Wednesday, November 6th, 2024

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Good morning, Joliet. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 6th of November.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Channahon man was denied pretrial release after being charged for attempting to place an explosive in a Halloween candy bowl, amid findings of ammunition and methamphetamine in his home. Herald-News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ In Will County, key races include the county executive, county clerk, and coroner, with incumbents facing challengers across various offices. Herald-News
- ➤ Will County voters participated in the November 2024 elections, casting ballots for various local, state, and federal races, with mail-in and provisional ballots allowed two weeks post-Election Day for submission and issue resolution. Herald-News
- ➤ Laurie Summers leads Robert Enright in the Will County Coroner race with ongoing counts showing her ahead; both candidates present distinct visions for the office's future. Herald-News
- ➤ Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant leads Charles “Chuck” Maher in the bid for Will County Executive with 53% of the vote in partial results. Herald-News
- ➤ Democrat Michele Stiff leads the special election for Will County Clerk with 52% of the vote against Republican Annette Parker's 48%, following the resignation of Lauren Staley Ferry. Herald-News
- ➤ Will County experienced a high voter turnout on Election Day, with over 100,000 votes cast halfway through the day, reflecting a significant community engagement despite the availability of early voting. Herald-News
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Poetry Writing Workshop: Ancestors
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Kansas: 50th Anniversary Tour at Rialto Square Theatre
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The State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine Presents 'The Sleeping Beauty'
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Mannheim Steamroller Christmas Concert
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G Herbo and Friends Concert
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St. Joseph Annual Holiday Craft Fair and Market
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Joe Gatto: Let's Get Into It Tour
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Free Groceries Giveaway Event in Joliet, Illinois
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~ Henry Ford
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