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Joliet
Saturday, August 30th, 2025
Good morning, Joliet. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 30th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Benjamin Bennington recalled being in the basement when an F5 tornado struck his Plainfield home on August 28 — his father rescued him, his sister, and neighbors amid roaring winds, shattered glass, and severe damage that left lasting trauma on the community. Herald-News
- ➤ Retired Joliet firefighter Tim Carlin recalled how volunteers helped first responders during the Aug. 28, 1990 tornado that struck Plainfield, Oswego, Crest Hill and Joliet — a day that haunted him when he tried to save 3-year-old Sara Brower. He now joins the Joliet Certified Emergency Response Team, which trains volunteers in trauma care and search-and-rescue to improve disaster response in our community. Herald-News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Raymond D. Martinez, 33, fled Joliet police in a stolen Mazda on August 29 near Black Road and Route 59 before crashing near Theodore Street—causing a brief lockdown at three schools and minor injuries to two others before he was arrested in the 1700 block of Hidden Oaks Court. FOX 32
- ➤ Joliet police issued a shelter-in-place order at 1:30 p.m. Friday in the 900 block of Ann Street after a neighbor dispute led a suspect to fire one round into the air — officers then arrested the suspect, questioned him, and lifted the order at 2:55 p.m. with no injuries reported. FOX 32
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Joliet City Council will vote Tuesday on awarding a $197,000 commission for Sijia Chen’s Dome of Unity — a white stainless steel sculpture with a paper cut style — to be installed in the new city square near the Rialto Square Theatre. The artwork will involve local input in its design and is set to be completed for the May 16th, 2026 gala. Herald-News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Newman football coach Mike Lemay said that senior George Jungerman overcame earlier injuries by playing many positions on offense and defense to help his team. The versatile three-sport athlete set a school record in discus and is expected to lead his team in the weight room and on the field this season—making him a key player for Newman. Herald-News
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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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Rhapsody Of Fire Concert
6:00-8:30 p.m. — The Forge — Check for ticket details — Experience the epic sounds of Rhapsody Of Fire with a thrilling live performance.
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Concerts in the Park 2025
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Preservation Park — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of live music in the beautiful setting of Joliet's Preservation Park.
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