The American Legion Auxiliary is sponsoring a pancake breakfast from 8 a.m. to noon April 18 in Dixon.

In celebration of Women’s History Month, the Lake County Chamber of Commerce recognized four exceptional women leaders for their impact across health care, housing, education, and environmental leadership.

The Sauk Valley Area Chamber of Commerce’s Professional Women’s Network will host a Real Colors workshop presented by Karla Belzer on April 29 at Woodlawn Arts Academy.

State Sen. Meg Loughran said Women’s History Month was the “perfect time to gather” and celebrate the women who “fought for us to have fuller and healthier lives.”

Stepping Stones Recovery Home for Women and Children in Joliet recently celebrated its opening.

The Geneva Chamber of Commerce recently honor its women members as part of International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month.

Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs recognized these leaders in their fields for their accomplishments and service to community.

Speakers at the Plainfield expo will discuss the many stages of women’s health with a focus on menopause and nutrition.

The YWCA Women of Achievement Luncheon will be from noon to 1:30 p.m. Thursday, April 16, at the Elks Club in Dixon.

The Illinois Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children has expanded its food package offerings to give families more flexible dietary options.

Proceeds from the event go to fund small grants to local agencies that support Zonta’s mission to build a better world for women and girls.

The Hegeler Carus Mansion in La Salle is celebrating Women’s History with new tour experiences, events and workshops.

The “Women’s Wellness Closet” will provide one free bundle of menstrual and personal care products every 30 days – while supplies last – to Lockport Township residents of all ages based on need.

We invite Will County organizations to submit a brief biography of their honorees.

Jacque Herrera, GM for Joliet NASCAR track that bring back racing this summer, is among four panelists slated for the March 5 panel discussion and luncheon.

The group will meet on Feb. 10 to nominate, vote, and donate to make a difference for a local charity or group.

Aurora's Dominican Literacy Center needs women volunteer tutors.

The report focuses on the areas of access to food and nutrition, maternal and child health, and behavior health and substance use.

Preventable pregnancy-related deaths rose and stark racial disparities remained in the Illinois Department of Public Health’s most recent maternal mortality report.

Planned Parenthood provided services for nearly 35,000 Illinois Medicaid customers across the state in 2024, the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services said.

Operated primarily by volunteers, the New Lenox Township Food Pantry, 1080 Cedar Road in New Lenox, serves families who are challenged by food insecurity.

The program will be held 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Dec. 27 at Four Rivers Environmental Education Center. Register by Friday.

OSF HealthCare Saint Katharine Medical Center, located at 403 E. First St. in Dixon, is enhancing its commitment to area moms by offering an expanded selection of classes and support groups, now hosted in a newly designed space called The Mom Spot at Town Square Centre clinic.

Generations Woven is a newly launched podcast and community project created by Tasha Garcia, Judy Randall and Nerina Human – three women from different generations with a shared mission to bring women together through honest conversation, reflection, and connection.

Phyllis Clower hid her injury in the Army for six years to serve her country. Now she gives back to the community by volunteering with the organization who helped her get her life back on track.

Nourish the Journey 5K took place Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025, on the Dixon bike path and drew 66 participants ranging from mothers with newborns to those who breastfed decades ago.

The Women, Infants, and Children Program (WIC) could run out of funding if the government shut down continues, but so far has not seen disruptions in Will County.

Owner Sarah Delaney has more than nine years of experience in 3,500 treatments and more than five years of seasoned microblading coaching and consulting.

This October, dozens of women across Lake and McHenry counties are coming together with a shared mission: to build safe, affordable homes for local women-led families.

Byron Woman’s Club has named Susan Zumdahl as its 2025 Byron Woman of the Year.

Military veterans U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth and Illinois State Rep. Stephanie Kifowit addressed Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth comments on “warrior ethos.”

Volunteers of America Illinois on Tuesday celebrated the start of construction on Joliet apartments for women recovering from opioid addictions, a project that Mayor Terry D’Arcy said spurred his decision to run for mayor.

Lt Gov. Julianna Stratton will host a round table discussion on the impact of the Trump administration’s policies on women and women's healthcare at the Will County Health Department in Joliet.

The Lincoln-way Area Business Women’s Organization recently honored 29 young women who were the 2025 scholarship recipients.

The Will County Health Department has announced the creation of a new breastfeeding support group, called the Milk Circle.

Over the past 10 years, women have held fewer than one in 10 construction jobs. Prior to 2021, fewer than 5% of new construction apprentices in Illinois were women, according to data from the U.S. Department of Labor.

Over 250 people gathered with signs and their voices Saturday to participate in a Hands Off Rally at the Kankakee County Courthouse in protest of the policies and actions of the second President Donald Trump administration.

As the Illinois Valley Pistol Shrimp general manager, June Keeley plans unique events for the team, fans, and sponsors.

Peyton Lamps took a chance opening a flower and plant shop as a young businesswoman, and her risk is paying off.

From glass collectibles to a celebration of women's history and art to concerts and theater, fun is in store in DuPage and Cook counties.

March is Women’s History Month and the Forest Preserve District of Will County will be hosting events to celebrate.

The theme of the panel at the event in Joliet is “Take Control of Your Health” and panelists will discuss women’s wellness, perimenopause/menopause, aging and mental health,

Grab your sisters, girlfriends or best gal pals and celebrate Galentine’s Day Feb. 13 with some botanical inspired mocktails at Isle a la Cache in Romeoville.

The Lincoln-Way Area Business Women’s Organization holiday auction raised approximately $38,000 for scholarships to go to local high school students.

100+ Women Who Care of Will County donated over $15,000 to Shady Oaks Camp as its last donation of 2024.

The Zonta Club of the Joliet Area plans march and rally against gender-based violence in downtown Joliet on Friday afternoon.

The Will County Health Department and the National Hookup of Black Women will host their third annual Well-Woman Day on Nov. 13.

The Joliet Area League of Women Voters will present "How to Spot Misinformation and Disinformation" on Wednesday.

A national tour addressing the maternal health crisis in the U.S. made its latest stop in Joliet.

Spooky Night Out on Sept. 14 is hosted by the Lockport Woman’s Club to benefit local charities.