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Over the last three years, Benedictine University has emerged as a leader in creating programs that seek to prevent sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. Now, it has received a continuation grant from the U.S. Department of Justice that will allow it to expand its offerings even more, fostering an environment that not only promotes safety, but also respect and advocacy for members of its University community. Benedictine initially received an...
Silver Cross Hospital President and Chief Executive Officer Ruth Colby has been named to Crain's Chicago Business' Notable Women in Healthcare for leading the New Lenox-based hospital to unprecedented growth since taking over the reins as hospital president in October 2017. Under Colby's leadership, Silver Cross launched an open heart surgery program in May of this year that's already exceeding volume projections. The hospital also joined forces with US HealthVest to open the...
CHICAGO-Congressman Dan Lipinski (IL-3) brought together local governments and advocacy groups for a roundtable Thursday at the Lipinski Community Center in Justice to discuss options on how to close the five-mile gap in the I&M Canal Trail that exists between Willow Springs Road in the Village of Willow Springs and the Chicago Portage National Historic Site in the Village of Lyons. The roundtable was scheduled to develop feasible alternatives to complete the gap in the...
Turtle hit by car in Morris lives on through hatchlings One of 32 baby Blanding's turtles now being housed and cared for by the Forest Preserve District of Will County as part of a turtle recovery program had a rough start in life when its mother was hit by a car in Morris. While the mother turtle did not survive, three of her eggs did and one hatchling, named M3, is being cared for by the Forest Preserve as part of a regional Blanding's turtle recovery program. For more...
Illinois lawmakers will return to the Statehouse on Tuesday, with all eyes waiting to see what, if any, action will be taken on ethics reform in the General Assembly. But a host of other issues are on the table as well, including action that would enable the city of Chicago to attract casino developers, follow-up on the landmark adult-use marijuana legalization bill passed during the regular session, regulations on vaping and flavored tobacco products and labor relations...
On June 17, 2019, the District 99 Board of Education unanimously approved the boys and girls lacrosse co-op as a funded sport beginning in the 2019-20 school year. "We're excited to officially welcome lacrosse as a funded sport in our district," North High Athletic Director Denise Kavanaugh said. "We couldn't ask for a better coaching staff to kick off the inaugural season." Learn more about the girls lacrosse coaching staff below: Jon Gargiulo: Program Advisor/ Coach, Mentor...
On his final meeting as a member of the Valley View School District, James 'JT' Boudouris said the service of the Boudouris family had come to an end after his parents had spent more that 70 combined years working in the district. After a recount of votes, that service has returned. The Will County Clerk's Office on Tuesday amended the results in the school board race for the Valley View School District in the April 2, 2019 Consolidated Election by order of the 12th Judicial...
Jeff Grant, Downers Grove North High science teacher, is one of three finalists in Illinois honored with the Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST). Grant has been teaching at North High for 17 years and teaches AP Biology and Anatomy to junior and senior students. Grant was recognized as a finalist on November 7 at the Illinois PAEMST finalist award dinner at Fermilab. "I'm so glad that Jeff received this award," commented Janice...
The American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS), the leading organization that oversees the standards for physician board certification in the United States has announced the naming of its Chief Operating Officer (COO), Ms. Laura Skarnulis to the Crain's Chicago Business 2019 Notable Women in Health Care. In only its second year, the Notable Women in Health Care features some of the most influential health care leaders in the city of Chicago and recognizes their efforts to...
Imagine you are a direct descendent of the devil himself. For Jeff Mudgett, there is no need to imagine. For the first 40 years of his life Mudgett, a California lawyer and former Commander in the U.S. Naval Reserve, knew he wasn't like everyone else. "I didn't know who I was, I didn't know why I had strange feelings," Mudgett said Oct. 19 at the White Oak Library Author Fest, where he was the featured author. "I knew the emotions most people carried in their life and the...
On the eve of the 12-year anniversary of the day Stacy Peterson disappeared, her sister, Cassandra Cales, was at the Bolingbrook Community Center to help others search for missing loved ones. Peterson, the then 23-year-old Bolingbrook mother of two, went missing On Oct. 27, 2007. Cales, who has never given up her search, donned a purple T-Shirt with a photo of Stacy as she was on hand to meet with families going through their own searches. The gathering was part of the...
Noelle Klima, who plays the flute, recently won a concerto competition to perform as a featured soloist with the community orchestra, which is sponsored by the University of St. Francis. Noelle was also named to the elite ILMEA Junior Music Festival for the third year in a row. She has been a member of the Chicago Youth Symphony Orchestra for the past two years. "It's really exhilarating because I really love the flute," she said, "but I never thought that I would get the...
Legislation providing heightened protections for those with pre-existing conditions has failed to garner the 3/5 majority needed to override the Governor's veto. State Senator Sue Rezin (R-Morris) called for the motion Wednesday, Oct. 30, during the fall Veto Session. Senate Bill 2026 would require the State of Illinois to receive approval from the General Assembly prior to applying for any federal waivers that would reduce or eliminate any protections under the Affordable...
Police say a customer tried robbing a restaurant at gunpoint Oct. 24 in Joliet. At 8:30 a.m., J.J. Amador, 27, allegedly entered Steak and Shake, 2675 N. Plainfield Road, and ordered food. "While waiting for the food, the suspect asked to use the business's phone," Joliet police said. "Shortly after the suspect used the phone, he pulled out a handgun and demanded money." But employees were unable to open the register and the robber left the restaurant and fled west. According...
For those who do not require a lot of sleep or are fine with having nightmares, kudos. Some of those people were in attendance at the Museums at Lisle Station Park where paranormal investigators discussed past findings, evidence and what their job entails. Kim Pearce, Truman Pearce, Nancy Booker, Audra Weizeorick and Michelle Damadeo all were present giving the crowd a frightening entrance into the world of paranormal investigations. “At the museum we’re trying to get more eng...
Updated- Dee Road Closure October 16 - October 31 Dee Road will be closed in both directions at the tracks from Wednesday, October 16 at 9:00 a.m. through Thursday, October 31 at 12:00 p.m. The northbound detour will begin at Touhy, and the southbound detour will begin at Busse Hwy. This work is being completed by Union Pacific for their train platform renewal. Additional detour signage will be posted before October 16 to direct traffic around the closure. Please contact Public Works at 847-318-5228 with any questions. City...
Since October is National Bullying Prevention Month, Niles Township High School District 219 is taking the occasion to remind students and families that the district strictly prohibits bullying, intimidation and harassment, all of which "diminish a student's ability to learn and a school's ability to educate," according to D219 Policy 7:180. "Preventing students from engaging in these disrupting behaviors and providing all students equal access to a safe, non-hostile learning...
The Plainfield Park District horses didn't want to be left out on Halloween this year. A group of horses at Normantown Equestrian Center brought on many happy and smiling faces, while they waited to take kids on a ride for their life. "I like to offer events that are more friendly beginner entry level," said Recreation Manager Amanda Bergman. "It helps get people introduced into riding and the programs that we have here." Rides that lasted 10 minutes where a child had the...
Plainfield’s Bridge Builders Toastmasters Club is about to celebrate their 25th anniversary since chartering. Toastmasters International is a non-profit educational organization designed to help members improve their public speaking, sales presentations and leadership skills. The worldwide organization, which started in 1924, includes over 358,000 members in 143 countries. To mark their charter anniversary, the Plainfield group will host a celebration with refreshments at 4:30 p.m. Nov. 5 at the McDermott office, 14105 S. R...
For the eighth consecutive year, the annual Westmont Pet Parade was held at Ty Warner Park. This popular event that usually hosts more than a thousand spectators didn't see as many Sunday morning, but Executive Director Larry Forssberg said that doesn't mean it wasn't a success. "We usually hold this event in May," Forssberg said. "It's a very family focused event that helps families get educated about pet care, and even though it was rescheduled a couple times people seem to...
PLEASE BE ADVISED, the Village of Bolingbrook hours for Trick or Treat will remain as 4pm-7pm on October 31. The Village has reviewed several options, including moving it to Saturday, and determined that the weather forecast is not significantly different for any of those days....
The Forest Preserve District of Will County offers a wide variety of programs year-round. Here are some of the upcoming offerings: CHANNAHON – "Little Explorers," 10-11:30 a.m. Wednesdays, Nov. 13 and Dec. 11, at Four Rivers Environmental Education Center. Monthly themes are: November, beavers; December, how animals get ready for winter. Activities may include a story, games, dancing, art, a hike, other outdoor activities and more. The free program is for ages 3-5, but y...
The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) released its 2019 Illinois Report Card on Wednesday, Oct. 30 at www.illinoisreportcard.com. This annual report card highlights how well schools across Illinois have progressed on their educational goals. All Downers Grove Grade School District 58 schools earned high marks on the report card. Seven of District 58's 13 schools earned an "Exemplary" rating, ISBE's top designation. An "Exemplary" rating is awarded only to schools that p...
Do you have a desire to teach? Looking to meet potential educational employers? Oakton Community College has the answers as it is hosting an Early Childhood and K-12 Education Career and Transfer Fair 9 a.m. to noon Wednesday, Nov. 13, at the college's Des Plaines campus, 1600 E. Golf Road, in Rooms 1606-1610 and on Student Street. The event is free and open to the public. More than 40 early childhood education employers including child care programs, park districts, therapy...
A bill allowing college athletes in Illinois to be paid for the use of their image, name and likeness passed the state House Wednesday with broad bipartisan support after lengthy debate. Rep. Emanuel "Chris" Welch, D-Hillside, pushed ahead with House Bill 3904 despite a Tuesday announcement from the NCAA – the association which oversees most intercollegiate athletics – which said it would "start the process" of changing its rules to allow athletes to profit from their nam...