Author Archives: Editor
Party with Purpose: Sneaker Ball 2024
The fourth annual Sneaker Ball was a huge success! Hosted by the After School Matters Associate Board, hundreds of guests came out in their freshest outfits paired with their most… Read more
Americans Not Getting Enough Sleep
New Gallup polling data suggests that Americans are in need of more sleep. The new data found that more than half of individuals surveyed or 57 percent said they would feel better… Read more
Hospitals to Distribute Narcan Nasal Spray at National Drug Take Back Day Events
Northwestern Medicine team members will distribute Narcan (naloxone) and provide education about opioid overdose prevention during National Prescription Drug Take Back Day from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday,… Read more
Humboldt Park Health Makes History
Humboldt Park Health, formerly known as Norwegian American Hospital, proudly announces its achievement of the Healthcare Equity Certification from The Joint Commission. This ground-breaking and prestigious certification makes Humboldt Park… Read more
April is Alcohol Awareness Month
April is Alcohol Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness and understanding of alcohol abuse. Over time, excessive alcohol consumption can lead to the development of chronic diseases and other… Read more
New Summer EBT Program to Alleviate Child Hunger, Generate Economic Activity in Illinois
Families in Chicago/Illinois will get some relief this summer when the State rolls out a brand-new benefits program that will keep children fed throughout the school holiday. More than 1.15… Read more
Protestors Blocking Major Roads Could Face Charges
By: Ashmar Mandou After a group of pro-Palestinian protesters blocked expressway traffic into O’Hare International Airport earlier this month, and now Illinois lawmakers are pushing to make similar protests a felony. State… Read more
Deadline for Exemptions is April 29
Cook County Assessor Fritz Kaegi announced the deadline for homeowners to apply for property tax exemptions is Monday, April 29, 2024. Exemptions are property tax savings that contribute to lowering… Read more
Community Savings Bank to Hold Popular Shred-a-Thon
Community Savings Bank will hold another one of its popular Shred-a-Thons this spring on Saturday, May 18. Customers and members of the community are invited to shred old checks, bank… Read more
Berwyn Shops: A Homegrown Project Returns
By: Ashmar Mandou The ever popular Berwyn Shops: A Homegrown Project is set to return for its third season on May 3rd with a set of 12 new entrepreneurs eagerly… Read more
