Good morning, Joliet.

The Taste of Joliet festival drew big crowds on Saturday, the longest and warmest day of the year, at Busey Bank Field at Joliet Memorial Stadium—featuring more than 20 food vendors, a carnival and live music—as it concluded on Sunday.

Two people were killed in a three-vehicle crash on Interstate 55 just south of Lemont Road early Sunday when troopers arrived at 3:25 a.m.—one person was taken to a nearby hospital as lanes remained closed until 9:15 a.m.

Joliet police reported that a 15-year-old suspect shot three teens early Sunday in the 300 block of S.

Ottawa Street—two of whom were taken to Loyola Children’s Hospital with one in critical condition—as investigators continue probing the incident.

Three teens were injured in a Joliet shooting reported at 5:30 a.m. Sunday on South Ottawa Street—one teen is in critical but stable condition—and police arrested a 15-year-old for reckless discharge while a 16-year-old was arrested in an earlier shooting on Sherman Street for aggravated discharge.

A three-vehicle crash early Sunday morning on I-55 south of Lemont Road in Lemont killed two people and injured one—Illinois State Police diverted traffic via I-355 and closed ramps to northbound I-55.

Concerts in the Park 2025

6:30 – 8:30 p.m. — Preservation Park — Free entry — Enjoy a free concert series featuring local music under the open sky.

Buddy Guy Live Performance

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Rialto Square Theatre — Ticket prices starting at $54 — Witness the legendary Buddy Guy, a blues icon and rock innovator, live on stage.

Sleepy Hallow Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Forge — Tickets from $59.15 — Experience live performances by Sleepy Hallow and Sheff G in an energetic atmosphere.

MVP Track Time 'Return to The Bahn'

Multiple sessions — Autobahn Country Club — Registration required — Experience thrilling sessions on a professional 3.56-mile road course with expert instructors for novice drivers.

Muevelo Festival

6-11 p.m. — Louis Joliet Mall — $20 | Kids Under 12 Free — Celebrate Latin culture with live music, dance, and delicious food from local vendors.

WWC Member Night

6:30-8 p.m. — Tinley Park White Water Canyon Water Park — Free entry — Enjoy a fun-filled evening exclusive to season pass members with cafe specials.