Good morning, Joliet.

Joliet Junior College approved its 54th balanced budget of $310.3 million for fiscal year 2026-27, which included a 2% tuition increase and funding for building improvements at its three campuses.

The budget was kept balanced by increased tax revenues + a slight rise in enrollment.

Joliet police announced that three downtown streets will be closed from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. Thursday for the NASCAR Race Fan Rally from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. downtown — with police using drones and offering a free shuttle service — and they advised motorists to plan alternate routes.

NASCAR is returning this weekend to Chicagoland Speedway in Joliet—its first visit since 2019—with Friday practice, Saturday qualifying, and Sunday’s NASCAR Cup Series eero 400 main event at 5 p.m.

Local boys basketball teams are revamping their lineups this summer as Kankakee and Bishop McNamara introduce fresh faces with new coaching and Bradley-Bourbonnais builds on a youthful core to prepare for the upcoming season.

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.