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Joliet
Saturday, February 21st, 2026
Good morning, Joliet. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of February.
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Casa Catrina will open for full service at 1 p.m. Monday at Union Station after a soft launch on Thursday, Feb. 19. The restaurant offers bold menu items including unique tequilas and everyday favorites (like enchiladas and scrambled eggs) and will add its brewpub by July. Herald-News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Joliet Central beat Bradley-Bourbonnais 49-46 Friday night after Bernal Fox stole the ball late & secured the win with one free throw, snapping a six-game losing streak and setting up a regional play-in on Feb. 23 against Lincoln-Way West. Herald-News
- ➤ Local wrestling teams from Coal City, Joliet Catholic and Providence advanced to state finals as reported in Friday’s Herald News Sports Roundup. Joliet Catholic's Jason Hampton won his Class 3A match (13-3 over Ryan Dorn) in a key state final at Champaign. Herald-News
- ➤ Bishop McNamara won the 2A regional title in girls basketball with a 52-45 victory over Joliet Catholic on Thursday, Feb. 19, marking a key moment in the IHSA championship game. Herald-News
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Winners Win Pro Wrestling Event
6-10 p.m. — Hollywood Casino Joliet — All ages entry — Experience the excitement of family-friendly pro wrestling at the brand new casino venue.
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Shamrock Showdown Wrestling Event
4-8 p.m. — St. Joseph Park — $20 General Admission / $25 Front Row — Watch top Midwest wrestlers including the return of Pauly Thomaselli in an exciting 8-man tag match.
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J.I. The Prince Concert
8 PM - 1 AM — The Forge — Tickets starting at $19.95 — Experience the magic of J.I.'s emotional melodies and stories of resilience in a live performance.
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