Author Archives: Editor
CDPH, University of Illinois –Chicago, One Summer Chicago Launch Youth Initiative
The Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH), through its Healthy Chicago Zones (HCZ) initiative, is proud to announce a new collaboration with the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) School of… Read more
Chicago Park District Announces 10th Anniversary of Nike Swoosh Summer Academy
On June 17, more than 1,700 recreation leaders that will supervise Summer Day Camps citywide starting June 23, trained with qualified Nike Swoosh Summer Academy Ambassadors. These Ambassadors are Park… Read more
Griffin MSI’s Kicks Off Summer Picnic
Griffin Museum of Science and Industry held its annual Kickoff to Summer Picnic on June 13th where families grabbed their blankets and enjoyed a day of free events featuring music,… Read more
Avoid Summer ‘Brain Drain’
By: Ashmar Mandou Summer is in full swing and students everywhere are enjoying endless pool parties, trips to the beach, and sleeping in late. While a break is much deserved,… Read more
Chicago Public Library Launches Summer at CPL
`Chicago Public Library (CPL) announced the return of Summer at CPL, its annual citywide celebration of reading, learning and creativity. From now through August 3, all 81 library locations will… Read more
Big Shoulders Fun Awards Olga Martinez as Educator of the Year
Big Shoulders Fund, a nonprofit committed to making a high-quality, values-based education accessible to students in underserved communities, has presented a $10,000 award to Mrs. Olga Martinez, a dedicated educator… Read more
DAV, RecruitMilitary® host Central Region Virtual Career Fair for Veterans
DAV (Disabled American Veterans) and RecruitMilitary® will co-host the Central Region Virtual Veterans Career Fair, July 1 from 11:00am – 3:00pm Central. The event is free to veterans, their spouses,… Read more
Cicero Welcomes Cali Ve: A New Flavorful Destination with Deep Local Roots
Excitement filled the air in Cicero as town officials, residents, and supporters gathered to celebrate the grand opening of Cali Ve, a vibrant new restaurant owned by local residents Gilberto and… Read more
MALDEF Honors Latino Leaders at 2025 Chicago Awards Banquet
MALDEF (Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund) paid tribute in Chicago last Thursday, June 12, to three leaders who have committed their lives and careers to improving the lives… Read more
Housing Development Coming to Rogers Park
The Werner development at Howard & Paulina, a $56 million transformative mixed-use workforce housing development in Rogers Park, has been awarded Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC) by the Illinois Housing Development… Read more
