Hope, healing & justice for abused children.

Will County Children's Advocacy Center

The Will County Children's Advocacy Center was founded in 1995 by State's Attorney James Glasgow to partner with multidisciplinary teams (MDTs) comprised of law enforcement, DCFS investigators, medical personnel, prosecutors, and Will County CAC forensic interviewers, family advocates, and trauma therapists in response to reports of severe physical abuse, sexual abuse, commercial exploitation, neglect, and exposure to violence of children, in Will County, IL. Our Will County CAC intake/MDT coordinator, forensic interviewers, family advocates, and trauma therapists provide the following services: * Forensic Interviews: After a child is referred to the Will County CAC by law enforcement or the IL Dept. of Family Services (DCFS), our Intake Coordinator schedules a forensic interview for the child. One of our 4 forensic interviewers listens to the child’s story and asks non-leading, developmentally-appropriate questions as the child talks about the trauma he/she has experienced. Law enforcement, prosecution, DCFS, and mental health professionals observe the interview from a separate room. This reduces trauma for the child and provides a stronger foundation if the case goes to court. * Family Advocacy: Our family advocates are committed to helping each family navigate the complex systems that a family enters when a child makes an outcry of abuse. As each case goes through the investigation, prosecution and healing process, the team is there to help the family understand the process, learn about their rights and successfully access resources that will help their family during crisis. * Trauma-Focused Therapy: Our team of licensed clinical social workers provide short-term, trauma informed therapy to children who have received a forensic interview. Since child abuse affects the whole family, the services are available at no cost to both the child and their non-offending family members. Individual and group therapy is offered in English and Spanish.

Will County

Will

Crest Hill

Illinois

The Will County Children's Advocacy Center was founded in 1995 by State's Attorney James Glasgow to partner with multidisciplinary teams (MDTs)...

Sandi Wolski Public Adjuster

I am a licensed and bonded Public Adjuster since 2010. I help you when you have damage to your home that is covered under your insurance. I work for you not the insurance company. I handle the entire claim for you. There is a lot of hail damage out in the area and I am helping quite a few home owners. Sick of door knockers and phone calls?? I don't do that. Even if you have filed a claim and you have been denied or they haven't given you enough money to fix the damage then I can see what I can do for you. If I don't get you any additional funds then it doesn't cost you a penny. I am here to advocate for you!!! Feel free to call me at 630-417-7407. I can even give you references if you would like.

Andrea Earnest

Chicago Metropolitan Area

Bolingbrook

I am a licensed and bonded Public Adjuster since 2010. I help you when you have damage to your home that is covered under your insurance. I work...

New Leadership at Visiting Angels Plainfield

Visiting Angels Plainfield

A Life-Saving Legacy: Justin Settle Takes Ownership of Visiting Angels Plainfield For Immediate Release Plainfield, IL — Justin Settle, through Settle Healthcare LLC, is proud to announce the official acquisition of Visiting Angels Plainfield, effective February 13, 2026. While the transition marks a change in leadership, it is rooted in a recent event that defines the agency’s core mission: the relentless protection of the seniors they serve. Shortly before the closing, a situation unfolded that highlighted why this agency is a pillar of the community. Pat Verlee, the former owner, observed a client’s condition and strongly urged the daughter-in-law to take the mother-in-law to the Emergency Room. Despite the family’s hesitation, Pat’s insistence prevailed. At the hospital, doctors discovered two aneurysms. Because of that clinical intuition and persistent care, a life was saved. "This acquisition feels like it was meant to be," said Justin Settle, the new owner of Visiting Angels Plainfield. "The story of Pat saving that client’s life is the real heart of this organization. It extends far beyond financials or tax returns; it’s about the profound impact we have on families when they are most vulnerable. I am honored to carry that torch forward." Justin Settle brings extensive experience from the biopharmaceutical sector to the role, where he has spent years managing specialty accounts and focusing on patient outcomes. Under his leadership, the agency will continue to provide top-tier non-medical home care, including companion care and specialized support, while maintaining the "eagle-eyed" vigilance that saved a life this year. About Visiting Angels Plainfield: Located at 24014 W Renwick Rd, Ste 100, Visiting Angels Plainfield provides essential living assistance services to seniors in Plainfield, Joliet, and surrounding areas. The agency is dedicated to helping seniors maintain their independence and dignity in the comfort of their own homes.

Emily Rosca

Plainfield

A Life-Saving Legacy: Justin Settle Takes Ownership of Visiting Angels Plainfield For Immediate Release Plainfield, IL — Justin Settle, through...

Your Local Personal Injury Law Firm-Experience You Can Trust

The Crannell Law Group, LLC

The Crannell Law Group is specialized personal injury law firm dedicated to representing individuals and families who have been harmed due to the negligence of others. Our attorneys provide personalized, compassionate legal guidance while aggressively pursuing the compensation our clients deserve. We handle a wide range of personal injury matters, including car accidents, slip and falls, premises liability, workplace injuries, and wrongful death claims. From the moment you contact our office, we focus on protecting your rights, explaining your options in clear terms, and guiding you through every step of the legal process. As members of the community we serve, we understand how an injury can impact not only your health, but your livelihood and your family. That’s why we take a hands-on approach to every case and work directly with our clients—never treating them like just a file number. Our firm is committed to holding insurance companies and negligent parties accountable while allowing our clients to focus on healing and recovery. Call us now for a FREE case evaluation!

DuPage County

Lisa Marie Farver

Naperville

The Crannell Law Group is specialized personal injury law firm dedicated to representing individuals and families who have been harmed due to the...

Authentic Arabic Sweets Taste of Tradition

Al Basha Sweets Co

Welcome to Al Basha Sweets Co, we pride ourselves in being one of the oldest sweet stores in the Chicago-land area est 1989. We offer a delicious array of desserts crafted from passed down Palestinian family recipes and reflect the heritage of the Middle Eastern region. Sometimes, the simplest sweets bring the greatest joy. Experience the beauty of our Oriental-Arabic treats that celebrate the essence of simplicity. Try Bridgeview’s most celebrated and innovative dessert trays for your table with tradition of sharing and community, open 7 days a week. Our desserts are authentic, distinctive, and made with the highest quality regionally sourced traditional ingredients. We have the most varieties of knafeh around and served fresh every morning, including both hot and chilled sweets. With the most authentic and unique selection of arabic desserts anywhere, be sure to visit for our seasonal specials. Al Basha Sweets Co is the taste of heritage and hospitality whether you’re celebrating Ramadan, birthday, wedding, holiday, or simply treating yourself, their sweets bring people together and turn moments into memories.

Welcome to Al Basha Sweets Co, we pride ourselves in being one of the oldest sweet stores in the Chicago-land area est 1989. We offer a delicious...

LLCA Kids Connection in Channahon is hiring for a Qualified Director/Preschool Teacher 6-3 and a part-time 2:30-6 Assistant director/Preschool Teacher please send resume to <a href="mailto:llcakidsconnection@yahoo.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">llcakidsconnection@yahoo.com</a> or fill out a application at llcakidsconnection.com. Must meet DCFS qualifications and have 2 years of experience. Thank you

Hiring Childcare Director

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Lisle

David Giuliani

Darien

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Lemont

Homer Glen-Lockport

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Burr Ridge

Naper Settlement

Calling&nbsp;all foodies! Get your appetites ready for a culinary adventure as&nbsp;the&nbsp;2026 Naperville Food Truck Festival&nbsp;returns to downtown&nbsp;Naperville. This annual event is a vibrant celebration of food, fun, and&nbsp;community, bringing together a diverse lineup of Chicagoland's best&nbsp;food trucks for a day of delicious discovery.A&nbsp;World of Flavors on Wheels — From buttery lobster rolls and authentic&nbsp;Puerto Rican cuisine to Filipino empanadas, Neapolitan pizza, and&nbsp;Chicago-style fried chicken, over 15 trucks bring an extraordinary range&nbsp;of global flavors to one beautiful location: the historic Naper&nbsp;Settlement.
More&nbsp;Than a Meal — It's a full-day family experience packed with live music,&nbsp;three spectacular Mega Bubble Shows, a Bluey Character Meet &amp;&nbsp;Greet, a KPop Demon Hunters Dance Class (Soda Pop anyone?), Face Painter, Balloon Artist, and a Vibrant Vendor Village.&nbsp;This is a family friendly event with lots of food options &amp; entertainment for kids plus everyone can enjoy the expansive Naper Settlement historical grounds.
General Admission into the #NFTF begins at 12pm. Kids 10 &amp; under are free with each paying adult. Eat for a great cause! A portion of the proceeds from the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/nftf?__eep__=6&amp;__cft__[0]=AZaHws7Bx4E4a43dEvoFqNMs5pNMBfzpkQ1YMhb5T5JGff_bujzvSD2jYh3vE4nIIw9zXRqsEikah8vYcYKRIJlOI5X9BP86RTl2OwBRajWw7IxTHfMHYRqn1Y_n6dR7kJjEMRLbKx3nGL67UGbgbD4m&amp;__tn__=q" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#NFTF</a>&nbsp;will benefit Ride Assist Naperville and their mission of providing affordable and dependable transportation to medical appointments for Naperville seniors and their caregivers. Additional Information: ~Ample free parking will be available! (Nearby parking decks, lots &amp; street parking) ~Food &amp; drink is sold separately from admission ~Cash &amp; Credit is accepted at the gate and by most vendors

Local Event: Naperville Food Truck Festival

Kendall County

Oswego

Naperville Food Truck Festival

Calling all foodies! Get your appetites ready for a culinary adventure as the 2026 Naperville Food Truck Festival returns to...

The Morton Arboretum

Morton Arboretum Photographic Society Hosts Nature Photography Exhibit Mother's Day Weekend
May 8-10, 2026
·Over 150 fine art photographs of the natural world
·Exhibited in the beautiful Cudahy Room at The Morton Arboretum
·Everyone is welcome.
·Admission is free to the exhibit with Arboretum entry.
Reception 
Friday, May 8, 5-8 pm
Cash bar and raffles
Exhibit
Saturday May 9, 10 am-4 pm
Sunday May 10, 10 am-4 pm

Local Event: Morton Arboretum Photographic Society Spring Exhibit

Morton Arboretum Photographic Society Spring...

Morton Arboretum Photographic Society Hosts Nature Photography Exhibit Mother's Day Weekend
May 8-10, 2026
·Over 150 fine art...

Morton Arboretum Photographic Society Spring Exhibit

Saint Francis of Assisi Catholic Church

Celebrate Pentecost Sunday at the Mass of All Nations beginning at 12 Noon and celebrated by Auxiliary Bishop Dennis E. Spies, Rev. Dindo Billote, and Rev. Patrick Murphy. 
Fellowship and a celebration of food, music, and entertainment, from many different cultures, to follow. All are welcome.&nbsp;

Local Event: 2026 Pentecost Mass of All the Nations

2026 Pentecost Mass of All the Nations

Celebrate Pentecost Sunday at the Mass of All Nations beginning at 12 Noon and celebrated by Auxiliary Bishop Dennis E. Spies,...

The Promenade Bolingbrook

Join us for an exciting two days at the Taste of Bolingbrook on May 30th and 31st, where local flavors, live entertainment, and community come together! 
Please click on the link below to fill out the application form and vendor agreement packet:
https://forms.gle/zyBrLReEf6Fi88RU8
Turn your Taste of Bolingbrook experience into a full weekend getaway! Book a Stay &amp; Play Package at a participating hotel below and enjoy $50 in Chamber Bucks to spend at the event!
Holiday Inn &amp; Suites Bolingbrook: <a href="https://www.ihg.com/redirect?path=rates&amp;brandCode=HI&amp;localeCode=en&amp;regionCode=1&amp;hotelCode=CHIBB&amp;checkInDate=29&amp;checkInMonthYear=042026&amp;checkOutDate=31&amp;checkOutMonthYear=042026&amp;_PMID=99801505&amp;GPC=TOB&amp;cn=no&amp;adjustMonth=false&amp;showApp=true&amp;monthIndex=00" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.ihg.com/redirect?path=rates&amp;brandCode=HI&amp;localeCode=en®ionCode=1&amp;hotelCode=CHIBB&amp;checkInDate=29&amp;checkInMonthYear=042026&amp;checkOutDate=31&amp;checkOutMonthYear=042026&amp;_PMID=99801505&amp;GPC=TOB&amp;cn=no&amp;adjustMonth=false&amp;showApp=true&amp;monthIndex=00</a>
Country Inn &amp; Suites Bolingbrook/Romeoville: <a href="https://www.choicehotels.com/reservations/groups/XT73S3" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.choicehotels.com/reservations/groups/XT73S3</a>
Residence Inn Chicago Bolingbrook: <a href="https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1774544033609&amp;key=CORP&amp;app=resvlink" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Book your discounted rate for the Taste of Bolingbrook</a>
<h6>Band Lineup:</h6>
Saturday:
Noon-1:30 – Leroy Winn&nbsp;<a href="https://url.emailprotection.link/?bUSqQ6AYlnoXDgrEwd6_lhBEsJkK-DHHe3_MkjzPH9QwRWfYQXVGLA0tCO17GhoZ0pNrm9eYLiOsphLR62pyNXw~~" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">http://leroywinn.com/#about</a>
2-4pm – Brad Jackson &amp; Shades Of Country&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://url.emailprotection.link/?btwMlZI3XORLpUVihFPhrFTaRNFTzK0lDruqoF6E9j3Lmhcs5mtuwUKeAtU055iZ20oXy2T6bzqLAh7DkehsA3jcpry9tp4dUEJ23oAh56RCS-ssEVZdCecgFcqfOpYQRC2YY_VblDbai9ntmnl5VMaadbI88TCkt8gmB62_Zmus~" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.facebook.com/p/Brad-Jackson-Shades-of-Country-100058185223780/</a>
4:30-6:30pm – Eddie V &amp; The Culprits&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://url.emailprotection.link/?bjzbF8m0WIQBOnTRO2OFg93jwz7oyl0YY9yXm4KSGz0p7hFGf3czi8G-vchHFRm2LU0cGDfPWR6SXzzmDOPL3Qg~~" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://eddievband.com/</a>
7-9pm – Anthem &nbsp;<a href="https://url.emailprotection.link/?bzqbGxci016Tv5jTkRJz9U_rLBSMJF7VNs_DJOF_58yW5kP-h6vvd5NbU3TIxYnfn4P_xwz12rlIE85xdv6HzMg~~" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://anthembandchicago.com</a>
Sunday:
Noon-2pm – Hoodwink’d&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://url.emailprotection.link/?bFTYTyutpv-aP3jpO3s8EbVd2h5pZMGFE2fafRnMKcO7Vr5DPfwilmm89K5MAWxVTrB5eNwgddWsWejbcmwHilg~~" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.hoodwinkband.com/</a>
3-4:30pm – Simply Billy&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://url.emailprotection.link/?bVRyi2DAhJVtCceX254kBQ_XP5iyfzlj0zqz_7QyWRCbDqTaA-FAH8GZ9Om4OgQhbq6Rrc5on5IoXCxqrimy4og~~" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.simplyelton.com/simply-billy</a>
5-7pm – Simply Elton&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://url.emailprotection.link/?bVRyi2DAhJVtCceX254kBQ9zflWUiV0OFVXzpSDpE-exDTY-8jRJdr3v0GqI6lC0WXmW-K8BTDtOK-ziAoVRvVQ~~" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.simplyelton.com/</a>

Local Event: Taste of Bolingbrook

Taste of Bolingbrook

Join us for an exciting two days at the Taste of Bolingbrook on May 30th and 31st, where local flavors, live entertainment, and...

* Professional Tree Removals 
* Professional Tree Trimming 
* Stump Removal
* Old Bushes Removals
* Fully Insured 
* Competetive Prices Call or Text Nick 630 201 8389.

Tree Experts 

Neighborhood Movie Series Planned This Summer...

All movies will be held on Thursday evenings, with a movie start time of 7:30 p.m., according to the park district.

Neighborhood Movie Series Planned This Summer In Bolingbrook

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Steve Buresh Shutters Cheesecake, Cookie Stores...

"﻿It's the economy. It's the last straw," the baker shared in a 14-minute video announcing the end of his longtime, well-loved bakeshop.

Steve Buresh Shutters Cheesecake, Cookie Stores: 'It Has To Be Over'

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Taste Of Bolingbrook Returns May 30-31

The fest featuring local food and live entertainment will be held at The Promenade Bolingbrook.

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