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In this episode, we kick things off at the nation's busiest container gateway, where frontloading is fueling a massive early peak season surge. The Port of Los Angeles handled over 840,000 TEUs in May, up seventeen percent from a year ago, driven by strong inventory replenishment, concerns about fuel costs, trade-policy uncertainty, and preparation for upcoming retail seasons. Loaded imports surged twenty-six percent year-over-year, rebounding sharply from May 2025 when import traffic was severely undercut by Liberation Day tariffs on China. Meanwhile, the truckload market's upswing is officially ushering in driver pay hikes across the sector. Joliet-based carrier GP Transco increased pay for all company drivers by five cents per mile, pushing the upper end to seventy-two cents per mile, while Dubuque's Hirschbach announced a ten-cent per mile increase for over-the-road drivers. A supply-led trucking recovery has prompted the need for enhanced driver pay and perks, with heightened regulatory enforcement purging noncompliant drivers from the market since last fall. Finally, the Federal Railroad Administration is greenlighting expanded testing of high-tech track inspection systems as Class I railroads prepare for a major safety upgrade. The FRA recently approved a five-year waiver that lets railroads expand the use of Automated Track Inspection technology, which uses lasers, cameras, sensors, and ground-penetrating radar to scan tracks for defects. CSX plans to start using the waiver on July first, deploying the technology across over three thousand route miles, with early data showing ATI reduces track geometry defects by ninety percent in some cases. Follow the FreightWaves NOW Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

NASCAR driver Daniel Suarez chats with Chris of The Morning Mix ahead of NASCAR's summer race weekend July 3-5 at Chicagoland Speedway in Joliet.For more information and to purchase tickets click HERE.Listen to The Morning Mix weekday mornings from 5:30am - 10:00am on 101.9fm The Mix in Chicago or with the free Mix App available in the Apple App Store and Google Play.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mayor Rahm solidifies his 1 percent base by hanging with the rich guys in the courtside seats at the Knicks game. Ben riffs. Senator Rachel Ventura talks Bears stadium and data centers and AI and paying the state's bills in face of Trump's budget cuts. She closes with thoughts on the Democrat's identity crisis. Are they the party of the courtside crew or the nosebleeds? Though even the nosebleed seats are out of reach for many. Rachel is the state senator from the 43rd district in Joliet.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this series, we've already listened to James Files' original 1993 interview. I think it's important that we now listen to the interview he gave in 2003 so we can compare the two accounts side by side. Doing so may help us decide whether his story feels legitimate—or whether it's simply a compelling tale told by a very skilled storyteller.The 2003 interview was conducted by my good friend and fellow researcher, the late Jim Marrs and Wim Dankbaar. It was conducted on November 19, 2003, while Files was still incarcerated at Stateville Correctional Center in Joliet, Illinois. With that context in mind, here is part three of the 2003 interview. If you have listened to the 1993 interview in our last few episodes, see if you can pick up on some of the new details Files adds into his story this time around.

Around 1:10 am on Saturday, officers pulled up behind a vehicle stopped in a lane of traffic in the area of North Avenue and Route 83. When the officers approached the vehicle, they found 36-year-old D Ante Hence of Joliet passed out in the driver's seat with a loaded gun on the passenger seat and open alcohol and cannabis in the center console. The DuPage County State's Attorney's office says Hence was denied pretrial release and is charged with several crimes including Possession of a Weapon by a Felon, and two counts of Misdemeanor DUI. His next court date is June 29th.

Around 1:10 am on Saturday, officers pulled up behind a vehicle stopped in a lane of traffic in the area of North Avenue and Route 83. When the officers approached the vehicle, they found 36-year-old D Ante Hence of Joliet passed out in the driver's seat with a loaded gun on the passenger seat and open alcohol and cannabis in the center console. The DuPage County State's Attorney's office says Hence was denied pretrial release and is charged with several crimes including Possession of a Weapon by a Felon, and two counts of Misdemeanor DUI. His next court date is June 29th.

Around 1:10 am on Saturday, officers pulled up behind a vehicle stopped in a lane of traffic in the area of North Avenue and Route 83. When the officers approached the vehicle, they found 36-year-old D Ante Hence of Joliet passed out in the driver's seat with a loaded gun on the passenger seat and open alcohol and cannabis in the center console. The DuPage County State's Attorney's office says Hence was denied pretrial release and is charged with several crimes including Possession of a Weapon by a Felon, and two counts of Misdemeanor DUI. His next court date is June 29th.

Show Notes for Ep: #212: Joliet Star Wars DayThe first Saturday in June turns the city of Joliet into a Galaxy far, far away as Star Wars Day returns, organized by the Joliet Public Library in partnership with the Joliet Museum, and the city of Joliet. Scores of volunteers help make this a terrific event for the whole family. The event kicks off with a parade of some of the best cosplay you'll see in one place down Chicago street that turns at Clinton and ends up in front of the library, where an annual group photo is taken. Afterwards, both the library and Museum host authors, artists, makers, vendors and groups that certainly fill up the 11-3 time quite well. Outside on the streets, some of which are closed off, even more things to do, explore and eat under the Star Wars theme. This year JSDW returned to the library, as construction on the streets had finished. Last year saw it temporarily moved to Slammer's Stadium a few blocks away. Also greeting visitors was a brand new City Square across from the library and the famous Rialto Theater which gives the whole downtown a wonderful place to gather and hold outdoor programs.This episode we run with some of the Red 5 Podcast network and talk to some of the artists, attendees and groups.Greg Schmidt (@schmidtngiggle) - InstagramMikey BabinskiMikey Babinski @mikey_babinski on InstagramSean Luke @sean_aw_luke on InstagramTodd HoffmanWSTR/BigTLilT Podcast @tizzzzod on Instagram, Twitter @WSTRmedia and @bigtliltpodcast WSTR/BigTLilT Podcast @tizzzzod on Instagram, Twitter @WSTRmedia and @bigtliltpodcast Chicago Jedihttps://chicagojedi.comNicole Markhenke Instagram @peacelovefandoms - @PL_Fandoms on X@red5readingRo Gazga - Scarifcon Scuttlebutt Podcasthttp://scarifscuttlebutt.comX: @ScarifPodcast@roGazga Instagram: @ro_gazhttps://www.youtube.com/c/ScarifScuttlebuttPodcastFantha Tracks TV & Film reviews:https://www.fanthatracks.com/category/reviews/film-music-tv-reviews/If you have a question or comment, find me on the  socials: Twitter/X, Instagram, Facebook, Threads, Bluesky & Substack,  @rebelbasecard Check out the TeePublic store and you can be helping out the show while finding some cool swag. ⁠TeePublic Store⁠Find me on the Topps Digital Apps like Star Wars Card Trader, Marvel, Disney, NBA Collect and BUNT @CORNFEDTECHYou can also help out the show by rating The Rebel Base Card Podcast wherever you get your podcasts. All comments and feedback is appreciated!

In this episode, Eddie Ruettiger shares expert insights on working with real estate investors, property valuation, and market dynamics in Joliet, Illinois. Discover how to accurately price rehab projects, leverage AI for cost estimation, and build a robust investor network to enhance your real estate business.   Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

My Fair Brady, Season 1, Episode 5This week, Princess is going back to Joliet with Chris and Adrienne. (Skip ahead about 30 minutes to get past the Dominique Morgan talk.)

Joliet Police responded to El Ranchito Supermarket on East Cass Street at 2:24 p.m. on May 23, 2026 after being called to the store about a man who acted suspiciously. According to police, surveillance video shows the man remove something from his wallet while in a checkout lane and make contact with the credit card terminal before completing his transaction. A store employee confronted him and the man ran away. Officers could not locate the man, but police did recover the skimming device from the credit card machine. Police are now asking for the public's help to identify the man who was last seen wearing a white T-shirt, gray sweatpants, black shoes, and a tan hat. Anyone who can identify the suspect is encouraged to contact Detective German at the Joliet Police Department at (815) 724-3029. Those wishing to remain anonymous may contact Will County Crime Stoppers at 800-323-6734 or submit a tip online through Crime Stoppers of Will County.

Joliet Police responded to El Ranchito Supermarket on East Cass Street at 2:24 p.m. on May 23, 2026 after being called to the store about a man who acted suspiciously. According to police, surveillance video shows the man remove something from his wallet while in a checkout lane and make contact with the credit card terminal before completing his transaction. A store employee confronted him and the man ran away. Officers could not locate the man, but police did recover the skimming device from the credit card machine. Police are now asking for the public's help to identify the man who was last seen wearing a white T-shirt, gray sweatpants, black shoes, and a tan hat. Anyone who can identify the suspect is encouraged to contact Detective German at the Joliet Police Department at (815) 724-3029. Those wishing to remain anonymous may contact Will County Crime Stoppers at 800-323-6734 or submit a tip online through Crime Stoppers of Will County.

Joliet Police responded to El Ranchito Supermarket on East Cass Street at 2:24 p.m. on May 23, 2026 after being called to the store about a man who acted suspiciously. According to police, surveillance video shows the man remove something from his wallet while in a checkout lane and make contact with the credit card terminal before completing his transaction. A store employee confronted him and the man ran away. Officers could not locate the man, but police did recover the skimming device from the credit card machine. Police are now asking for the public's help to identify the man who was last seen wearing a white T-shirt, gray sweatpants, black shoes, and a tan hat. Anyone who can identify the suspect is encouraged to contact Detective German at the Joliet Police Department at (815) 724-3029. Those wishing to remain anonymous may contact Will County Crime Stoppers at 800-323-6734 or submit a tip online through Crime Stoppers of Will County.

In this series, we've already listened to James Files' original 1993 interview. I think it's important that we now listen to the interview he gave in 2003 so we can compare the two accounts side by side. Doing so may help us decide whether his story feels legitimate—or whether it's simply a compelling tale told by a very skilled storyteller.The 2003 interview was conducted by my good friend and fellow researcher, the late Jim Marrs and Wim Dankbaar. It was conducted on November 19, 2003, while Files was still incarcerated at Stateville Correctional Center in Joliet, Illinois. With that context in mind, here is part two of the 2003 interview. If you have listened to the 1993 interview in our last few episodes, see if you can pick up on some of the new details Files adds into his story this time around.

What happens when a fighter meets a fighter who doesn't know they can fight? Let's talk about it. Lovie Sinclair is on the run.After narrowly escaping a volatile relationship, the former NFL WAG is a shell of herself. Her once glamorous life feels like a bad dream. Emotionally numb, broke, and desperate to disappear, she returns home to heal, but something about home feels different. She just can't put her finger on what's changed.Then she meets Rich Lovelace.Insular and intimidating, Rich is the embodiment of danger. He doesn't know how to run from anything or anyone. Born into a family of rugged street fighters, he confronts all of his problems head on—well, all except for one.When Rich catches Lovie in a compromising position, the two clash in an intense encounter. Afterwards, everything about Rich that should scare Lovie piques her curiosity, while everything Rich likes about Lovie keeps him holding her at arm's length. Eventually, they find themselves tangled in a fiery, forbidden friendship that snowballs into a passionate love affair.Together, they're pulled into a dangerous web of lust, secrets, and extortion that threatens to shatter Lovie's fragile healing journey and force Rich to confront the one problem he can't fight. But when desire collides with danger, someone always pays a price.Content Note: This is a standalone adult contemporary romance that contains mature themes and subjects that may be disturbing to some readers.Read Joliet: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GX2WR2YW?ref=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cso_cp_mwn_dp_NMETT8V4SZ4BHVQK2NPK&ref_=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cso_cp_mwn_dp_NMETT8V4SZ4BHVQK2NPK&social_share=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cso_cp_mwn_dp_NMETT8V4SZ4BHVQK2NPK&bestFormat=true&channel_type=fb&content_source=fb&fb_content_id=Q9-wBQE-SU8CeOBU6Z60kkcxfERi8nzbs8gefmPj0WH0HLbd052drIeN4JlIEqkoLg&fbclid=IwY2xjawRWgN5leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEewWP_m0EHLOgPvc4pAtCClHz0Q8XvKm_8nM4euT3VNI0hU0Xwj_PgqdUQSL8_aem_T0sr2qMfkUgYzwnrhFD4fQConnect with Author Rae Lyse: https://www.instagram.com/raelysebooks/Your Book Bae Awaits at ⁠https://theblackgirlbookclubpodcast.com/⁠ Join the Black Girl Book Club Podcast Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/693214741595152⁠ Join the Black Girl Book Club Podcast Email list: ⁠ https://www.theblackgirlbookclubpodcast.com/theblkgrlbcpodcast-6136 Listen on Apple: ⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-black-girl-book-club-podcast/id1627300394⁠Listen on Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/dashboard/home Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCr4fs600LEYfN3pgKVHe1yw ⁠ This episode is brought to you by Just Write Sis, the Authors Marketing Assistant. Are you an author who's ready to start running her writing business like a business, implementation strategy, systems, and automation? Increasing your rating, readership, and engagement. Check out Just Write Sis, the marketing and systems strategist for authors. www.justwritesis.com Check out Tandra's Touch our merch maker. Get merch made for your podcast, author events, and more. https://tandrastouch.com/ ⁠⁠#bookdiscussion⁠⁠ ⁠⁠#blackromancenovel⁠⁠ ⁠⁠#theblackgirlbookclubpodcast⁠⁠ ⁠⁠#bookclub⁠⁠ ⁠⁠#blackbookclub⁠⁠ ⁠⁠#blackgirlswhoread #⁠⁠bgbcp ⁠⁠#justwritesis⁠⁠ ⁠⁠#theauthorsstrategist⁠⁠ #authormarketingassistant #authormerch #joliet #jolietbyraelyse #raelyse

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WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on the start of construction for new bridges to carry I-80 traffic over the Des Plaines River in Joliet.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on the start of construction for new bridges to carry I-80 traffic over the Des Plaines River in Joliet.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on the start of construction for new bridges to carry I-80 traffic over the Des Plaines River in Joliet.

Overhead Door Company of Joliet adds high-efficiency Thermacore Models 5720, 5740, and 5760 to help local homeowners cut summer cooling expenses. Overhead Door Company of Joliet City: Rockdale Address: 48 Meadow Avenue Website: https://overheaddoorjoliet.com/

Racing legend Tony Stewart joins Dane Neal at WGN Radio for a special conversation previewing the upcoming NHRA race weekend at Route 66 Raceway in Joliet. Stewart shares insights on the excitement surrounding one of the biggest weekends in drag racing, the passionate fan atmosphere, and what makes racing at Route 66 Raceway such a […]

In this series, we've already listened to James Files' original 1993 interview. I think it's important that we now listen to the interview he gave in 2003 so we can compare the two accounts side by side. Doing so may help us decide whether his story feels legitimate—or whether it's simply a compelling tale told by a very skilled storyteller.The 2003 interview was conducted by my good friend and fellow researcher, the late Jim Marrs and Wim Dankbaar.n November It was conducted on November 19, 2003, while Files was still incarcerated at Stateville Correctional Center in Joliet, Illinois. With that context in mind, here is part one of the 2003 interview. If you have listened to the 1993 interview in our last few episodes, see if you can pick up on some of the new details Files adds into his story this time around.

Some say Zozo is just a trick of the mind, but after countless chilling Ouija board encounters and centuries of whispered warnings, maybe it's something far more sinister.EPISODE PAGE (includes sources and transcript): https://weirddarkness.com/SummoningZozoIN THIS EPISODE: The Zozo demon has allegedly harassed hundreds via their Ouija boards. But is this demonic force from the spirit world or from our own minds? *** Citizens of Van Meter, Iowa were confronted with a tall, human-like figure with bat-like wings, a single horn on its head, and it, apparently, was bullet-proof. What was this supernatural creature people were seeing? *** A bride-to-be becomes worried when her fiance disappears – so she contacts a psychic friend to see if she can help. *** Something sinister creeps into a Christian boarding house. *** Bram Stoker wrote his classic novel “Dracula” in 1897… but vampires are much, much older than that. *** A supposedly cursed doll has remained in the protection of one family for over four generations. But why would this family keep hold of such a demonic item? *** They are almost always silent, enigmatic figures usually seen at a distance up on ridges silhouetted against the darkening twilight sky, always at around dusk or dawn, quietly looking over and surveying their domain with unknowable purpose and often vanishing in the blink of an eye. What are the dark watchers of California?CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Disclaimer and Lead-In00:01:12.727 = Show Open00:03:37.878 = Zozo And The Ouija Board00:11:10.107 = The Van Meter Visitor00:21:40.657 = Back To Say Goodbye00:28:17.688 = Spirit Drawn to Teenage Emotions00:33:38.525 = Older Than Dracula00:42:05.860 = Joliet, the Haunted Doll00:45:23.026 = The Dark Watchers of California00:57:43.160 = Show Close00:58:33.668 = Final ThoughtSOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE…“Zozo and the Ouija Board” by Mark Oliver for All That's Interesting: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yc2rhvtz“The Van Meter Visitor” by Troy Taylor for American Hauntings Ink: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p8kupf3“Spirit Drawn to Teenage Emotions” by Lemurian Emerald, posted at Your Ghost Stories: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/4erh8ezb“Older Than Dracula” by Sam George for Ancient Origins: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/4hv6sdmc“Joliet: The Haunted Doll” by Chris for Real Paranormal Experiences: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p9fmmx7“Back to Say Goodbye” by Judy Rad, posted at MyHauntedLifeToo.com: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/3bkkpbjb“The Dark Watchers of California” by Brent Swancer for Mysterious Universe: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yckxrfkv=====(Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2026, Weird Darkness.=====Originally aired: June, 2018

The Joliet City Council has approved $37M incentive to anchor development with massive sporting goods concept.

Travels With Randy Route 66 Episode 16 is here! And We End At The Beginning! Illinois - Springfield To Navy Pier Route 66 Historical Sites Tour Randy shared his experiences visiting historical sites along Route 66 in Illinois, including a tour of Ace Sign Company in Springfield, a business spanning six generations, and Funk's Grove, a maple syrup farm operating for five generations. He discussed the unique presence of giant roadside statues in Illinois, particularly noting the state's fondness for large human figures. The conversation also included a brief exchange with Beth about the prevalence of city names like Atlanta across different states. AI Voice Assistant Capabilities Discussion The discussion focused on two main topics. First, they discussed the common town name "Riverside" and how it appears in nearly every U.S. state, though not quite every state. Second, they explored the capabilities of an AI voice assistant named Beth, who was able to provide instant, relevant responses to questions about van travel and Route 66. The conversation concluded with an observation about increased traffic and international visitors on Route 66, though the speakers noted this might represent different levels of "picking up" for them versus local experts. Central Illinois Childhood Experiences Bubba discussed his experiences growing up in Central Illinois, particularly around towns like Decatur and Warrensburg. They talked about the weather in the region, with Bubba sharing his experiences of harsh winters and pleasant summers. Randy shared an interesting find during a photography trip along Route 66, discovering a junkyard artist creating sculptures from heavy equipment. The conversation concluded with a discussion about photography as art, with Randy expressing his perspective on capturing existing art rather than creating it himself. Academic Achievements and Energy Discussion Bubba and Randy discussed Bubba's son's academic achievements and potential college tuition assistance. They then conversed about the prevalence of windmills in central Illinois, comparing them to solar farms and discussing the challenges of wind energy. The conversation concluded with a discussion about the different areas of Chicago and its suburbs, particularly focusing on Route 66's path through the region. Route 66 Murals Discovery Randy shared his experience visiting Pontiac, Illinois, where he discovered a series of murals created by the Wall Dogs artist group in 2009. He discussed a particularly impressive Route 66 mural featuring cars from different eras and a futuristic vision, as well as learning about Bob Waldmire, an artist who traveled Route 66 and lived in a van before passing away in 2009. The conversation concluded with Randy receiving encouraging feedback from Beth about his own travels and photography along Route 66. Route 66 Travel in Illinois Randy and Bubba discussed their Route 66 travel experiences in Illinois, particularly around Wilmington and Joliet. Randy explained how different Route 66 alignments exist in Illinois, with the state doing a good job of marking the correct route with regular signage, especially along business routes. They noted that Illinois maintains the route well, unlike some other states where signage can be inconsistent or confusing. Route 66 Travel Experience Discussion Randy shared his experience traveling Route 66, highlighting Illinois's improved signage system and the recent change in Chicago's ceremonial starting point to Navy Pier. He discussed the logistics of visiting the new starting point, noting parking challenges for larger vehicles. Randy recommended allowing two days per state for the journey, suggesting early morning drives and considering the timing for viewing neon signs. Route 66 Travel Experiences Randy shared his experiences traveling Route 66 across 8 states, noting that Kansas stood out to him due to its small size and strong commitment to the route, while Texas was his least favorite section due to poor signage and lack of engagement from local authorities. He praised Oklahoma, Missouri, and Illinois for their effective signage and town participation, and highlighted New Mexico's unique historical route through the Santa Fe Loop. Randy expressed hope that the upcoming Route 66 Centennial celebrations would encourage more people to experience the historic route, particularly families taking summer road trips. Route 66 Project Planning Meeting Randy and Bubba discussed their new Route 66 project, including a 16-month calendar and a 10-pack of postcards featuring photos from the route. The calendar will go to production in June and be ready for shipping in July, with a website launch planned for Sunday. They are also working on establishing two locations per state where the calendar and postcards can be purchased. Bubba will handle storage and shipping through his book business, and they plan to continue posting photos on their Facebook page and potentially start new photo series in the future.   SO. MANY. PHOTOS - Come join the conversation on Facebook with our 33,000 friends! https://www.facebook.com/travelswithrandypodcast Have a great idea for the guys?  Want to sponsor us?  Want us to sell something National Park or Route 66 related? Want to be a guest? Want to pay for both of us to go to Alaska? Want me to stop asking questions?   bubba@travelswithrandypodcast.com !!

The Joliet City Council has approved $37M incentive to anchor development with massive sporting goods concept.

The Joliet City Council has approved $37M incentive to anchor development with massive sporting goods concept.

A man was found shot in the head early Sunday in Joliet. Detectives are now asking for surveillance footage while they search for a suspect and try to determine a motive.

A man was found shot in the head early Sunday in Joliet. Detectives are now asking for surveillance footage while they search for a suspect and try to determine a motive.

A man was found shot in the head early Sunday in Joliet. Detectives are now asking for surveillance footage while they search for a suspect and try to determine a motive.

Travels With Randy Route 66 Episode 15 is here! Illinois -  East St Louis To Springfield Personal Updates and Life Stories Bubba and Randy caught up on personal updates, including Randy's recent trip to Washington and Kentucky, where he visited family and retrieved his van. Randy shared an amusing story about discovering a spoiled hot dog in his van's freezer, which caused an unpleasant smell. Bubba discussed his family's plans, including bringing Luke home from Clemson for the summer, while Logan will stay in Raleigh to work as a waiter and potentially train as a bartender. They also talked about the challenges some college students face in finding internships, noting that unpaid internships are now rare. The conversation ended with Randy sharing his experience working as a runner at Mary Tyler Moore Enterprises, where he witnessed actor Lawrence Fishburne auditioning for bit parts in various TV shows. Entertainment Industry and Work Experiences The conversation covered personal experiences in the entertainment industry, with one participant sharing their experience working as a runner at Dick Clark Productions, including a memorable task of transporting Dick Clark and his wife's dogs in their Jaguar. The discussion also touched on Bubba's experience working at a coal plant in Decatur, Illinois, where they handled unusual materials like burning tires. The conversation ended with a reference to their ongoing discussion about Route 66, picking up where they left off last week after covering Missouri and St. Louis. Route 66 Illinois Tour Discussion Randy discussed the different routes of Route 66 in Illinois, highlighting the clear signage in the state that indicates different route periods. They shared details about two main routes near St. Louis, including the Chain of Rocks Bridge and the original 1926-1930 route through Mitchell and Edwardville to Hamel. Randy recommended visiting the Chain of Rocks Bridge and suggested a loop route through Mitchell, Edwardville, Hamel, and potentially Collinsville to see the world's largest ketchup bottle, before continuing to Springfield via the original 1926-1930 route. Route 66 Antique Mall Visit Randy described visiting an antique mall in Livingston, Illinois, which features kitschy Route 66 memorabilia including a giant pink elephant and a trailer referencing Brownsville Station's "Martian Boogie" song. They recommended a detour from the 1930 route to see the pink elephant and Ariston Restaurant in Litchfield, which is the longest continuously operating restaurant on Route 66, having moved from the original 1926 alignment in 1930. Bubba, who is from Decatur, Illinois, provided context about the geographic location of these sites between St. Louis and Springfield in southern Illinois. US 250th Anniversary and Route 66 The discussion focused on the 250th anniversary of the United States and the centennial of Route 66, with participants clarifying that the correct term for a 250-year milestone is "semiquincentennial." They discussed early American settlements and how quickly cities developed, with Bubba mentioning his visits to historical sites like Jamestown. The conversation then shifted to Route 66 in Illinois, where Randy explained that the route spans approximately 300 miles from the Mississippi River to Chicago, with Springfield located about 75-80 miles from the river. Randy noted that visitors can see multiple landmarks including the Ariston Cafe, Pink Elephant, and antique mall by following different route alignments. Route 66 Historical Discussion The discussion focused on Route 66, with Randy describing the route through Gillespie, Carlinville, and surrounding areas. They discussed the historical significance of the old courthouse in Carlinville and the original Ariston restaurant location. Bubba shared his experience growing up in a farming community and working seasonal farm jobs, including tassel corn work, which paid better than minimum wage jobs at the time. Randy explained the different alignments of Route 66 from 1926 to 1930 and mentioned the unique red brick section in Auburn, which is the only red brick road on the entire 2,400-mile route. AI Character Design Planning Session Randy and Bubba discussed Randy's travel experiences, particularly his journey along Route 66, where he had initially rushed through locations but later learned to slow down and explore more thoroughly. They then engaged in a creative exercise to design an AI character named Beth, deciding on specific features including deep blue eyes, dark brown wavy hair, and an olive complexion. The team planned to have Beth create her own visual representation using an AI tool like Grok or ChatGPT, which they would then share on their TWR social media page. Illinois Route 66 Discussion Bubba and Randy discussed the geographical and political dynamics of Illinois, particularly focusing on the contrast between Chicago and the rest of the state, including Springfield as the state capital. They explored the historical and cultural aspects of Route 66 in Springfield, highlighting specific attractions such as Motorheads and the Route 66 display at the Illinois State Fairgrounds. The conversation included practical travel advice for visiting these sites, emphasizing the importance of exploring different Route 66 alignments within the city to experience various roadside attractions. Route 66 and Lincoln Connections Randy shared his personal connection to Abraham Lincoln through family genealogy and discussed plans to visit Lincoln-related sites in Springfield and the town of Lincoln, which will be featured in upcoming podcast content. He also mentioned his upcoming trip to Navy Pier in Chicago, which now serves as a ceremonial start/end point of Route 66. Bubba revealed that he and his wife Linda previously lived in Joliet, Illinois, near where Route 66 passes through the area. The conversation concluded with both participants discussing their experiences with memory recording and the use of AI tools like Gemini to document personal stories and life experiences. eBay Conventions and Podcast Success Bubba and Randy discussed their shared memories from past eBay conventions, particularly a memorable night in Las Vegas where they pretended to be movie producers. They reflected on their long friendship and how their brains share memories of shared experiences. The conversation then shifted to their podcast's success, with Randy sharing that it ranks in the top 1% of all podcasts, having surpassed 100 episodes over 5-6 years with approximately 115 weekly downloads. Randy also announced that their Facebook page has been certified by the Route 66 Commission, making them an officially recognized Route 66-related page, and plans to share new Route 66 content including photos and a planned September trip from Chicago to Santa Monica to coincide with the 100th anniversary celebration in November.   SO. MANY. PHOTOS - Come join the conversation on Facebook with our 33,000 friends! https://www.facebook.com/travelswithrandypodcast Have a great idea for the guys?  Want to sponsor us?  Want us to sell something National Park or Route 66 related? Want to be a guest? Want to pay for both of us to go to Alaska? Want me to stop asking questions?   bubba@travelswithrandypodcast.com !!

Cindy Pearlman Gaber, senior writer for the New York Times and entertainment columnist for the Las Vegas Review-Journal, joins Bob Sirott to talk about a new show based in Joliet and and Keith Urban’s new cover album. She also shares details about the honor presented to Ben Affleck and Matt Damon, as well as the […]

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Joliet Township government has eliminated three positions and plan to eliminate three more in an effort to balance the budget after years of increased spending. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shaw-local-s-bears-insider-podcast--3098936/support.

From Paris to Chicago, it's been a crazy week. I find myself at one of the largest cons in the Midwest on its busiest days! This episode takes you to the heart of Hall 2A at C2/E2, even though we started in parking lot B. Even with some jet lag and a more subdued schedule I still managed to run into some old friends and make a couple new ones. One the program:Returning guests:Victor from @FandadsNicole Marhenke from @Peaceloveandfandoms Todd Hoffman from @bigtlilt & @wstrmediaAnd new to the program: 501st Star Garrison member James Clevenger  @cl3v3ng3r. We wrap by talking about a newer con in Joliet that has its second show later this September, FAME. We speak with Angelos Storino who's with the Digital Media Studio of Joliet public libraryhttps://jolietlibrary.org/digital-media-studio-department/https://jolietlibrary.org/star-wars-day/Older Leonardi episode: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4G9UJh6PdwFgmgJtnOWz1M?si=NbJL6IMzQXqOD0Ex7_B-vwIf you have a question or comment, find me on the  socials: Twitter/X, Instagram, Facebook, Threads, Bluesky & Substack,  @rebelbasecard Check out the TeePublic store and you can be helping out the show while finding some cool swag. ⁠TeePublic Store⁠Find me on the Topps Digital Apps like Star Wars Card Trader, Marvel, Disney, NBA Collect and BUNT @CORNFEDTECHYou can also help out the show by rating The Rebel Base Card Podcast wherever you get your podcasts. All comments and feedback is appreciated!

Whether on the football field or wrestling mat, Duke Mays is always active. Now, the junior is on the move again. A native of Joliet, he has returned home. The football and wrestling standout has transferred from Johnsburg to Joliet Catholic Academy.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support.

In this episode of Car Con Carne, James heads to downtown Joliet to step inside a three-story vault of local musical history. He sits down with founder Ron Romero to explore how a "germ of an idea" from 2012 evolved into the Illinois Rock & Roll Museum on Route 66.     Why you should listen: The "Underdog" Location: Discover why this massive project planted its roots in Joliet rather than Chicago, and how it's helping revitalize the "crossroads of Mid-America." Redefining the Hall of Fame: Learn about the museum's "all music is connected" philosophy—from Mavis Staples to Naked Raygun—and how they are using a community Wiki to honor every band in Illinois history. Preserving the Future: It's not just a collection of gear. Get a sneak peek at the museum's lower-level recording studios and classrooms designed to train the next generation of roadies, engineers, and rock stars. The Gear: Hear the stories behind artifacts from REO Speedwagon, Cheap Trick, Styx, and the legendary Chicago Blues scene. Don't miss: James will be spinning a 100% Illinois-minted set at Gallery Cabaret in Bucktown on Wednesday, April 22, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. ###   Car Con Carne is sponsored by Exploding House Printing.   Exploding House Printing is here for all of your screen printing, embroidery and other merchandising needs.     They're local, and they focus on small businesses, bands, brands, and everything in between. And Jonathan, the guy behind Exploding House, has you covered. Beyond his technical expertise, he delivers production efficiency and cost awareness to offer boutique print shop quality at much lower, large print shop prices.    Check out their work on Instagram at (at)explodinghouse, or check out their site at exploding house printing dot com for a quote, or to see a list of some of their clients.

A Joliet man was arrested after he was accused of driving a vehicle without a front bumper, refusing to pull over in a traffic stop and refusing to exit the vehicle.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shaw-local-s-bears-insider-podcast--3098936/support.

Kick off an all-American road trip along the legendary Route 66 as Darley Newman travels from Chicago toward St. Louis through the heart of Illinois in this two-part series. In Part 1, discover where the historic Mother Road begins in downtown Chicago before hitting the highway to explore nostalgic stops, family-run eateries, and iconic roadside attractions that have defined American road trips for nearly a century. From the famous Route 66 sign near the Art Institute of Chicago to classic breakfast at Lou Mitchell's and the story behind the original Palmer House brownie, this journey blends history, culture, and great food.Along the way, Darley meets locals who are preserving Route 66's legacy and shares tips for travelers planning their own adventure. Stop for legendary fried chicken at Dell Rhea's Chicken Basket or White Fence Farm, explore the hauntingly historic Joliet Prison, snap photos with the Gemini Giant, and cruise past classic diners and vintage service stations that capture the spirit of the open road. Recorded on location during filming for the PBS series Travels with Darley, this immersive audio road trip brings the sights, sounds, and stories of Route 66 to life—perfect inspiration for your own Illinois road trip.

Joliet has approved a 795-acre data center project even as state lawmakers consider stricter regulations. Host Jacoby Cochran and executive producer Simone Alicea discuss Illinois' great data center debate. They've also got tips for C2E2 this weekend, and you've got thoughts on Portillo's, weather prep, and loose eggs. Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our daily newsletter. Follow us @citycastchicago You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 773 780-0246 Learn more about the sponsors of this March 24th episode: Access Contemporary Music The Other Art Fair Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE

Start Name Artist Album Year Comments Spring Beautiful Spring, Waltz Kay McAbee Organ Echoes [Replica 33x106] 1957 3-13 Wurlitzer, Paramount Theatre, Aurora, IL; 27-4-1931; then to Proctor's Theatre, Schenectady, NY (1983); rec when Kay 21 6:09 Butterflies In The Rain George Blackmore I've Got Music [Columbia SCX 6212] 1968 4-16 Wurlitzer, Gaumont State Theatre, Kilburn, London 8:36 April In Paris Eddie Weaver Plays The Byrd Theatre Organ [Design Recording] 4-17 Wurlitzer, Byrd Theatre, Richmond, CA; Different tracks from the LP of the same name. 12:03 Paris In The Spring Korla Pandit Korla Pandit In Paris [Fantasy 8347] 1963 Unknown Theatre Pipe Organ 15:06 To Spring Billy Nalle The Road To Wichita [Wichita Theatre Organ 1959] 1981 4-36 Wurlitzer, Century II Convention Center, Wichita, KS 19:01 Spring Medley: Easter Parade; April Love; Singin' In The Rain; April Showers; Mountain Greenery Ashley Miller At the War Memorial [HMR Productions 1061] 1977 3-16 Möller, War Memorial Auditorium, Trenton, NJ 27:37 Ladybird Lullaby John Giacchi Journey Into Melody 2000 4-29 Hybrid, Capri Theatre, Goodwood, Adelaide, SA 31:46 Dancing Butterfly Jonas Nordwall Definitive Theatre Organ [Allen Organ CD] 2000 3-19 George Wright Signature Allen (GW1319 EX) 35:13 La Golondrina Reginald Dixon Blaze Away [EMI Starline SRS 5024] 1970 3-14 Wurlitzer, Tower Ballroom, Blackpool 37:43 Unknown Barry Baker Concert: Phipps Center, Hudson, WI 2002-09-15 2002 3-16 Wurlitzer, Phipps Center For The Arts, Hudson, WI 43:14 They Call The Wind Maria Don Baker The Birmingham [Concert Recording CR-0174] 4-20 Wurlitzer, Alabama Theatre, Birmingham, AL 46:48 What Good Is Spring (If You're Not In Love)? Bob Ralston Tulip Time [SPOTOMA CD] 2000 3-12 Barton, Pella Opera House (1900), Iowa 49:52 Spring Songs: Flowers That Bloom In The Spring; We'll Gather Lilacs; Tulips From Amsterdam; The Bluebell Polka Douglas Reeve Pack Up Your Troubles 1975-04-06 1975 3-13 Wurlitzer, BBC Playhouse Theatre, Manchester; ex-Empress Ballroom, Blackpool 54:35 Here's That Rainy Day Gary H Phillips Concert: Providence Performing Arts Center, Jan 11, 2017 2017 5-21 Wurlitzer, Providence Performing Arts Center, Providence, RI 58:36 Wake Up And Live Dave Wickerham Steppin' Out To The Rialto 1997 4-27 Barton Grande, Rialto Square Theatre, Joliet, IL; original 4-21

Brian & Kenzie break the unfortunate news that Joliet is about to get the biggest data center in Illinois. Chicago’s best morning radio show now has a podcast! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts and remember that the conversation always lives on the Q101 Facebook page. Brian & Kenzie are live every morning from 6a-10a on Q101. Subscribe to our channel HERE: https://www.youtube.com/@Q101 Like Q101 on Facebook HERE: https://www.facebook.com/q101chicago Follow Q101 on Twitter HERE: https://twitter.com/Q101Chicago Follow Q101 on Instagram HERE: https://www.instagram.com/q101chicago/?hl=en Follow Q101 on TikTok HERE: https://www.tiktok.com/@q101chicago?lang=enSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Piece of Garbage Madness, the Joliet data center, Case's review of 'First Blood', and more! Chicago’s best morning radio show now has a podcast! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts and remember that the conversation always lives on the Q101 Facebook page. Brian & Kenzie are live every morning from 6a-10a on Q101. Subscribe to our channel HERE: https://www.youtube.com/@Q101 Like Q101 on Facebook HERE: https://www.facebook.com/q101chicago Follow Q101 on Twitter HERE: https://twitter.com/Q101Chicago Follow Q101 on Instagram HERE: https://www.instagram.com/q101chicago/?hl=en Follow Q101 on TikTok HERE: https://www.tiktok.com/@q101chicago?lang=enSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Tuesday, Martha visited St. Patrick's Cathedral in New York City for the annual St. Patrick's Day Mass led by the former Archbishop of Joliet, Ronald Hicks. He described the joy of celebrating before a cathedral filled with prominent figures, including Mayor Zohran Mamdani.  The Archbishop also shared his hope for a rising generation of young people finding deep purpose through their faith. He looks forward to welcoming them all back to America's Parish when the first American pope, Pope Leo, makes his first official trip back home. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Joliet data centers, Klash With Kenzie, a full-scope Lollapalooza preview, and more! Chicago’s best morning radio show now has a podcast! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts and remember that the conversation always lives on the Q101 Facebook page. Brian & Kenzie are live every morning from 6a-10a on Q101. Subscribe to our channel HERE: https://www.youtube.com/@Q101 Like Q101 on Facebook HERE: https://www.facebook.com/q101chicago Follow Q101 on Twitter HERE: https://twitter.com/Q101Chicago Follow Q101 on Instagram HERE: https://www.instagram.com/q101chicago/?hl=en Follow Q101 on TikTok HERE: https://www.tiktok.com/@q101chicago?lang=enSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Kenzie speaks at a college, Joliet is building the biggest data center imaginable, Brian gets caught eating, and more! Chicago’s best morning radio show now has a podcast! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts and remember that the conversation always lives on the Q101 Facebook page. Brian & Kenzie are live every morning from 6a-10a on Q101. Subscribe to our channel HERE: https://www.youtube.com/@Q101 Like Q101 on Facebook HERE: https://www.facebook.com/q101chicago Follow Q101 on Twitter HERE: https://twitter.com/Q101Chicago Follow Q101 on Instagram HERE: https://www.instagram.com/q101chicago/?hl=en Follow Q101 on TikTok HERE: https://www.tiktok.com/@q101chicago?lang=enSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A building bigger than The Pentagon could be making its way to Joliet. Chicago’s best morning radio show now has a podcast! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts and remember that the conversation always lives on the Q101 Facebook page. Brian & Kenzie are live every morning from 6a-10a on Q101. Subscribe to our channel HERE: https://www.youtube.com/@Q101 Like Q101 on Facebook HERE: https://www.facebook.com/q101chicago Follow Q101 on Twitter HERE: https://twitter.com/Q101Chicago Follow Q101 on Instagram HERE: https://www.instagram.com/q101chicago/?hl=en Follow Q101 on TikTok HERE: https://www.tiktok.com/@q101chicago?lang=enSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joan Bernal's episodes originally aired in October 2020. In December of 1988, Joan Bernal, her husband, and their children had plans to leave their home in Joliet, Illinois, and head to Texas to visit her husband's family for the holidays. Things didn't go as planned, and they weren't able to bring Joan's children from a previous marriage due to custody issues. According to Joan's husband, Gil, they decided to make the trip anyway. He later told investigators that Joan became upset during the drive and that he dropped her off near a bus stop in McAlester, Oklahoma, and gave her cash so she could return to Illinois. The plan, he said, was for Joan to pick up her other children and then fly to Texas to meet them. Joan Bernal has never been seen or heard from again.Over the years, this case has been marked by conflicting accounts, unanswered questions, and lingering uncertainty about what truly happened to Joan. Investigators and Joan's loved ones have wrestled with whether she could still be alive, whether foul play was involved, and why no verified trace of her has ever surfaced.Update:In December 2025, 37 years after Joan Bernal was last seen, the case took a significant turn. A Will County grand jury returned a sealed indictment charging Joan's husband, Gilbert Bernal, with first-degree murder in connection with her disappearance. Stay tuned through the end of Part 2 for more details on the recent developments in this case.If you have a missing loved one that you would like to have featured on the show, please fill out our case submission form.Follow The Vanished on social media at:FacebookInstagramPatreonSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Joan Bernal's episodes originally aired in October 2020. In December of 1988, Joan Bernal, her husband, and their children had plans to leave their home in Joliet, Illinois, and head to Texas to visit her husband's family for the holidays. Things didn't go as planned, and they weren't able to bring Joan's children from a previous marriage due to custody issues. According to Joan's husband, Gil, they decided to make the trip anyway. He later told investigators that Joan became upset during the drive and that he dropped her off near a bus stop in McAlester, Oklahoma, and gave her cash so she could return to Illinois. The plan, he said, was for Joan to pick up her other children and then fly to Texas to meet them. Joan Bernal has never been seen or heard from again.Over the years, this case has been marked by conflicting accounts, unanswered questions, and lingering uncertainty about what truly happened to Joan. Investigators and Joan's loved ones have wrestled with whether she could still be alive, whether foul play was involved, and why no verified trace of her has ever surfaced.Update:In December 2025, 37 years after Joan Bernal was last seen, the case took a significant turn. A Will County grand jury returned a sealed indictment charging Joan's husband, Gilbert Bernal, with first-degree murder in connection with her disappearance. Stay tuned through the end of Part 2 for more details on the recent developments in this case.If you have a missing loved one that you would like to have featured on the show, please fill out our case submission form.Follow The Vanished on social media at:FacebookInstagramPatreonSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.