Author Archives: Editor
We Can Help You Understand Your Property Taxes—In Nearly Any Language
By: Maria Pappas Understanding Cook County’s property tax system can be a challenge even for people born and raised here. Words like “assessments,” “exemptions,” and “multipliers” aren’t part of everyday… Read more
Celebremos los caminos hacia la independencia financiera de personas con discapacidad
Ahorrar dinero siempre es un reto, pero para quienes viven con una discapacidad puede ser aún más complicado, especialmente si reciben beneficios públicos por discapacidad. ¿Te imaginas no poder ahorrar… Read more
Let’s Celebrate Pathways to Financial Freedom for People with Disabilities
Courtesy of Illinois Treasurer Michael Frerichs Saving money is challenging. For people with disabilities, it can be even harder, especially if they rely on public disability benefits. Imagine not being… Read more
Giannoulias Announces Expanded Walk-In Saturday Hours at 13 Metro Chicago DMVs
Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias announced 13 DMV locations will begin offering walk-in Saturday hours through September 6th. With the end of summer approaching, many Illinoisans are rushing to… Read more
BMO Helps Latino Community Achieve Homeownership Dream
By: Ashmar Mandou According to the latest BMO Real Financial Progress Index, nearly 7 in 10 Latinos stated that homeownership is the most important lifetime goal. In 2024, Latino/Hispanic homeownership… Read more
Kids Above All Back-to-School Drive Readies Students in Need for Success
The new school year is right around the corner, and for many students, this is an exciting time, but for young people impacted by trauma, it can be a difficult,… Read more
ISBE Announces Income Eligibility for Free and Reduced-Price Meals
As students prepare to return to classrooms across the state, the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) is announcing the federal income eligibility guidelines for students to receive free and… Read more
Illinois Celebrating 60 Years of Illinois Community College System
Illinois community college leadership and education advocates to celebrate the 60th Anniversary of the Illinois Community College Board (ICCB), which created the Illinois Community College System. Held on the Illinois… Read more
Cicero, Senator Cervantes Help Students Start School Year Strong
Hundreds of Cicero families gathered at the Early Childhood Center this past weekend for a special Back-to-School Fair, hosted by State Senator Javier Loera Cervantes in partnership with the Town… Read more
Evidence-Based Funding Coming to Local Schools with Cervantes Support
State Senator Javier Loera Cervantes announced that several schools in the 1st Senate District will receive investments thanks to the evidence-based funding model, in addition to the base funding that… Read more
