Joliet Local News – Thursday, August 14th, 2025

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Thursday, August 14th, 2025

CRIME NEWS

➤ A Will County judge convicted a 31-year-old man for attempting to murder two Romeoville police officers during a chase in 2023—he was on parole and faced charges including attempted first-degree murder and armed habitual criminal. FOX 32

FINANCE NEWS

➤ A winning Illinois Lottery ticket purchased at Walker Liquor in Lemont matched all five numbers in Tuesday night's Lucky Day Lotto drawing, making an unknown player $400,000 richer. The ticket holder has one year to claim the jackpot — Walker Liquor will also get a $4,000 bonus for selling the ticket. FOX 32

SPORTS NEWS

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JOLIET EVENTS

EVENTS

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Concerts in the Park 2025

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Preservation Park — Free entry — Enjoy live music in the beautiful surroundings of Preservation Park, perfect for a summer evening.

Fri, 8/15/25

Friday, August 15th, 2025
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12th Annual 815 Day Celebration

12-5 p.m. — Nowell Park — Free entry — Celebrate community spirit with live music, local vendors, and activities for all ages.

Sat, 8/16/25

Saturday, August 16th, 2025
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Old-Growth Measurements Workshop

9 AM – 12 PM — Pilcher Park Nature Center — Free — Engage in measuring and photographing features of rare old-growth forests for community science.

Sat, 8/23/25

Saturday, August 23rd, 2025
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LAPS Track Days Event #3 (High Performance Driver Education)

All day event — Autobahn Country Club — Pricing varies — Experience high-speed driving and improve your racing skills in a safe environment.

Mon, 8/25/25

Monday, August 25th, 2025
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Lake Erie Crushers vs. Joliet Slammers

1-4 p.m. — Duly Health And Care Field — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an exciting baseball game featuring local favorites, the Joliet Slammers.

Fri, 8/29/25

Friday, August 29th, 2025
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JOLIET REAL ESTATE

REAL ESTATE

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JOLIET JOB BOARD

JOB BOARD

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JOLIET ANNOUNCEMENTS

ANNOUNCEMENTS

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