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Yearly Archives: 2015

New Bachelor Degrees at St. Augustine College: Psychology and Hospitality Management

New Bachelor Degrees at St. Augustine College: Psychology and Hospitality Management

Following its mission to expand educational opportunities for our community, St. Augustine College announced that it will start offering two new Bachelor of Arts Degrees starting on January 25, 2016:… Read more »

Building a Healthier Tomorrow for Illinois, Today

Building a Healthier Tomorrow for Illinois, Today

By: Charles D. Ettelson, M.D. Market Medical Director, UnitedHealthcare of Illinois In an annual checkup of our nation’s health, Illinois ranked 28 among all 50 states in 2015. Those findings… Read more »

Teens Aspiring to Music Industry Receive Real World Experience

Teens Aspiring to Music Industry Receive Real World Experience

A dream for many, working with the best in the music business became a reality for 39 local high school students on Saturday, December 5, at Best Buy GRAMMY Camp®… Read more »

Four Tips to Share Joy this Holiday Season with your Best Smile

Four Tips to Share Joy this Holiday Season with your Best Smile

The holiday season is here and, like every year, is filled with joyful moments surrounded by family, friends and loved ones. It’s a time for celebration — a time when… Read more »

Doctors Warn Against Over-the-Counter Insulin for Diabetes Treatment

Doctors Warn Against Over-the-Counter Insulin for Diabetes Treatment

For most folks with diabetes, regular check-ups at the doctor’s office to help fine-tune insulin dosage, monitor blood sugar levels and catch potential complications are a must to stay on… Read more »

Be Creative and Ingenuity Award More Than $1.5 Million to Chicago Public Schools

Be Creative and Ingenuity Award More Than $1.5 Million to Chicago Public Schools

Be Creative: A Campaign for Chicago Arts Education and Ingenuity announced that through its Creative Schools Fund grant program, more than $1.5 million in campaign funding will be distributed among… Read more »

Pregnancy Rate and Abortions Hit Record Lows in the United States

Pregnancy Rate and Abortions Hit Record Lows in the United States

Good news for sex educators across the country: The U.S. pregnancy and abortion rates have dipped, especially among teen girls. New research from the National Center for Health and Statistics… Read more »

Ways to Talk About Money with Your Family

Ways to Talk About Money with Your Family

When we think about money, let’s be honest – we’re not talking about just money, but also a host of related consequences and deeply felt emotions, says retirement specialist Lee… Read more »

Financial Resolutions for your Family in 2016

Financial Resolutions for your Family in 2016

A new year is arriving and with it, come new challenges and new opportunities. Ring in another memorable year for you and your family with plans in place to keep… Read more »

CACC Searches for New Executive Director

CACC Searches for New Executive Director

Mayor Emanuel announced that an expansive search is underway to hire a new Executive Director for the Commission on Animal Care and Control (CACC). The City has been working with… Read more »