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Joliet
Tuesday, May 12th, 2026
Good morning, Joliet. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 12th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today’s Herald-News pet feature highlights several animals available for adoption in Will County, including a 3-year-old terrier mix and an 18-month-old tabby, each with unique traits suited for diverse families; residents interested can check local humane service websites (adoption instructions apply) for more details. Herald-News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Advocacy groups say Joliet's rapid data center expansion is raising concerns about environmental impact, limited community input and job creation. They urge local officials to consider stricter oversight as growth continues. FOX 32
- ➤ Starting Monday, lane closures will occur on Joliet’s I-80 bridges for routine inspections that will continue through May 23, weather permitting, according to IDOT. The closures run from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday and Saturdays if needed, with one lane open each way. Herald-News
- ➤ The right lane of eastbound I-80 near Center Street is closed today for emergency repairs of a large pothole. The Illinois Department of Transportation advises drivers to use alternate routes during repairs — heavy congestion is expected until the concrete sets. FOX 32
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ May is National Burger Month across northern Illinois, and restaurants are offering special burger menus today. In Joliet, Hamburgerseria serves unique burgers—part of a regional celebration that also spans McHenry, Geneva, Utica, and Dixon. Herald-News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Lincoln-Way West’s Abby Brueggmann pitched a no-hitter by allowing only one infield hit while teammate Hannah Borchert hit a home run + two RBIs in a 4-0 win over Lockport during Monday’s SouthWest Suburban Conference game; the win helped the Warriors bounce back from a previous loss. Herald-News
- ➤ Lockport baseball beat Lincoln-Way West 5-2 on Monday after Adam Kozak hit a two-run triple at the Porters’ game — local softball, volleyball and water polo teams also posted wins across nearby venues. Herald-News
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NHRA Route 66 Nationals
3:30-7:30 a.m. — Route 66 Raceway — Tickets starting at $114 — Experience the thrills of drag racing at this must-see motorsport event.
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South Side Exiles Rooftop Concert
7-10 p.m. — Joliet Area Historical Museum — $16 General Public, $14 Museum Members — Enjoy classic rock tunes from the South Side Exiles on the rooftop.
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World of Food Trucks
11 AM – 3 PM — Gregory B. Bott Community Park — Free entry — Sample global cuisines from Chicagoland's favorite food trucks in a family-friendly festival.
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Mix of '26: Beyond Beer & Bourbon Fest
12-5 p.m. — Hollywood Casino Joliet — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate summer flavors with craft beers, bourbons, and live music while supporting veterans' housing initiatives.
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Pat Clark Cancer Foundation 5K
7 a.m. — Cemeno's Pizza — All proceeds benefit local cancer patients — Join the community for a charity run supporting the Pat Clark Cancer Foundation.
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Windy City Thunderbolts vs. Joliet Slammers
1:05 – 4:05 PM — Duly Health And Care Field — Tickets available — Support the local Slammers and enjoy the American tradition of baseball.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The reward for conformity is that everyone likes you but yourself.
~ Rita Mae Brown
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