Author Archives: Editor
State Rep. La Shawn K. Ford, Alderwoman Rodriguez-Sanchez Spotlight Brown University Research on Overdose Prevention Sites
State Rep. La Shawn K. Ford, D-Chicago and Alderwoman Rossana Rodriguez-Sanchez are partnering with local public health organizations, elected officials, and researchers from Brown University to highlight new research on… Read more
March of Dimes Chicago, Meridian Health Plan of Illinois Offer Free Resources to South Suburban Cook County
March of Dimes Chicago, in partnership with Meridian Health Plan of Illinois, Inc. (Meridian), will offer a Pregnancy and Community Wellness Event — offering free resources to support the health and… Read more
Kids Above All Expands Immediate Access to Counseling Services
As families affected by violence across Chicagoland face growing mental health challenges and long waitlists for care, Kids Above All is expanding access to its Counseling Solutions program, offering immediate, no-waitlist mental health services for… Read more
City of Chicago Breaks Ground on Community Plaza in Humboldt Park
By: Ashmar Mandou A new community space is coming to the Humboldt Park community, designed to bring wellness and wellness through violence prevention programs. City officials partnered with Blocks Together… Read more
MCA Chicago Announces 2026 Tuesdays on the Terrace Lineup
Enjoy an evening of free music at the MCA’s Anne and John Kern Terrace Garden with their annual summer concert series, now in its 27th year, celebrating artists from Chicago’s… Read more
Prom: Your Night, Your Choices
Prom is an exciting milestone for high school seniors. As students celebrate the end of one chapter and the beginning of another, the focus should be on staying safe, planning… Read more
Cook County Treasurer Pappas Honors Mothers from Around the World
Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas hosted a special celebration honoring the enduring impact of mothers on Monday, May 11 in the Treasurer’s Office. Pappas recognized mothers from nearly two dozen… Read more
Party with Yollo for a Good Cause
The National Museum of Mexican Art’s youth initiative, Yollocalli Arts Reach, is hosting their annual fundraiser Good Times, Kind People on Friday, May 29th, at Co Prosperity in Bridgeport. Join… Read more
City of Chicago Announces Return of Millennium Park Summer Series for 2026 Season
Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) announces the return of the Millennium Park Summer Workouts, Summer Music Series and Summer Film Series. Running May through August, these signature free programs bring world-class performances, fan-favorite films and energizing fitness experiences to one of the… Read more
Chi Food Truck Fest Returns to Daley Plaza
The Chicago Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection (BACP) announced the 2026 Chi Food Truck Fest season will begin on Friday, May 15 at Daley Plaza, 50 W. Washington… Read more
