Author Archives: Editor
Ford Voices Strong Opposition to Republican Attacks on Healthcare, Expresses Concern on Impact to Vulnerable Communities
State Rep. La Shawn K. Ford, D-Chicago, is backing an Illinois House Resolution opposing Washington Republicans and President Donald Trump for their recent vote to strip healthcare coverage from 14… Read more
Health Advocates Urge Officials to Protect Health Care for All
By: Ashmar Mandou Health care advocates are urging Illinois legislators and Governor J.B. Pritzker to stand firm against potential cuts to healthcare services during a news conference Wednesday. “It’s critical… Read more
Dr. Kiran Joshi Named Chief Operating Officer at Cook County Department of Public Health
Dr. Kiran Joshi has been named Chief Operating Officer of the Cook County Department of Public Health (CCDPH). In this role, he will be the executive leader of the state-certified public health department… Read more
Castro Seeks to Protect Federal Programs
State Senator Cristina Castro is championing legislation to protect state-administered federal programs from future federal interference amid moves from the federal government to dismantle agencies and lay off qualified civil… Read more
Women’s Board of Lincoln Park Zoo to Host Zoo Ball: The Serpentine Soirée
Lincoln Park Zoo’s premier philanthropy event returns on Friday, July 11 as the Women’s Board hosts Zoo Ball: The Serpentine Soirée. This year’s gala is inspired by the African rock… Read more
Comedy in Chicago: Summer Show to Benefit Young People and Families in Need
Kids Above All’s Annual Stand Up For Kids Comedy Night is back, featuring four well-known comedians, including two from right here in Chicago. Tickets are $75 each and include beer,… Read more
Christian Nodal Will Close Out the Year with Tour in the United States
After the resounding success that Christian Nodal has had with his presentations in the Mexican Republic so far this year, now come great surprises for his audience in the United… Read more
Cicero and Berwyn Honor First Responders at Blue Mass Ceremony
In a solemn and moving tribute held on Thursday morning at St. Odilo Church, 2244 East Avenue, in Berwyn, the annual Blue Mass brought together police officers, firefighters, EMTs, dispatchers,… Read more
IDNR Monitoring Black Bear Sighting in Southwestern Illinois
The bear was first observed Monday in St. Clair County. An IDNR district wildlife biologist confirmed the sighting on Tuesday, and the animal was observed again Wednesday and Thursday, still… Read more
Avoiding Travel to Florida
By Daniel Nardini I recently talked to my sister who lives in Tampa, Florida. One thing she noticed was the lack of Canadians where they normally would be in and… Read more »