Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 2nd of January.
Good morning, Joliet.
🏘️ Community
Picnic and camping permits will go on sale Saturday online and at forest preserve visitor centers in Will County.
Permits for groups of 25 or more are required while smaller groups are encouraged to reserve a specific shelter to plan ahead for outings.
🎭 Culture
Shaw Media celebrates its 175th anniversary by revisiting New Year’s Day archives from 1890, 1911, 2000 and 2010, highlighting local changes from historic debates and mapped rail lines to community plans and sports updates.
The archival review captures decades of Joliet’s evolving news history+ showing vibrant progress.
🏥 Health
At Advocate Christ Medical Center, first babies of 2026 were welcomed including Noah Robert Garcia—whose parents from Joliet celebrated his birth at 3:43 a.m. on New Year’s Day.
Nearby hospitals also marked the new beginning as families in surrounding areas embraced fresh starts.
🎉 Joliet Events
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