Author Archives: Editor
Zoo Ball: Wild Everest Raises a Record Breaking $1.7M for Lincoln Park Zoo
More than 600 philanthropists, wildlife enthusiasts, and animal advocates gathered at Lincoln Park Zoo on July 12 for the 47th Annual Zoo Ball, hosted by the zoo’s Women’s Board. The… Read more
Sundays on State Recap
Caption by Ashmar Mandou Once again, Sundays on State transformed the iconic State Street into an unforgettable block party complete with interactive games, shopping, food, drinks, and cultural events on… Read more
Metropolitan Peace Academy Introduces New Community Violence Intervention Leadership Program, Now Accepting Applications
The Metropolitan Peace Academy (MPA), the highly-acclaimed training center of the Metropolitan Peace Initiatives, announced a new community violence intervention (CVI) leadership training program designed to empower and provide further… Read more
Enjoy Illinois
By: Ashmar Mandou If your summer travel plans include water activities, hot-air ballooning, hiking, discovering the charm of small towns, or hitting the road then you don’t have to venture… Read more
City of Chicago, Chicago Dept. of Housing Announce Funding for Flood Remediation Program
The City of Chicago and the Chicago Department of Housing (DOH) announced securing an additional $5 million for 2024 Flood Assistance Repair Program (FARP) designed to assist homeowners impacted by… Read more
Keep Cool with ComEd Energy Saver Tips
Temperatures in the Chicago area are on the rise and with experts predicting this to be the hottest summer on record, ComEd Energy Doctors and Energy Efficiency (EE) Program are ready to help customers prepare… Read more
Family Fun at Chicago Dogs Baseball
Caption by Ashmar Mandou Check out one of America’s favorite pastimes where every day is fan appreciation day with the help of The Chicago Dogs. Fans of all ages have… Read more
City of Chicago Announces Lineup for Chicago Air & Water Show
The City of Chicago and Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) proudly presents the 2024 Chicago Air & Water Show, August 10 and 11 along the lakefront from Fullerton… Read more
Columna: Sus Impuestos de Propiedad con la Tesorera del Condado de Cook, María Pappas
Pagar impuestos en línea es fácil y seguro, pero también puede pagarlos por correo o en persona Por: María Pappas Los dueños de impuestos de propiedad enfrentan el 1º de… Read more
Rural Tribalism
By Daniel Nardini It all seems postcard picturesque. Small rural Illinois towns with two or three churches, a local restaurant and bar, some family-run businesses like a grocery store or… Read more »