Good morning, Joliet.

A 13-year-old child was seriously injured when a motorized minibike crashed into an SUV at Elgin Avenue and Cayuga Street in unincorporated Joliet Township on Sunday at about 4:20 p.m.—emergency crews took the child with multiple broken bones to a local hospital while the SUV driver was unharmed.

The Isle a la Cache Museum in Romeoville will open a free exhibit called 'Souvenirs From the Silurian Sea: Fossils of Will County' tomorrow that shows fossils of ancient sea creatures from the area.

The exhibit runs until November 30 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday and offers hands-on fossil digging stations—where paleontologist Willy will guide visitors in uncovering fossils.

Joliet Public Schools District 86 welcomed over 50 new educators for the 2025-26 school year who attended weeklong orientation sessions in August to learn about curriculum, equity, technology, and student services.

The training provided key information on safety, security, and classroom practices.

The Forest Preserve District of Will County announced a week of hands-on nature events starting Sept.

8, including a Nature Play Day After Hours at Plum Creek Nature Center on Sept. 9, a Fall Drum Circle at Four Rivers on Sept. 11, a Kayak Kollege workshop at Lake Chaminwood on Sept. 12, and a Recycle Your Bicycle event from Sept. 13 to Sept. 28 with drop-offs at Hidden Oaks, McKinley Woods-Kerry Sheridan Grove, Monee Reservoir — Sugar Creek Preserve in Joliet.

Saint Joseph Medical Center received the American Heart Association's Get With The Guidelines Stroke Gold Plus award for high-quality stroke care — an honor that shows its commitment to following safe, evidence-based treatment — and the hospital now uses advanced surgery tools to help stroke patients.

Hosts Steve Soucie and Matt Rodewald — both local sports experts — review Illinois high school football Week 1 and preview Week 2 on the Friday Night Drive podcast available today.

Joliet Central rallied from a 20-13 deficit in the fourth quarter last Friday to beat Thornridge 27-26 and give the Steelmen the best record in town—sophomore quarterback Jeffrey Woods finished with two passing and two rushing touchdowns.

Joliet West and Joliet Catholic lost their season-openers.

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.

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.

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.

Scorey Live Performance

8:00-9:30 p.m. — The Forge — Ticketed event — Enjoy a vibrant show with reserved seating that offers the best views from the balcony.

Annual Fur Ball Fundraising Event

6 p.m. — Harrah's Joliet — Ticket purchase required — An evening of fun, food, and entertainment to support the local shelter for homeless pets.

Classic Seger: Travelin' Man 2025 World Tour

7:30-9 p.m. — Rialto Square Theatre — Tickets from $41.50 — Experience the legendary sounds of Bob Seger and the Silver Bullet Band with a thrilling live performance.