Chicago|News|
New Year's Eve Fireworks Return To Chicago River, Navy Pier
The fireworks will be displayed along Chicago's Riverwalk on Dec. 31 and will allow New Year's revelers to ring in 2024 in style.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
- Chicago, IL
I am an award-winning journalist who has worked in sports and as an investigative reporter before starting with Patch as a roving editor in April, 2020. Prior to Patch, my work appeared in The New York Times, The Washington Post, Forbes SportsMoney, ESPN.com and other outlets. I finished the 2012 Chicago Marathon and am currently studying improv at the renowned Second City, where many a Saturday Night Live alums got their start.
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Joliet, IL|News|
Will County Courthouse Demolition Begins, Will Continue This Week
Interior demolition of the four-story courthouse has started before exterior work begins in early January to tear down the structure.
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Joliet, IL|News|
Ascension St. Joseph's Nurses Overwhelmingly Reject Contract Offer
Union reps are asking hospital officials to continue negotiations, but the hospital says its "best and final" offer likely won't change.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
Illinois High School Football Districting Proposal Rejected
The plan would have created districts for high school football teams based on geography and classification and was rejected by 379 schools.
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Channahon-Minooka, IL|News|
I-80 Lane Closures Between Minooka and New Lenox Start Wednesday
Illinois Department of Transportation crews will be repairing concrete between Ridge Road and US-30 which will close lanes until Thursday.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
Google To Pay $700M To Settle Suit Filed By Illinois AG, Others
Attorney General Kwame Raoul was among 52 prosecutors to file suit against Google alleging anticompetitive behavior related to Google Play.
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Channahon-Minooka, IL|News|
2 Teens Arrested, 1 With A Gun After Minooka Traffic Stop: Cops
The teens were taken to juvenile detention centers after the traffic stop in which cops said one of the juveniles ran with a loaded pistol.
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Joliet, IL|News|
Teen Shot By Joliet Police Taken To Juvenile Justice Center: PD
The 17-year-old has been taken to River Valley Justice Center after being released from the hospital to treat a gunshot wound to the arm.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
IL Hospitals Urged To 'Step Up' Mitigations As Viruses Spike: IDPH
State health officials are urging medical facilities to consider mask recommendations as COVID-19 hospitalizations rise in recent weeks.
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Libertyville, IL|News|
'He Lived Large': Libertyville Man Leaves Legacy After 16 Year Fight
Josh Prochotsky died on his 32nd birthday after battling a brain tumor for 16 years and living a life defined by kindness and love.
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Joliet, IL|News|
'I'm Dead': Joliet Woman Reported Previous Attacks By Accused Shooter
Police say Alicia Cole was fatally shot by Willie Banks, and had a protective order against him stemming from previous incidents.
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Joliet, IL|News|
Will County Seeks Residents' Opinions On Electric Vehicles
The survey will be available on January 3 and will use public feedback to put together a county plan for more sustainable transportation.
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Channahon-Minooka, IL|News|
Channahon Woman Battered Cop, Resisted Arrest: State's Attorney
Julie Ziga is charged with aggravated battery and resisting arrest after she reportedly hit an officer after a domestic dispute at her home.
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Joliet, IL|News|
Portion Of Joliet Street To Close Until April Due to Water Main Work
The section of Joliet Street between Jackson and Cass will close Tuesday and will remain closed until April 1 as water mains are installed.
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Joliet, IL|News|
Joliet Chamber Of Commerce, Industry Announces Annual Awards
The Chamber will host its annual awards banquet in late February but has announced several key honors including two community contributors.
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Mokena, IL|News|
'Family Effort' Leads To Illinois Jr. Celtics' Second National Title
The program's 13-U team got some unexpected motivation and used a 41-8 Super Bowl victory in Orlando to claim back-to-back championships.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
Lead In Applesauce In IL Recall May Have Been Intentional: Report
Illinois is one of 22 states where officials believe contaminated pouches of cinnamon applesauce may be causing high blood levels in kids.
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Chicago|News|
'Worth The Wait': Voodoo Doughnuts Plans To Deliver To Chicago Foodies
The eclectic Portland doughnut shop opens Saturday in Fulton Market where it will be open 21 hours a day with 51 varieties of sweet treats.
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Joliet, IL|News|
Saint Joseph's Nurses Urged By Union To Reject Best, Final Offer
The Joliet hospital's nurse's union accuses officials of ramming a proposal down nurses' throats while putting patients at risk.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Elgin, IL|News|
17-Year-Old Girl Charged In Death Of 2 South Elgin Students
Aanomeya Henry faces reckless homicide charges after officials say she was under the influence of marijuana when she collided with a truck.
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