Monthly Archives: March 2015
UNO Family and Community Fair
UNO invites the entire family for a morning of fun, food, and information from experts that will address topics affecting family, school, and community. On Saturday, March 7th at the… Read more
Chicago Takes the Plunge
Thousands braved the icy temperature and freezing water on Sunday for the 15th Annual Chicago Polar Plunge at North Avenue Beach. Lake Forest native Vince Vaughn, “Chicago Fire” cast members,… Read more
Introducing the New Stars of Rainforest Adventure
The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum introduced five new species of live animals for guests to interact with beginning March 5th to highlight the second-half of Rainforest Adventure’s extended run. “It… Read more
Collaboraction Extends Forgotten Future: The Education Project
By: Ashmar Mandou Mired in political contention, the shuttering of Chicago public schools was undeniably an issue that affected families across the city and was the key topic of debate… Read more
Emanuel Announces Expansion, Upgrade of Domestic Violence Pilot Program
Mayor Rahm Emanuel, State’s Attorney Anita Alvarez, Chicago Police Superintendent Garry McCarthy, the Chicago Metropolitan Battered Women’s Network, and Family Rescue announced the city’s domestic violence pilot program — designed… Read more
Cicero Celebrates MMA World Champions
On Friday, March 6th Cicero Town President Larry Dominick invites all to the World Championship Dinner at The Wishing Well, 5828 W. 26th St, Cicero, for an evening of dinner… Read more
Blue Ribbon Campaign on State Street to Prevent Child Abuse
Pro Se Services, a nonprofit, has partnered with the Illinois Department of Children & Family Services (DCFS), Chicago Loop Alliance, John Marshall Law School, local schools and universities, churches, community… Read more
A Wise Decision for Pregnant Women
by Daniel Nardini An employee named Ann (a false name to protect her legal rights and privacy), who worked for UPS, had requested that she be given light work because… Read more
Berwyn Police Dept. Reminds Drive Safely on St. Patrick’s Day
Berwyn Police Chief James Ritz announced they will be conducting special patrols this St. Patrick’s Day holiday to crack down on drunk drivers. Un-buckled motorists also will be ticketed. “Too… Read more
The Venezuelan Visa Limit
by Daniel Nardini In an effort at further shooting his country in the foot, Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has imposed visa limits on all Americans wishing to enter Venezuela. This… Read more »