnomes.

During the ceremony, volunteers will lay remembrance wreaths on the graves of over 150 veterans while saying each veteran’s name aloud.

Sip hot coffee while birdwatching through the picture windows of Isle a la Cache Library in Romeoville. This free event is intended for ages 16 and older.