Good morning, Joliet.

Rescued wildlife at the Big Run Wolf Ranch in Lockport help cut climate change by eating donated meat from the Northern Illinois Food Bank—this partnership stops food waste that would release emissions similar to those from 110 cars in a year.

Rainah Runty runs the federally licensed education facility where visitors can meet the animals during scheduled appointments.

Illinois DMVs were unable to verify U.S. passports yesterday due to a nationwide outage announced by Secretary of State Alexic Giannoulias—residents were advised to call ahead as services and hours may be affected while airport verifications remained available.

The Jefferson Street drawbridge in downtown Joliet was closed on Wednesday for emergency repairs as IDOT replaced equipment and electrical components in the tender house.

IDOT said a reopening date has not been set (motorists are advised to take a detour via Raynor Avenue).

Federal officials will cut the $56 million grant that funds Narcan training and free distribution to help stop opioid overdoses, and local health leaders warn that this move could reverse progress in saving lives.

They say that if nearly $100 million in Illinois support is lost, communities may have to rely on alternative programs (such as a pilot for a similar opioid reversal drug) to keep lifesaving treatment available.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Joliet Amateur Championship

36 holes of stroke play — May 31st – Jun 1st — Wedgewood Golf Course — Registration required — Compete with up to 168 amateur golfers from the Midwest in this prestigious tournament.

5K for Double J

12 AM – 12 PM — Cemeno's Pizza — Proceeds benefit the Pat Clark Cancer Foundation for a community celebration of 25 years of Double 'J' business.

Cars & Guitars Car Show

5-8 p.m. — Joliet Junior College - City Center — Free entry — Experience a summer evening of classic cars and live music at Joliet's vibrant car show.