There’s a new place where you can have your cake and eat it too. CrumbCrusher bakery opened in January at 805 South Blvd. in Oak Park. The shop is bright, colorful and welcoming.

A walking tour led by Dru Burks highlights Oak Park’s Black history, cultural landmarks and ongoing revitalization efforts.

While creaming butter, separating eggs and adding sugar, some local home bakers discovered a surprise: some people wanted to buy their delicious creations. And so the creative adventure began for ...