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Joliet
Sunday, August 17th, 2025
Good morning, Joliet. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 17th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Will County’s top five stories for August 10—17 are now available as on-demand audio that features a look at Hollywood Casino Joliet’s gaming floor during its grand opening on August 11—this service uses AI technology to bring trusted local reporting to listeners on the go. Herald-News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A woman shot and killed a home invader in Joliet on August 16 at 9:52 p.m. CDT—police say the incident occurred during a home invasion. FOX 32
- ➤ A mother with her baby fatally shot a suspected home invader on the 7000-block of Hadrian Drive Friday night after she heard someone break in and hid in a bedroom closet—police said she fired when the suspect entered the room. ABC7 Chicago
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Joliet hosted a festive New Orleans North event at Slammers stadium on Aug. 15, 2025—The Joliet Region Chamber of Commerce & Industry organized a night of food, music and local art that brought a Mardi Gras feel to the city. Herald-News
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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.
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Wine, Jazz and Art Fest
3:30-9 p.m. — Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park — $20 entry — Savor fine wines and enjoy local jazz while browsing unique art by local artists.
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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.
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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.
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Stepping Up Virtual 5K
Anytime from Sep 7-14 — KSKJ Life — Registration required — Step up for lung health and support national parks while enjoying a 5K at your own pace.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Life isn't about finding yourself. Life is about creating yourself.
~ George Bernard Shaw
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