Monthly Archives: October 2016
University of Chicago Medicine Announces Inaugural Community Advisory Council
The University of Chicago Medicine (UCM) announced the creation of its inaugural community advisory council (CAC). The CAC will seek community input on health issues of importance to its primary… Read more
Cook County Commissioner Jeff Tobolski Amends Veteran’s Preference and Outreach Ordinance
Building on the efforts of a resolution passed last year, 16th District Cook County Commissioner Jeffrey R. Tobolski introduced an ordinance to amend various sections of the Cook County Procurement… Read more
Coca-Cola Foundation Awards Grant to Mujeres de HACE
Latina professionals will have greater access to the Hispanic Alliance for Career Enhancement’s (HACE) women’s leadership program, thanks to the $100,000 grant received from the Coca-Cola Foundation. The Mujeres de… Read more
Top Financial Myths Among Hispanics
MYTH #1: Hard work will pay off eventually. As long as I continue to earn a solid income, I’m doing well for myself and my family financially. FACT: Just like… Read more
Casa Central Strengthens Strategic Direction Under New Leadership
Casa Central is preparing to transition to new leadership. The Board of Directors of Casa Central announced the appointment of Martin R. Castro, Esq. as the Interim President and CEO,… Read more
Peace Theater Company Presents ‘Funny Shorts’ on October 21 and 22
The Queen of Peace Theater Company presents Funny Shorts, a collection of short comedies about anything and everything on October 21 and 22 at 7pm. This patchwork performance uses a… Read more
City Colleges to Hold Open House for Prospective Students
City Colleges of Chicago will hold an Open House for prospective students on Thursday, Oct. 27th from 1p.m., to 7p.m. The free event will include: Information on academic programs, including… Read more
A Monster Mouthful of Sugar Awaits Trick-or-Treaters
The ghosts and goblins are out in force, and they’re coming for children’s teeth armed with sugary treats. Perhaps the spookiest thing about the Halloween holiday is the potential harm… Read more
Lunchables Recall Undeclared Allergens
Kraft Heinz Company has recalled 959 pounds of Lunchables Ham and American Cracker Stackers after food inspectors confirmed the products were mislabeled and contain wheat and soy. Those ingredients, which… Read more
Flu Shots Available at MacNeal Immediate Care
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) getting an annual flu vaccine is the first and best way to protect yourself and your family from the flu…. Read more
