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DeKalb rally draws dozens against US military operation in Venezuela

“No war for oil.” “Resist the regime.” "Freedom over fascism." Demonstrators united in DeKalb on Tuesday holding signs with those messages to peacefully protest President Donald Trump's military operation in Venezuela

By Megann Horstead●

Joliet residence hit by gunfire

Officers responded to the shooting about Sunday in the 1100 block of Clement Street, said Joliet Police Sgt. Dwayne English.

By Felix Sarver●

Joliet firefighters battle fire at Amazon warehouse

A crew of firefighters remained on the scene overnight with the sprinkler system out of service to ensure there are no flare ups, the Joliet Fire Department said.

By Judy Harvey●

Joliet library’s Black Road branch reopening Monday

The Joliet Public Library's Black Road branch closed on Dec. 15. The partial reopening will provide more space for reading and browsing the library’s full collection,

By Denise M. Baran-Unland●

After years of delay, DeKalb developer to revisit apartment plans for century-old former St. Mary’s Hospital

After years of delays, a developer is expected to present his final plan to turn the long-vacant former St. Mary’s Hospital on Fisk Avenue in DeKalb into an apartment building.

By Kelsey Rettke●