Good morning, Joliet.

After a severe storm left 450,000 ComEd customers in the dark, crews have been working to restore power in areas from Crestwood to Chicago as well as from Alsip to Joliet.

Officials expect that 80 percent of customers will have power restored by 11 p.m. Saturday.

On Wednesday, a storm knocked down the historic steeple from the Motherhouse building at University of St. Francis in Joliet — staff worked quickly to address the damage while expressing sadness at the loss of a local landmark.

The Ruby Street bridge in downtown Joliet was shut down for five hours Tuesday morning due to a power outage and grime on a sensor, police said.

It is the second time this week the drawbridge has been out of service, according to the Illinois Department of Transportation.

After the state tournament, local softball players received all-conference honors as Herald-News highlighted selections from Lincoln-Way West, Joliet Central, and other area schools, marking a strong season for local teams.

2026 Chicagoland Grand Prix - Endurance Karting Race

6 hours — Kart Circuit Autobahn — $291.67+ per driver — Compete in an exciting endurance karting race in the Windy City for a chance to claim the podium.

Mississippi Mud Monsters Baseball Game

6:35-9:59 p.m. — Duly Health And Care Field — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of local baseball with the Joliet Slammers and celebrate the great American pastime.