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Joliet
Tuesday, March 31st, 2026
Good morning, Joliet. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 31st of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ HBO’s pilot American Blue begins filming in mid-April (through mid-May) in Joliet as producers plan to hire up to 1,000 locals for non-speaking police and pedestrian roles; payment is $132.80 for an eight-hour shift and crews will return in the fall. Herald-News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ EPA granted a $610 million low-interest loan today to fund a 62-mile pipeline project that will bring Lake Michigan water to Joliet, Crest Hill, Shorewood, Romeoville, Minooka and Channahon. The project, which will supply 300,000 residents, is set to be completed by 2030 and covers 49% of the funding needed. Herald-News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A new guide lists 11 day trip destinations across northern Illinois this spring, from nature trails at the Morton Arboretum to history tours in Galena — offering family-friendly activities and local escapes for those seeking a refreshing outing near suburban Chicago. Herald-News
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A single-family home at 2949 Woodside Drive sold on March 17 for $302,750. Built in 2000, the two-story house spans 1,542 sqft (featuring central A/C, a fireplace, and an attached garage). Herald-News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Oswego East rallied in the bottom of the seventh to win 2-1 over Lemont on March 30; juniors Addyson Dunn drove in the tying run and Danielle Stone scored the winning run, keeping the team undefeated at 6-0 + marking their best start since 2018. Herald-News
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Glenn Hughes Concert
6-9 p.m. — The Forge — Ticket prices vary — Experience the iconic 'Voice of Rock' live in a premier music venue.
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Men’s Baseball Game vs Joliet Junior College
3-5 p.m. — Joliet Junior College — Free entry — Catch the Bulldogs in action as they take on Joliet Junior College with the first pitch at 3 p.m.
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Forever K-Pop: A Celebration Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Rialto Square Theatre — Tickets start at $39 — Experience an electrifying tribute to the global K-pop phenomenon with high-energy performances and visual spectacle.
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Shining Star - Earth, Wind & Fire Tribute
8-11 p.m. — Hollywood Casino Joliet — Tickets required — Groove to the iconic hits of Earth, Wind, and Fire in a night of nostalgia and energetic music.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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