Author Archives: Editor
IDPH Declares Measles Outbreak in Northeast Illinois Over with No New Cases Since Mid-April
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) announced that the largest measles outbreak to affect the state of Illinois since 1990 is officially contained as no new cases have been… Read more
Life’s Essential 8
Courtesy of American Health Association Improving and maintaining cardiovascular health, or CVH, can help you enjoy a longer, healthier life. Better CVH also has been associated with decreased risk for… Read more
Triton College Honors Students in the Scholars Program
Triton College Scholars Program students Mia De Leon, Ana Zulkowski, Adrian Lamb, Rafael Rojas and Jordy Pinero were recognized for their academic achievements at the May 21 Triton College Board… Read more
Congresswoman Ramirez Announces IL-03 Winners of the 2024 Congressional Art Competition
This week, Congresswoman Delia Ramirez (IL-03) announced the 2024 Congressional Art Competition winners for Illinois Third Congressional District. The winning artwork is titled “My Gift to AI” by student artist Emma… Read more
Take ‘First Steps’ Towards College Savings
By: Ashmar Mandou According to data collected by U.S. News & World Report, the average cost of tuition and fees for the 2023-2024 school year is $42,162 at private colleges, $23,630… Read more
‘Craft Your Path’ Program Participants to Receive $50K in Scholarships from 1-800-TruckWreck
1-800-TruckWreck is investing in the futures of 35 individuals participating in the “Craft Your Path” program through North Lawndale Employment Network (NLEN). The scholarships are awarded to career-driven recent high… Read more
Rashid Commends FCC Initiative to Tackle AI Influence on Elections
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) recently announced that it is initiating a rulemaking process to mandate the disclosure of AI-generated content in political advertising on the nation’s airwaves. State Rep…. Read more
Column: Your Property Taxes with Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas
Here’s why your tax bill tells you about government debt and pensions By: Maria Pappas I do not determine your property taxes. My job as county treasurer is to bill,… Read more
ComEd Launches Program to Grow Diverse Pipeline of Energy-Efficiency Businesses and Entrepreneurs
To help increase business opportunities for local, diverse service providers and entrepreneurs across northern Illinois, ComEd announced the launch of the Market Development Initiative (MDI). This initiative is designed to… Read more
Chicago Sports Network (CHSN) to Launch as New Home to the Chicago Blackhawks, Bulls, and White Sox
The Chicago Sports Network, CHSN, will launch in October across multiple platforms with plans to deliver the Chicago Blackhawks, Bulls and White Sox games to the widest audience possible. CHSN… Read more
