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Joliet
Wednesday, November 5th, 2025
Good morning, Joliet. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 5th of November.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Joliet City Council approved a five-year lease for Casa Catrina Mexican Heritage Cuisine at Union Station—set to open as soon as license approvals are received. The restaurant will reopen the old brewery space, may bring back its brewmaster Dan Rosenberg, and is expected to generate $696,000 for the city over five years. Herald-News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland will visit Rialto Square Theatre on November 26 to launch the holiday season with acrobatic feats and seasonal music. The show will feature new costumes, music, and cirque acts — marking the most spectacular edition in its 16-year history. Herald-News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Kevin (Kollins) Hedemark, the public information officer and longtime lieutenant with the sheriff’s auxiliary unit, died and was honored with a top award for more than 4,000 volunteer hours. The sheriff’s office said his death deeply affects his coworkers and the community. Herald-News
- ➤ The Illinois Department of Transportation announced that beginning tonight, lane closures will occur on I-80 from Ridge Road in Minooka to U.S. Route 30 in Joliet and New Lenox for pavement shifts scheduled over two nights. Drivers should expect delays and follow flaggers and posted signs, with work between Ridge and Shepley roads continuing through December. Herald-News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Lockport and Waubonsie Valley played a 4A sectional varsity volleyball game at Joliet West on Nov. 4. Lockport's Emma Consigny made a key pass that marked an important moment for her team. Herald-News
- ➤ Local schools made history in the playoffs as Clifton Central’s senior quarterback Brady Shule set school records by throwing for 370 yards and three touchdowns in a win over Knoxville while Bishop McNamara, Bradley-Bourbonnais and Kankakee earned their first playoff wins together this season. Multiple teams now advance to quarterfinal matchups and will face challenging opponents this weekend. Herald-News
- ➤ On November 4, Joliet West hosted Oswego in a 4A sectional varsity volleyball game. Joliet West's Lina Govoni tapped the ball over the net as her team battled in a competitive contest. Herald-News
- ➤ Providence and Lemont won their Class 3A Kankakee Sectional matches, with Providence defeating Evergreen Park and Lemont beating Marian in straight sets+ the two teams will meet in a championship match on Thursday. Herald-News
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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