Yearly Archives: 2014
762-Ton Harriet Rees House Relocated North on Prairie Avenue
The Harriet Rees House began its historic relocation last week what is believed to be the heaviest residential structure moved in U.S. history. The three-story, 762-ton Chicago landmark traveled one… Read more
Illinois Inauguration Website Launched
The official website for the 2015 Illinois Inauguration was launched, offering interested individuals an easy to navigate guide to January’s inaugural activities and ceremony. Visitors to IllinoisInauguration.com can access the… Read more
Rep. Gutiérrez Holds First Community Orientation Upon Obama’s Immigration Executive Actions
By: Ashmar Mandou Representative Luis Gutiérez held a community orientation last weekend to educate immigrants who may qualify for relief under the executive actions President Obama announced related to immigration… Read more
The U.S. Supreme Court Has Spoken: DREAMers WILL Drive In Arizona
The Arizona Dream Act Coalition is celebrating the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling Wednesday to put into effect a lower court ruling that will allow Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA)… Read more
Miguel del Valle Endorses Chuy Garcia for Mayor
By: Ashmar Mandou In front of a crowd of supporters, beloved former IL State Senator and Chicago Clerk Miguel del Valle endorsed Jesus “Chuy” Garcia for mayor of Chicago on… Read more
Tobolski Receives Honor by Lyons Township Seniors Without Partners
Lyons Township Assessor Barb Weyrick, who also heads up the Lyons Township Seniors Without Partners group, presented Commissioner Tobolski with a plaque expressing gratitude for his work with local seniors…. Read more
NLEI Celebrates New Graduates
The National Latino Education Institute (NLEI) celebrated the success of 125 students who graduated in areas of business, trades, technology, and more. NLEI’s graduation took place on Thursday, Dec. 4th… Read more
GRAMMY Camp Gives High School Students Intro to Music Industry
For 50 years, teens have been watching the annual GRAMMY Awards® show and dreaming of a career in music. This past Saturday, for the first time ever, 34 female high… Read more
Give Yourself the Gift of Coverage
Buying gifts during the holidays can make this an expensive time of year for many, making it even more important to know where you can find the top deals. One… Read more
Tips to Begin Healing Your Life
Neglect. Abuse. Divorce. Addiction. These are just a few of the life experiences that can leave children emotionally bruised or worse, causing some to develop dysfunctional outlooks and behaviors that… Read more
