Monthly Archives: April 2018
Total Darkness
For years, scientists have linked depression to mental, emotional, and psychological factors. They attributed depression to problems with family and friends, too much stress, certain medications and alcohol. However, a new study… Read more
Tips to Beat Stress Year-Round
Stress affects everyone, damaging our health and relationships. Here are Dr. Nelson’s tips for reducing stress in your life: Plan ahead and be flexible about your expectations. Think about your… Read more
Are you eating Plastic?
You wouldn’t dream of ordering a side of plastic with your meal, but you’re already eating 100 pieces of plastic each day without even realizing it, according to an alarming… Read more
Alderman Cardenas Expands Health and Wellness for Entire Ward
Alderman Cardenas, Chair of the Committee on Health and Environmental Protection, is expanding health care coverage support for 12th ward residents. Every Thursday from 9 am until Noon, the Midwest Asian… Read more
Tips and Habits for Banishing Anxiety for Life
School or work can sometimes be stressful, and with looming deadlines, you can easily feel overwhelmed. If you’re having a hard time getting through each day because of your anxiety,… Read more
Partnership to Meet Growing Need of Computer Programmers
Mayor Rahm Emanuel and the Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership announced Chicago Codes, a new program designed to meet the growing need for computer programmers and strengthen the city’s growing tech… Read more
SHPE Promotes STEM in the Army
The 2018 Regional Leadership and Development Conference (RLDC) welcomed more than 300 attendees over the period of two days. Attendees included members of the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE)… Read more
Morton West High School New Freshman Academy Groundbreaking
Members of the Board of Education, elected officials, community members and administrators gathered on April 4th for the groundbreaking ceremony of the new Morton West High School Freshman Academy addition…. Read more
State Bill Addressing Filthy, Overcrowded Schools Step Closer to Passage
By: Ashmar Mandou A legislative committee has passed a bill that would give CTU members the right to bargain over non-salary conditions, from crowded classes to filthy schools. CTU Vice… Read more
Ways New College Grads, Employers Can Achieve the Right Fit
As college seniors put the finishing touches on their academic careers, they’re looking forward to finally entering the workforce with those hard-earned degrees in hand. But for many of them,… Read more
