Good morning, Joliet.

Various organizations are holding food collections around Joliet as rising costs and delayed benefits increase community need—Lockport Fire will collect items Saturday, Nov.

2 while Plainfield Police, Catholic Charities, Joliet Public Library, the Lockport HS Foundation, and Osco Bolingbrook plan drives on later dates.

Local food pantries in Joliet are preparing for more community members to seek help as SNAP benefits end today — pantries like St. John Lutheran Church and the Northern Illinois Food Bank already report longer lines with more families arriving for food assistance.

Volunteers say rising costs and job cuts are adding to the strain, and they are working to stock up before the need grows even higher.

Young coyotes are seen in fall as they move into local neighborhoods—residents are advised to keep pets leashed, secure food sources, and make noise if they encounter one.

The wild canines help control rodent numbers and usually stay shy, so using these safety tips will help everyone live together safely.

The Forest Preserve District of Will County paid $4.3 million for 495 acres in Crete Township — marking its second-biggest land purchase ever.

The deal expands Goodenow Grove to 1,386 acres to protect open space and the origins of Plum Creek.

On Oct. 31, 2025, Silver Cross Hospital NICU shared photos of babies in Halloween costumes.

The hospital said the babies are receiving care—helping them heal so they can spend their next Halloween at home.

Bradley-Bourbonnais ran for 264 yards and scored two special teams touchdowns to beat Shepard 42 to 21 in their Class 6A playoff opener on Friday.

The Boilermakers now head on the road to face St. Laurence next week — they plan to build on their win.

Lincoln-Way East hosted Stevenson in a varsity football playoff game on Oct.

31. A picture showed Jonas Williams looking for an open teammate.

Bishop McNamara trailed early but overcame Herscher 38–14 on Oct 31 by scoring five unanswered touchdowns—senior quarterback Karter Krutsinger threw three touchdown passes—to secure a 10–0 season.

The Irish will learn their opponent later today, with a matchup against either Hope Academy or IC Catholic set for the second round of the playoffs.

Lincoln-Way East returned to form as quarterback Jonas Williams (returning from injury) led the Griffins to a 45-0 win over Stevenson on Friday night.

The team will travel to Palatine next weekend for the second round after recovering from two regular season losses.

St. Laurence beat Oak Lawn 49-19 on Friday in the IHSA Class 6A playoff, with quarterbacks Jimmy McDermott and Noah Taylor each scoring two touchdowns and Cory Les rushing for 181 yards — their win moves them into the next round to face Bradley-Bourbonnais next week.

Steve Hackett: The Lamb Lies Down On Broadway Celebration

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Rialto Square Theatre — Tickets from $32.50 — Celebrate 50 years of The Lamb Lies Down On Broadway with Steve Hackett's legendary guitar and great Genesis hits.

The Red Roses in Concert

7-10 p.m. — Joliet Area Historical Museum — $13-$15 — Experience the best of rock and indie hits performed live by The Red Roses band in a historic setting.

Elmo and Friends Say Hello

2-3:30 p.m. — Rialto Square Theatre — Tickets start at $32.50 — Experience an interactive adventure with Elmo, Abby Cadabby, and Cookie Monster featuring songs, dance, and family fun.

Clint Black Concert

7:30-9 p.m. — Rialto Square Theatre — Tickets start at $48 — Experience the hits of Clint Black, a country music legend with over 22 #1 singles.

Jools TV Live

1-2:30 p.m. — Rialto Square Theatre — Tickets start at $25 — Experience innovative children's media with colorful animation and positive storytelling for the whole family.

Swan Lake by International Ballet Stars

2:00 – 3:30 PM — Rialto Square Theatre — Tickets from $32.50 — Experience a breathtaking ballet performance featuring Tchaikovsky’s iconic score and a diverse cast of international dancers.

A Motown Christmas

7-8:30 p.m. — Rialto Square Theatre — Tickets starting at $54 — Celebrate the holiday season with the unforgettable Motown sound and festive classics.

Brad Williams Comedy Show

7-8:30 p.m. — Rialto Square Theatre — Tickets from $29.50 — Experience the hilarity of one of the funniest comedians in the country.

Chris Young: It Must Be Christmas

7:30-9 PM — Rialto Square Theatre — Tickets from $49 — Celebrate the holiday spirit with an acoustic evening featuring Christmas classics and special guest Marynn Taylor.

Home Free Holiday Tour

6:00-7:30 p.m. — Rialto Square Theatre — Tickets start at $43 — Experience an unforgettable evening of heartwarming holiday harmonies with award-winning a cappella group Home Free.