Tuesday, April 22nd, 2025

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Good morning, Joliet. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 22nd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Joliet Township held a ribbon-cutting on Monday, April 21 for its renovated Forest Park Community Center Food Pantry at 1017 Woodruff Road. Supervisor Alicia Morales, former executive director Bettye Gavin, Mayor Terry D'Arcy and Council member Suzanna Ibarra were present—celebrating the new facility for local support. Herald-News
- ➤ Joliet Township opened a new food pantry at the Forest Park Community Center on Monday, April 21 to serve about 1,758 residents—Township Supervisor Alicia Morales said the event symbolized hope and dignity—demonstrating strong local support amid reduced federal aid. Herald-News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Brian McDaniel (61) was charged with home invasion after he allegedly entered a New Lenox home on April 16, beat a 74-year-old resident with a gun wrapped in black tape that held an LED flashlight, and stole silver coins and jewelry. Herald-News
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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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2025 Illinois Route 66 Red Carpet Corridor Festival
7 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Joliet Area Historical Museum — Free entry — Discover family fun along the historic Route 66 with local events, food, and unique experiences.
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CoComelon: Sing-A-Long LIVE
2:00 – 3:30 PM — Rialto Square Theatre — Tickets from $35 — Experience a musical adventure with JJ and friends as families sing and dance to beloved CoComelon songs.
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FEUD TRIVIA BATTLE ROYALE
6-8 p.m. — McBride's Pub & Grille — Free to play — Engage in a thrilling Family Feud-style trivia competition for exciting prizes and a hefty jackpot.
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#IMOMSOHARD Comedy Show
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Rialto Square Theatre — Tickets available from $49 — Experience a night of laughter with the IMomSoHard comedy show.
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The Nocturnal Affair Concert
6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Forge — Tickets from $20.00 — Enjoy an evening of rock with Fozzy and Liliac at this all-ages concert event.
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