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City Honors COVID-19 Victims
Caption by Ashmar Mandou Photo Credit: Tony Diaz Honorable Mayor Lori Lightfoot, Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle, Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas, and Clerk Iris Martinez, among others held… Read more
‘This is a mental health crisis’
South, Westside call on Mayor for Mental Health Funding By: Ashmar Mandou Mental health activists rallied together Monday outside of the Woodlawn Health Center to mark the ninth year anniversary… Read more
IDPH Pauses Use of Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 Vaccine
In accordance with recommendations from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) will… Read more
Clerk Martinez Initiatives Protecting Sex Crime Victims Pass Committee
To protect the identities of child and adult sex crime victims, Cook County Circuit Court Clerk Iris Y. Martinez is partnering with Senate Majority Leader Kimberly A. Lightford (D-Maywood) on… Read more
“Esta es una Crisis de Salud Mental”
South, Westside Convocan a la Alcaldesa para la Financiación de la Salud Mental Por: Ashmar Mandou Activistas de salud mental se reunieron el lunes frente al Woodlawn Health Center para… Read more
Clerk Martinez Iniciativas para Proteger el Comité de Aprobación de Víctimas de Delitos Sexuales
Para proteger las identidades de las víctimas de delitos sexuales de niños y adultos, la secretaria del tribunal de circuito del condado de Cook, Iris Y. Martinez, se ha asociado… Read more
City Welcomes New Director of Digital Strategy
The City of Chicago announced Ximena N. Larkin will serve as Director of Digital Strategy. Larkin is an award-winning strategic communications leader with more than 10 years of experience. She… Read more
Chicago CBP Seizes $1.6M in Counterfeit Currency
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at Chicago’s International Mail Facility (IMF) have been counting a lot of money, counterfeit money, in different denominations that have been seized from… Read more
City Honors National Library Week
Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot, joined by 9th Ward Alderman Anthony Beale, Chicago Public Library (CPL) Commissioner Chris Brown, Chicago Housing Authority (CHA) CEO Tracey Scott, and Department of Family Support and… Read more
Teacher Shortage Crisis in Illinois
By: Ashmar Mandou In an effort to address the crisis on early childhood education, State Senator Cristina Pacione-Zayas called on the General Assembly to act on recommendations in the report… Read more
La Ciudad Da la Bienvenida a la Nueva Directora de Digital Strategy
La Ciudad de Chicago anunció que Ximena N. Larkin será la nueva Directora de Digital Strategy. Larkin es una líder premiada de estrategia en comunicaciones, con más de 10 años… Read more
CBP de Chicago Incauta 1,6 Millones de Dólares en Moneda Falsa
Funcionarios de U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) en International Mail Facility (IMF) de Chicago han estado contando mucho dinero, dinero falso, en diferentes denominaciones, que han tomado de parcelas… Read more
Crisis de Escasez de Maestros en Illinois
Por Ashmar Mandou En un esfuerzo por atender la crisis de la educación infantil temprana, la Senadora Estatal Cristina Pacione-Zayas acudió a la Asamblea General para actuar sobre recomendaciones en… Read more
Easter Services
Cardinal Blase J. Cupich, archbishop of Chicago, will observe Holy Week with in-person liturgical celebrations at Holy Name Cathedral, 735 N. State Street, Chicago. Holy Week is the last week… Read more
Easter Activities Around Chicagoland
Compiled by Ashmar Mandou Easter Photos at North Riverside Park Mall Head over to North Riverside Park Mall for Easter photos and visit the Bunny! Digital Hot Shots professional portrait… Read more
Two New Mass Vaccination Sites to Open in Chicago
The City of Chicago announced that two new mass vaccination sites will open in Chicago on April 5, with the city now in phase 1c of COVID-19 vaccine eligibility. The… Read more
State to Provide Unprecedented Funding to Illinois Schools
By: Ashmar Mandou On Wednesday, Governor Pritzker unveiled an ambitious plan for school districts K-12 across Illinois. Approximately, $7 billion in federal funding will go to support students as they… Read more
Servicios de Pascua
El Cardenal Blase J. Cupich, Arzobispo de Chicago, observará la Semana Santa con celebraciones litúrgicas en la Catedral del Santo Nombre, 735 N. State S., Chicago. La Semana Santa es… Read more
Actividades de Pascua en Chicago
Recopilado por Ashmar Mandou Fotos de Pascua en North Riverside Park Mall Visite el Centro Comercial de North Riverside para hacerse fotos de pascua y visitar al conejo Bunny! El… Read more
Dos Nuevos Sitios de Vacunación Masiva en Chicago
La Ciudad de Chicago anunció dos nuevos sitios de vacunación masiva en Chicago el 5 de abril, con la ciudad ahora en fase 1c de elegibilidad de la vacuna del… Read more
El Estado Dará Fondos sin Precedentes a las Escuelas de Illinois
Por Ashmar Mandou El miércoles, el Gobernador Pritzker reveló un plan para distritos escolares K-12 en Illinois. Aproximadamente, $7 mil millones en fondos federales serán para apoyar a los estudiantes… Read more
High Vitamin D Levels May Protect Against COVID-19
A new research study at the University of Chicago Medicine has found that when it comes to COVID-19, having vitamin D levels above those traditionally considered sufficient may lower the… Read more
Redistricting Hearings Nears End
By: Ashmar Mandou This year, Chicago embarked on redistricting hearings for the 50 wards, a process that will impact the lives of nearly three million residents. As a result, the… Read more
City Announces Chicago Alfresco Program
Choose Chicago and the Chicago Department of Transportation, announced Chicago Alfresco, an initiative to increase outdoor dining area and the opportunity for businesses and community organizations to design creative long-term… Read more
Around Town
Compiled by Ashmar Mandou Lincoln Park Conservatory Spring Flower Show: Pretty in Pink What: The Lincoln Park Conservatory is welcoming back guests and debuting its Spring Flower Show, which features… Read more
Altos Niveles de Vitamina D Pueden Protegerle Contra el COVID-19
Un nuevo estudio de investigación en medicina de la Universidad de Chicago, ha descubierto que cuando se trata del COVID-19, tener niveles de vitamina D por encima de los que… Read more
La Ciudad Anuncia el Programa Chicago Alfresco
Escoja Chicago y el Departamento de Transporte de Chicago, anunció Chicago Alfresco, una iniciativa para aumentar las áreas de comida al aire libre y la oportunidad de que el comercio… Read more
Que Pasa en Chicago
Recopilado por Ashmar Mandou Show de Flores de Primavera del Conservatorio de Lincoln Park: Pretty in Pink Que: El Conservatorio de Lincoln Park da la bienvenida a los asistentes que… Read more
Easter Scavenger Egg Hunt at North Riverside Park Mall
Join North Riverside Park Mall for a safe, socially distanced event! Follow their bunny trail of clues to win an Easter basket full of goodies. Have your smartphone and favorite… Read more
CPS Announces Employees Eligible to Sign-Up for Vaccination
By: Ashmar Mandou On Wednesday, Chicago Public Schools (CPS) announced that all CPS employees, as well as vendors who regularly work in schools — more than 52,000 people — have… Read more
Road to Sobriety
By: Ashmar Mandou Addiction can be quite difficult to understand for those who have never experienced it. Everyone’s experience with addiction is unique. Everyone’s reason for turning to drug or… Read more
Barbara Jean Wright Court Secures CHA Vouchers for 160 Apartments
In an action that will help bring new ownership to the long-troubled Barbara Jean Wright Court apartment complex and ensure the preservation and improvement of affordable housing in the rapidly… Read more
Búsqueda de Huevos de Pascua en North Riverside Park Mall
Unase a North Riverside Park Mall en un evento social, seguro y con la sana distancia! Siga su rastro de pistas del conejito para ganar una canasta de Pascua llena… Read more
CPS Anuncia Empleados Elegibles para Registrarse para la Vacunación
Por: Ashmar Mandou El miércoles, las Escuelas Públicas de Chicago (CPS) anunciaron que a todos los empleados de CPS, así como a los vendedores que regularmente trabajan en las escuelas… Read more
Camino a la Sobriedad
Por: Ashmar Mandou La adicción puede ser muy difícil de entender para quienes nunca la han experimentado. La experiencia de todos con la adición es única. La razón de todos… Read more
Barbara Jean Wright Court Obtiene Vales de CHA para 160 Apartamentos
En una acción que ayudará a traer nuevos propietarios al complejo de apartamentos Barbara Jean Wright Court, que ha tenido problemas durante mucho tiempo y garantizar la preservación y el… Read more
Eat Up
Compiled by Ashmar Mandou During Chicago Restaurant Week, diners can enjoy special prix fixe menus from restaurants throughout Chicago and nearby suburbs. These multi-course meals are $25 for brunch or… Read more
State Representatives, Senators Urge Lightfoot to Deny General Iron Permit
By: Ashmar Mandou A joint letter with over 20 Illinois state legislators from the Chicagoland area urged Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot on Wednesday to deny RMG subsidiary, General Iron’s, requested… Read more
State Partners with Local Hospitals, Health Centers to Expand Distribution of Vaccine
Building on existing efforts to ensure equitable distribution of the COVID-19 vaccine, Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Public Health announced a new partnership with four local federally… Read more
Chicago Park District Receives Grant to Develop Nutrition and Health Hubs in Parks
Chicago Park District, in partnership with the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA), has received an $80,000 grant to develop a community nutrition hub to expand access to healthy foods… Read more
¡A Comer!
Recopilado por Ashmar Mandou Durante la Semana del Restaurant de Chicago, los comensales pueden disfrutar menús especiales de precio fijo de restaurantes de Chicago y suburbios cercanos. Estas comidas de… Read more
Representantes Estatales y Senadores Instan a Lightfoot a Denegar el Permiso a General Iron
Por: Ashmar Mandou Una carta conjunta con más de 20 legisladores del estado de Illinois del área de Chicago instó el miércoles a la alcaldesa de Chicago, Lori Lightfoot, a… Read more
El Estado se Asocia con Hospitales y Centros de Salud Locales para Expandir la Distribución de Vacunas
Trabajando sobre esfuerzos existentes para garantizar la distribución equitativa de la vacuna del COVID-19, el Gobernador JB Pritzker y el Departamento de Salud Pública de Illinois anunciaron una nueva afiliación… Read more
El Distrito de Parques de Chicago Recibe una Subvención para Desarrollar Centros de Nutrición y Salud en los Parques
El Distrito de Parques de Chicago en asociación con National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA), recibió un subsidio de $80,000 para desarrollar un centro de nutrición comunitario para ampliar el… Read more
Celebrate International Women’s Day
By: Ashmar Mandou International Women’s Day is a day to spread awareness among the community activists, organizations, and leaders fighting for women’s rights, equality, and a time to celebrate the… Read more
Loretto Hospital to Offer Free Colon Cancer Screenings
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, of all cancers that affect both men and women, colorectal cancer is the second leading cancer killer in the United States…. Read more
Rep. Hernandez, Town of Cicero Host COVID-19 Testing Event
State Representative Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernández will host Join Lisa Hernandez for COVID-19 Testing and receive a free lunch this Saturday, March 6th at Cicero Community Park, 3400 S. Laramie. With… Read more
Cicero District 99 Board of Education, Cicero Council Agree on In-Person Learning
On Monday, the Board of Education of Cicero District 99 (Board) and The Cicero Council, West Suburban Teachers Union, Local 571, IFT-AFT (Union) announced it has agreed on an optional… Read more
Celebre el Día Internacional de la Mujer
Por: Ashmar Mandou El Día Internacional de la Mujer es un día para difundir concientización entre los activistas comunitarios, organizaciones y líderes luchando por los derechos y la equidad de… Read more
El Hospital Loretto Ofrece Pruebas Gratis del Cáncer del Colon
De acuerdo a los Centros para el Control y la Prevención de las Enfermedades, de todos los cánceres que afectan tanto a hombres como a mujeres, el cáncer colorectal es… Read more
La Rep. Hernández y el Municipio de Cicero Presentan Evento de Pruebas de COVID-19
La Representante Estatal Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernández será la anfitriona de Join Lisa Hernández para las pruebas COVID-19 recibiendo también un almuerzo gratis este sábado 6 de marzo en Cicero Community… Read more
La Junta de Educación del Distrito 99 de Cicero y el Consejo de Cicero Acuerdan el Aprendizaje en Persona
El lunes, La Junta de Educación del Distrito 99 de Cicero (La Junta) y el Consejo de Cicero, el Sindicato de Maestros West Suburban, Local 571, IFT-AFT (Sindicato) anunciaron estar… Read more
Golden Apple Awards for Excellence in Teaching Finalists Announced
Golden Apple, the leading Illinois nonprofit committed to preparing, honoring and supporting educators who advance educational opportunities for students, on Tuesday announced the 2021 finalists for the prestigious Golden Apple Awards… Read more
Illinois Children to Receive Monthly Food Aid
Governor JB Pritzker announced that beginning next month, approximately one million children across Illinois will receive additional federally funded food benefits, valued at up to $110 million per month. Eligible… Read more
Micro Grant Aims to Help Little Village Businesses
By: Ashmar Mandou Businesses continue to experience hardships of the COVID-19 pandemic and while financial initiatives are in place, many entrepreneurs in communities of color are left in the lurch… Read more
Unsung Hero: August “Augie” Sallas
By: Ashmar Mandou Activist Cesar Chavez once said, “we cannot seek achievement for ourselves and forget about progress and prosperity for our community…our ambitions must be broad enough to include… Read more
Anuncian los Finalistas de los Premios Golden Apple por Excelencia en Enseñanza
Golden Apple, la organización no lucrativa líder de Illinois, comprometida a preparar, honrar y apoyar a educadores que mejoran las oportunidades educativas para los estudiantes, anunció el martes los finalistas… Read more
Héroe Desconocido: August “Augie” Sallas
Por Ashmar Mandou El activista César Chávez dijo una vez, “no podemos buscar logros para nosotros y olvidarnos del progreso y prosperidad de nuestra comunidad… nuestra ambición debe ser lo… Read more
Ideas for Outdoor Learning
By: Ashmar Mandou Yes, the frigid temperatures and harrowing snowfall are reasons enough to stay indoors with a cup of hot chocolate in hand, but there are fun ways to… Read more
Safety Committee Addresses Surge in Carjackings
By: Ashmar Mandou As carjackings continue to surge across the city, the Senate Public Safety Committee hosted a hearing on Tuesday to share updates on public safety and the fears… Read more
Around Town
Compiled by Ashmar Mandou Chicago Volunteer Expo Sunday, Feb. 21st Hosted on Zoom Registration: www.chicagovolunteerexpo.org. At the ninth annual Chicago Volunteer Expo, you can connect with non-profit organizations from all… Read more
Ideas para el Aprendizaje al Aire Libre
Por Ashmar Mandou Si, las heladas temperaturas y las terribles nevadas son razón suficiente para quedarse en casa con una taza de chocolate caliente en la mano, pero hay formas… Read more
El Comité de Seguridad Atiende el Aumento de Robo de Vehículos
Por: Ashmar Mandou Como el robo de vehículos continúa ocurriendo en la ciudad, el Comité de Seguridad Pública del Senado ofreció una audiencia el martes para compartir actualizaciones sobre la… Read more
Que Pasa en Chicago
Recopilado por Ashmar Mandou Chicago Volunteer Expo Domingo, 21 de Feb., Presentado en Zoom Inscripción: www.chicagovolunteerexpo.org En la novena exposición anual Chicago Volunteer Expo, usted puede conectarse con organizciones no… Read more
Valentine’s Day in Chicago
By: Ashmar Mandou Treat yourself to some outdoor fun, a romantic dinner, or a lap around the City’s beautiful ice rink to enjoy downtown gems. Although this year is a… Read more
President Dominick Designates Cicero Stadium as Warming Center
President Larry Dominick and the Town of Cicero Board of Trustees have designated the Cicero Stadium, 1909 S. Laramie, at as a temporary Warming Center for families or individuals whose… Read more
Former CTU President Karen Lewis Passes Away
By: Ashmar Mandou Former Chicago Teachers Union President and former chemistry teacher Karen Lewis, 67, passed away on Sunday following her battle with brain cancer, a spokesperson for the family… Read more
Latino Caucus Welcomes New Leadership
The Illinois Legislative Latino Caucus unveils new executive leadership for the 102nd General Assembly: • State Senator Cristina Castro (22nd District), Co-Chair, • State Representative Aarón Ortíz (1st District), Co-Chair,… Read more
Día de San Valentín en Chicago
Por: Ashmar Mandou Disfrute de un poco de diversión al aire libre, una comida romántica o dé una vuelta por la hermosa pista de hielo de la ciudad para disfrutar… Read more
Fallece la Ex-Presidente de CTU Karen Lewis
Por: Ashmar Mandou La Ex-Presidente del Sindicato de Maestros de Chicago y ex maestra de química, Karen Lewis, de 67 años, falleció el domingo tras una batalla con un cáncer… Read more
Hilco Redevelopment Partners’ Cori Rosales Heads to Latino Caucus Leadership Academy
Hilco Redevelopment Partners is proud to announce that Cori Rosales has been accepted to the 2021 cohort of the Chicago City Council Latino Caucus Foundation (CLCF) Leadership Academy. Founded by… Read more
February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month
Throughout the month of February, Sarah’s Inn’s Prevention Team and Youth Committee are working to raise awareness around the realities of teen dating violence and promoting healthy relationships by educating… Read more
Parent Group Calls on CPS to Reopen
By: Ashmar Mandou As the Chicago Teachers Union and Chicago Public Schools continue to clash over the return of in-person learning, a new group has emerged in an effort to… Read more
New Role, New Goal: Loretta Ivette Trevino
By: Ashmar Mandou Recently, The Little Village Chamber of Commerce and The Little Village Community Foundation announced the selection of Loretta Ivette Trevino as Executive Director. Trevino has garnered quite… Read more
Cori Rosales, de Hilco Redevelopment Partners Encabeza la Academia de Liderazgo del Caucus Latino
Hilco Redevelopment Partners se enorgullece en anunciar que Cori Rosales ha sido aceptado para el cohorte 2011 de la Academia de Liderazgo de la Fundación del Caucus Latino del Concilio… Read more
Febrero es el Mes de Concientización Sobre la Violencia en el Noviazgo Entre Adolescentes
Durante el mes de febrero, el Equipo de Prevención y el Comité Juvenil de Sarah’s Inn trabajan para concientizar sobre la realidad de la violencia del noviazgo entre adolescentes y… Read more
Grupo de Padres pide a CPS la Reapertura
Por: Ashmar Mandou Mientras el Sindicato de Maestros de Chicago y las Escuelas Públicas de Chicago continúan enfrentándose por el regreso al aprendizaje presencial, ha surgido un nuevo grupo, con… Read more
Nuevo Puesto, Nueva Meta: Loretta Ivette Treviño
Por: Ashmar Mandou Recientemente, La Cámara de Comercio de La Villita y la Fundación Comunitaria de La Villita anunciaron la selección de Loretta Ivette Treviño como Directora Ejecutiva. Treviño ha… Read more
Illinois Marks Worst Year for Jobs in 2020
Illinois saw its worst year for jobs on record, according to analysis from the Illinois Policy Institute. Recent data shows Illinois lost 423,300 jobs in total from December 2019 to… Read more
‘Our goal is to represent children of incarcerated parents’ -Rep. Ramirez
By: Ashmar Mandou Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton and State Representative Delia Ramirez publicly released the concluding report and recommendations from the Task Force on Children of Incarcerated Parents on Wednesday… Read more
Rep. García Re-Introduces the New Way Forward Act
By: Ashmar Mandou On Tuesday, Representatives Jesús “Chuy” García (IL-04), Ayanna Pressley (MA-07), Pramila Jayapal (WA-07), Karen Bass (CA-37), and 35 Members of Congress introduced the New Way Forward Act,… Read more
Chicago Latino Film Festival Announces Annual Poster Competition Winner
The International Latino Cultural Center of Chicago (ILCC), producer of the Chicago Latino Film Festival (CLFF), is proud to announce that New York-based graphic designer and marketing manager Natalia Osorio Quintero is the winner of… Read more
Illinois Registra el Peor Año para Empleos en el 2020
Illinois vio su peor año para empleos en récord, de acuerdo a un análisis de Illinois Policy Institute. Datos recientes muestran que Illinois perdió 423,300 empleos en total de diciembre… Read more
‘Nuestra Meta es Representar a los Hijos de Padres Encarcelados’ – Rep. Ramírez
Por: Ashmar Mandou La Teniente Gobernadora Juliana Stratton y la Representante Estatal Delia Ramírez publicaron el reporte y recomendaciones concluyentes del Grupo de Trabajo sobre Hijos de Padres Encarcelados, el… Read more
Representantes Reintroducen la Ley New Way Forward Act
Por Ashmar Mandou El martes, los Representantes Jesús “Chuy” García (IL-04), Ayanna Pressley (MA-07), Pramila Jayapal (WA-07), Karen Bass (CA-37) y 35 miembros del Congreso introdujeron el Acta New Way… Read more
El Festival de Cine Latino de Chicago Anuncia el Ganador del Concurso Anual de Carteles
International Latino Cultural Center of Chicago (ILCC), productor del Festival de Cine Latino de Chicago (CLFF) se enorgullece en anunciar que la diseñadora gráfica y gerente de mercadeo, Natalia Osorio… Read more
Biden Inauguration Recap
Amid an overwhelming pandemic, Joe Biden was sworn in as the 46th president of the United States shortly before noon on Wednesday, Jan. 20th, pledging to unite the country and… Read more
Pritzker, Preckwinkle Announce State-Run Vaccination Sites Across Cook County
The City announced the locations of four state-support vaccination sites across Cook County that will begin vaccinating Illinois residents beginning this week. The sites are being stood up through support… Read more
Medical Corner: COVID-19 Vaccination
By: Ashmar Mandou There is an abundant amount of information shrouding the COVID-19 vaccination, causing a bit of confusion within the Latino community. As we reintroduce our Medical Corner segment,… Read more
New Role, New Goal
By: Ashmar Mandou Longtime education advocate Cristina Pacione-Zayas garnered quite the experience working with such prolific organizations as Erikson Institute, Latino Police Forum, Enlace Chicago, and The Puerto Rican Agenda… Read more
Resumen de la Inauguración de Biden
Entre una abrumadora pandemia, Joe Biden fue juramentado como el presidente No. 46 de Estados Unidos poco antes del medio día, el miércoles, 20 de enero, prometiendo unir el país… Read more
Pritzker y Preckwinkle Anuncian Sitios de Vacunación Administrados por el Estado el Condado de Cook
La Ciudad anunció los lugares de cuatro sitios de vacunación administrados por el estado en todo el Condado de Cook, que comenzarán a vacunar a los residentes de Illinois a… Read more
Rincón Médico: Vacunación del COVID-19
Por: Ashmar Mandou Hay mucha información sobre la vacuna del COVID-19, lo que está causando confusión dentro de la comunidad latina. Al volver a introducir nuestro segmento Rincón Médico, que… Read more
City Announces Nancy Andrade as Commissioner for Chicago Commission on Human Relations
Earlier this week, the City announced Nancy C. Andrade as the Commissioner of the Chicago Commission on Human Relations (CCHR). Andrade, who brings years of experience with the City as… Read more
Goya Foods Delivers Aid to Venezuela
Goya Foods, the largest Hispanic-owned food company in The United States, delivers 220,000-pounds of food to the people of Venezuela, who continue to suffer from severe food shortages. It is… Read more
Casa Central Appoints New Members to Its Emerging Leaders Auxiliary Board
Casa Central appointed 12 new members to its Emerging Leaders Auxiliary Board (ELAB) on January 1, 2021. ELAB is comprised of 26 distinguished young professionals from various industries across the… Read more
New Role, New Goal
By: Ashmar Mandou This year brought on many exciting changes, including former state senator Iris Martinez becoming the first Latina to take the seat as Clerk of the Circuit Court… Read more
La Ciudad Anuncia a Nancy Andrade como Comisionada de la Comisión de Relaciones Humanas de Chicago
A principios de esta semana, la Ciudad anunció a Nancy C. Andrade como Comisionada de la Comisión de Relaciones Humanas de Chicago (CCHR). Andrade, quien trae consigo años de experiencia… Read more
Goya Foods Manda Ayuda a Venezuela
Goya foods, la mayor compañía de alimentos propiedad de hispanos en Estados Unidos, entrega 220,000 libras de alimentos a la gente de Venezuela, quienes continúan sufriendo por severa escasez de… Read more
Casa Central Nombra Nuevos Miembros para su Junta Auxiliar de Líderes Emergentes
Casa Central Nombró 12 nuevos miembros para su Junta Auxiliar de Líderes Emergentes (ELAB) el 1º de enero del 2021. ELAB está compuesto de 26 distinguidos profesionales jóvenes de varias… Read more
Nuevo Puesto, Nueva Meta
Por: Ashmar Mandou Este año trajo muchos cambios interesantes, incluyendo el de la ex senadora estatal Iris Martínez, quien se convirtió en la primera latina en tomar el puesto de… Read more
Pappas: “If you didn’t vote, don’t complain”
Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas released a study which reveals the properties in Chicago and the suburbs with the largest property tax increases since 2000, dramatic examples of how the… Read more
Food Foundry Accelerator Opens Applications for Cohort 3
Relish Works, in partnership with Gordon Food Service and 1871, are kicking off their third cohort of Food Foundry, a growth accelerator for companies building the future of the food… Read more
Students, Teachers Expected to Return to CPS Monday
By: Ashmar Mandou In an open letter from Chicago Public Schools Chief Executive Officer Janice K. Jackson and Chief Education Officer LaTanya D. McDade, CPS plans to begin opening school… Read more
New Laws Coming to Chicago
Various City Departments and agencies are informing Chicago residents, workers and businesses of new local laws, regulations and deadlines that they should be aware of in 2021. These new laws include: the implementation… Read more
Pappas: “Si No Votaste, No te Quejes”
La Tesorera del Condado de Cook, Maria Pappas, publicó un estudio que revela las propiedades en Chicago y los suburbios con el mayor aumento en impuestos de propiedad desde el… Read more
Food Foundry Accelerator abre Solicitudes para la Cohorte 3
Relish Works, en afiliación con Gordon Food Service y 1871, lanzan su tercer cohorte de Food Foundry, un acelerador de crecimientos para compañías que establecen el futuro de la industria… Read more
Se Espera que Estudiantes y Maestros de CPS Regresen a las Aulas el Lunes
Por: Ashmar Mandou En una carta abierta de la Funcionaria Ejecutiva en Jefe de las Escuelas Públicas de Chicago, Janice K. Jackson y la Funcionaria de Educación en Jefe, LaTanya… Read more
Llegan Nuevas Leyes a Chicago
Varios Departamentos de la Ciudad están informando a los residentes, traajadores y empresarios de Chicago de nuevas leyes, regulaciones y fechas límites locales que tienen que tener en cuenta en… Read more
Governor Pritzker Announces Expanded Assistance for Illinois Child Care Providers
Governor JB Pritzker announced the administration is directing additional funding to support child care providers that are part of the Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) which helps low-income working families… Read more
New Year’s Resolution Ideas
By: Ashmar Mandou After a year of incredible angst and fear, a fresh start in 2021 is beyond appealing. Maybe your plan in the coming year is to take it… Read more
Violence Prevention Organizations Commit to New Goals
By: Ashmar Mandou Representatives of Communities Partnering 4 Peace, which includes organizations CP4P, READI Chicago, and Chicago CRED), held a Zoom press conference on Tuesday afternoon to tackle the increase… Read more
Chicago Housing Authority Brings Holiday Smiles
Over the last several weeks, the Chicago Housing Authority helped to make a happier holiday season for thousands of its families, thanks to its sponsors and employees. “We would like… Read more
Joffrey Ballet Establishes New Position:
Abbott Academy Director at the Joffrey Academy of Dance Joffrey Board Chair Anne L. Kaplan, The Mary B. Galvin Artistic Director Ashley Wheater MBE, and Joffrey President and Chief Executive… Read more
Christmas in Chicago
By: Ashmar Mandou Celebrate Christmas with light displays and festive pop-ups around the city. Although many events are adopting to the new COVID-19 guidelines, there is still fun to be… Read more
City Announces High Road Kitchens Program
Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot on Monday joined One Fair Wage to announce the creation of the High Road Kitchens Program in Chicago. Funded and administered by One Fair Wage, this $1 million program… Read more
Joffrey Ballet Establece Nueva Posición
Director de Abbott Academy en Joffrey Academy of Dance La Directora de la Junta de Joffrey, Anne L. Kaplan, la Directora Artística Mary B. Galvin, MBE Ashley Wheater y el… Read more
Navidad en Chicago
Por: Ashmar Mandou Celebre la Navidad con Exhibiciones de luces y Pop-Ups Festivos por la Ciudad. Aunque muchos eventos están adoptando las nuevas regulaciones del COVID-19, aún hay mucha diversión… Read more
La Ciudad Anuncia el Programa de High Road Kitchens
La Alcaldesa Lori E. Lightfoot, se unió el lunes a One Fair Wage para anunciar la creación del Programa High Road Kitchens en Chicago. Patrocinado y administrado por One Fair… Read more
Helping Children this Holiday Season
By: Ashmar Mandou Now more than ever children across Chicagoland are in dire need of a little merriment this holiday season. So organizations far and wide are calling upon individuals… Read more
Munoz Missing Person Law to Take Effect
Law enforcement agencies can face roadblocks with collecting DNA samples when trying to locate missing people, but now that process will be a bit easier thanks to a measure passed… Read more
PepsiCo, La Casa Norte, and #IncreaseThePeace Partner for Holidays
On Saturday, December 12, PepsiCo Beverages North America (PBNA) partnered with community leaders La Casa Norte and #IncreaseThePeace to offer nutritious meals and winter care items to hundreds of community… Read more
Relief Underway for Chicago Bars, Restaurants
By: Ashmar Mandou Relief is underway for the hospitality industry as it was announced on Wednesday that over $11 million will be awarded in grants to over 1,000 Chicago bars,… Read more
Ayudando a los Niños Esta Temporada Navideña
Por: Ashmar Mandou Ahora más que nunca los niños del área de Chicago están en urgente necesidad de tener un poco de alegría esta temporada navideña, por lo que organizaciones… Read more
Entra en Vigencia la Ley de Muñoz Sobre Personas Desaparecidas
Las fuerzas del orden pueden enfrentar obstáculos para colectar muestras de DNA cuando tratan de localizar personas, pero ahora ese proceso será un poco más fácil gracias a una medida… Read more
PepsiCo, La Casa Norte y #IncreaseThePeace se Asocian para las Fiestas
El sábado, 12 de diciembre, PepsiCo Beverages North America (PBNA) se asociaron con líderes comunitarios, La Casa Norte y #IncreaseThePeace, para ofrecer comidas nutritivas y artículos de ayuda de invierno… Read more
Alivio en Marcha para Bares y Restaurantes de Chicago
Por Ashmar Mandou Hay alivio en marcha para la industria hospitalaria, como anunciaron el miércoles, más de $11 millones serán otorgados en subsidios a más de 1,000 bares, restaurantes y… Read more
Twista’s Annual Toy Drive
Yes, that Chicago Hip Hop Legend! Twista has teamed up with the Habitat for Humanity ReStores in Chicago Heights, Aurora and Addison for Twista’s Toy Drive. When your donations are… Read more
Challenges of Learning During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Advance Illinois released its report, Education in a Pandemic: Learning from Illinois Students & Caregivers to Plan for the Road Ahead. The report encapsulates what Illinois’ school communities – including students, parents and caregivers – are… Read more
City Unveils Vaccination Plans
By: Ashmar Mandou Mayor Lightfoot and the Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) on Wednesday unveiled distribution plans for the COVID-19 vaccine when it becomes available. “The vaccine development represents… Read more
Eira L. Corral Sepúlveda Sworn In as First Latina on the MWRD Board of Commissioners
After receiving more than 1 million votes in the General Election, Commissioner-Elect Eira L. Corral Sepúlveda was sworn in as Metropolitan Water Reclamation District (MWRD) Commissioner through a virtual ceremony… Read more
Colecta Anual de Juguetes de Twista
Si, ¡Esa Leyenda Hip Hop de Chicago! Twista se unió a Habitat for Humanity ReStores en Chicago Heights, Aurora y Addison en la Campaña de Juguestes de Twista. Cuando tenga… Read more
La Ciudad Revela Planes de Vacunación
Por Ashmar Mandou La Alcaldesa Lightfoot y el Departamento de Salud Pública de Chicago reveló la distribución de planes para la vacuna del COVID-19 cuando esté disponible. “El desarrollo de… Read more
Retos de Aprendizaje Durante la Pandemia del COVID-19
Advance Illinois publicó su reporte, Educación en una Pandemia: Aprendiendo de los Estudiantes y Cuidadores de Illinois como Planificar el Camino a Seguir. El reporte encapsula lo que las comunidades… Read more
Eira L Corral Sepúlveda Juramentada como Primera Latina en la Junta de Comisionados de MWRD
Después de recibir más de 1 millón de votos en las Eleccionens Generales, la Comisionada Electa, Eira L. Corral Sepúlveda fue juramentada como Comisionada del Distrito Metropolitano de Reclamación de… Read more
Hope Will Be Celebrated at McDonald’s Along with Be The Match
Eight-year-old Alfredo of Humboldt Park and 15 year-old Jordan of Rogers Park are both battling threatening diagnosis – Alfredo with a rare immune disorder, and Jordan with an aggressive form… Read more
Pritzker Administration Launches Two New Homebuyer Assistance Programs
On Tuesday, Governor JB Pritzker announced the creation of two new programs designed to help bring additional assistance to working class families and underrepresented communities of color across the State… Read more
Fighting Against HIV Stigma
By: Ashmar Mandou During the month of December, health organizations around the city aim to increase HIV awareness and knowledge and speak out against the stigma that shrouds over the… Read more
Goodman Theatre Calling On Bold, Imaginative Writers
Calling all bold, imaginative new plays authored by artists of color for Future Labs—Goodman Theatre’s newest artistic program to develop works authored and directed by Black, Indigenous, Latinx, AAPI and… Read more
McDonald’s Celebra La Esperanza y la Compatibilidad
El niño de ocho años Alfredo, de Humboldt Park y el de 15 años, Jordan, de Rogers Park están ambos batallando con graves diagnósticos – Alfredo, con un raro desorden… Read more
Luchando Contra el Estigma del VIH
Por Ashmar Mandou Durante el mes de diciembre, las organizaciones de salud de toda la ciudad esperan aumentar la conscientización y el conocimiento del VIH y hablar contra el estigma… Read more
Goodman Theatre Pide Escritores Audaces e Imaginativos
Llamado a todas las nuevas obras audaces e imaginativas creadas por artistas de color para Future Labs, el programa artístico más reciente de Goodman Theatre para desarrollar obras escritas y… Read more
NAMI Chicago Offers Mental Health Support
NAMI Chicago and NAMI Metro Suburban announced that a grant from the State of Illinois will be allocated to expand support for faith communities in areas most impacted by the… Read more
The Other Second Wave: COVID Stressors, Politics, and the Holidays
Holidays can be hard for everyone, whether it be relationships, not being able to spend time with family, painful memories of those we have lost, financial strain, etc. They tend… Read more
Festive Lights, Glimmer, and Holiday Magic
Compiled by Ashmar Mandou Nutcracker Virtual Art on theMART With the cancellation of The Joffrey Ballet’s annual engagement of Christopher Wheeldon’s critically acclaimed version of The Nutcracker in 2020, the… Read more
El Hogar Del Niño Keeps Tradition Alive
The Alden Network stepped in to save what almost would have been the end of a 50-year tradition. Just a week before Thanksgiving, the Alden Network hosted a big turkey… Read more
NAMI Chicago Ofrece Apoyo en Salud Mental
NAMI Chicago y NAMI Metro Suburban anunciaron que un subsidio del Estado de Illinois será ubicado para ampliar el apoyo de comunidades religiosas en las áreas más impactadas por la… Read more
La Segunda Ola: Factores Estresantes del COVID, Política y Vacaciones
La temporada de fiestas puede ser difícil para todos, ya sea en relaciones, no poder pasar tiempo con la familia, recuerdos dolorosos de los que se han ido, dificultades financieras,… Read more
Luces Festivas, Destellos y Magia Navideña
Recopilado por Ashmar Mandou El Cascanueces Arte Virtual en el MART Con la cancelación del compromiso anual de The Joffrey Ballet de la versión críticamente aclamada de Christopher Wheeldon de… Read more
El Hogar del Niño Mantiene Viva la Tradición
Alden Network llegó para salvar lo que podría haber sido el fin de una tradición de 50 años. Solo una semana antes del Día de Gracias, Alden Network ofreció una… Read more
‘Tis the Season of Giving
By: Ashmar Mandou This year brought on many challenges, however there’s never been the perfect time to support non-profit organizations that keep Chicago neighborhoods resilient. There is an array of… Read more
The Morton Arboretum kicks off holiday season with Illumination
The eighth annual Illumination: Tree Lights at The Morton Arboretum kicks off the holiday season Nov. 20 as a reimagined driving experience with new displays, drive-up concessions and a customized… Read more
CPS to Begin In-Person Learning
By: Ashmar Mandou Earlier this week, the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) and the Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) stated that all students will learn remotely through the end of… Read more
Aldermen to Introduce Amendments, Ordinances to Mayor Lightfoot’s Budget
A pool of aldermen plan to introduce a series of budget amendments and ordinances to Mayor Lori Lightfoot’s proposed 2021 budget. The package includes: a tax on Amazon and other… Read more
Es Momento de Dar
Por: Ashmar Mandou Este año nos trajo muchos retos, sin embargo nunca ha sido un mejor momento para apoyar a organizaciones no lucrativas que mantienen en pie a los barrios… Read more
Morton Artoretum Inicia la Temporada Navideña con Illuminación
El octavo evento Illumination: Tree Lights at The Morton Arboretum inicia la temporada navideña el 20 de noviembre, como experiencia reimaginada, con nuevas exhibiciones y una nueva banda sonora personalizada… Read more
CPS Comenzará el Aprendizaje en Persona
Por: Ashmar Mandou A principios de esta semana, las Escuelas Públicas de Chicago (CPS) y el Departamento de Salud Pública de Chicago (CDPH) declararon que todos los estudiantes aprenderán en… Read more
Concejales Presentarán Enmiendas y Ordenanzas al Presupuesto de la Alcaldesa Lightfoot
Un grupo de concejales planea introducir una serie de enmiendas y ordenanzas al presupuesto del 2021 propuesto de la Alcaldesa Lori Lightfoot. El paquete incluye: un impuesto a Amazon y… Read more
Humboldt Park Welcomes ‘The Terminal’
By: Ashmar Mandou City Officials joined together for formal ribbon-cutting ceremony of The Terminal, a spacious property soon to be transformed into an urban workspace campus for “creatives and innovators,”… Read more
Election Day Recap
Caption by Ashmar Mandou Over the weekend a large crowd of supporters for projected winner U.S. President-Elect Joe Biden, according to several media outlets, and Vice-President Elect Kamala Harris descended… Read more
ComEd Connects with Latino Students Across Chicago
Last weekend, ComEd and NASA astronaut Dr. Ellen Ochoa—the world’s first Latina astronaut and the first Latina to go to space—along with Global STEM Ambassador, Jay Flores, spoke with 50 Chicagoland students… Read more
Cicero Fire Department Expands Emergency Responses Services
Cicero Fire Chief Dominick Buscemi on Tuesday announced that the Fire Department will “transition to a fully integrated, all hazards agency” to expand emergency response services to the Town’s residents…. Read more
Humboldt Park Da la Bienvenida a ‘The Terminal’
Por Ashmar Mandou Funcionarios de la ciudad se unieron para la ceremonia formal del corte de cinta de The Terminal, especiosa propiedad que pronto será transformada en un campus de… Read more
Resumen del Día de las Elecciones
Pie de Foto por Ashmar Mandou El fin de semana, una gran multitud de simpatizantes para el proyectado ganador como Presidente Electo de E.U. Joe Biden, de acuerdo a varios… Read more
ComEd se Conecta con Estudiantes Latinos en todo Chicago
El pasado fin de semana, ComEd y la astronauta de la NASA, Dra. Ellen Ochoa – primera astronauta latina y primera latina en ir al espacio – junto con el… Read more
El Departamento de Bomberos de Cicero Amplía sus Servicios de Respuesta en Emergencias
El Jefe de Bomberos de Cicero, Buscemi, anunció el martes que el Departamento de Bomberos hará la “transición a una agencia totalmente integrada y para todos los daños” para ampliar… Read more
Peoples Gas Offers Financial Assistance Support to Customers
Peoples Gas is urging customers who are behind on their energy bills to contact us as soon as possible to avoid disconnection and arrange a payment plan and discuss additional financial… Read more
Historic Win for Iris Martinez
By: Ashmar Mandou First Latina to Hold Cook County Circuit Clerk Position Democratic State Senator Iris Y. Martinez made history by becoming the first Latina elected Cook County circuit court… Read more
Spanish Coalition for Housing to Host ‘Making Dreams Come True’ Virtual Race
By: Ashmar Mandou Spanish Coalition for Housing will celebrate its 5th Annual fundraiser, Making Dreams Come True differently this year, as the race will now go virtual. On Sunday, Nov…. Read more
November is Adoption Awareness Month in Illinois
November is Adoption Awareness Month in Illinois, a time to acknowledge the thousands of families across the state that have opened their hearts and homes to children in need, promote… Read more
Peoples Gas ofrece asistencia financiera a sus clientes
Peoples Gas insta a los clientes que están atrasados en sus facturas de energía a que se comuniquen con nosotros lo antes posible para evitar desconecciones, organizar un plan de… Read more
Victoria Histórica para Iris Martinez
Por: Ashmar Mandou Primera latina en ocupar el puesto de secretaria de circuito del condado de Cook La senadora estatal demócrata Iris Y. Martínez hizo historia al convertirse en la… Read more
Spanish Coalition for Housing Auspiciará Carrera Virtual “Haciendo sus Sueños Realidad”
Por: Ashmar Mandou La Coalición Española para la Vivienda celebrará su quinto evento anual de recaudación de fondos, Making Dreams Come Reality de manera diferente este año, ya que la… Read more
Noviembre es el mes de concientización sobre la adopción en Illinois
Noviembre es el Mes de Concientización sobre la Adopción en Illinois, un momento para reconocer a las miles de familias en todo el estado que han abierto sus corazones y… Read more
Elections 2020
By: Ashmar Mandou The 2020 elections are just a few days away in Illinois, and whether you have plans to do mail-in ballots, vote early, or head to the polls… Read more
Ways to Turn Seasonal Sad Into Seasonal Glad
An estimated 10 million Americans struggle with Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), and women are more than four times as likely as men to have it. “As a mental health issue,… Read more
Get in the Spooky Spirit
Compiled by Ashmar Mandou Arts in the Dark The City of Chicago will be hosting a safe and spooktacular line-up of Halloweek events — costumes are encouraged, masks are required. Check out… Read more
Bimbo Bakeries USA, Cicero Community Organizations Host Food Pantry and Free COVID-19 Testing
On Thursday, October 22, Bimbo Bakeries USA, in partnership with United Way of Metro Chicago and the Town of Cicero, hosted a food pantry and free COVID-19 testing site at… Read more
Elecciones 2020
Por: Ashmar Mandou Las elecciones del 2020 están a unos cuantos días en Illinois y ya sea que planee hacerlo por correo, votar temprano o ir personalmente a los lugares… Read more
Forma de Convertir la Tristeza Estacional en Alegría Estacional
Se calcula que 10 millones de estadounidenses luchan contra el Trastorno Afectivo Estacional (SAD en inglés) y las mujeres son más de cuatro veces más propensas a padecerlo que los… Read more
Entra al Espíritu Fantasmagórico
Recopilado por Ashmar Mandou Artes en la Oscuridad La Ciudad de Chicago ofrecerá un programa seguro y espectacular de eventos de Halloween – se recomienda usar disfraz y es requisito… Read more
Bimbo Bakeries USA y Organizaciones Comunitarias de Cicero Organizan una Despensa de Alimentos y Pruebas Gratuitas del COVID-19
El jueves, 22 de octubre, Bimbo Bakeries USA en afiliación con United Way de Metro Chicago y el Municipio de Cicero, ofreció una despensa de alimentos y pruebas gratuitas del… Read more
Dr. Nicole Avena Shares Tips for A Happy Halloween and Children’s Health Month this October
While it might be known as a “spooky” time of year, October also is Children’s Health Month, serving as a great opportunity for parents to help children implement healthy nutrition,… Read more
Breast Cancer Awareness Month
By: Ashmar Mandou Research from The American Cancer Society has shown that smoking, drinking and obesity can all increase the risk of breast cancer. While we have all heard about… Read more
Fighting Drug, Alcohol Dependency in Latino Community
By: Ashmar Mandou According to the National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH), two in five Latinos struggled with illicit drugs, seven and nine struggled with alcohol use, and… Read more
ICMC Provides Cook Country Jail Inmates In-Person Programming During Pandemic
The International Children’s Media Center (ICMC), a nonprofit cultural and educational organization dedicated to transforming the way people of all ages use, view and engage digital devices and media, has… Read more
La Dra. Nicole Avena Comparte Consejos para un Feliz Halloween y el Mes de la Salud Infantil este Octubre
Aunque puede ser conocida como una época ‘tenebrosa’ del año octubre es también el Mes de Salud Infantil, por lo que es una gran oportunidad para que los padres ayuden… Read more
Mes de Concientización del Cáncer de Mama
Por: Ashmar Mandou Investigaciones de la Sociedad Estadounidense del Cáncer han demostrado que el fumar, el beber y la obesidad pueden aumentar el riesgo del cáncer de mama. Aunque todos… Read more
Lucha Contra la Dependencia de las Drogas y el Alcohol en la Comunidad Latina
Por: Ashmar Mandou De acuerdo a National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDJH), dos de cada cinco latinos luchan contra las drogas ilícitas, siete y nueve luchan contra el… Read more
ICMC Brinda Programación en Persona a los Presos de la Cárcel del Condado de Cook Durante la Pandemia
International Children’s Media Center (ICMC) organización cultural y educativa sin fines de lucro, dedicada a transformar la forma en que gente de todas las edades utiliza, ve y actúa con… Read more
Hispanic Heritage Month: Honoring Entrepreneur and Philanthropist Carmen Solano -DeCarrier
By: Ashmar Mandou Entrepreneur Carmen Solano -DeCarrier has developed quite the altruistic reputation for herself in roles, such as overseeing the Ronald McDonald House Charities Scholarships, mentoring young high school… Read more
Goodman Theatre Offers A Christmas Carol on Audio Play
This holiday season, as indoor performances remain suspended due to COVID-19, Goodman Theatre produces A Christmas Carol as an audio play directed by Jessica Thebus. offered free for all audiences,… Read more
The Loretto Hospital to Offer Free Mammograms Throughout October
In commemoration of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, The Loretto Hospital is offering free, 2D and 3D tomosynthesis mammograms for uninsured or underinsured residents of Chicago’s Austin neighborhood and surrounding communities… Read more
Mayor Lightfoot, Chicago Public Schools Announce New Initiative to Increase Diversity of CPS Teachers
Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot and Chicago Public Schools (CPS) announced Teach Chicago Tomorrow, an innovative plan to build a new pipeline of talented, diverse teachers by creating a structured pathway… Read more
Mes de la Herencia Hispana En Honor a la Empresaria y Filántropa Carmen Solano –DeCarrier
Por: Ashmar Mandou La empresaria Carmen Solano –DeCarrier ha desarrollado una reputación bastante altruista para sí misma en roles, como supervisar las Becas Benéficas de la Casa Ronald McDonald, tutoría… Read more
Goodman Theatre Ofrece ‘A Christmas Carol’ en Audio Play
Esta temporada navideña, como las actuaciones en interiores siguen prohibidas debido al COVID-19, El Goodman Theatre produce A Christmas Carol como audio play, dirigido por Jessica Thebus. Gratis a todas… Read more
El Hospital Loretto Ofrece Mamogramas Gratis Durante Octubre
En conmemoración del Mes de Concientización del Cáncer de Mama, el Hospital Loretto está ofreciendo mamogramas gratis en tomosíntesis, en 2D y 3D, para residentes de Chicago sin seguro o… Read more
La Alcaldesa Lightfoot y las Escuelas Públicas de Chicago Anuncian Nueva Iniciativa para Aumentar la Diversidad de los Maestros de CPS
La Alcaldesa Lori E. Lightfoot y las Escuelas Públicas de Chicago (CPS) anunciaron Teach Chicago Tomorrow, novedoso plan para establecer una nueva línea de profesores talentosos y diversos para crear… Read more
MHOA Celebrates Hispanics All Year Long
One of the pillars of McDonald’s Hispanic Owner-Operators Assocation (MHOA), is education and that is why MHOA has a strong commitment of supporting the local HACER® Scholarship Program. Since 2013,… Read more
Preparing for Cold, Flu Season During a Pandemic
By: Ashmar Mandou As if living life during a pandemic wasn’t challenging enough, we now have to anticipate the arrival of autumn allergies, colds, and the flu. We know during… Read more
New Frida Kahlo Mural Unveiled in Anticipation of ‘Frida Kahlo: Timeless’ Exhibit
Downtown Glen Ellyn is site of a new mural honoring artist Frida Kahlo. Work began Thursday, Sept. 24 on the 14-foot-high and 28-foot-wide mural gracing the wall of Olive ‘n… Read more
Hispanic Heritage Month: Honoring ABC 7 Chicago News Anchor Stacey Baca
By: Ashmar Mandou Steadfast in her resolve to highlight the achievements and contributions of the Latino community across Chicago, award-winning ABC 7 News Anchor and host of The ñ Beat… Read more
MHOA Celebra a los Hispanos Todo el Año
Uno de los pilares de la Asociación de Operadores-Propietarios Hispanos de McDonald (MHOA) es la educación y por eso MHOA tiene un fuerte compromiso en apoyar el Programa de Becas… Read more
Preparándose para la Temporada de Resfriados e Influenza Durante una Pandemia
Por Ashmar Mandou Como si vivir durante una pandemia no fuera lo bastante difícil, ahora tenemos que anticipar la llegada de alergias de otoño, los resfriados y la influenza. Sabemos… Read more
Nuevo Mural de Frida Kahlo Presentado en Anticipación a la Exhibición ‘Frida Kahlo: Timeless’
Downtown Glen Ellyn es el sitio de un nuevo mural en honor de la artista Frida Kahlo. El trabajo comenzó el jueves, 24 de septiembre, en el mural de 14… Read more
El Mes de la Herencia Hispana En honor a de la Presentadora de Noticias ABC7 de Chicago Stacey Baca
Por: Ashmar Mandou Firme en su determinación de destacar los logros y las contribuciones de la comunidad latina en Chicago, la premiada presentadora de noticias de ABC 7 y presentadora… Read more
City Unveils First-Ever Violence Reduction Plan
By: Ashmar Mandou In an effort to combat the increase in gun violence ravaging Chicago neighborhoods, the City of Chicago on Tuesday released the first-ever comprehensive “violence reduction plan” designed… Read more
Hispanic Heritage Month: Honoring Anna Vasquez, RN
By: Ashmar Mandou During the height of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, we became increasingly aware of the incredible contributions nurses have made to save lives, advance health equity, and protect… Read more
ABC 7 Chicago Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
ABC 7’s Windy City LIVE features Latina breast cancer survivors knitting ‘knockers’ in the Pilsen neighborhood! What are Knitted Knockers? They are light, soft, handmade breast prosthetics that offer comfort… Read more
Cicero Seeks Young Latina Talks Opens Nominations for Hispanic Women, Girls to Become Speakers
To celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, Fig Factor Media Publishing will collaborate with the Town of Cicero, Morton College, and J. Sterling Morton High School District 201 to bring the national… Read more
La Ciudad Presenta el Primer Plan de Reducción a la Violencia
Por: Ashmar Mandou En un esfuerzo por combatir el aumento de la violencia armada que asola los vecindarios de Chicago, el martes, la Ciudad de Chicago publicó el primer “plan… Read more
Mes de la Herencia Hispana En Honor de Anna Vásquez, RN
Por: Ashmar Mandou Durante el apogeo de la pandemia del coronavirus (COVID-19) nos volvimos cada vez más conscientes de las increíbles contribuciones que los enfermeros han hecho para salvar vidas,… Read more
ABC 7 Chicago Celebra el Mes de la Herencia Hispana
ABC 7’s Windy City LIVE presenta a sobrevivientes latinas de cáncer de mama tejiendo ‘tetas’ en el vecindario de Pilsen! ¿Qué son las Tetas Tejidas? Son unas prótesis del seno… Read more
Cicero Busca Nominaciones para que Mujeres y Jóvenes Latinas se Conviertan en Oradoras en ‘Young Latina Talks’
Para celebrar el Mes d la Herencia Hispana, Fig Factor Media Publishing colaborará con el Municipio de Cicero, Morton College y J. Sterling Morton High School, Distrito 201 para llevar… Read more
Peoples Gas Congratulates High School STEM Student Scholars
Robot dance parties and hydraulic claws. Computer spy games. Designs for remote controls you can’t lose and tables that swing into place from the back of your couch. These are… Read more
Representatives García, Shalala Introduce Resolution to Designate Hispanic Nurses Day
Representatives Jesús “Chuy” García (IL-04) and Donna Shalala (FL-27) introduced a congressional resolution to designate September 22nd as National Hispanic Nurses Day. The designation of a specific day to honor… Read more
‘My role is to serve others’
By: Ashmar Mandou During the height of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, we became increasingly aware of the incredible contributions nurses have made to save lives, advance health equity, and protect… Read more
¿Qué significa realmente el Censo 2020?
La oportunidad de llenar el Censo 2020 se acaba pronto: el 30 de septiembre. Sin embargo, aunque la fecha límite se acerca, todavía existen dudas de lo que se trata… Read more
Peoples Gas Felicita a los Estudiantes Académicos STEM de la Escuela Secundaria
Fiestas de baile de robots y garras hidráulicas, juegos de espionaje de computadora. Diseños para controles remotos que no se puede perder y mesas que se balancean desde el respaldo… Read more
Los Representantes García y Shalala Presentan Resolución para Designar el Día del Enfermero Hispano
Los Representantes Jesús “Chuy” García (IL-04) y Donna Shalala (FL-27) presentaron una resolución congresional para designar el 22 de septiembre como el Día Nacional de los Enfermeros Hispanos. La designación… Read more
‘Mi papel es servir a los demás’
Por: Ashmar Mandou Durante el apogeo de la pandemia del coronavirus (COVID-19) nos hemos dado cuenta cada vez más de las increíbles contribuciones que los enfermeros han hecho para salvar… Read more
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month
By: Ashmar Mandou Hispanic Heritage Month has officially begun. This month is an opportunity for the community to showcase and raise awareness of the contributions the Hispanic community has made… Read more
Berwyn Public Art Initiative to Hold Social Justice Mural Dedication Ceremony
The Berwyn Public Art Initiative (BPAI) held a mural dedication ceremony on Wednesday, Sept. 16th for two social justice mural sites completed by Youth Crossroads, Inc., Berwyn South School District… Read more
Attorney General Raoul Files Motion to Prevent Health Care Discrimination
Attorney General Kwame Raoul joined a coalition of 23 attorneys general to file a motion for summary judgment in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York… Read more
Celebra el Mes de la Herencia Hispana
Por: Ashmar Mandou El Mes de la Herencia Hispana ha comenzado oficialmente. Este mes es la oportunidd de que la comunidad muestre y reconozca las contribuciones que la comunidad hispana… Read more
Llena el Censo y celebra el Mes de la Herencia Hispana
Cada otoño, el Mes Nacional de la Herencia Hispana nos brinda la oportunidad de rendir homenaje a las generaciones de latinos que han sido líderes de nuestras comunidades, han dejado… Read more
La Iniciativa de Arte Público de Berwyn Tendrá la Ceremonia de Dedicación del Mural de Justicia Social
Berwyn Public Art Initiative (BPAI) celebró la ceremonia de dedicación el miércoles, 16 de septiembre, de dos murales de justicia social completados por Youth Crossroads, Inc., Berwyn South School District… Read more
DOH, CIC Announce Commitment for Affordable Housing
The Department of Housing (DOH) Commissioner Marisa Novara joined the Community Investment Corporation (CIC) to announce a $330 million lending commitment from 40 banks for the acquisition and rehabilitation of… Read more
Ald. Cardenas Introduces Ordinance Targeting Air Quality Reforms
On Wednesday, Alderman Cardenas, Chair of the Committee on Environmental Protection and Energy in partnership with Mayor Lori Lightfoot introduced an ordinance addressing air quality through industrial zoning and permitting reforms. “I have been working hard… Read more
Pritzker Administration Receives $36 Million in Federal Funding to Fight Opioid Crisis
Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) announced that the state has received $36.7 million in federal funding to fight the opioid crisis. Funding expands prevention,… Read more
Viva, Mexico
By: Ashmar Mandou As one of the country’s biggest celebrations, Mexican Independence Day is replete with massive parades, endless cultural dishes, fireworks, traditional folk dancing, and mariachi performances and although… Read more
DOH y CIC Anuncian Compromiso en Viviendas Económicas
La Comisionada del Departamento de la Vivienda (DOH) Marisa Novara, se unió a Community Investment Corporation (CIC) para anunciar un compromiso de préstamo de $330 millones de 40 bancos, para… Read more
La Administración Pritzker Recibe $36 Millones en Fondos Federales para Combatir la Crisis de Opioides
El Gobernador JB Pritzker y el Departamento de Servicios Humanos de Illinois (IDHS) anunciaron que el estado ha recibido $36.7 millones en fondos federales para combatir la crisis de opioides…. Read more
¡Viva México!
Por: Ashmar Mandou Como una de las mayores celebraciones del país, El Día de la Independencia Mexicana está repleto de desfiles, un sin fin de platillos culturales, fuegos pirotécnicos, bailes… Read more
Labor Day Weekend Fun
By: Ashmar Mandou Celebrate the end of the summer season with boat cruises, walks at the forest preserve, movies in the park, or rooftop cocktails. Enjoy a plethora of activities… Read more
Illinois Department of Public Health Provides Guidance for State Polling Locations
In preparation for the 2020 elections, the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) has issued guidance to protect the safety and health of voters as they cast ballots at polling… Read more
IDES Applying for Federal Lost Wage Assistance Funds
Despite serious concerns about the unfairness of this new federal unemployment program, especially for the lowest income workers, the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) announced it has submitted its… Read more
City of Chicago Releases 2021 Fiscal Year Budget
Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot was joined by the City’s Budget Director Susie Park, Chief Financial Officer Jennie Huang Bennett and Comptroller Reshma Soni released the 2021 Budget Forecast that projects… Read more
Fin de Semana del Día del Trabajo
Por Ashmar Mandou Celebre el fin de la temporada de verano con cruceros en bote, caminatas por la reserva forestal, cine en los parques, o cockteles en la azotea. Disfrute… Read more
IDES Solicita Fondos Federales de Asistencia para Salarios Perdidos
A pesar de las graves preocupaciones sobre la injusticia de este nuevo programa federal de desempleo, especialmente para los trabajadores de ingreso más bajo, Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES)… Read more
La Ciudad de Chicago Publica el Presupuesto del Año Fiscal 2021
La Alcaldesa Lori E. Lightfoot a quien se unió la Directora del Presupuesto de la Ciudad, Susie Park, La Funcionaria Financiera en Jefe, Jennie Huang Bennet y la Controladora Reshma… Read more
Berwyn Public Art Initiative Hosts Art Walk
The Berwyn Public Art Initiative (BPAI) will host its first Summer Art Walk in Berwyn’s Historic Depot District. The windows of businesses along the Depot District will come alive with… Read more
Wearing Face Masks Can Adversely Affect Attitudes Towards Social Distancing, New Research Shows
Wearing face masks can adversely affect attitudes towards social distancing, a new study shows. People felt comfortable sitting or standing closer to others while wearing a mask, a team of… Read more
COVID-19 Testing Opportunities Are Available to Cicero Residents
Prism Health Labs began offering COVID-19 testing this week between 9a.m., to 1p.m. at 1845 S. Laramie Avenue. Testing is paid for through your insurance or CARES Act coverage (with… Read more
Latino Students Lagging Behind
By: Ashmar Mandou According to a new report by Latino Decisions, eighty-five percent of Latino parents in Illinois worry their kids are lagging behind. Recently, a pool of education leaders… Read more
La Iniciativa de Arte Público de Berwyn Organiza Art Walk
The Berwyn Public Art Initiative (BPAI) ofrecerá su primer Summer Art Walk en el Distrito Histórico Depot de Berwyn. Los aparadores de los comercios a lo largo del Distrito Depot… Read more
Oportunidad de Hacerse la Prueba del COVID-19 Disponible para los Residentes de Cicero
Prism Health Labs comenzó a ofrecer la prueba del COVID-19 esta semana, de 9 a.m. a 1 p.m. en el 1845 S. Laramie Ave. La prueba es pagada por su… Read more
Los Estudiantes Latinos Van Atrasados
Por: Ashmar Mandou De acuerdo a un nuevo reporte de Latino Decisions, ochenta y cinco por ciento de los padres latinos en Illinois están preocupados porque sus hijos están quedándose… Read more
Pritzker Administration Extends Deadline to Apply for Emergency Rental Assistance
Governor Pritzker announced the Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA) has extended the deadline for Illinois renters to apply for aid by one week to 12:00 p.m. on August 28th due… Read more
Amazon to Bring Job Boost to Cicero
By: Ashmar Mandou Town of Cicero President Larry Dominick announced on Wednesday that Cicero has been selected as the newest location for new Amazon facilities. “Cicero has become one of… Read more
IDPH, Cicero Begins Mobile Testing
COVID-19 Mobile testing is available in Cicero through Illinois Department of Public Health, co-sponsored by Town President Larry Dominick and State Representative Lisa Hernandez. Anyone can be tested. You don’t… Read more
Wicker Park Bucktown to Host End of Summer Sale
The popular Wicker Park Bucktown End of Summer Sale returns for one week only, August 24-30, 2020, presented by the nonprofit Wicker Park Bucktown Chamber of Commerce. Dozens of unique… Read more
La Administración Pritzker Extiende Fecha Límite para Solicitar Ayuda de Emergencia en Rentas
El Gobernador Pritzker anunció que Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA) ha extendido la fecha límite para que los inquilinos de Illinois soliciten ayuda, en una semana a las 12:00 p.m…. Read more
Amazon Lleva Impulso Laboral a Cicero
Por: Ashmar Mandou El Presidente del Municipio de Cicero, Larry Dominick, anunció el miércoles que Cicero ha sido seleccionado para el más reciente local de Amazon. “Cicero se ha convertido… Read more
IDPH y Cicero Comienzan la Prueba Móvil
La prueba móvil del COVID-19 está disponible en Cicero a través del Departamento de Salud Pública de Illinois, copatrocinada por el Presidente de Cicero, Larry Dominick y la Representante Estatal… Read more
‘We Want to Make Sure Latinos Are Able to Stay in their Homes’
SCH Executive Director Joseph Lopez Talks Housing By: Ashmar Mandou In the height of COVID-19 several organizations across the city were reeling with the affects the pandemic had on families,… Read more
New Project to Assess City Monuments
By: Ashmar Mandou In response to elevated pressure over several monuments across the City of Chicago, Mayor Lori Lightfoot in conjunction with the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events… Read more
Chicago Park District Announces Free Drive-In Movie Series in Park Locations Citywide
The Chicago Park District, in partnership with the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events’ (DCASE) Chicago Film Office, is expanding its popular Movies in the Parks series to include… Read more
Triton College Distributed Over 1,000 Backpacks During Annual Backpack Give Back Event
Triton College held its third annual Backpack Give Back Event Saturday, Aug. 8, 2020, 10 a.m.-noon. A collaborative effort with West40 ISC #2, and supported by college faculty and staff,… Read more
‘Queremos Estar Seguros que los Latinos Pueden Quedrse en sus Casas’
El Director Ejecutivo de SCH Joseph López Habla Sobre la Vivienda Por: Ashmar Mandou En el apogeo del COVID-19, varias organizaciones de la ciudad se estremecían por los efectos que… Read more
Nuevo Proyecto para Evaluar Monumentos de la Ciudad
Por: Ashmar Mandou En respuesta a la crecida presión sobre varios monumentos de la Ciudad de Chicago, la Alcaldesa Lori Lightfoot, en conjunción con el Departamento de Asuntos Culturales y… Read more
El Distrito de Parques de Chicago Anuncia Serie de Autocine Gratuito en los Parques de la Ciudad
El Distrito de Parques de Chicago, en colaboración con el Departamento de Asuntos Culturales y Eventos Especiales (DCASE) Chicago Film Office, está ampliando su popular serie de Cine en los… Read more
Triton College Distribuyó Mas de 1,000 Mochilas en el Evento Anual de Entrega de Mochilas
El Triton College sostuvo su tercer evento anual de Entrega de Mochilas el sábado, 8 de agosto del 2020, de las 10 a.m. al mediodía. Un esfuerzo colaborativo con West40ISC… Read more
Coors Light Announces Latino Leaders for Coors Light Lider of the Year
Coors Light announced the finalists for Coors Light Lider of the Year 2020. This group of 12 emerging Latino leaders, ages 21 – 39, were nominated by national and local… Read more
Chicago Foundation for Women Launches COVID-19 Response Grants
Chicago Foundation for Women (CFW) announced requests for proposals for its Response, Recovery, and Resilience Fund initial grant cycle. The grants will provide funding to eligible community-based organizations serving communities… Read more
CPS Set for Full Remote Learning this Fall
By: Ashmar Mandou Amid an onslaught of uncertainty over how the pandemic will affect the upcoming school year, the Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) and Chicago Public Schools (CPS)… Read more
Sinai and KT’s Kids Bring Annual Camp to Schwab Rehabilitation Hospital
CAMP Schwab, an annual program that offers fun athletic and cultural activities for children with disabilities from across the West and South sides of Chicago, went “up top” this summer…. Read more
Coors Light Anuncia a Líderes Latinos para el Líder de Coors Light del Año
Coors Light anunció a los finalistas para el Líder del Año 2020 de Coors Light. El grupo de 12 líderes latinos emergentes y quienes a través de sus palabras y… Read more
CPS Preparadas para el Aprendizaje Remoto Completo este Otoño
Por Ashmar Mandou Entre el embate de la incertidumbre sobre como afectará la pandemia el próximo año escolar, el Departamento de Salud Pública de Chicago (CDPH) y las Escuelas Públicas… Read more
Sinaí y KT’s Kids Llevan el Campamento Anual a Schwab Rehabiitation Hospital
CAMP Schwab, programa anual que ofrece divertidas actividades atléticas y culturales para niños discapacitados de los sectores Oeste y Sur de Chicago, se lució este verano. Los niños participaron en… Read more
Preckwinkle Announces New $5m Investment in Violence Reduction Efforts
This week, Cook County Board President Preckwinkle joined ASIS Entertainment Network and several community-based organizations and street outreach workers to announce $5 million in new funding to reduce violence, during… Read more
Walgreens Chooses to Fight Cicero Face Mask Order
Walgreens, which operates three retail store locations in the Town of Cicero, has decided to fight a Cicero Executive Order requiring essential businesses to require employees and customers to wear… Read more
Fraud Penetrating All State Unemployment Systems, IDES Taking Steps
IDES has uncovered and is investigating a widespread fraud scheme that is being conducted nationwide, impacting each state’s federal Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) programs, implemented as a result of the… Read more
City Reveals Project to Boost Census Numbers
By: Ashmar Mandou The City unveiled a new civic engagement program designed to boost Census participation on Wednesday afternoon. Entitled “Boards of Change,” the project will host an array of… Read more
Preckwinkle anuncia una nueva inversión de $ 5 millones en esfuerzos de reducción de la violencia
Esta semana, el presidente de la Junta del Condado de Cook, Preckwinkle, se unió a ASIS Entertainment Network y a varias organizaciones comunitarias y trabajadores de divulgación para anunciar $… Read more
Walgreens elige luchar contra el orden de la máscara facial Cicero
Walgreens, que opera tres tiendas minoristas en la ciudad de Cicero, ha decidido luchar contra una orden ejecutiva de Cicero que requiere que las empresas esenciales exijan que los empleados… Read more
El fraude penetra en todos los sistemas estatales de desempleo, IDES toma medidas
IDES ha descubierto y está investigando un esquema de fraude generalizado que se está llevando a cabo en todo el país, impactando los programas federales de Asistencia de Desempleo para… Read more
City Council Approves New Police Reforms
By: Ashmar Mandou City Council approved various police reforms Wednesday afternoon that would now allow for anonymous complaints to be investigated, ending the requirement of destroying disciplinary records, preventing the… Read more
City Reinstates COVID-19 Restrictions
By: Ashmar Mandou The City announced it will reinstate COVID-19 restrictions for bars, restaurants, gyms, and persona services as a precautionary move in response to a heightened number of cases… Read more
Living Life in Limbo
With schools set to open in just a few weeks and numbers continuing to rise throughout the United States, parents across Chicagoland are struggling with what to do. Most schools… Read more
Chicago City Council Latino Caucus Foundation Names New Executive Director
The Chicago City Council Latino Caucus Foundation (CLCF) announced Micaela Vargas as their new Executive Director. Working alongside Chicago City Council Latino Caucus members and public and private partners, the… Read more
La ciudad restablece las restricciones de COVID-19
Por: Ashmar Mandou La Ciudad anunció que restablecerá las restricciones de COVID-19 para bares, restaurantes, gimnasios y servicios personales como medida preventiva en respuesta a un mayor número de casos… Read more
Viviendo la vida en el limbo
Con las escuelas abiertas en solo unas pocas semanas y el número sigue aumentando en todo Estados Unidos, los padres de todo Chicagoland están luchando con qué hacer. La mayoría… Read more
Chicago City Council Latino Caucus Foundation nombra nuevo director ejecutivo
La Fundación Latino Caucus del Consejo de la Ciudad de Chicago (CLCF) anunció a Micaela Vargas como su nueva Directora Ejecutiva. Trabajando junto a los miembros del Caucus Latino del… Read more
Pandemic Causing Rise in Opioid Overdose
By: Ashmar Mandou According to a health alert issued by the Chicago Department of Public Health earlier this month, there is a significant rise in opioid deaths compared to last… Read more
Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority to Provide Funding for Illinois Organizations Offering COVID-19 Relief
The Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority (ICJIA) announced it will make $7.1 million in funding available to organizations providing support services and resources to communities hit hardest by the ongoing… Read more
MSI Summer Brain Games Program Encourages Kids to Explore the City
The Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago (MSI) is launching its ninth annual Summer Brain Games program with new ways to provide access to science learning. Summer Brain Games invites… Read more
Completing the Census is a Social Justice Issue
A survey recording a household’s likelihood to complete the census conducted by the U.S Census Bureau in 2018 reported that nearly a quarter of Americans said they would not complete… Read more
Gov. Pritzker Announces Expanded COVID-19 Mobile Testing Program
By: Ashmar Mandou On Wednesday during a visit to a mobile testing site at Coles Elementary School, Governor JB Pritzker announced the expansion of the state’s mobile testing operation with… Read more
‘Taste of Chicago To-Go’
The Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) announced the reimagined “Taste of Chicago To-Go” from July 8 to 12 that will still allow food lovers to enjoy one of the city’s most beloved summertime traditions. Taste of… Read more
Villanueva Encourages Youth Employment Assistance Providers to Apply for State Grant
With young people facing high rates of unemployment during the COVID-19 pandemic, State Senator Celina Villanueva (D-Chicago) announced that the Illinois Youth Investment Program is extending its grant application deadline… Read more
AMPT Chicago Introduces New Executive Director
Pilsen’s ángela munguía selected to lead capacity-building support organization AMPT: Advancing Nonprofits (AMPT) announces ángela munguía as its first executive director, effective June 29. AMPT is a new, Chicago-based initiative… Read more
“El sabor de Chicago esta Aqui”
El Departamento de Asuntos Culturales y Eventos Especiales (DCASE) anunció el reinventado “Taste of Chicago To-Go” del 8 al 12 de julio que aún permitirá a los amantes de la… Read more
AMPT Chicago presenta nuevo director ejecutivo
Ángela Munguía de Pilsen seleccionada para dirigir la organización de apoyo al desarrollo de capacidades AMPT: Advancing Nonprofits (AMPT) anuncia a ángela munguía como su primera directora ejecutiva, a partir… Read more
Pappas: Cook County Property Tax Bills Are in the Mail
Second Installment Cook County property tax bills will start to arrive in mailboxes and property owners have until October 1, 2020, to pay without any late charge, Treasurer Maria Pappas… Read more
‘SummerDance in Place’
Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot and the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) announced the full lineup for “SummerDance in Place,” a new citywide, at-home version of the summertime tradition, Chicago SummerDance. Presented by… Read more
McDonald’s Restaurants in Chicago Anticipate Massive Hiring this Summer
As states and communities continue to re-open their economies, McDonald’s restaurants are expecting to hire approximately 260,000 restaurant employees nationally this summer. This comes as McDonald’s restaurants begin to welcome… Read more
Fourth of July Fun
By: Ashmar Mandou The summer holidays may look a little different because of COVID-19 and social distancing, but that shouldn’t hinder you from having a festive time. Even if it’s… Read more
Pappas: facturas de impuestos de propiedad del condado de Cook están en el correo
Las facturas de impuestos a la propiedad del Condado de Cook de la segunda entrega comenzarán a llegar a los buzones y los propietarios tienen hasta el 1 de octubre… Read more
Los restaurantes McDonald’s en Chicago Anticipan una contratación masiva este verano
A medida que los estados y las comunidades continúen reabriendo sus economías, los restaurantes McDonald’s esperan contratar aproximadamente 260,000 empleados de restaurantes a nivel nacional este verano. Esto sucede cuando… Read more
Diversión del Cuatro de Julio
Por: Ashmar Mandou Las vacaciones de verano pueden parecer un poco diferentes debido a COVID-19 y el distanciamiento social, pero eso no debería impedir que tengas un momento festivo. Incluso… Read more
Peoples Gas and North Shore Gas Extend Relief to Utility Customers Amid COVID-19 Pandemic
Peoples Gas and North Shore Gas, in coordination with multiple consumer groups, announced several additional benefits to assist customers with hardships they may be facing as a result of the… Read more
What Are the Benefits of the Census?
In the chaos of today’s world, it can be easy for people to feel like they don’t have a voice. There’s so much noise and turmoil, it can feel like… Read more
Latino Art Beat Wraps Up 2020 Youth Art, Film Competition
Due to the Covid19 worldwide pandemic arts organization have either temporarily suspended their programs or offered limited services virtually to their base. LATINO ART BEAT (LAB) despite all the inherent… Read more
ComEd Inspiring Students
By: Ashmar Mandou As students navigate the new normal this summer, ComEd steps in to engage their attention with an array of STEM videos, virtual activities, and interactive experiments. Available… Read more
Latino Art Beat concluye 2020 Youth Art, Film Competition
Debido a la pandemia mundial COVID 19, Latino Art Beat ha suspendido temporalmente sus programas u ofrece servicios virtuales limitados prácticamente en su base. LATINO ART BEAT (LAB) a pesar… Read more
Mayor Lightfoot Introduces Ordinance to Provide Tenant Protections
Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot introduced a new ordinance to provide substantive protections to tenants and minimize the number of evictions across the city due to the unprecedented COVID-19 health and… Read more
HOPE Fair Housing Center Names Evelyn Sanguinetti New Executive Director
Following a national search, the HOPE Fair Housing Center has named Evelyn Sanguinetti as its new executive director. Sanguinetti is the former lieutenant governor of Illinois. HOPE was established in… Read more
City Seeks Funding from CARES Act
By: Ashmar Mandou The City of Chicago is seeking the ability from the City Council Committee on Budget and Government Operations to appropriate $1.13 billion in Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and… Read more
Historic Little Village Arch Unveils BLM Banners
Caption by Ashmar Mandou Little Village Chamber of Commerce Board joined local elected officials, business, activists, and community leaders to unveil four Black Lives Matter Banners installed and displayed on… Read more
HOPE Fair Housing Center nombra a Evelyn Sanguinetti nueva directora ejecutiva
Tras una búsqueda nacional, el Centro de Vivienda Justa de HOPE ha nombrado a Evelyn Sanguinetti como su nueva directora ejecutiva. Sanguinetti es el ex teniente gobernador de Illinois. HOPE… Read more
Arco histórico de Little Village Presenta Pancartas BLM
Por Ashmar Mandou La Junta de la Cámara de Comercio de Little Village se unió a funcionarios electos locales, empresas, activistas y líderes comunitarios para presentar cuatro pancartas de Black… Read more
DCASE Announces Reimagined Summer Events
Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot and the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) announced a slate of new and reimagined summer events including at-home dance parties, drive-in movies, virtual concerts and community meals… Read more
Chicago Cares Hosts Supply Drive on South, West Neighborhoods
Chicago Cares’ community partners on the South and West Sides organized their communities in this difficult moment as the city continues to protest police brutality. To support their work, Chicago… Read more
City Announces ‘Chicago Resiliency Fund’
By: Ashmar Mandou On Wednesday, Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot, The Resurrection Project and Open Society Foundations announced the “Chicago Resiliency Fund” – an up to $5 million cash assistance program to… Read more
Cook County Board Announces Recovery Fund for Small Businesses, Independent Contractors
Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle announced that applications are now open for the Community Recovery Loan Fund. Launched as part of the Bureau of Economic Development’s Community Recovery Initiative, the… Read more
La Ciudad Anuncia el “Fondo de Recuperación de Chicago”
Por: Ashmar Mandou El miércoles, la alcaldesa Lori E. Lightfoot, The Resurrection Project y Open Society Foundations anunciaron el “Fondo de Recuperación de Chicago”, un programa de asistencia en efectivo… Read more
HACIA, St. Augustine College to Offer Free Pre-Apprenticeship Programs
HACIA (The Hispanic American Construction Industry Association) and St. Augustine College’s Institute for Workforce Education, offer the following Free Pre-Apprenticeship Programs, designed to help participants prepare for entrance into apprenticeship… Read more
YMCA of Metro Chicago Announces Permanent Closures of Three Y Centers Amid the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic
The YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago announced that it is permanently closing three of its 17 Y centers – the Leaning Tower YMCA in Niles, the Lattof YMCA in Des Plaines,… Read more
Cicero Rallies Together to Protect Businesses
By: Ashmar Mandou After days of protests over the heartrending killing of George Floyd by Minneapolis police officers, Cicero experienced a slew of vandalism and broken store front windows by… Read more
‘Silence is Violence’
hundreds march in peaceful protest in Pilsen Caption by Ashmar Mandou As thousands protest the tragic killing of George Floyd by Minneapolis Police Officers all over the City, it has… Read more
HACIA, St. Augustine College ofrecerá programas gratuitos de pre-aprendizaje
HACIA (La Asociación Hispanoamericana de la Industria de la Construcción) y el Instituto de Educación Laboral de St. Augustine College, ofrecen los siguientes Programas de pre-aprendizaje gratuitos, diseñados para ayudar… Read more
YMCA de Metro Chicago anuncia el cierre permanente de tres centros Y en medio de la pandemia de coronavirus (COVID-19)
El YMCA del Metropolitan Chicago anunció que cerrará permanentemente tres de sus 17 centros Y: la YMCA de la Torre Inclinada en Niles, el YMCA de Lattof en Des Plaines… Read more
Cicero se Une para Proteger a los Negocios
Por: Ashmar Mandou Después de días de protestas por el desgarrador asesinato de George Floyd por parte de los agentes de policía de Minneapolis, Cicero experimentó una gran cantidad de… Read more
Tracing Cases in Chicago
By: Ashmar Mandou As the City of Chicago commits to reopening more businesses in the coming weeks, the Chicago Department of Public Health announced its plan to expand contact tracing… Read more
City on Track to Begin Reopening in Early June
Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot, in partnership with the Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH), industry leaders, labor leaders, and public officials from around Chicago, released industry-specific guidelines for businesses, employees,… Read more
CDPH Announces Expansion Mental Health Support
The Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) announced a package of mental health supports for Chicago residents who may be facing challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The pandemic has… Read more
Illinois General Assembly Provides Over $90 Million in Key Relief to Address Disparities
Courtesy of Illinois Coalition for Immigrant and Refugee Rights The Illinois General Assembly has concluded its special session to pass a state budget and address the COVID-19 pandemic. As part… Read more
Seguimiento de casos en Chicago
Por: Ashmar Mandou A medida que la Ciudad de Chicago se compromete a reabrir más negocios en las próximas semanas, el Departamento de Salud Pública de Chicago anunció su plan… Read more
ICJIA Announces $31.5 Million in Grant Opportunities to Support the Restore, Reinvest, and Renew (R3) Program
The Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority (ICJIA) announced two funding opportunities to support Restore, Reinvest, and Renew (R3) programming in historically underserved communities across Illinois. Grants are available for community… Read more
Celebrating Puerto Rican Culture and Community with the Puerto Rican Festival of Chicago
Courtesy of Puerto Rican Festival of Chicago It was announced last week that Cook County has surpassed Queens, New York for the most cases of COVID-19 in the entire nation…. Read more
Virtual Mole de Mayo Goes Live
Pilsen-based nonprofit, Economic Strategies Development Corporation (ESDC) announces its livestream music performance lineup and list of participating local restaurants featuring their specialty mole dish at this year’s Virtual Mole de… Read more
Fun Ways to Celebrate Memorial Day at Home
By: Ashmar Mandou Although our plans may be different this year due to the coronavirus pandemic, there are still an abundant of ways to enjoy Memorial Day with your family… Read more
Celebrando la cultura y la comunidad puertorriqueña con el Festival Puertorriqueño de Chicago
Cortesía del Festival Puertorriqueño de Chicago. La semana pasada se anunció que el Condado de Cook ha superado a Queens, Nueva York, en la mayoría de los casos de COVID-19… Read more
Formas Divertidas de Celebrar el Día de los Caídos en Casa
Por: Ashmar Mandou Aunque nuestros planes pueden ser diferentes este año debido a la pandemia de coronavirus, todavía hay muchas maneras de disfrutar el Día de los Caídos con su… Read more
Lightfoot, BACP Announce Rules for Third-Party Food Delivery
Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot and Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection (BACP) Commissioner Rosa Escareno announced new rules for third-party food delivery companies to increase transparency and fair competition. Effective Friday,… Read more
Self-Care Starts With Self-Worth: Simple Steps to Maintain Mental and Emotional Equanimity
“How we take care of ourselves directly correlates to the way we value ourselves, our self-worth,” says Anne Ockene Boudreau, author of the new book, “A Human Mosaic: Heal, Renew,… Read more
Coping Amid COVID-19
By: Ashmar Mandou A recent mental health poll by the Kaiser Family Foundation found that “nearly 45 percent of adults across the United States say that worry and stress related… Read more
Free Mask Drive Thru
Berwyn Township Assessor David Avila will join Alderman Rafael Avila, Alderman Scott Lennon, Berwyn Census 2020 and Educational Giving Tree to host a free mask drive-thru giveaway in order to keep… Read more
Lightfoot, BACP Anuncian Reglas para la Entrega de Alimentos de Terceras Personas
La alcaldesa Lori E. Lightfoot y la comisionada del Departamento de Asuntos Comerciales y Protección del Consumidor (BACP) Rosa Escareno anunciaron nuevas reglas para las empresas de entrega de alimentos… Read more
Lidiando en Medio de COVID-19
Por: Ashmar Mandou Una encuesta reciente de salud mental realizada por la Kaiser Family Foundation encontró que “casi el 45 por ciento de los adultos en los Estados Unidos dicen… Read more
Teachers Will Get Credit for Remote Learning Transition
The Illinois Education Association (IEA) announced in a video on Facebook on Tuesday that teachers and paraprofessionals can earn Professional Development clock hours for time spent transitioning from in-person learning… Read more
COVID-19 Underscores Why Vulnerable Communities Must Complete the Census
Cook County’s mission is to ensure that communities across the county are responding to the 2020 Census not despite, but rather because of the global pandemic that is COVID-19. Forty… Read more
‘It’s Going to Be Challenging, But I’m Looking Forward to Bringing on Changes’ – Cook County Commissioner Frank Aguilar
By: Ashmar Mandou Former state representative and longtime Mexican activist Frank Aguilar was recently voted to serve as the successor to Cook County Commissioner Jeffrey Tobolski (16th District), who resigned… Read more
Cicero Files Lawsuit Against City View, Illinois Dept. of Public Health and Gov. Pritzker
By: Ashmar Mandou Amid reports of COVID-19 afflicting two nursing homes in Cicero, on Friday Town President Larry Dominick filed a lawsuit condemning City View Multicare Center of “negligent failures”… Read more
Los Maestros Obtendrán Crédito por la Transición de Aprendizaje Remoto
La Asociación de Educación de Illinois (IEA) anunció en un video en Facebook el martes que los maestros y paraprofesionales pueden ganar horas de desarrollo profesional por el tiempo dedicado… Read more
‘Va a Ser Desafiante, pero Estoy Listo para Traer Cambios “Comisionado del Condado de Cook Frank Aguilar
Por: Ashmar Mandou Frank Aguilar, ex representante estatal y activista mexicano desde hace mucho tiempo, fue seleccionado recientemente para ser el sucesor del comisionado del condado de Cook, Jeffrey Tobolski… Read more
Cicero Presenta Demanda Contra City View, Illinois Departamento de Salud Pública y al Gobernador Pritzker
Por: Ashmar Mandou En medio de informes de COVID-19 que afectan a dos asilos de ancianos en Cicero, el viernes, el presidente Larry Dominick presentó una demanda condenando a City… Read more
The Mom Project Launches $500K ‘Stronger Together’ Fund to Keep Moms Working
The Mom Project, the leading career destination for moms, announced a special program that will fund $500,000 in grants to boost employment and support businesses amidst the economic turbulence caused… Read more
City Announces Housing Solidarity Pledge
By: Ashmar Mandou On Wednesday, the City of Chicago joined the Department of Housing (DOH) Commissioner Marisa Novara and Chicago’s housing lenders and landlord associations to announce the Chicago Housing… Read more
City Partners with Airbnb to Help Victims Fleeing Violence
The City of Chicago announced a new partnership with Airbnb to support residents fleeing violence during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. Airbnb has worked through its hotel partners to… Read more
CDPH Release Test Results Collected at Former Crawford Generating Station
Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot joined Commissioner of the Chicago Department of Public Health, Allison Arwady, M.D., in releasing validated test results from samples taken to monitor environmental impact from the… Read more
The Mom Project lanza un fondo de $ 500K “Más fuertes juntos” para mantener a las madres trabajando
The Mom Project, anunció un programa especial que financiará $ 500,000 en subvenciones para impulsar el empleo y apoyar a las empresas en medio de la turbulencia económica causada por… Read more
La Ciudad Anuncia la Promesa de Solidaridad de Vivienda
Por: Ashmar Mandou El miércoles, la ciudad de Chicago se unió a la comisionada del Departamento de Vivienda (DOH), Marisa Novara, y a los prestamistas de vivienda y las asociaciones… Read more
Resultados de la prueba de lanzamiento de CDPH recopilados en Antigua estación generadora de Crawford
La alcaldesa Lori E. Lightfoot se unió al comisionado del Departamento de Salud Pública de Chicago, Allison Arwady, MD, en la publicación de resultados de pruebas validadas de muestras tomadas… Read more
Cook County Assessor’s Office Announces Changes to Assessments and Appeals Due to COVID-19
The Cook County Assessor’s Office announced updated information about its plans to reassess the southern and western suburbs of Cook County and adjust property values in the northern suburbs and… Read more
Pritzker Administration Releases WI-FI Hotspot Map to Support Students
Illinois state agencies released a Wi-Fi hotspot map to help students across the state who lack internet access in their homes. The effort was spearheaded by the Illinois Board of… Read more
Latino Caucus Calling for Mortgage, Rent Relief
By: Ashmar Mandou The Chicago City Council Progressive Reform Caucus alongside the Chicago City Council Latino Caucus mutually reinforced on Monday their support for two measures designed to provide relief… Read more
Mexican American Activist, Former State Legislator Frank Aguilar Named to Succeed Tobolski
Democratic Committeemen in the 16th Cook County Board District last Wednesday voted to name Frank J. Aguilar, a former state representative and activist in the Mexican American community, to serve… Read more
Caucus Latino Pide Apoyo en Hipotecas y Rentas
Por: Ashmar Mandou El Caucus de Reforma Progresiva del Consejo de la Ciudad de Chicago junto con el Caucus Latino del Consejo de la Ciudad de Chicago reforzaron mutuamente el… Read more
Activista Mexicoamericano, Ex legislador Estatal Frank Aguilar Nombrado para Reemplazar aTobolski
Los miembros del Comité Demócrata en el Distrito 16 de la Junta del Condado de Cook votaron el miércoles pasado para nombrar a Frank J. Aguilar, un ex representante estatal… Read more
Peoples Gas, North Shore Gas Contribute Funding to Service Organizations in Response to COVID-19 Crisis
Peoples Gas and North Shore Gas will contribute more than $1 million in funding, as well as personal protective equipment, to help 42 community organizations across the region provide vital… Read more
‘We cannot become invisible’
By: Ashmar Mandou On the heels of emerging COVID-19 data collected by the Enigma Forensics from the Illinois Department of Public Health showcasing the disproportionate impact of the virus on… Read more
April is Child Abuse Prevention Month
April is Child Abuse Prevention Month in Illinois, and to increase awareness the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services released a new public service announcement highlighting simple things everyone… Read more
Professor Points Out Behaviors to Adapt as Society Battles COVID-19
As society digs into its battle against COVID-19, a health researcher at Ball State University recommends behaviors that to adapt as soon as possible to avoid illness. “Our society is… Read more
“No podemos volvernos invisibles”
Por: Ashmar Mandou Tras los datos emergentes de COVID-19 recopilados por Enigma Forensics del Departamento de Salud Pública de Illinois que muestran el impacto desproporcionado del virus en la comunidad… Read more
La Casa Norte Continues to Serve Chicago’s Most Vulnerable Populations
At the request of the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services, La Casa Norte has created an additional 50 overnight beds for youth confronting homelessness. Their overnight beds and… Read more
Illinois SNAP Recipients Will Begin Receiving Maximum Benefit
The Illinois Department of Human Services announced on Tuesday that more than 450,000 Illinois households will receive additional Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits beginning this week. All who are… Read more
City Signs Order to Protect Immigrant, Refugee Communities During COVID-19
By: Ashmar Mandou On Tuesday, Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot signed an executive order guaranteeing that all benefits and services provided or administered by the City of Chicago are available to… Read more
Cook County Commissioner Anaya Demands Action from Cook County Jail
Courtesy of Cook County Commissioner Alma Anaya As of today, the first death of a Cook County Jail detainee has been reported along with a combined total of nearly 300… Read more
La Casa Norte continúa sirviendo a las poblaciones más vulnerables de Chicago
A pedido del Departamento de Servicios para Niños y Familias de Illinois, La Casa Norte ha creado 50 camas adicionales durante la noche para los jóvenes que se enfrentan sin… Read more
La Ciudad Firma una Orden para Proteger a las Comunidades de Inmigrantes y Refugiados Durante COVID-19
Por: Ashmar Mandou El martes, el alcalde Lori E. Lightfoot firmó una orden ejecutiva que garantiza que todos los beneficios y servicios proporcionados o administrados por la ciudad de Chicago… Read more
Cook County Announces National Census Awareness Week
The Cook County Complete Count Commission has designated the week of March 30 through April 3 Census Awareness Week. The Cook County Complete Count Census Commission’s Program Administrator, The William… Read more
Maria Pappas Launches Animated Iguana and Song to Ease Concerns of Children During Coronavirus Scare
At a time when children may need the comfort that only a pet can provide, an electronic iguana might be the perfect answer, says Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas. The… Read more
Funding Underway for Local Entrepreneurs
By: Ashmar Mandou During a press conference on Tuesday afternoon, Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot, Treasurer Melissa Conyears-Ervin, the Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection (BACP) and other private sponsors… Read more
Exelon, COMED Donate $2 million to Illinois Covid-19 Response Fund
The Exelon Foundation, along with ComEd and Exelon Generation, announced a $2 million donation to the Illinois COVID-19 Response Fund to help Illinois residents impacted by the pandemic. This donation… Read more
Fondos en Marcha para Empresarios Locales
Por: Ashmar Mandou Durante una conferencia de prensa el martes por la tarde, la alcaldesa Lori E. Lightfoot, la tesorera Melissa Conyears-Ervin, el Departamento de Asuntos Comerciales y Protección del… Read more
Exelon, COMED Done $ 2 millones al Fondo de Respuesta Covid-19 de Illinois
La Fundación Exelon, junto con ComEd y Exelon Generation, anunciaron una donación de $ 2 millones al Fondo de Respuesta COVID-19 de Illinois para ayudar a los residentes de Illinois… Read more
While Your Children Are at Home
By: Nina Dueñas, Sr. Vice President of Children’s Programs, El Valor You and your children are now adjusting to a new way of living. Like all change, it takes a… Read more
‘Don’t let this take over your psyche, we are in this together’
By: Ashmar Mandou As Chicagoans continue to face increasing challenges during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, several measures have been put in place in the last week that have caused an… Read more
City Warns Against Consumer Fraud Amid COVID-19 Outbreak
By: Ashmar Mandou The Chicago Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection (BACP) Commissioner Rosa Escareno on Wednesday announced guidance for Chicago’s residents to be aware of and avoid consumer… Read more
What Latinos Should Know About 2020 Census
By: Ashmar Mandou Are Census Counts Accurate When It Comes to Latinos? The Census often undercounts certain hard-to-reach populations. These include rural communities, communities of color, immigrants, young children and… Read more
‘No dejes que esto se apodere de tu psique, estamos juntos en esto’
Por: Ashmar Mandou A medida que los habitantes de Chicago continúan enfrentando desafíos cada vez mayores durante la pandemia del coronavirus (COVID-19), se han implementado varias medidas en la última… Read more
Lo que los Latinos Deben Saber Sobre el Censo 2020
Por Ashmar Mandou ¿Son exactos los recuentos del censo cuando se trata de latinos? El censo a menudo no cuenta ciertas poblaciones de difícil acceso. Estos incluyen comunidades rurales, comunidades… Read more
City Announces Temporary Suspension of Debt Collection
Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot Wednesday announced that the City of Chicago will be temporarily suspending debt collection practices and non-safety related citations and impounds, as well as penalties for late payment. This… Read more
Social Distancing Tips: Ways to Stay Both Sane and Safe
By: Ashmar Mandou Practicing social distancing to mitigate the COVID-19 pandemic may sound scary or impossible to do, but there are ways to appropriately handle the process. The Centers for… Read more
Social Distancing Executive Order for Cook County Employees
Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle issued an executive order limiting public access to County facilities and reducing the number of employees in Offices Under the President required to work… Read more
ComEd Taking Steps to Support Customers
In coordination with work being led by Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker, Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot and Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle to protect Illinoisans, ComEd is taking action to… Read more
La Ciudad Anuncia la Suspensión Tamporal del Cobro de Deudas
La Alcaldesa Lori E. Lightfoot anunció el miércoles que la Ciudad de Chicago suspenderá temporalmente las prácticas de cobro de deudas y las multas y confiscaciones no relacionadas con la… Read more
Orden Ejecutiva de Distanciamiento Social para Empleados del Condado de Cook
La Presidente de la Junta del Condado de Cook, Toni Preckwinkle, expidió una orden ejecutiva limitando el acceso al público a la instalaciones del Condado y reduciendo el número de… Read more
ComEd Toma Medidas para Apoyar a sus Clientes
En coordinación con el trabajo conducido por el Gob. de Illinois, J.B. Pritzker, la Alcaldesa de Chicago Lori Lightfoot y la Presidente de la Junta del Condado de Cook, Toni… Read more
City Nominates New CEO of the Chicago Housing Authority
Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot announced the nomination of Tracey Scott to serve as CEO of the Chicago Housing Authority (CHA). As CEO, Scott will leverage her more than two decades of… Read more
Clarity Clinic: Coronavirus Fears and What You Can Do to Calm Them
As the coronavirus continues to spread throughout the world, so does the fear. Here in the United States, people are rushing to buy supplies. Face masks, hand sanitizer, toiletries and… Read more
City of Chicago Cancels St. Patrick’s Day Parades
By: Ashmar Mandou City and State officials joined the Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) and Office of Emergency Management and Communications (OEMC) on Wednesday announced the City will postpone… Read more
What You Need to Know About 2020 Census
By: Ashmar Mandou The first documents of the 2020 Census will start hitting mailboxes this week. In anticipation of the form, we have gathered up general questions most people have… Read more
La Ciudad Nomina Nuevo CEO de la Autoridad de la Vivienda de Chicago
La Alcaldesa Lori E. Lightfoot anunció la nominación de Tracy Scott para fungir como CEO de Chicago Housing Authority (CHA). Como CEO, Scott aprovechará sus más de dos décadas de… Read more
Clarity Clinic: Miedo al Coronavirus y qué Hacer para Calmarlo
Según el coronavirus continúa extendiéndose por todo el mundo, de la misma forma crece el miedo. Aquí en Estados Unidos la gente se apresura a comprar suministros. Mascarillas, desinfectante de… Read more
La Ciudad de Chicago Cancela los Desfiles del Día de San Patricio
Por: Ashmar Mandou Funcionarios de la Ciudad y el Estado se unieron al Departamento de Salud Pública (CDPH) y a la Oficina de Gestión de Emergencias y Comunicaciones (OEMC) el… Read more
Lo Que Necesitas Saber Sobre el Censo del 2020
Por: Ashmar Mandou Los primeros documentos del Censo del 2020 empezarán a llegar a los buzones esta semana. En anticipación de esto hemos reunidos preguntas generales que la mayoría de… Read more
New Report: Cavities and Obesity Key Issues Affecting Illinois Children
By: Ashmar Mandou The Illinois Department of Public Health, last week released the “2018-2019 Healthy Smiles, Healthy Growth” study, which specifies that tooth decay and obesity continue to pose significant… Read more
Brighton Park to Construct New Community Center
By: Ashmar Mandou The Brighton Park Neighborhood Council announced their plans to construct a new multi-service community center during a press conference on Monday. The community center will become a… Read more
Early Voting for Presidential Primary Begins
Early Voting for the March 17 Presidential Primary Election began on Monday, with Cook County Clerk Karen A. Yarbrough and the Chicago Board of Election Commissioners kicking things off with… Read more
‘It’s our time’
By: Ashmar Mandou Despite running on vapors, Judge Sandra Ramos is knocking on every day, visiting every church with great fervor to generate support for her run to become the… Read more
Nuevo Reporte: Caries y Obesidad, Problemas Clave que Afectan a los Niños de Illinois
Por: Ashmar Mandou El Departamento de Salud Pública de Illinois, publicó la semana pasada el estudio “2018-2019 Sonrisas Saludables, Crecimiento Saludable”, que especifica que los dientes con caries y la… Read more
Brighton Park Construye Nuevo Centro Comunitario
Por: Ashmar Mandou Brighton Park Neighborhoor Council anunció sus planes de construir un nuevo centro comunitario de servicios múltiples durante una conferencia de prensa el lunes. El centro comunitario será… Read more
Comienza la Votación Presidencial Temprana
La votación temprana para las Elecciones Presidenciales Primarias del 17 de marzo comenzó el lunes, con la secretaria del Condado de Cook, Karen A. Yarbrough, y la Junta de Comisionados… Read more
‘Es Nuestro Tiempo’
Por: Ashmar Mandou A pesar d todo, la Juez Sandra Ramos toca a todas las puertas y visita todas las iglesias con gran fervor para generar apoyo para su carrera… Read more
‘More industry in Little Village and no plan in sight’
By: Ashmar Mandou On Wednesday, the Little Village Environmental Justice Organization held a press conference to discuss the one-year mark of the release of the Little Village Industrial Corridor Modernization… Read more
City of Chicago Grants Funds to Boost Census Participation
Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot announced $700,000 in grant funding for 32 community-based organizations to support the City’s efforts in educating and engaging residents about the upcoming 2020 U.S. Census. The City… Read more
Justice Reyes Historic Journey to Become First Latino on Illinois Supreme Court
By: Ashmar Mandou A trailblazer in every sense of the word. Justice Jesse Reyes, who is the first Latino elected to the Illinois Appellate Court, is not unfamiliar with generating… Read more
Cicero’s Disabilities Program Aims to Provide Assistance to Those Seeking Guidance
Among the many initiatives launched by Town President Larry Dominick following his election in 2005 is the town’s programs to provide jobs and expanded services to the town’s developmentally disabled… Read more
‘Más Industria en La Villita y no Hay Plan a la Vista’
Por: Ashmar Mandou El miércoles, la Organización Justicia Ambiental de La Villita sostuvo una conferencia de prensa para discutir un año de la publicación del Plan de Modernización del Corredor… Read more
La Ciudad de Chicago Concede Fondos para Impulsar la Participación en el Censo
La Alcaldesa Lori E. Lightfoot anunció $700,000 en fondos de subsidio destinados a 32 organizaciones comunitarias para apoyar los esfuerzos de la Ciudad para educar y comprometer a los residentes… Read more
Viaje Histórico del Juez Reyes para Convertirse en el Primer Latino en la Corte Suprema de Illinois
Por Ashmar Mandou Un pionero en todo el sentido de la palabra, el Juez Jesse Reyes, primer latino elegido para la Corte de Apelaciones de Illinois, conocido por generar espacio… Read more
El Programa de Discapacidades de Cicero Tiene Como Objetivo Ayudar a Quienes Buscan Orientación
Entre las muchas iniciativas lanzadas por el Presidente de Cicero, Larry Dominick, tras su elección en el 2005, está el programa de brindar empleos y ampliar servicios a los ciudadanos… Read more
Around Town
Compiled by Ashmar Mandou Ice Skating in Millennium Park Millennium Park Through March 8th Skate under the Chicago skyline at the McCormick Tribune Ice Rink in Millennium Park. Admission to… Read more
Ramova Theater in Bridgeport to Receive TIF Support
By: Ashmar Mandou Bridgeport’s long-vacant Ramova Theater would be rehabilitated as part of a $22.9 million entertainment and dining complex through a financial proposal introduced to City Council Wednesday by… Read more
‘Serving my community is my passion’
By: Ashmar Mandou According to the Point in Time, (PIT), in January of 2017, nearly 6,000 people were identified as homeless in Chicago, a topic newly selected executive director Jose… Read more
‘We repudiate this campaign of intimidation’
By: Ashmar Mandou A pool of elected officials gathered Tuesday morning at the National Museum of Mexican Art to denounce President Trump’s recent announcement of increased agents deploying to ten… Read more
Que Pasa en Chicago
Recopilado por Ashmar Mandou Patinaje Sobre Hielo en el Millennium Park Millennium Park De ahora al 8 de marzo Patine bajo el cielo de Chicago en la Pista de hielo… Read more
El Teatro Ramova de Bridgeport Recibe Apoyo TIF
Por: Ashmar Mandou El Teatro Ramova, de Bridgeport, vacante por mucho tiempo, se rehabilitaría como parte de un complejo de entretenimiento y gastronomía de $ 22.9 millones a través de… Read more
‘Servir a mi Comunidad es mi Pasión’
Por: Ashmar Mandou De acuerdo a Point in Time, (PIT), en enero del 2017, cerca de 6,000 personas fueron identificadas como desamparadas en Chicago, tema recién seleccionado por el director… Read more
‘Repudiamos Esta Campaña de Intimidación’
Por: Ashmar Mandou Un grupo de oficiales electos se reunieron el martes por la mañana en el Museo Nacional de Arte Mexicano para denunciar el reciente anuncio del Presidente Trump… Read more
NBA All-Star Takeover
Compiled by Ashmar Mandou For the first time in 32 years, the NBA All-Star Game is returning to Chicago, bringing the likes of LeBron James, Giannis Antetokounmpo and more of… Read more
Chicago Auto Show’s First Look for Charity Gala Raises $2.8M
Eighteen area charities last Friday shared more than $2.8 million raised by the 2020 Chicago Auto Show’s benevolent event, First Look for Charity, and one attendee left with the keys… Read more
Wicker Park Mardi Gras Party to serve as Fund-Raiser
St. Joseph’s Services will host a Mardi Gras party to draw attention to the many community activities they conduct and to serve as a fund-raiser for those activities. The party… Read more
78 Development Receives New Tenant
By: Ashmar Mandou Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot joined Governor JB Pritzker, the University of Illinois System and Near South Side community members to announce the University of Illinois’ Discovery Partners… Read more
Todo Sobre NBA All-Star
Recopilado por Ashmar Mandou Por primera vez en 32 años, el Juego NBA All-Star regresa a Chicago trayendo a personas como LeBron James, Giannis Antetokounmpo y más de los diestros… Read more
La Gala Benéfica del Auto Show de Chicago Recauda $2.8 Millones
Dieciocho organizaciones benéficas del área compartieron más de $2.8 millones recaudados en el evento benéfico del Auto Show de Chicago 2020., First Look for Charity y un asistente obtuvo las… Read more
Fiesta de Carnaval de Wicker Park Fungirá como Recaudación de Fondos
St. Joseph’s Services será el anfitrión de una fiesta de Carnaval para llamar la atención sobre las muchas actividades comunitarias que conducen y para fungir como recaudación de fondos para… Read more
La Urbanización 78 Recibe Nuevo Inquilino
Por: Ashmar Mandou La Alcaldesa Lori E. Lightfoot se unió al Gobernador JB Pritzker, a University of Illinois System y a miembros de la comunidad de Near South Side para… Read more
Chicago Latino Film Festival Announces Winner of Annual Poster Contest
The International Latino Cultural Center of Chicago (ILCC), producer of the Chicago Latino Film Festival (CLFF), is proud to announce Turkish artist and graphic designer Yağmur Genç as the winner of the 36th Chicago Latino Film Festival… Read more
Chicago Auto Show Returns
The Chicago Auto Show shifts into high gear as it makes its way to McCormick this weekend, February 8th through 17th. The nation’s largest and best-attended auto show, held annually… Read more
Major Reforms for City’s TIF Funds Underway
By: Ashmar Mandou New reforms underway for the City’s tax increment financing (TIF) funds, announced Wednesday. These reforms, which affects how TIF spending occurs within existing districts, will increase transparency for future TIF distributions while… Read more
Coalition Calls for Ban on Facial Recognition Use in Chicago
By: Ashmar Mandou On Tuesday #PressPauseChicago, a coalition of seventy-five groups including Lucy Parsons Labs, the ACLU of Illinois and the National Lawyers Guild, held a press conference to call… Read more
El Festival de Cine Latino de Chicago Anuncia Ganador del Concurso Anual de Carteles
El Cento Cultural Latino Internacional de Chicago (ILCC) productor del Festival de Cine Latino de Chicago (CLFF), se enorgullece en anunciar al artista y diseñador gráfico turco, Agmur Genc, como… Read more
Regresa el Auto Show de Chicago
El Auto Show de Chicago llega a McCormick esta semana, del 8 al 17 de febrero. El Show de Autos más grande y más concurrido de la nación, que se… Read more
Reformas Importantes para los Fondos TIF de la Ciudad
Por: Ashmar Mandou Están en marcha nuevas reformas para los fondos de financiamiento de incremento de impuestos de la ciudad (TIF), se anunció el miércoles. Estas reformas, que afectan como… Read more
Coalición Pide Prohibir el Uso de Reconocimiento Facial en Chicago
Por: Ashmar Mandou El martes, #PressPauseChicago, coalición de setenta y cinco grupos, incluyendo Lucy Parsons Labs, ACLU of Illinois y National Lawyers Guild, sostuvieron una conferencia de prensa para pedir… Read more
WTTW Names Hugo Balta as News Director
Window To The World Communications, Inc. (WWCI), parent of WTTW and WFMT, announced that Hugo Balta has joined the organization as News Director for WTTW News effective February 3, 2020…. Read more
Federal Judge Hears Case Involving DACA-eligible Youth in Detention
On Wednesday, federal judge Andrea Wood heard arguments on a Motion to Compel Discovery on behalf of Jesus Alberto Lopez Gutierrez in a lawsuit against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and… Read more
Illinois DCFS Offers College Scholarships to Current and Former Youth in Care
The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is currently accepting applications for the 2020 DCFS Scholarship Program. Through the program, 53 academic scholarships will be awarded to current and… Read more
Advocates Set Goal to Reduce Gun Violence
By: Ashmar Mandou A coalition of organizations revealed their ambitious plans for 2020 as they aim to reduce gun violence by at least 20 percent as Chicago’s homicide rate is… Read more
WTTW Nombra a Hugo Balta Como Nuevo Director
Window To The World Communications, Inc. (WWCI), matriz de WTTW y WFMT, anunció que Hugo Balta se unirá a la organización como director de Noticias de WTTW News a partir… Read more
Juez Federal Escucha Caso de Detención de Jóvenes Elegibles para DACA
El miércoles, la juez federalAndrea Wood escuchó argumentos sobre una Moción para Obligar Descubrimiento a nombre de Jesús Alberto López Gutiérrez en una demanda contra Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)… Read more
Illinois DCFS Ofrece Becas Universitarias a Jóvenes Atendidos, Actuales y Anteriores
El Departamento de Servicios Familiares e Infantiles de Illinois está aceptando solicitudes para el Programa de Becas DCFS 2020. A través del programa, 53 becas académicas serán otorgadas a jóvenes… Read more
Defensores Fijan Metas para Reducir la Violencia Armada
Por: Ashmar Mandou Una coalición de organizaciones reveló sus ambiciosos planes para el 2020 ya que esperan reducir la violencia armada por lo menos 20 por ciento porque el índice… Read more
Norwegian American Hospital Addresses Food Insecurity in Humboldt Park
By: Ashmar Mandou According to a study commissioned by The Chicago Community Trust, 49 percent of Humboldt Park households received food stamp benefits, and 30 percent of households accessed emergency… Read more
Federal Authorities Screening O’Hare Travelers for Coronavirus
By: Ashmar Mandou The Chicago Department of Public Health held a press conference Tuesday afternoon to state that the City is working in collaboration with the Centers for Disease Control… Read more
Peoples Gas Announces the Opening of Share the Warmth Financial Assistance Program
Peoples Gas reminds customers funding is available through the Share the Warmth financial assistance program for eligible customers and encourages customers who are struggling to pay their heating bills to… Read more
Edgar Gonzalez, Jr. Takes Up 21st District State Representative Seat
Edgar Gonzalez, Jr., a young community activist, organizer and constituent services staffer for Congressman Jesus “Chuy” Garcia, was appointed to the 21st District State Representative seat Friday evening at a… Read more
El Hospital Norwegian American Atiende la Inseguridad en la Comida en Humboldt Park
Por: Ashmar Mandou De acuerdo a un estudio comisionado por Chicago Community Trust, 49 por ciento de las familias de Humboldt Park recibieron beneficios de estampillas de comida y 30… Read more
Peoples Gas Anuncia la Apertura del Programa de Ayuda Financiera ‘Share the Warmth’
Peoples Gas recuerda a los clientes que hay fondos diponibles a través del programa de ayuda financiera ‘Share the Warmth’ para clientes elegibles y anima a los clientes que luchan… Read more
Edgar González Jr, Ocupa el Lugar de Representante Estatal del Distrito 21
Edgar González Jr., joven activista comunitario, organizador y miembro de los servicios constituyentes del Congresista Jesús “Chuy” García, fue nombrado para ocupar el sitio de Representante Estatal del Distrito 21… Read more
Women’s March Chicago to Honor Marchers with Disabilities
Women’s March Chicago will proudly celebrate the historic number of women that Illinois voters swept into office at the city, county, state and national levels, while also honoring marchers with… Read more
Cook County Approves Grants to Help Reach Hard-to-Count Populations for 2020 Census
The Cook County Complete Count Census Commission has approved grants to 69 organizations that will support the County in reaching hard-to-count (HTC) populations during the upcoming 2020 Census. These local municipalities… Read more
Affordable Housing to Expand in Pilsen, Little Village, and Back of the Yards Communities
By: Ashmar Mandou Fourteen apartment buildings with 155 units, scattered across four wards and three communities, will be rehabbed and preserved as affordable by The Resurrection Project (TRP) through financial… Read more
CHA College Students Get Tips on How to ‘Stay the Course’
Representatives from prominent corporate organizations – including BMO Harris, the Chicago Bulls, Northwestern Memorial Hospital and Lyric Opera – networked with 70 Chicago Housing Authority college scholars Wednesday at Loyola… Read more
Pritzker Administration Provides New Path to State Financial Aid for Undocumented and Transgender Students
For the first time in Illinois, eligible undocumented students and transgender students who are disqualified from federal financial aid will now be able to apply for all forms of state… Read more
Rep. Villanueva Occupies Vacated Seat Once Held by Sen. Sandoval
State Representative Celina Villanueva (D-Chicago) was appointed to the 11th District State Senate seat on Tuesday evening by the Democratic Legislative Committee of the 11th Legislative District, after Senator Martin… Read more
Illinois Losing Millions Due to Migration
Illinois is losing billions each year as residents leave and take their earning potential with them. Original analysis by the nonpartisan Illinois Policy Institute found that the state lost out on up to $32… Read more
City Appoints New Director of Workforce Strategy
By: Ashmar Mandou Earlier this week, the City appointed Alberto Ortega as Director of Workforce Strategy and Business Engagement, a role that will require the implementation of a new workforce… Read more
La administración de Pritzker proporciona un nuevo camino a la ayuda financiera estatal para estudiantes indocumentados y transgénero
Por primera vez en Illinois, los estudiantes indocumentados elegibles y los estudiantes transgénero descalificados de la ayuda financiera federal ahora podrán solicitar todas las formas de ayuda financiera estatal. Debido… Read more
Illinois pierde millones debido a la migración
Illinois está perdiendo miles de millones cada año a medida que los residentes se van y llevan consigo su potencial de ingresos. El análisis original del Instituto de Políticas de… Read more
La ciudad nombra nuevo director de estrategia de fuerza laboral
Por: Ashmar Mandou A principios de esta semana, la Ciudad nombró a Alberto Ortega como Director de Estrategia de la Fuerza Laboral y Participación Empresarial, un rol que requerirá la… Read more
MSI Offers Free Entry in January, February
The Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago (MSI), 5700 S. Lake Shore Dr., is offering free Museum Entry to Illinois residents on select dates each week in January and February,… Read more
Chicago A Cappella Presents ‘Fiesta Coral Mexicana’
Chicago a cappella, heralded as “the city’s liveliest, most versatile vocal ensemble,” (Chicago Tribune) celebrates the colorful and dynamic music of Mexico at Fiesta Coral Mexicana, a vibrant concert at… Read more
Check Yourself During Cervical Cancer Awareness Month
By: Ashmar Mandou During the past several decades, screening – testing for cancer before symptoms develop – has reduced deaths from cervical cancer, as doctors have been able to find… Read more
City Creates Community Advisory Council for Lincoln Yards
By: Ashmar Mandou Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot, with the support of Alderman Brian Hopkins (2nd) and developer Sterling Bay, announced the formation of a Community Advisory Council (CAC) that will… Read more
MSI Ofrece Entradas Gratis en Enero y Febrero
El Museo de Ciencias e Industria, Chicago (MSI) 5700 S. Lake Shore Dr., ofrece Entradas gratis al Museo a los residentes de Illinois, en fechas selectas, cada semana, en enero… Read more
Chicago a Cappella Presenta ‘Fiesta Coral Mexicana’
Chicago a cappella, catalogado como “el grupo vocal más versátil y alegre de la ciudad” (Chicago Tribune) celebra la colorida y dinámica música de México en Fiesta Coral Mexicana, vibrante… Read more
La Ciudad Crea un Consejo Asesor Comunitario Para Lincoln Yards
Por Ashmar Mandou La Alcaldesa Lori E. Lightfoot, con el apoyo del Concejal Brian Hopkins (2º) y el urbanizador de Sterling Bay anunciaron la formación de un Consejo Asesor comunitario… Read more
Make This Your Best Year Ever
By: Ashmar Mandou Once we are done with our year-end reflection, it is time to prepare with new goals for the year that is about to start. The New Year… Read more
Making Your Resolutions Stick
By: Ashmar Mandou It can be daunting when your list of New Year’s Resolutions is as long as your holiday shopping list. In addition to the post-holiday slump, not being… Read more
New Laws Coming into Effect in 2020
The City of Chicago, along with various City Departments and agencies, is informing Chicago residents, workers and visitors of major new local laws and regulations that will come into effect in 2020. These new laws include: regulations for ensuring safe… Read more
Lipinski Applauds Cicero’s Services to Senior Citizens at Christmas Celebration
Town President Larry Dominick and the Town of Cicero board including Clerk Maria Punzo-Arias, Supervisor Joe Virruso, Assessor Emilio Cundari, Collector Fran Reitz, and Trustees Larry Banks, Bob Porod, Victor… Read more
New Protections for Chicago’s Immigrants
By: Ashmar Mandou Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot introduced an ordinance on Wednesday afternoon to strengthen protections and provide additional resources for Chicago’s immigrant communities. The Accountability on Communication and Transparency… Read more
Gov. Pritzker Calls on Illinois to Become Best State in Nation for Families Raising Young Children
After making the largest investment ever into early childhood programs and facilities this past year, Governor JB Pritzker gathered with leading early childhood experts on Monday and announced greater state… Read more
Activists Supporting Trump Impeachment
Frigid temperatures didn’t deter the more than 2,000 activists who gathered at Chicago’s Federal Plaza Tuesday night. They joined one of the nation’s largest rallies help under the “Nobody is… Read more
Around Town: Holiday Edition
Social Works A Night at The Museum Date: Thursday, Dec. 19th Time: 6p.m. to 10p.m. Where: The Museum of Science and Industry; 5700 S. Lake Shore Dr. www.socialworkschi.org SocialWorks’ 3rd… Read more
Nuevas Protecciones para los Inmigrantes de Chicago
Por: Ashmar Mandou La Alcaldesa Lori E. Lightfoot introdujo una ordenanza el miércoles por la tarde para fortalecer la protección y brindar recursos adicionales a las comunidades inmigrantes de Chicago…. Read more
El Gob. Pritzker Pide a Illinois que se Convierta en el Mejor Estado de la Nación para Familias Criando Niños
Después de hacer la mayor inversión en programas de educación temprana e instalaciones este pasado año, el Gobernador JB Pritzker se reunió con expertos en educación temprana el lunes y… Read more
Activistas Apoyan el Juicio Político de Trump
Las heladas temperaturas no impidieron que más de 2000 activistas se reunieran en la Plaza Federal de Chicago el martes por la noche. Fue un rally de los mayores de… Read more
Que Pasa en Chicago: Edición Navideña
Trabajo Social: Una Noche en el Museo Fecha: Jueves, 19 de diciembre Hora: 6 p.m. a 10 p.m. Donde: Museo de Ciencias e Industria; 5700 S. lake Shore Dr www.socialworkschi.org… Read more
Steppenwolf for Young Adults Announces Casting for I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter Adaptation
Steppenwolf for Young Adults (SYA) is proud to produce the world premiere of I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter, based on the New York Times Bestseller and National Book… Read more
State Officials Worry Over New SNAP Regulations
By: Ashmar Mandou New rules for those who receive federal food assistance are expected to impacts thousands of people in Cook County. Nearly 50,000 Cook County residents who are able-bodied,… Read more
Navy Pier, Chicago’s Top New Year’s Eve Destination, Toasts to 2020
Navy Pier, the Midwest’s top-visited destination, is the place to be this New Year’s Eve. Say goodbye to 2019 and hello to 2020 at Chicago’s favorite New Year’s Eve headquarters… Read more
ComEd to Help Local Residents Through Community Resource Fair
By: Ashmar Mandou This Saturday, ComEd, Nicor Gas, and CEDA representatives will descend onto the Summit Park District to encourage customers to take full advantage of the many programs available… Read more
Steppenwolf for Young Adults Anuncia el Casting para la Adaptación de I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter
Steppenwolf for Young Adults (SYA) se enorgullece en producir la prèmière mundial de I Am Nor Your Perfect Mexican Daughter (No Soy tu Hija Mexicana Perfecta), basada en el bestseller… Read more
Funcionarios Estatales Preocupados por las Nuevas Regulaciones de SNAP
Por: Ashmar Mandou Nuevas reglas para quienes reciben asistencia federal en alimentos se espera impacte a miles de personas en el Condado de Cook. Cerca de 50,000 residentes del Condado… Read more
Navy Pier, Principal Destino de Fin de Año de Chicago, Brinda por el 2020
Navy Pier, el lugar más visitado del Medio Oeste, es el lugar adecuado para celebrar la Víspera de Año Nuevo. Diga adiós al 2019 y hola al 2020 en el… Read more
ComEd Ayuda a Residentes Locales a Través de Feria de Recursos Comunitaria
Por Ashmar Mandou Este sábado, representantes de ComEd, Nicor Gas y CEDA llegarán a Summit Park District par animar a los clientes a aprovechar los muchos programas disponibles para ellos… Read more
Illinois Lottery Brings on the Holiday Spirit
The Illinois Lottery is spreading good cheer all season long with the Illinois Lottery Holiday Surprise Truck, which will be making stops at holiday markets and malls throughout Illinois throughout… Read more
Cicero Chamber of Commerce Launches New Chapter
More than 44 businesses and 20 leaders from the Town of Cicero and community organizations launched the new Cicero Chamber of Commerce during a dinner meeting at Langostinos Restaurant on… Read more
Chicago Park District Opens Online Registration for Winter Programs
The Chicago Park District announced online registration for winter park programming opens this week, following a strong fall session. This marks the third consecutive year in the history of the… Read more
Congressman Chuy García: ‘When big banks get bigger, taxpayers lose’
Protecting Consumers from the Pitfalls of Bank Mergers By: Ashmar Mandou Congressman Jesús “Chuy” García (D-Ill.), member of the House of Representatives Committee on Financial Services and United States Senator… Read more
La Lotería de Illinois Trae el Espíritu Navideño
La Lotería de Illinois está difundiendo buenos ánimos durante la temporada con el Camión de Navidad Sorpresa de la Lotería de Illinois, que se detendrá en los mercados y centros… Read more
La Cámara de Comercio de Cicero Lanza Nuevo Capítulo
Más de 44 comercios y 20 líderes del Municipio de Cicero y organizaciones comunitarias, lanzaron la nueva Cámara de Comercio de Cicero durante una comida en Langostinos Restaurant en la… Read more
El Distrito de Parques de Chicago Abre Inscripción en Línea para Programas de Invierno
El Distrito de Parques de Chicago anunció su inscripción en línea para la programación de invierno del parque, que empieza esta semana, tras una fuerte temporada de otoño. Esto marca… Read more
Congresista Chuy García: ‘Cuando los Grandes Bancos Crecen, los Contribuyentes Pierden’
Protegiendo a los Consumidores de las Trampas de las Fusiones Bancarias. Por: Ashmar Mandou El Congresista Jesús “Chuy” García (D-III.), miembro del Comité de Servicios Financieros de la Cámara de… Read more
Give Thanks for Family, Friends, and Food Safety This Thanksgiving
Many people look forward to turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, and everything else that may go with their Thanksgiving meal. But one thing you do not want to go with your… Read more
Mayor Lightfoot, DPD Announce Community Celebrations to Kickoff Invest South/West Planning
Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot and the Department of Planning and Development (DPD) on Monday announced a series of community engagement events beginning next month as the next steps in the… Read more
Giving Tuesday: Help Your Local Community
By: Ashmar Mandou Giving Tuesday was created in 2012 as a simple idea to encourage people to do good and one of the best ways to get involved is in… Read more
Around Town: Holiday Edition
Compiled by Ashmar Mandou The Polar Express Union Station, 225 S. Canal St. Through December 29th Price Range: $48-$70 www.chicagothepolarexpressride.com Set to the sounds of the motion picture soundtrack, passengers… Read more
DA Gracias por la Familia, los Amigos y Tener un Plato en la Mesa Este Día De Acción de Gracias
Mucha gente dstá esperando por el pavo, el relleno, el puré de papa y todo lo que va con una comida del Día de Acción de Gracias. Pero algo que… Read more
La Alcaldesa Lightfoot y DPD Anuncian Celebraciones Comunitarias para Iniciar la Planeación de Inversión Sur/Oeste
La Alcaldesa Lori E. Lightfoot y el Departamento de Planeación y Desarrollo (DPD) anunciaron el lunes una serie de eventos de compromiso comunitario a partir del próximo mes, como los… Read more
Martes de Donaciones: Ayude a su Comunidad Local
Por: Ashmar Mandou Martes de Donaciones fue creado en el 2012 como una sencilla idea de animar a la gente a hacer el bien y una de las mejores formas… Read more
Que Pasa en Chicago: Edición Navideña
Recopilado por Ashmar Mandou The Polar Express Union Statioon, 225 S. Canal St. De ahora al 29 de diciembre Precio: $48-$70 www.chicagothepolarexpressride.com A los sonidos de la banda sonora de… Read more
City Forms Inclusionary Housing Task Force
By: Ashmar Mandou Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot and Department of Housing (DOH) Commissioner Marisa Novara announced the 20 community advocates who will make up the new Inclusionary Housing Task Force… Read more
Governor JB Pritzker, DHS Celebrate One-of-a-Kind Community Partnership in Lawndale
By: Ashmar Mandou On Wednesday Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) Secretary Grace B. Hou joined the Lawndale Christian Health Center CEO Bruce Miller to… Read more
Explore Chicago’s Holiday Celebrations
Compiled by Ashmar Mandou A Christmas Carol Through December 29th Goodman Theatre Price Range: $25-$89 Dickens’ holiday classic is the iconic tale of greedy businessman Ebenezer Scrooge, whose sizable bank… Read more
Shedd Aquarium Holds Public Vote on Name for Beluga Calf
At an Asleep with the Fishes overnight event last week, Shedd Aquarium launched a public vote to decide on a name for the beluga calf born at the aquarium in… Read more
El Gobernador JB Pritzker y DHS Celebran una Asociación Comunitaria Unica en Lawndale
Por Ashmar Mandou El miércoles, el Gobernador JB Pritzker y la Secretaria del Departamento de Servicios Humanos de Illinois (IDHS), Grace B. Hou, se unieron a Bruce Miller, CEO de… Read more
Explore las Celebraciones Navideñas de Chicago
Recopilado por Ashmar Mandou Un Coro Navideño De ahora al 29 de diciembre Goodman Theatre Precio: $25-$89 El clásico navideño de Dickens es el cuento icónico del codicioso comerciante Ebenezer… Read more
Around Town
Compiled by Ashmar Mandou Christkindlmarket Through December 24th, 2019 Daley Plaza, Washington and Dearborn Streets Free www.christkindlmarket.com Ice Skating in Millennium Park Through March 8th, 2020 Millennium Park, 55 N…. Read more
Defending DACA
By: Ashmar Mandou On Tuesday the U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments on the legality of the Trump administration’s termination of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA). The outcome of… Read more
City Unveils Minimum Wage Plan, Hope for Tipped Workers
By: Ashmar Mandou Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot on Wednesday introduced a plan to raise the minimum wage in Chicago to $15 per hour by 2021. This ordinance, aims to increase… Read more
Google Opens Second Chicago Office
Earlier this month, Google unveiled its second office in Chicago and announced plans for the space to serve as a hub for its growing Cloud team in the region. What… Read more
Que Pasa en Chicago
Recopilado por Ashmar Mandou Christkindlmarket De ahora al 24 de diciembre, 2019 Plaza Daley, Washington & Dearborn Gratis www.christkindlmarket.com Patinaje sobre el Hielo en Millennium Park De ahora al 8… Read more
La Ciudad Revela Plan del Salario Mínimo, Esperanza para los Trabajadores que Reciben Propina
Por Ashmar Mandou La Alcaldesa Lori E. Lightfoot presentó el miércoles un plan para aumentar el salario mínimo en Chicago a $15 por hora para el 2021. Esta ordenanza espera… Read more
Google Abre Segunda Oficina en Chicago
A principio de este mes, Google develó su segunda oficina en Chicago y anunció planes para que el espacio sirva como centro de operaciones de su creciente equipo Nube en… Read more
Gov. Pritzker Announces New Co-Chairs to Illinois Commission to End Hunger
Under new leadership appointed by Governor JB Pritzker, a revamped Illinois Commission to End Hunger aims to make bold strides over the next three years. Gov. Pritzker has appointed Deputy… Read more
Financial Assistance Available to Eligible Peoples Gas and North Shore Gas Customers
Peoples Gas and North Shore Gas are encouraging qualifying customers to submit their Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) early if they need help paying their natural gas bills this… Read more
Appreciating Veterans on Veterans Day
By: Ashmar Mandou Every year on November 11, Americans honor the 19.6 million active and former U.S. service members who have gone to war. Veterans Day is marked by parades,… Read more
Around Town
Compiled by Ashmar Mandou Art on theMART Through December 29th Merchandise Mart, 222 Merchandise Mart Plaza Free www.artonthemart.com Hamilton Through January 5th, 2020 CIBC Theatre, 18 W. Monroe St Price… Read more
El Gobernador Pritzker Anuncia Nuevas Codirectoras de Comisión de Illinois para Terminar el Hambre
Bajo nuevo liderazgo nombrado por el Gobernador JB Pritzker, una renovada Comisión de Illinois para Terminar el Hambre espera hacer grandes avances en los próximos tres años. El Gob. Pritzker… Read more
Ayuda Financiera Disponible para Clientes Elegibles de Peoples Gas y North Shore Gas
Peoples Gas y North Shore Gas aconsejan a los clientes calificados que envíen su solicitud al Programa Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) pronto, si necesitan ayuda para pagar sus… Read more
Recordando a los Veteranos el Día de los Veteranos
Por: Ashmar Mandou Cada año, el 11 de noviembre, los estadounidenses rinden honor a 19.6 millones de miembros activos y ex-miembros del ejército de E.U. que han ido a la… Read more
Que Pasa en Chicago
Recopilado por Ashmar Mandou Art on theMART De ahora al 29 de diciembre Merchandise Mart, 222 Merchandise Mart Plaza Gratis www.artonthemart.com Hamilton De ahora al 5 de enero del 2020… Read more
Trump Visits Chicago, Thousands Protest
By: Ashmar Mandou President Trump made a first time visit to Chicago on Monday where he spoke at the International Association of Chiefs of Police Conference at McCormick Place, addressing… Read more
Trump Visita Chicago, Miles Protestan
Por: Ashmar Mandou El Presidente Trump hizo su primera visita a Chicago el lunes, donde habló en la Conferencia de la Asociación Internacional de Jefes de Policía en el McCormick… Read more
Obama Center Releases Updated Design for Museum Building
Caption by Ashmar Mandou New renderings of the upcoming Obama Presidential Center were released on Tuesday which included several tweaks to the South Side development. The latest renderings show additional… Read more
Illinois House Passes bill to Hinder Public Employee Rights
By: Ashmar Mandou A bill that would impede on public sector workers’ rights passed the Illinois House of Representatives yesterday. The Illinois House of Representatives voted 93-23 to pass Senate… Read more
Congressman Jesús “Chuy” García Introduces Bill to Keep Big Tech Companies Out of Financial Sector
This week, Congressman Jesús “Chuy” García (IL-04) questioned Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg and introduced H.R. 4813, the Keep Big Tech Out of Finance Act, which would block Facebook from developing… Read more
El Centro Obama Publica Diseño Actualizado del Edificio del Museo
Pie de Foto de Ashmar mandou Nuevas representaciones del próximo Centro Presidencial de Obama fuero publicadas el martes, e incluyeron varios ajustes del desarrollo del sector sur. Los últimos ajustes… Read more
La Cámara de Illinois Aprueba Proyecto de Ley para Obstaculizar los Derechos de los Empleados Públicos
Por Ashmar Mandou Un proyecto que obstaculizaría los derechos de los empleados del sector público fue aprobado por la Cámara de Representantes de Illinois ayer. La Cámara de Representantes de… Read more
El Congresista Jesús “Chuy” García Presenta Proyecto para Mantener a las Grantes Compañías Tecnológicas Fuera del Sector Financiero
Esta semana, el Congresista Jesús “Chuy” García (IL-04) cuestionó al CEO de Fa ebook, Mark Zuckerberg, e introdujo el Acta H.R. 4813, el Acta de Mantener a la Gran Tecnología… Read more
CPS Teachers March in Loop
By: Ashmar Mandou Thousands of Chicago teachers made their way downtown to protest while Mayor Lori Lightfoot delivered her budget address as the Chicago teacher strike entered its seventh day… Read more
2020 Budget Proposal
By: Ashmar Mandou Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot presented to City Council the 2020 budget proposal that promises to bring forth a progressive, responsible budget that maximizes government efficiency, prioritizes structural… Read more
Around Town
Compiled by Ashmar Mandou John Leguizamo’s Latin History for Morons October 29th through November 3rd Chicago Cadillac Palace Theatre, 151 W. Randolph www.BroadwayInChicago.com LATIN HISTORY FOR MORONS is inspired by… Read more
3Arts Awards 20 Chicago Artists of Color
3Arts, the Chicago-based nonprofit grantmaking organization, is honored to award 20 Chicago artists with unrestricted grants at the 12th annual 3Arts Awards Celebration, taking place Monday, Nov. 4th at the… Read more
Maestros de CPS Marchan en el Centro de la Ciudad
Por: Ashmar Mandou Miles de maestros de Chicago se dirigieron al centro de la ciudad para protestar, mientras la Alcaldesa Lori Laghtfoot daba su discurso sobre el presupuesto y la… Read more
Propuesta del Presupuesto 2020
La Alcaldesa Lori E. Lightfoot presentó al Concilio de la Ciudad la propuesta del presupuesto 2020 que promete producir un presupuesto progresivo y responsable que maximice la eficiencia gubernamental, haga… Read more
Que Pasa en Chicago
Recopilado por Ashmar Mandou Latin History for Morons de John Leguizamo Del 29 de octubre al 3 de noviembre Chicago Cadillac Palace Theatre, 151 W. Randolph www.BroadwayInChicago.com LATIN HISTORY FOR… Read more
3Arts Premia a 20 Artistas de Color
3Arts, organización sin fines de lucro, con sede en Chicago, se honra en premiar a 20 artistas de Chicago con subsidios sin restricción en la 12º Celebración de Premios de… Read more
Breast Cancer Myths vs. Facts
By: Ashmar Mandou You know this is the time of year when we are surrounded by tons of information about breast cancer. Some good, some bad. The internet can be… Read more
Joffrey Academy of Dance Names New Director
Ashley Wheater, The Mary B. Galvin Artistic Director of The Joffrey Ballet, and Greg Cameron, President and CEO, are pleased to announce that Raymond Rodriguez, former Head of Studio Company… Read more
Gov. Pritzker Receives Changemaker Award from Casa Central
Casa Central honored Governor JB Pritzker with their Changemaker Award at their 65th Anniversary Awards Gala on Friday, Oct. 11th at the Hilton Chicago, for the contributions he has made to… Read more
Around Town
Compiled by Ashmar Mandou Open House Chicago October 19th and October 20th Various Locations in Chicago www.openhousechicago.org Want to take a look inside skyscrapers, private clubs, churches, theaters and historic… Read more
Cáncer de Mama, Mitos vs. Realidades
Por: Ashmar Mandou Como saben, este es el momento del año en que estamos rodeados de toneladas de información sobre el cáncer de mama. Alguna buena, alguna mala. El internet… Read more
Nuevo Director de Joffrey Academy of Dance
Ashley Wheater, directora artística de Mary B Galvin, de The Joffrey Ballet y Greg Cameron, Presidente y CEO, se complacen en anunciar que Raymond Rodríguez, ex-Director de Studio Company y… Read more
El Gob. Pritzker Recibe el Premio Agente de Cambio de Casa Central
Casa Central honró al Gobernador JB Pritzker con el Premio Agente de Cambio en su 65º Aniversario de Gala, el viernes, 11 de octubre, en Hilton Chicago, por las contribuciones… Read more
Que Pasa en Chicago
Recopilado por Ashmar Mandou Casa Abierta Chicago 19 & 20 de Octubre Varios lugares en Chicago www.openhousechicago.org ¿Quieres entrar a los rascacielos, clubs privados, iglesias, teatros y lugares históricos de… Read more
Set Limits on Exploding Class Sizes, Say Teachers, Parents
Courtesy of Chicago Teachers Union As CPS drags on addressing class size issues at the bargaining table, teachers, parents and students from South Side schools are calling on the mayor’s… Read more
Mayor Lightfoot Announces $40 Million in Funding to Enhance HIV Services and ‘Getting to Zero’ Efforts
Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot and the Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) have awarded almost $40 million to over 40 organizations to accelerate progress on Getting to Zero (GTZ) Illinois, a… Read more
Sixth Annual Lit & Luz Festival, ‘Movement,’ Looks at Migration, Social Movements, and Bodies in Motion
MAKE Literary Productions is proud to present the sixth annual Lit & Luz Festival of Language, Literature, and Art October 12-19, 2019, at venues throughout Chicago. The only US cultural festival to feature… Read more
Hispanic Heritage Month Series: ComEd CEO Joe Dominguez
By: Ashmar Mandou At the helm of one of the most diverse and leading companies, ComEd CEO Joe Dominguez is in charge of powering the lives of more than four… Read more
Establezcan Límites en el Tamaño Explosivo de las Clases, Dicen Padres y Maestros
Cortesía del Sindicato de Maestros de Chicago Ya que CPS se tarda en atender el problema del tamaño de las clases en la mesa de negociaciones, maestros, padres y estudiantes… Read more
La Alcaldesa Lightfoot Anuncia $ 40 Millones en Fondos para Mejorar los Servicios de VIH y Lograr Llegar a Cero
La Alcaldesa Lori E. Lightfoot y el Departamento de Salud Pública de Chicago (CDPH) han otorgado cerca de $40 millones a más de 40 organizaciones para acelerar el progreso en… Read more
El Sexto Festival Anual de Lit & Luz, ‘Movimiento’, Analiza la Migración, los Movimientos Sociales y los Cuerpos en Movimiento
MAKE Literary Productions se enorgullece en presentar el sexto Festival Lit & Luz de Lenguaje, Literatura y Arte, del 12 al 19 de octubre, 2019, en diferentes lugares de Chicago…. Read more
Serie Mes de la Herencia Hispana: CEO de ComEd Joe Domínguez
Por: Ashmar Mandou Al frente de una de las empresas más diversas e importantes, el CEO de ComEd, Joe Domínguez está a cargo de dar electricidad a más de cuatro… Read more
CHA Joins Partners to Celebrate Opening of Pierce House at La Casa Norte
Chicago Housing Authority (CHA) officials joined La Casa Norte, the City of Chicago Department of Housing, local elected officials and members of the community to dedicate Pierce House, which brings… Read more
Hispanic Heritage Month Series: Maria Punzo-Arias
By: Ashmar Mandou “I was very proud to appoint Maria as Cicero’s first Hispanic clerk. She was a trustee for eight years and she brings a lot of talent to… Read more
Hispanic Heritage Month Series: Marco Polo
By: Ashmar Mandou Cicero resident Marco Polo harnessed his entrepreneurial spirit from watching his father work exceptionally hard as a farmer back in Mexico. “My father had this immense piece… Read more
City Announces Investment for Accurate Count in 2020 U.S. Census
Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot announced a $2.7 million investment in the City’s 2020 census efforts for an all-hands-on deck outreach strategy to ensure that every Chicagoan is counted. With nearly… Read more
CHA se Une a Asociados para Celebrar la Apertura de Pierce House en La Casa Norte
Funcionarios de la Autoridad de la Vivienda de Chicago (CHA) se unieron a La Casa Norte, Departamento de Vivienda de la Ciudad de Chicago, funcionarios electos locales y miembros de… Read more
Serie del Mes de la Herencia Hispana: María Punzo-Arias
Por: Ashmar Mandou “Me sentí muy orgulloso denombrar a María como la primera secretaria hispana de Cicero. Fue fideicomisaria por ocho años y trae consigo mucho talento a la oficina…. Read more
Serie del Mes de la Herencia Hispana: Marco Polo
Por: Ashmar Mandou El residente de Cicero, Marco Polo, aprovechó su espíritu emprendedor de observar a su padre trabajar excepcionalmente fuerte como granjero en México. “Mi padre tenía ese inmenso… Read more
La Ciudad Anuncia Inversiones para la Cuenta Exacta en el Censo de E.U. del 2020
La Alcaldesa Lori E. Lightfoot anunció una inversión de $2.7 millones en los esfuerzos del censo de la Ciudad del 2020 para una estrategia de alcance para garantizar que todo… Read more
Little Village Residents Continuing Fight for Washburn Site
By: Ashmar Mandou Little Village residents called on the Chicago Board of Education (CBE) to vote to permanently withdraw the sale of the 31st and Kedzie 11 acre Chicago… Read more
National Museum of Mexican Art Announces: Día de Muertos: A Matter of Life
The National Museum of Mexican Art held its annual Día de Muertos exhibition opening last Friday where countless families had the opportunity to explore the sugar skulls that adorned the… Read more
Hispanic Heritage Month Series
By: Ashmar Mandou Hispanic Heritage Month Series: Chief Engagement Officer Juan Carlos Linares Earlier this summer, ex-Executive Director of LUCHA, Juan Carlos Linares was appointed to Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot’s… Read more
ComEd to Inspire Hispanic Teens in STEM at “Solar Spotlight”
ComEd’s annual Solar Spotlight program exposed Chicago-area Hispanic students to key principles of solar energy while giving them access to ComEd professionals who talked to them about the journey to… Read more
Residentes de La Villita Continúan su Lucha por el Sitio Washburn
Por: Ashmar Mandou Los residentes de La Villita pidieron a la Junta de Educación de Chicago (CBE) que vote para retirar permanentemente de la venta el sitio Washburne, en la… Read more
Museo Nacional de Arte Mexicano Anuncia: Día de Muertos: A Matter of Life
El Museo Nacional de Arte Mexicano abrió su exhibición anual del Día de Muertos el viernes, donde incontables familias tuvieron la oportunidad de explorar las calaveras de azúcar que adornaron… Read more
Serie del Mes de la Herencia Hispana
Por: Ashmar Mandou Serie del Mes de la Herencia Hispana: Funcionaro en Jefe de Compromiso Juan Carlos Linares A principios de este verano, el ex-Director Ejecutivo de LUCHA, Juan Carlos… Read more
ComEd Inspira a los Adolescentes en STEM con “Proyector Solar”
El programa Proyector Solar anual de ComEd expone a estudiantes hispanos del área de Chicago a principios clave de energía solar, mientras les brinda acceso a profesionales de ComEd que… Read more
Hispanic Heritage Month Series: Principal Angelica Herrera-Vest
By: Ashmar Mandou During Hispanic Heritage Month we honor the generations of Latinx individuals who continue to enrich the cultural fabric of America and the world. This month’s celebration allows… Read more
Arts in the Dark Returns ‘Year of Chicago Theatre’
LUMA8, in collaboration with the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE), is pleased to announce the fifth annual Arts in the Dark, a festive and magical nighttime Halloween… Read more
Latino Leadership Council Calls On Senators to Recommend Latino Replacement for Judge Ruben Castillo
The Latino Leadership Council released the following statement regarding the recent announcement that District Judge Ruben Castillo will be retiring effective September 27, 2019. The Latino Leadership Council commends Judge… Read more
Mayor Lightfoot Reveals Marijuana Plans
By: Ashmar Mandou Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot introduced an ordinance that establishes cannabis zones citywide, allowing for safer implementation and a way to maximize economic opportunity. The zones will initially cap the… Read more
Serie del Mes de la Herencia Hispana: Directora Angélica Herrera-Vest
Por: Ashmar Mandou Durante el Mes de la Herencia Hispana honramos las genraciones de personas latinas que continúan enriqueciendo la fábrica cultural de Estados Unidos y del mundo. La celebración… Read more
Arts in the Dark Regresa en el ‘Año del Teatro de Chicago’
LUMA8, en colaboración con el Departamento de Asuntos Culturales y Eventos Especiales (DCASE), se complace en anunciar el quinto anual de Arts in the Dark, un festivo y mágico desfile… Read more
El Concilio de Liderazgo Latino Pide a los Senadores que Recomienden un Reemplazo Latino para el Juez Rubén Castillo
Latino Leadership Council (LLC) publicó la siguiente declaración sobre el reciente anuncio de que el Juez de Distrito, Rubén Castillo, se retira con fecha 27 de septiembre del 2019. Latino… Read more
La Alcaldesa Lightfoot Revela Planes para la Mariguana
Por: Ashmar Mandou La Alcaldesa Lori E. Lightfoot presentó una ordenanza que establece zonas en la ciudad para la mariguana, permitiendo una implementación más segura y una forma de maximizar… Read more
Celebrate Around Chicagoland
Compiled by Ashmar Mandou Mexican Independence Day Celebrations When: September 12th through September 15th Time: Thursday and Friday, 5:30p.m. to 11p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, noon to 11p.m. Where: Cicero, 34th… Read more
Instituto Cervantes of Chicago Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
Instituto Cervantes of Chicago, the city’s premier Spanish culture and education center, celebrates the national Hispanic Heritage Month with a series of special public programming, most- free of charge, September… Read more
Ideas for Honoring Hispanic Heritage Month in Chicago
Compiled by Ashmar Mandou Frida Kahlo Portrait Pop Art-Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month When: Sunday, Sept. 29th Time: 3p.m. to 6p.m. Where: Workshop 4200; 4200 West Diversey Avenue Price: $35 Channel… Read more
García and Cunningham Celebrate Passage of Life-Saving Legislation
By: Ashmar Mandou The Safe Housing for Families Act (H.R. 1690, now entitled CO Alerts Act) was approved in the U.S. House of Representatives with bipartisan support on Tuesday. The… Read more
Celebre en Chicago
Recopilado por Ashmar Mandou Celebración del Día de la Independencia Mexicana Cuando: Del 12 al 15 de Sept. Hora: Jueves y Viernes, 5:30 p.m. a 11 P.m.; Sábado y Domingo,… Read more
El Instituto Cervantes de Chicago Celebra el Mes de la Herencia Hispana
El Instituto Cervantes de Chicago, centro educativo y cultural español premier celebra el Mes Nacional de la Herenia Hispana con una serie de programaciones públicas especiales, la mayoría sin costo… Read more
Ideas para Honrar el Mes de la Herencia Hispana en Chicago
Recopilado por Ashmar Mandou Retrato Pop-Art de Frida Kahlo – Celebrando el Mes de la Herencia Hispana Cuando: Domingo, 29 de Sept. Hora: 3 p.m. a 6 p.m. Donde: Workshop… Read more
García y Cunningham Celebran la Aprobación de Legislación que Salva Vidas
Por: Ashmar Mandou El Acta Vivienda Segura para Familias (H.W. 1690, ahora titulada CO Alerts Act) fue aprobada el martes en la Cámara de Representantes de E.U. con apoyo bipartisano…. Read more
Tips to Ask Your Doctor
By: Edith A. Perez, MD, Chair, SU2C Committee for Health Equity in Cancer Clinical Trials, Professor of Medicine, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine Edited by Lawndale Bilingual News Unfortunately, cancer… Read more
Free and Reduced-Price Meals Eligibility Guidelines Set for 2019-20 School Year
The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) has announced the eligibility guidelines for students to receive free and reduced-price lunch, breakfast, and after-school snacks through the National School Lunch Program… Read more
Community Leaders Call for Investigation into Lincoln Yards ‘TIF Cover Up’
Lincoln Yards protesters held a news conference last Thursday outside of the Harold Washington Library to “demand a return of $1.3 billion in ill-gotten Lincoln Yards TIF funds.” In light… Read more
City Addresses Key Priorities
By: Ashmar Mandou Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot on Wednesday was joined by advocacy organizations, elected officials and her cabinet for an event and panel discussion to reflect on the first 100… Read more
Que Debe Preguntar a su Doctor
Por: Edith A. Pérez, MD, Directora, SU2C Comité de Equidad de Salud en Pruebas Clínicas de Cáncer, Profesora de Medicina, Colegio de Medicina de la Clínica Mayo Editada por Lawndale… Read more
Guía de Elegibilidad para Comidas Gratuitas y de Precio Reducido Para el Año Escolar 2019-20
La Junta de Educación del Estado de Illinois (ISBE) anunció las guías de eligibilidad para que los estudiantes reciban almuerzo y desayuno gratuito o a precio reducido y bocadillos después… Read more
Líderes Comunitarios Piden Investigación Sobre el ‘TIF Cover Up’ de Lincoln Yards
Protestantes de Lincoln Yards sostuvieron una conferencia de prensa el pasado jueves frente a la Biblioteca Harold Washington para “demandar un reembolso de $1.3 mil millones en fondos TIF de… Read more
La Ciudad Aborda Prioridades Clave
Por: Ashmar Mandou A la Alcaldesa Lori E. Lightfoot se unieron el miércoles organizaciones afiliadas, funcionarios electos y su gabinete, en un evento y debate de panel, para reflejar los… Read more
Humboldt Park Families Fight Back Against Displacement
By: Ashmar Mandou Tenants of the 2800 block of West Division, a building which has provided affordable housing to the Humboldt Park community for decades, are fighting back against the… Read more
Aldermen Urge Mayor Lightfoot to Keep First 100 Days Pledge or Risk Department of Public Health Grants
By: Ashmar Mandou Aldermen are calling on Mayor Lori Lightfoot to re- evaluate the HIV/STI Bureau’s recent funding decisions that resulted in an “inequitable distribution of resources favoring large institutions… Read more
Labor Day Fun
Compiled by Ashmar Mandou Navy Pier Summer Fireworks August 31st Free Admission Navy Pier www.navypier.com Don’t miss the last chance to catch Navy Pier’s spectacular fireworks this summer. The night… Read more
Back to School for Aspiring Teachers
On Wednesday evening of last week, Grow Your Own Illinois celebrated the beginning of the new school year for nearly 100 aspiring teachers of color who are studying at 12… Read more
Las Familias de Humboldt Park Luchan Contra el Desplazamiento
Por Ashmar Mandou Inquilinos de la cuadra 2800 de West Division, edificio que ha provisto viviendo cómoda a la comunidad de Humboldt Park por décadas, está luchando contra la reciente… Read more
Diversión para el Labor Day
Recopilado por Ashmar Mandou Fuegos Pirotécnicos de Verano en Navy Pier 31 de Agosto Admisión Gratuita www.navypier.com No se pierda la última oportunidad de disfrutar los espectaculares fuegos pirotécnicos de… Read more
Regreso a la Escuela para Maestros Aspirantes
El viernes por la tarde de la semana pasada, Grow Your Own Illinois (GYO) celebró el comienzo del nuevo año escolar para cerca de 100 aspirantes a maestros, de color,… Read more
Uber Moves to Old Post Office
By: Ashmar Mandou Uber Technologies will officially call the Old Main Post Office home, according to reports earlier this week. The company signed a 10-year lease and will occupy 463,000… Read more
Illinois Becomes Second State to Enact Immigrant Tenant Protection Act
By: Ashmar Mandou On Wednesday morning, Illinois became the second state to enact the Immigrant Tenant Protection Act, prohibiting landlords from evicting or striking back against a tenant based on… Read more
Walgreens Celebrates Ten Years of Youth Empowerment
Walgreens is proud to launch the 10th Annual Expressions Challenge, a creative arts competition for teens to voice their opinions on critical issues and encourage healthy decisions for a healthy… Read more
Fight for Madero Land
By: Ashmar Mandou A group of residents in the Little Village neighborhood will be holding a meeting on Thursday in front of Madero School in an effort to keep the… Read more
Uber se Cambia a la Antigua Oficina de Correos
Por: Ashmar Mandou Uber Technologies llamará oficialmente su hogar a la Antigua Oficina Principal de Correos, de acuerdo a reportes de principio de esta semana. La compañía firmó un contrato… Read more
Illinois se Convierte en el Segundo Estado en Promulgar la Ley de Protección de Inquilinos Inmigrantes
Por: Ashmar Mandou El miércoles por la mañana, Illinois se convirtió en el segundo estado en promulgar la Ley de Protección de Inquilinos Inmigrantes, prohibiendo a los propietarios desalojar o… Read more
Walgreens Celebra Diez Años de Empoderamiento Juvenil
Walgreens se enorgullece en lanzar el 10th Annual Expressions Challenge, una creativa competencia de arte para adolescentes, para hacer oir sus opiniones en temas críticos y estimular decisiones saludables para… Read more
Lucha por el Terreno de Madero
Por: Ashmar Mandou Un grupo de residentes del barrio de la Villita tendrán una junta el jueves, frente a la Escuela Madero, en un esfuerzo por conservar el terreno público,… Read more
‘I love the community feel of Cicero’
By: Ashmar Mandou Without a shadow of a doubt, Patricia Sturdevant’s heart belongs in Cicero. As one of eight siblings, Sturdevant grew up in Cicero with no plans of relocating… Read more
Latinx Community Defining Future of Consumption
By: Ashmar Mandou Latinx consumers are defining the future of consumption, reports Nielsen using Census data. Nielsen’s latest Diverse Intelligence Series report, La Oportunidad Latinx: Cultural Currency and the Consumer… Read more
Jerry Velazquez – the Spanish Voice of Aladdin
By Nikoleta Morales Jerry Velazquez is a Mexican actor and a singer who recently voiced over the character of Aladdin in the Spanish language version of the film. His career… Read more
Political Sidebar
Compiled by Ashmar Mandou Political Sidebar is a weekly round-up of commentary from elected officials around the Chicagoland area discussing topical issues affecting their communities. Castro Gives School Nurses Ability… Read more
Me Encanta el Sentido Comunitario de Cicero
Por: Ashmar Mandou Sin sombra de duda, el corazón de Patricia Sturdevant pertenece a Cicero. Como una de ocho hermanos, Sturdevan creció en Cicero sin planes de mudarse pronto. “Me… Read more
La Comunidad Latina Define el Futuro del Consumo
Por: Ashmar Mandou Los consumidores latinos están definiendo al consumo, reporta Nielsen utilizando datos Census. El último reporte Serie de Inteligencia Diversa de Nielsen La Oportunidad Latina: Moneda Cultural y… Read more
Barra Política
Recopilado por Ashmar Mandou Barra Política es un resumen semanal de comentarios de funcionarios electos en el área de Chicago que discute temas de actualidad que afectan a sus comunidades…. Read more
Conservation Leadership Conference Inspires STEAM Careers for Teens
Approximately 350 Chicagoland teens were introduced to exciting careers in wildlife and nature at the third annual Teen Conservation Leadership Conference, presented by the Chicago Zoological Society, in partnership with… Read more
Shootings in America
By: Ashmar Mandou This past weekend, dual massacres occurred in El Paso, Texas, and Dayton, Ohio. At least 31 people were killed, and dozens more were injured in these mass… Read more
García Statement on the Domestic Terrorist Attack in El Paso
Congressman Jesús “Chuy” García (IL-04) issued the following statement in response to the domestic terrorist attack in El Paso over the weekend: “Our nation is in shock and we are… Read more
Chicago Girls Compete in ComEd Icebox Derby
Caption Ashmar Mandou Thirty young women ages 13 to 18 participated in the sixth-annual ComEd Icebox Derby, a program the energy company developed to encourage women to pursue science, technology,… Read more
Conferencia de Liderazgo para la Conservación Inspira Carreras STEAM Para Adolescentes
Aproximadamente 350 adolescentes de Chicago fueron expuestos a atrayentes carreras en la vida silvestre y la naturaleza, en la tercera Conferencia de Liderazgo para la Conservación anual, presentada por Chicago… Read more
Balaceras en Estados Unidos
Por: Ashmar Mandou Este pasado fin de semana ocurrieron dos masacres, en El Paso, Texas y en Dayton, Ohio. Por lo menos 31 personas resultaron muertas y docenas más quedaron… Read more
Declaración del Congresista García Sobre el Ataque Terrorista en El Paso
El Congresista Jesús “Chuy” García (IL-04) dio la siguiente declaración en respuesta al ataque terrorista doméstico en El Paso el fin de semana: “Nuestra nación está en shock y estamos… Read more
Jovencitas de Chicago Compiten en el Icebox Derby de ComEd
Pie de Foto de Ashmar Mandou Treinta jóvencitas de 13 a 18 años participaron en el sexto ComEd Icebox Derby anual, programa que la compañía de electricidad desarrolló para animar… Read more
Lollapalooza Returns
By: Ashmar Mandou Lollapalooza Music Festival returns to Grant Park Thursday, drawing hundreds of thousands to Chicago’s lakefront for the highly anticipated four-day event featuring over 170 performances spanned across… Read more
Living Pain-Free
By: Ashmar Mandou According to the National Institute on Minority Health and Health Disparities, Latinos tend to be more sensitive to pain than other ethnic groups, however fewer Latinos report… Read more
CPS Announce Opportunity Schools Expansion
By: Ashmar Mandou Chicago Public Schools (CPS) on Tuesday announced the addition of ten new high schools to the CPS Opportunity Schools program for the 2019-20 school year, bringing the… Read more
