Author Archives: Editor
Obama Signs New Suicide Prevention Act in Honor of U.S. War Vet
President Obama has signed a new measure into law that will make it easier for veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) to find mental health resources, The New York Times… Read more
Why the Fair Elections Ballot Question? Report on Extreme Influence of Big Money in Mayor’s Race Leaves No Doubt
The need for Chicago’s Fair Elections ballot question was underscored by a new report detailing the outrageous number of large contributions coming from donors outside Chicago to the city’s mayoral… Read more
First Installment Tax Bills Due
First installment property tax bills for tax year 2014 arrived in the mail recently, according to Cicero Town Assessor Emilio “Emo” Cundari. “Property taxes are paid in two installments,” Cundari… Read more
Common Cause Illinois Gala Unites, Celebrates “Champions of Democracy”
On February 11, Common Cause Illinois and 250 supporters gathered at City Winery in the West Loop for music, food, drinks, a silent auction, and the annual Champions of Democracy… Read more
Veterans Get New Home in Humboldt Park
By: Ashmar Mandou Members of the 65th Infantry Regiment “Borinqueneers” joined Mayor Rahm Emanuel, Alderman Roberto Maldonado, Hispanic Housing Development Corporation (HHDC) President and CEO Hipolito “Paul” Roldan, and President… Read more
One-Night-Only Performance by Grammy Award-Winner Lila Downs
The Mariachi Heritage Foundation and the Auditorium Theatre of Roosevelt University present Grammy and three-time Latin Grammy Award-winner Lila Downs on May 6, 2015 at 7:30pm. Known for her innovative… Read more
Iconic Red Chair from Telemundo’s La Voz Kids on Display at Gurnee Mills
La Voz Kids fans can stop by Gurnee Mills, 6170 W. Grand Ave., for the opportunity to take a spin in the iconic red chair normally occupied by celebrity coaches:… Read more
Gift of Hope Sets Record in Number of Lives Saved
Courtesy of Gift of Hope February 14th was National Donor Day. To celebrate, Gift of Hope Organ & Tissue Donor Network announced a record number of lives saved by helping… Read more
Lake FX Summit + Expo to Reinvigorate Innovators
The Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) is pleased to announce that the Lake FX Summit + Expo, the region’s largest free conference for artists, creative professionals… Read more
Chuy Garcia: ‘I think the prospects to go all the way are very much in reach’
By: Ashmar Mandou Cook County Commissioner Chuy Garcia is ecstatic to know he has a large group of residents across Chicago that has his vote as he is days away… Read more
