Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 8th of July.
Good morning, Joliet.
A Joliet father drowned on Sunday while trying to rescue his son from Lake Michigan near Dune Acres, Indiana—officials said a good Samaritan removed the pair from the water and CPR was administered before they were pronounced dead at a hospital.
Joliet police responded at 6 a.m. Saturday to a shooting in the 800 Block of Richmond Street that damaged two occupied homes — no injuries were reported, and investigators are seeking further information.
The Illinois Department of Transportation said that I-55 was fully closed last night at I-80 for steel beam installation needed to rebuild the bridge—closures will occur again tonight and Wednesday with detours from 1 to 5 a.m. each night.
All lanes and ramps will reopen by 6 a.m., and work is expected to finish by Thursday morning.
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.
Birding by Boat
9-11 a.m. — Rock Run Rookery — $20 per person — Explore birds from a unique water vantage point.
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