Monthly Archives: April 2015
City of Chicago Sets Free Workshops for ‘Money Smart Week’
The City of Chicago is celebrating “Money Smart Week” from April 18 to 25 with two free workshops at City Hall. On April 22, its Small Business Center is presenting… Read more
City of Chicago Being Reassessed this Year
Courtesy of Cook County Assessor Joseph Berrios Buying a home may be one of the biggest investments and most important financial decisions you ever make. Along with the advantages of… Read more
Tammy Duckworth Announces Senate Candidacy in Illinois
This week, Congresswoman Tammy Duckworth (IL-08) officially announced her candidacy for the U.S. Senate. In a video message to supporters, Duckworth talks about her upbringing, service in the military, commitment… Read more
Morton Unveils Its Strategy to Tear Down Barriers for Students
Morton High School District 201 President Jeffry Pesek presented a detailed overview of how his school is able to create new opportunities for students, especially in achieving Advance Placement at… Read more
Delgado Fighting for Pre-K Education Facility
State Senator William Delgado (D-Chicago) coordinated with executives and parents from the Children’s Place Association to provide other members of the General Assembly with a tour of their facility in… Read more
Chicago Principals and Administrators Association endorse Jesus “Chuy” Garcia for Mayor
The Chicago Principals and Administrators Association (CPAA) endorsed Jesus “Chuy” Garcia for mayor of Chicago citing his extensive track record of standing up for public education. In front of John… Read more
Girls Get Tech Savvy at Triton College
More than 160 girls received the STEM experience of a lifetime on March 21st at Tech Savvy hosted by Triton College. Tech Savvy, a program of the American Association of… Read more
Loretto Hospital Expands Eye Care Services
In early 2015, the Illinois Eye Institute (IEI), under the leadership of Dr. Dominick L. Opitz, associate professor of optometry, conducted a weekly eye clinic at Loretto Hospital to provide… Read more
National Foundation for Governors’ Fitness Councils Brings Youth Fitness Campaign to Illinois
Fitness icon, Jake Steinfeld, Chairman of the National Foundation for Governors’ Fitness Councils has declared war on childhood obesity. To help combat this disease, he’s bringing the Foundation’s multi-million dollar… Read more
Alcohol Awareness Month: Study Reveals Sobering Illinois Stat on Binge Drinking
As we mark Alcohol Awareness Month in April, there is some sobering news for Illinoisans. According to United Health Foundation’s 2014 America’s Health Rankings®, we rank among the highest of… Read more