Quinn Declares Will, Kendall Counties a Disaster Area After Flood

Governor Pat Quinn's designation allows for assistance from IEMA and FEMA.

Due to the flooding experienced on Thursday and Friday from the massive storms that rocked the area, Governor Pat Quinn has declared Will, Kendall and surrounding counties as disaster areas.  "The past two days I’ve seen up close the terrible impact the flooding has had across Illinois," Governor Quinn said on his website. “As communities across our state continue to face the challenges of this flood, we will continue doing all we can to ensure people are safe and getting the help they need to get through this." View: Gallery: Share Your Plainfield Storm Photos and Videos Kendall County, along with Will County, DuPage, Cook are some of the 42 counties that have been declared as disaster areas and can now secure relief through Illinois …

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Porn Watching Judge Gets Suspension

The Illinois Courts Commission called Judge Joseph Polito's use of work hours to view sex sites an "inexcusable waste of judicial time."

Library to Host Warm Clothing Collection for Will County's Needy

Undergarments are especially needed, along with scarves, gloves, hats, socks, and hats.

Warm clothing is needed for those in need. Undergarments and toiletries are especially needed, along with scarves, gloves, hats, socks, and hats for both adults and children. Throughout the month of December, drop off items in the box in the Shorewood-Troy Public Library lobby. All donations will benefit Will County homeless.

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Will County State's Attorney James Glasgow Wins Again

Will County State's Attorney James Glasgow has secured a fifth term in office.

In a year of victories, Will County State's Attorney James Glasgow just notched another one. Glasgow successfully defended his office againset upstart Republican challenger Dave Carlson, taking 136,469 of 239,975 election night votes. He will be sworn in a fifth term as Will County's top prosecutor. Glasgow captured 56.87 percent of the ballot to Carlson's 43.13 percent. Election results will not be official until Nov. 27, when canvassing of votes is completed and after absentee ballots postmarked by midnight, Nov. 5, and provisional and grace period ballots are counted on Nov. 20. Glasgow was jubilant after the last precincts results were counted. "I'm looking forward to putting bad guys away and creating innovative prevention programs," …

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Outer Beauty Tips Lead to Inner Strength for Breast Cancer Patients

Learn about Will County resources for women fighting breast cancer that your doctor doesn't offer.

By the nature of its side effects, cancer treatment can make a private battle a very public affair. For a woman with cancer, having a bald head, pale skin or a missing breast can make her feel like she's being targeted by a bright spotlight and a banner that says, "Cancer patient."  But now more than ever, there are resources for women that will put the spotlight back on their work, their accomplishments and their life—and change that banner to simply read, "Woman." Here are a few local resources that specialize in helping women with cancer: Girl on the Go provides private or in-home wig consultations for women with cancer, with locations in 12 states, including Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New York, New …

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Where to Get a Breast Examination in Will County

The Illinois Cancer Registry estimates 1,890 women statewide will die from breast cancer this year, and about 9,400 women will be diagnosed with the disease. But early detection of breast cancer through routine exams saves thousands of lives every year.

Studies have shown that early detection of breast cancer improves the chances of a cure. That in itself is the most important reason to make an appointment today for a breast exam or mammogram. Here is a list of local places where you can go for mammograms and breast exams in Will County: Going for an exam can be nerve-wracking. To better understand the importance of exams, here's helpful information that explains the process, when you should go and why: Breast self-exams There has been a lot of heated debate in the research and medical communities about the usefulness of breast self-exams in detecting breast cancer in the early stages. One cancer research organization has even said it’s a myth. The American Cancer Society’s guidelines …

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Breast Cancer Support Groups in Will County

In honor of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, here is a list of local breast cancer support groups.

One in eight American women and one in 1,000 American men are battling breast cancer today. It’s estimated that more than 2 million people are diagnosed with breast cancer and fight for their lives each year. Breast cancer is difficult to face alone—for both patients and their loved ones. To help in the battle, there are a number of local resources and support groups. “Support groups are really beneficial,” says Debra Somerrs Copit, MD, Director of Breast Imaging at Albert Einstein Medical Center, and a member of the medical advisory board for Living Beyond Breast Cancer. “When patients are told they’re sick, it can be an out of body experience and they aren’t taking in everything the doctor is saying. It can be helpful to have someone to …

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Holy O'Batman! The Irish Are Talking About Comics

The Will County Irish are hosting a cultural discussion about an Irish-American comic.

Will County's oldest Irish organization is hosting a cultural speaker at the Joliet Historical Museum Sunday. Charles Fanning will discuss Irish comics as social history, specifically George McManus' "Maggie and Jiggs." The comic strip ran for over 40 years, about an Irish-American couple moving up the social ladder. The event is another in a series of topics celebrating Irish heritage, according to Sheila Corrigan, the Irish American Society of County Will's cultural committee chair. Corrigan said the group tries to host a different event each month, rotating cities throughout the county. Fanning is the author of 12 books. He earned his Ph.D. in American civilization from the University of Pennsylvania. He was named the outstanding …

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County Executive Larry Walsh Rushed to Hospital

Will County Executive Larry Walsh suffered a severe nosebleed while in his office but is now doing OK, said a staffer.

Will County Executive Larry Walsh suffered a severe nosebleed Wednesday and was taken from his office to the hospital. "He's fine. We probably overreacted," said Anastasia Tuskey, the county's communications director. Walsh couldn't stanch the flow of blood, said Tuskey, who noted the county executive has high blood pressure, which contributed to his concerns. Fire department paramedics were called down to the county building and they decided Walsh should go to the hospital. He was taken to Provena St. Joseph Medical Center but was expected to be released Wednesday evening, Tuskey said. "We just had trouble getting the nosebleed to stop," she said. "Better safe than sorry."

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