Author Archives: Editor
Giannoulias Launches Statewide Summer Reading Challenge
Secretary of State and State Librarian Alexi Giannoulias, the Illinois Literacy Foundation and the Chicago Cubs are launching Illinois Reads Together, a statewide summer reading challenge that gives students who… Read more
Backpacks for Brighter Futures
While summer break is still underway, the first day of school is fast approaching. For many children, a new school year brings excitement and opportunity. But for young people impacted… Read more
Illinois DCFS Awards College Scholarships to Current and Former Youth in Care
The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) Director Heidi E. Mueller, legislators, DCFS staff, caregivers and students gathered to celebrate this year’s scholarship recipients at the department’s annual… Read more
The Salvation Army to Host Back-to-School Health Fair
As students prepare to return to school, The Salvation Army along with the Chicago Department of Public Health, Rush University, and Ru Caring are helping families get ready with free… Read more
Midwest Express Clinic Expands Access to Care with New Little Village Location
Midwest Express Clinic, a family walk-in clinic serving Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana, is expanding to Chicago’s Southwest Side with the opening of its new Little Village location on July 21st…. Read more
Heat Safety for Vulnerable People
High temperatures can increase the risk of dehydration, heat exhaustion, and pregnancy complications. If you’re pregnant: • Drink water throughout the day even if you don’t feel thirsty. • Stay in air-conditioned spaces or visit… Read more
Free Back-to-School Immunizations
Cook County Department of Public Health is providing back-to-school immunizations at no cost to suburban Cook County youth ages 6 months to 18 years old, regardless of immigration or insurance… Read more
Member of 10-Person Robbery Crew Targeting Chicago Suburbs Sentenced to 15 Years in Federal Prison
A member of a crew that conspired to commit 11 brazen daytime robberies in the Chicago suburbs has been sentenced to 15 years in prison. Between January 2022 and March… Read more
Cook County Board of Review Opens 2026 Property Tax Appeal Season
The Cook County Board of Review (CCBOR) will officially open the 2026 property tax appeal season on Monday, July 27, providing homeowners, businesses, and property owners across Cook County the… Read more
Zoo Ball: Andean Nights Raises Nearly $1.8M for Lincoln Park Zoo
Hundreds of philanthropists, wildlife enthusiasts, and animal advocates gathered at Lincoln Park Zoo on July 17 for the 49th annual Zoo Ball, hosted by the zoo’s Women’s Board. The black-tie… Read more
