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 to respond to reports of severe physical abuse, sexual abuse, commercial exploitation, neglect, and exposure to violence of children, in Will County, Illinois. 

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)...

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Mindsee.it

Featured in the Telepathy Tapes podcast.  Mindsee.It is a quick and mind-blowing tutoring program for children that teaches them to see through a blindfold - really!    

New York County

Miranda Levingston

New York City Metropolitan Area

Upper East Side

New York

Featured in the Telepathy Tapes podcast. Mindsee.It is a quick and mind-blowing tutoring program for children that teaches them to see through a...

Chicken-N-Spice

Chicken-N-Spice is known for our fabulous Chicken Chunks, they are 3 oz pieces of always fresh never frozen chicken Breast that is marinated in our proprietary seasoning for 24 hours before being hand breaded. We also make our very popular Spicy Rice, coleslaw and chicken salad in house. Our weekly features include Bone in Chicken Wednesday's and here at Chicken-N-Spice Thursday is always "Gumbo Day". We are also known for catering our Chicken Chunks and our homemade sides for your parties and events.

John Ferak

Chicago Metropolitan Area

Shorewood

Chicken-N-Spice is known for our fabulous Chicken Chunks, they are 3 oz pieces of always fresh never frozen chicken Breast that is marinated in our...

ServiceMaster of Joliet

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Joliet

Commercial and residential disaster restoration; cleanup, tear down, reconstruction Commercial janitorial Residential and commercial floor cleaning...

Compassionate Funeral Service and Cremation Provider

Carlson-Holmquist-Sayles Funeral Home & Crematory

Our staff is here to help you through a difficult time and to help ease the burden of a stressful situation. We are knowledgeable in every aspect of funeral services, including the different types of burial, cremation, memorial services and life celebrations. Our philosophy is to honor you and your family with compassion and respect, and provide comfort and care during a difficult time.

Our staff is here to help you through a difficult time and to help ease the burden of a stressful situation. We are knowledgeable in every aspect...

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Surfshark B.V. (Surfshark ®)

Surfshark is a global cybersecurity company providing privacy protection tools to help individuals stay safe, secure, and anonymous online. Trusted by millions of users worldwide, Surfshark offers a comprehensive suite of products including: • Surfshark VPN – encrypt your internet connection and bypass geo-restrictions • Surfshark Antivirus – protect your devices from viruses, malware, and online threats in real time • Surfshark CleanWeb – an advanced ad blocker that shields you from trackers, malware, and phishing attempts • Surfshark Alert – a data breach monitoring tool that notifies you if your personal information is compromised • Surfshark Alternative ID – generate a fully functioning email address and online identity to protect your real personal data • Surfshark Alternative Number – use a second phone number to keep your real one private when signing up for services or communicating online Surfshark's mission is to make digital security accessible to everyone. With a strict no-logs policy, advanced encryption, and user-friendly apps, we help people reclaim their digital freedom across all devices. Whether you're working remotely, shopping online, or simply browsing, Surfshark ensures your personal data stays safe from prying eyes. Join the movement for a safer internet today.

Los Angeles

Los Angeles County

Paige Austin

Los Angeles Metropolitan Area

California

Surfshark is a global cybersecurity company providing privacy protection tools to help individuals stay safe, secure, and anonymous online. Trusted...

Steve Staniszewski - Midland States Bank Mortgage Loan Officer

Local lender with 29 years experience. Offering all types of mortgage loans including FHA/VA, lot loans and construction loans.

Steve Staniszewski - Midland States Bank...

Best Senior Care Community in Will County - Four-Time Winner

Timbers of Shorewood

For the fourth consecutive year, the Timbers of Shorewood has been voted "Best Senior Care Community in Will County" by readers of the Herald-News. In addition, The community has been recognized with the “Best Independent Living Award” in U.S. News &amp; World Report’s 2025 Best Senior Living ratings. The Timbers of Shorewood is an award-winning rental retirement community which provides senior independent living and assisted living apartments and a full schedule of activities and services. Residents whose needs may change are able to stay in the same place and receive appropriate and compassionate care. Senior Living Designed for seniors who want to live independently in an active community with freedom, choices and security. Leave the burdens of household maintenance behind and enjoy a fulfilling life. Assisted Living Assisted Living is for seniors whose needs have changed. Residents enjoy living in a safe and secure community with supportive care specifically designed to meet their personal needs. Short-Term Stay A Short-Term Stay or Respite is a great way to sample life in our community. Stay in a fully furnished apartment and enjoy retirement living anywhere from a weekend to a month, or longer. Senior Living Awards - 2025 Best Senior Care Facility in Will County – Herald-News’ Readers’ Choice - 2025 Best Independent Living Award – U.S. News &amp; World Report - 2025 Best of Senior Living – National Senior Living Placement Service - 2024 Best Senior Care Facility in Will County – Herald-News’ Readers’ Choice - 2024 Best of Senior Living – National Senior Living Placement Service (All Star) - 2023 Best Senior Care Facility in Will County – Herald-News’ Readers’ Choice Awards - 2023 Most Friendly in Senior Living – National Senior Living Placement Service - 2023 Best of Senior Living – National Senior Living Placement Service

For the fourth consecutive year, the Timbers of Shorewood has been voted "Best Senior Care Community in Will County" by readers of the Herald-News....

There is seriously no better root beer than here, on Route 30. What do you all think?

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Andrea Earnest

Homer Glen-Lockport

Lauren Traut

New Lenox

Channahon-Minooka

Emily Rosca

Plainfield

Romeoville

Manhattan

Bolingbrook

Mokena

Cook County

Lemont

Harmonious Jones Rocking in the Bar!  NO COVER-PUBLIC WELCOME-21+Frank Anastos - lead guitar & vocals, Betsy Condon & Terri...

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Ring in 2026 at Twisted Pin! 
Grab one of our EPIC New Year’s Eve party time slots and enjoy unlimited bowling, party favors,...

New Years Eve @ Twisted Pin

Illinois Restaurants That Closed Permanently In...

Several Illinois eateries shut their doors in 2025 in Joliet, Romeoville, Elmhurst and elsewhere. We remember them in this roundup.

Illinois Restaurants That Closed Permanently In 2025

Restaurants & Bars

'Don't Hurt Me:' Joliet Strangling Victim...

Judge Derek Ewanic ruled against the Will County State's Attorney's Office, releasing 51-year-old Ramon Del Angel in time for the holidays.

'Don't Hurt Me:' Joliet Strangling Victim Pleads; Defendant Regains Freedom From Will County Judge 

Crime & Safety

Across Illinois

These Guinness World Records Were Broken In IL...

Kids accomplished adult goals, one man achieved sizable collections for odd objects and other interesting records were broken in Illinois.

These Guinness World Records Were Broken In IL In 2025

Union Ironworker Dies At Joliet, Plainfield...

"I am so saddened to hear my fellow brother Ironworker and friend Tom Kircher lost his life on the jobsite," State Rep. Harry Benton noted.

Union Ironworker Dies At Joliet, Plainfield Construction Site Known As The Boulevard Place: Lawsuit Names 4 

Wilmington Man Faces More Criminal Charges From...

Matthew Campus, 33, comes from the 500 block of East County Road. He also spent time in the Will County Jail in September and in 2015. 

Wilmington Man Faces More Criminal Charges From Prosecutors In Will County 

Multiple Bomb Threat For Joliet's Hollywood...

Saturday night's caller stated they would be remotely detonated, Joliet police announced. 

Multiple Bomb Threat For Joliet's Hollywood Casino 

Angry Gunman Confronts Homeowner On Ingalls: Cops 

Joliet police say 47-year-old Brian Stuart came to Joliet to confront a homeowner who is acquainted with a woman Stuart knows.

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