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Wednesday, April 2nd, 2025
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Good morning, Joliet. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 2nd of April.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ One of four U.S. soldiers who died during a training exercise in Lithuania last week was Joliet native Sgt. Jose Duenez Jr. (25), who left behind a wife and son, and his armored vehicle (found submerged under 15 feet of water) was recovered from a muddy bog after a collapse on a lakeside bank. WGN-TV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday at 4:10 p.m., Joliet police said 29-year-old Robert Burnett allegedly punched a driver after accepting a ride and hijacked his Nissan Rogue that was later linked to a hit-and-run crash in Crest Hill before he was taken to Will County jail. Herald-News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Illinois and several states have sued the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and its secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. over the termination of nearly $12 billion in public health grants that disrupted state programs like vaccine deliveries and lab testing — the lawsuit filed in Rhode Island seeks a temporary restraining order as it argues the cuts were unlawful since the funds were not tied to ending the COVID-19 pandemic. WGN-TV
- ➤ Preliminary vote totals on Tuesday show that Maureen Broderick, a Joliet Junior College trustee from New Lenox (facing controversy over past harassment allegations and a disputed arrest that was later cleared), is likely to keep her seat on the board. Votes also indicate that Nancy Garcia from Romeoville and Timothy Bradley from Coal City are expected to win seats as totals from Kankakee County remain unavailable. Herald-News
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Randy Travis: More Life Tour
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Rialto Square Theatre — Tickets from $39.50 — Experience the comeback of country legend Randy Travis with his iconic hits performed live.
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Visions of Atlantis Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — The Forge — $25.00-$35.00 — Experience an evening of melodic metal with Visions of Atlantis and Sacred Dawn.
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Bonfire: A Tribute to AC/DC
7:30-11:55 p.m. — The Forge — Tickets from $10 — Rock out to Bonfire paying homage to AC/DC with an electrifying performance.
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Women’s Softball Doubleheader at Joliet Junior College
3-7 p.m. — Joliet Junior College — Admission varies — Watch the Lady Bulldogs take on Joliet Junior College in an exciting softball doubleheader.
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Easter Brunch Celebration
10 AM – 2 PM — Renaissance Center — Adults $70 | Children 4-12 $20 — Indulge in a gourmet Easter brunch featuring delightful breakfast and lunch specialties.
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Soulja Boy Live in Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — The Forge — Tickets available — Enjoy an electrifying night with the iconic rapper Soulja Boy.
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Emo Night DJ Party
7:30-10 p.m. — The Forge — $10-$25 — Get ready to groove to your favorite emo classics at this electrifying DJ party.
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We Can Be Heroes Performance
2:30 p.m. — Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park — $5 — Experience an original radio-style storytelling and poetry showcase exploring heroism by local writers.
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Colors of Sound: The Palette of Renewal
4-8 p.m. — Suite One — Free entry — Unleash your creativity while embracing sobriety through art and soundscapes.
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Rival Sons Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Rialto Square Theatre — Tickets starting at $45 — Experience an electrifying live performance from the acclaimed rock band Rival Sons.
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