Daily
Joliet
Friday, July 4th, 2025
Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Daily Joliet.
Good morning, Joliet. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 4th of July.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ An 83-year-old Joliet woman, Okcha Elliott, died at 12:08 p.m. on Wednesday at Saint Joseph Medical Center after a vehicle crash at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in Elwood that officials said was tied to a medical incident — police are investigating the case. Herald-News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On Wednesday morning, police in Joliet responded to Kerrie Swick’s call for help moving her elderly Labrador retriever Bear from her home in the 500 block of Springwood Drive—police found he had been left outside since 8 p.m. the previous evening without food, water or shelter and was suffering from heat stroke at around 110 degrees—leading to his euthanasia and Swick’s arrest for aggravated animal cruelty just before 2:40 p.m. WGN-TV
- ➤ A Joliet woman was charged with aggravated animal cruelty after her elderly dog suffered from heat stroke and was later euthanized—Kerrie Swick contacted animal control at 9:30 a.m. on July 3 from her home on Springwood Drive and was booked into Will County jail. FOX 32
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR This compact, easy-to-use rangefinder is packed with features like slope adjustment, flag-lock with vibration feedback, and a USB-C rechargeable battery. Lightweight and accurate, it’s a great choice for casual or beginner golfers looking for reliable performance. The Buy
Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Daily Joliet.
-
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.
-
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.
-
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.
-
Totally 80's Music Tribute
7-9:30 p.m. — The Forge — Tickets from $13.95 — Relive the nostalgia of the 80s with an electrifying music tribute performance.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
A Budget-Friendly Golf Rangefinder with Premium Features
The REVASRI NK‑1000 rangefinder is a surprisingly capable option for golfers who want accuracy without spending a fortune.
Priced under $50, it includes features like slope adjustment, flag-lock with vibration feedback, and a rechargeable USB-C battery. Plus, it’s compact and lightweight, easily locks onto targets, and seamlessly switches between yards and meters. It’s a great pick for casual or new golfers looking for reliable performance at a wallet-friendly price point.
Bonus: Shop more top-rated and best-selling golf products.
Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Daily Joliet.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Courage is being scared to death but saddling up anyway.
~ John Wayne
About Daily Joliet
Welcome to the Daily Joliet, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Joliet, Illinois community. If you like the Daily Joliet, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Joliet.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Joliet and across Illinois. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Daily Joliet
A free Joliet community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://dailyjoliet.com/sitemap