- More than 500 nurses at Ascension Saint Joseph in Joliet went on strike Tuesday alleging unfair labor practices.
- This strike will last just two days and comes amid ongoing contract negotiations.
- Ascension Saint Joseph says its prepared to stay open during the strike.
- Administrators also called the strike "unfortunate," saying it's disappointed nurses have chosen to strike since negotiations are ongoing.
- This is the second strike by the nurses, whose contract expired in July.
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