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Tuesday, May 6th, 2025
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Good morning, Joliet. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 6th of May.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Channahon officials evacuated the police department and municipal center after a suspicious package was delivered—residents and drivers are advised to avoid the area as investigators review the situation. WGN-TV
- ➤ Supporters and the family of David Malito held a vigil at the Shell gas station on May 5 to demand an independent investigation and the firing of the officer involved after he died following a 911 call on Dec. 25—Joliet Police Chief Bill Evans defended the officers by citing a review panel and forensic report that found Malito died from cocaine intoxication—critics remain vocal about the department’s accountability. Herald-News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Juan Moreno took his seat on the Joliet City Council on May 5th—replacing Cesar Guerrero, who left to serve as Joliet Township supervisor—after winning the April 1 election. Incumbents Jan Quillman and Joe Clement were sworn in for another four years with strong union support, and Moreno said he plans to listen to Joliet residents to guide his work. Herald-News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Lincoln-Way Central won 5-0 in their recent softball game and maintained a key series against Lemont. Lemont coach Chris Traina said the loss showed his team what they need to do to compete with top teams—so they plan to schedule more games against strong opponents. Herald-News
- ➤ Both the Chicago Catholic League (CCL) and Girls Catholic Athletic Conference (GCAC) announced that starting fall 2026, schools from the East Suburban Catholic Conference—including Joliet Catholic Academy, Benet, Carmel, Marian Catholic, Marist, Nazareth Academy, Notre Dame College Prep, St. Patrick and St. Viator—will join their leagues. The GCAC will expand to 24 schools and the CCL will grow to 26 schools, and the change is expected to keep the sports competitive. Herald-News
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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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Open House at 7014 Grantham Drive
4-6 p.m. — 7014 Grantham Drive — $349,900 — Discover a stunning tri-level home with a finished basement and a beautiful backyard swimming pool.
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Mother's Day Brunch
10 AM - 2 PM — Renaissance Center — Adults $60 | Children $20 — Celebrate the love and strength of mothers with a delightful brunch experience.
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Demun Jones Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — The Forge — Ticket purchase required — Experience an evening of country music with Demun Jones in Joliet.
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Concerts in the Park 2025
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Preservation Park — Free entry — Enjoy a free concert featuring One Foot in the Groove among the beautiful surroundings of Preservation Park.
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Hogs Helping Dogs
12-3 p.m. — Joliet Township Animal Control — Free entry — Enjoy a day of pet adoptions, motorcycle displays, live demonstrations, and local vendors.
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Chante Moore Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Rialto Square Theatre — Ticket prices from $53 — Experience the soulful sounds of Chante Moore in an evening of captivating music.
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The Black Moods Live Performance
7-8:30 p.m. — The Forge — $2.00 - $409.45 — Enjoy an evening of rock music featuring The Black Moods and special guests.
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SCREWLY G AND BLOODHOUND Q50
6:30-11:55 p.m. — The Forge — Tickets from $36.60 — Enjoy an exciting live performance with a variety of ticket options to choose from.
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