Monthly Archives: May 2019
Natural Compound Found in Broccoli Reawakens the Function of Potent Tumor Suppressor
Your mother was right; broccoli is good for you. Long associated with decreased risk of cancer, broccoli and other cruciferous vegetables — the family of plants that also includes cauliflower,… Read more
Summer Break Motivation
By: Ashmar Mandou It may be challenging to keep your children proactive this summer, but we’ve compiled a list of tips to help parents keep their children motivated this summer… Read more
Related Midwest, University of Illinois School of Architecture Pioneer Innovative Program for Chicago Teens
Related Midwest and the University of Illinois School of Architecture announced their partnership on an innovative program that will offer Chicago teens an opportunity to immerse themselves in the architecture… Read more
Ways to Prevent Summer Learning Loss
By: Ashmar Mandou Summer is upon us once and parents are beginning to plan for their children’s days. Dreams of days filled with zoo visits, beaches, and carnivals are in… Read more
CPS Provides Equitable Charter School Budgets for 2019-20 School Year
Following a year-long process to establish a revised charter school funding approach that provides equitable resources in line with district-run schools, Chicago Public Schools released charter school budgets for the… Read more
Obama Foundation, CPS Announce Winners of the First-Ever Civic Engagement Awards
The Obama Foundation and Chicago Public Schools announced the winners of the first-ever civic action recognition awards, which recognize students, educators, schools, and partners who have made a powerful impact… Read more
Tips for Helping Children Embrace Their Unique Selves
Some small children don’t care what anyone thinks about them. If they want to sing at the top of their lungs, they sing at the top of their lungs. If… Read more
Political Sidebar
Compiled by Ashmar Mandou Political Sidebar is a weekly round-up of commentary from elected officials around the Chicagoland area discussing topical issues affecting their communities. Robinson Passes Measure to Expand… Read more
Aldermen Introduce Ordinance for an All-Elected Civilian Police Accountability Council
On Wednesday, sixteen freshly elected aldermen introduced a new ordinance for a Civilian Police Accountability Council into the City Council. Over 60,000 people have signed postcards addressed to their alderman… Read more
Mayor Lightfoot Launches ‘Our City. Our Safety.’ Initiative
Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot joined city departments and agencies to launch “Our City. Our Safety.,” a citywide initiative to promote more than 100 youth programs, activities and community events happening… Read more
