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Saturday, July 12th, 2025
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Good morning, Joliet. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 12th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Friday, July 11, Duenez’s family, city officials and about 100 residents gathered outside his boyhood home to rename Albert Avenue as 'SSgt. Jose Duenez Jr. Way'—a tribute to his Army service and the life he led before his tragic death in a training mission. Herald-News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Hollywood Casino Joliet at 1401 Gateway Blvd. held a media tour on July 11 to show its progress on construction. Officials said the casino — which is still being built — will open to the public on Aug. 11. Herald-News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Illinois-based State Farm Insurance said rising severe weather forced a nearly 30 percent premium increase and over $500 million in claims, and Gov. Pritzker demanded they prove the math + show justification. Lawmakers, including State Sen. Mike Hastings, plan a bill + require full disclosure of rate calculations to stop passing out-of-state disaster costs to homeowners. FOX 32
- ➤ Joliet police have started using a new body camera tool that gives officers instant translations in over 50 languages — the technology began this week to help improve communication during emergencies. Herald-News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Illinois health officials declared the measles outbreak over after no new cases have been reported since May 22 + the outbreak was limited to eight linked cases in southern Illinois and two separate cases in Cook County. WGN-TV
SPORTS NEWS
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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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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.
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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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