Author Archives: Editor
Patty Garcia Launches Run for Congress in Illinois’ 4th District
By: Ashmar Mandou Former Chief of Staff to Congressman Jesus ‘Chuy’ Garcia, Patty Garcia, progressive democrat, launched her campaign for Congress in Illinois’ 4th Congressional District at La Chiquita on… Read more
Obama Foundation Invites Changemakers to Apply for its Widely Acclaimed Obama Leaders Program
Applications are now open for The Obama Foundation’s widely acclaimed values-driven leadership development program that connects emerging leaders aged 24-45 across regions in Africa, Asia-Pacific, Europe, and the United States…. Read more
Latina Exchange Brings Together 200 Latina Professionals
As Chicago families face growing food insecurity challenge, The Latina Exchange will host its largest gathering to date on November 20, 2025 at 6p.m., at the Union League Club of… Read more
Lisa Hernandez Passes Cost-Saving Utilities, Protects Taxpayer Dollars
Working to provide more relief to Illinoisans facing rising energy costs, state Rep. Elizabeth ‘Lisa’ Hernandez, D-Cicero, passed reforms last Wednesday that sought to bring down home energy bills. Many… Read more
Cook County Taxpayers to Receive Property Tax Bills, but Effects of Late Issuance Could Be Felt Long Term
After months of delays and uncertainty, Cook County taxpayers can expect to receive their property tax bills this week. While residents are receiving long-awaited clarity, county employees are still facing… Read more
Roosevelt University Receives Federal Grants to Expand Support for First-Generation, Low-Income Students
Roosevelt University has been awarded a $1.36 million, five-year Student Support Services (SSS) grant from the U.S. Department of Education to enhance academic, personal, and financial support for first-generation, low-income,… Read more
City Colleges of Chicago Fall Enrollment Grows for Fourth Straight Year
For the fourth straight year, City Colleges of Chicago has made gains in fall headcount enrollment, exceeding pre-pandemic enrollment. Fall enrollment of 44,296 students in credit and adult education programs combined… Read more
Chicago Public Library Hosts New York Times Bestselling Author, Xochitl Gonzalez, as Park of One Book, One Chicago Finale
Join the Chicago Public Library for a season finale event featuring Xochitl Gonzalez, author of Olga Dies Dreaming. Gonzalez will be in conversation with Donna Seaman of Booklist to discuss her career and… Read more
IDPH Issues Reminder About Potential Hazards of Consuming Raw Milk
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is issuing a general reminder to the public about the potential dangers of consuming raw milk after at least eleven people were recently… Read more
After School Matters Begins Renovations in Cabrini Community
By: Ashmar Mandou Last Saturday, the City of Chicago held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the much anticipated After School Matter’s newly completed Orleans Teen Center in the Cabrini-Green community. “For… Read more
