Joliet is buzzing with excitement this weekend, offering a mix of music, comedy, and special events. Let's dive into what's happening. First up, music lovers have a treat. Brett Young, a popular country star, will take the stage at the Rialto Square Theatre on Friday, January 30. If you prefer clas
Louisiana is dealing with a tough winter that has already taken eight lives. The state is urging people to stay careful as the cold weather continues to cause problems. The deaths happened because of hypothermia, car crashes on icy roads, and power outages that led to oxygen deprivation. Even as the
Joliet Catholic Academy is set to celebrate five outstanding alumni by inducting them into the 2026 Hall of Champions: Business & Industry class. This honor recognizes their remarkable achievements in their careers and their significant contributions to the community. The Hall of Champions is a pre
Louisiana has seen a huge rise in sports betting, with over $440 million in wagers in 2025. But this growth has come with a dark side: a point-shaving scandal involving college basketball players. Players from Tulane University, Nicholls State, and the University of New Orleans were indicted for try
Louisiana's early voting got a temporary pause on Monday, January 26, thanks to some nasty winter weather. Governor Jeff Landry called it off, and the Secretary of State’s Office shut down too. But don’t worry, voting picked back up on Tuesday, January 27, at 8:30 a. m. This whole thing is for the
Louisville is looking at a big change. The city wants to add a lot of new homes and people. The plan is to increase housing by 46% to 67%. That could mean up to 33, 410 people living there. That's a lot more than the 19, 889 people who live there now. But is this a good idea? Louisville is known fo
Louis Vuitton has launched a new campaign for their Men’s Spring Summer 2026 Pre Collection. The campaign features Callum Turner and Jude Bellingham, along with some very stylish dogs. The photos were taken by Oliver Hadlee Pearch and show the men and their dogs in a relaxed setting in the English c
Louisiana's water is precious. It's not just for drinking. It's for life. So, why aren't we talking about how big tech's data centers might affect our water supply? Right now, there's a plan to build a huge data center in Holly Ridge. It's not just any building. It's a facility that could use a lot
Joliet is home to over 80 Flock cameras. These cameras capture license plates and other data. This information helps police solve crimes. A local resident, Sam Coffey, wants to remove these cameras. He worries about the data they collect. Coffey believes the cameras track everyone who drives by. Th
Louisiana is known for its warm, humid climate, but lately, it's been feeling more like winter than usual. After a stretch of warm days, temperatures suddenly dropped, catching many off guard. This chill is expected to stick around for a while, with overnight temperatures potentially dipping near fr
