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Ald. Byron Sigcho-Lopez Launches Congressional Bid
By: Ashmar Mandou Democratic Socialist and Alderman of the 25th Ward, Byron Sigcho-Lopez announced his candidacy for Illinois’ 4th Congressional District as an Independent candidate on Wednesday morning. “When I… Read more
Cicero to Honor Police During Friday Ceremony
A murder suspect captured in Mexico a decade after he was charged. A multi-state manhunt that ended in the apprehension of a man wanted for setting a house fire to… Read more
City of Chicago Opens Food Pantry in West Garfield Park
City of Chicago and Chicago Public Library (CPL) announced the grand opening of the Library-Based Food Access program at Legler Regional Library, a full-service food pantry created in partnership with the Greater Chicago Food Depository. The pantry provides families in East and West Garfield Park with a rotating selection of protein, fresh fruits… Read more
Name a Cockroach Fundraiser Returns as Brookfield Zoo Chicago Celebrates the Season of Love
Love is in the air — and on the paws, flippers and wings — at Brookfield Zoo Chicago this Valentine’s Day. Whether you’re planning a romantic date, a Galentine’s Day outing or a wildly unique gift, Brookfield Zoo Chicago… Read more
Assessor’s Office Helps Record Number of Homeowners with Property Taxes
The Cook County Assessor’s Office processed more than 1.5 million property tax-saving exemptions for homeowners last year, while returning millions of dollars in revenue to taxing districts and reaching a… Read more
Keep Your Pets Safe this Winter
You’re probably already aware of the risks posed by warm weather and leaving pets in hot cars. But do you know that cold weather also poses serious threats to animals’ health? Pets can… Read more
Cook County Launches ‘Healthy Beginnings’ During Maternal Health Awareness
Cook County Department of Public Health launched the Healthy Beginnings maternal and child health program on the eve of Maternal Health Awareness Day. The Healthy Beginnings program will deliver home-based… Read more
Tips for Extreme Cold
The Public Service Announcement shared a few tips to ensure that Chicagoans stay warm during extreme cold weather. Cold-Weather Tips • Motorists should take extra precautions to winterize vehicles and… Read more
From Listener to Host: High School Freshman Joins WRRG Airwaves
WRRG’s youngest DJ is high school freshman Dean Winnick of Franklin Park. If you’ve tuned into 88.9 FM on Sunday afternoons, you’ve likely heard The Dean Winnick Show, which airs… Read more
Intonation Music Moves to Bronzeville Neighborhood
This year will be a watershed year in the history of Intonation Music as the Chicago-based nonprofit celebrates its 20th anniversary and moves into its new home base, an inviting… Read more
