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BODY CAM: Mexican Independence Day Arrest At Inwood Parking Lot - Joliet, IL - Joliet police encountered a hostile crowd of young adults celebrating Mexican Independence Day in the Joliet Park District parking lot.

Angel Contreras' 3rd Offense DUI Trial Won't Take Place - Joliet, IL - Angel Contreras provided Joliet police with an Illinois State Identification card and stated his license was revoked, court records show.

Taste Of Joliet's Headliner Cost $300,000, Had Record Turnout - Joliet, IL - June's three-day Taste of Joliet festival at Memorial Stadium drew the largest attendance ever, bringing more than 55,000 people out.

$750,000 Settlement In Black Officer's Lawsuit Against Joliet Chief - Joliet, IL - Anthony "Sinnott is aware that Roechner told the Board that he has issues with Sinnott's brother and with the BPOA," his lawsuit noted.

Joliet Township's $8.6M Asylum Grant: Angel Contreras Not Talking Yet - Joliet, IL - Governor JB Pritzker announced that Joliet will receive $8.6 million to house asylum seekers who are coming to Illinois to start a new life.

Old St. Mary's Carmelite: Multi-Million Dollar Facelift, New Business - Joliet, IL - Joe and Jennifer Matise of Tinley Park bought the former church in Joliet's downtown. They will host wedding events, live music and more.

Woman Killed By Morris Police Identified, GoFundMe Set Up - Channahon-Minooka, IL - The GoFundMe noted that "Alivia did not have any life insurance or means to pay for a funeral service."

$8.6M For Joliet To House Asylum Seekers: Pritzker - Joliet, IL - Gov. JB Pritzker is designating nearly $9 million for Joliet, the second-largest sum approved by the governor for asylum seekers.

Skooters Reopening As Irish-Themed Bar, Shorewood Happy - Shorewood, IL - Shorewood Village Administrator Aaron Klima said the new Irish-themed bar and restaurant is aiming to open during October.

Forged Signature By Police In Elwood Home Depot Murder Probe: Expert - Joliet, IL - Crest Hill police and a Channahon deputy chief are accused of forging the signature of murder defendant Derrell Draper's girlfriend.