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Thursday, June 26th, 2025
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Good morning, Joliet. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A list of Fourth of July fireworks shows is published with details on events across Chicago, nearby suburbs and NW Indiana — including the Joliet Memorial Stadium event set for July 4 at 9:30 p.m. ABC7 Chicago
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Joliet police arrested Denise Hudson, 62, on June 21 for allegedly not calling 911 after an 8-year-old reportedly shot a 5-year-old boy on May 16 in the 500 block of Dover Street, leaving the boy with an abdominal gunshot wound. Herald-News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Lockport’s Nolan Lamoureux earned the 2025 Herald-News Boys Track Athlete of the Year award by winning state in the 800m run and anchoring his silver medal relay team, and he will soon run for Lewis University as coach Tom Razo praised his hard work + dedication. Herald-News
- ➤ Joliet native Jeremiah Fears, a former Joliet West star who shone for Oklahoma last season, was selected seventh overall by the New Orleans Pelicans in the NBA Draft on Wednesday night. The 6-foot-4 point guard is expected to fill a scoring role for New Orleans as veteran Dejounte Murray remains sidelined until January—Fears now looks forward to contributing to his new team. Herald-News
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Powerman 5000 Concert
6:30-8 p.m. — The Forge — $16.78 - $47.85 — Experience a night of electrifying music with Powerman 5000 and other artists on their tour.
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Gunshine Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — The Forge — Check website for price — Enjoy a night of rock with performances from Gunshine, Yet Again, The Midnight Calls, and Speedfreak.
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