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Exposure to BPA during pregnancy may cause health problems for offspring
A chemical called bisphenol A — BPA — used in plastic packaging and in the linings of food and beverage cans, may be passed from a mother to her offspring… Read more
RTA Receives GFOA Distinguished Financial Report Award for 23rd Year in Row
The Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting has been awarded to the Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) by Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA)… Read more
Antioxidant-rich Foods Lowers Risk of Type 2 Diabetes
A lower risk of type 2 diabetes has been observed among individuals consuming food rich in antioxidants. This effect is largely contributed by fruit, vegetables, tea and other hot beverages,… Read more
CHA Breaks Ground on Rogers Park Development
The Chicago Housing Authority (CHA) broke ground on Tuesday afternoon on a mixed-use on Tuesday afternoon on a mixed-use development that will bring a new Target and affordable and market… Read more
Gutierrez Endorses Garcia as Successor
By: Ashmar Mandou In front of a crowd of supporters, Congressman Luis Gutierrez announced Tuesday he will no longer seek re-election in 2018, instead endorsing Jesus “Chuy” Garcia to take… Read more
University of Chicago’s Ci3 Receives NIH Grant
The University of Chicago’s Center for Interdisciplinary Inquiry and Innovation (Ci3) in Sexual and Reproductive Health was recently awarded a grant to pilot an app and toolkit designed to help… Read more
Emanuel, Chicago Park District Cut Ribbon on Lakefront Trail
Mayor Rahm Emanuel and Chicago Park District Superintendent Michael P. Kelly celebrated the completed section of the lakefront trail separation project from Fullerton Avenue to North Avenue. Chicago’s entire 18-mile… Read more
Christmas Plays
Blanca Navidad Cadillac Palace Theatre Hasta el 3 de Diciembre del 2017 White Christmas de Irving Berlin cuenta la historia de dos amigos del mundo del espectáculo que montan un… Read more
La Rep. Hernández, Voluntarios y Organizaciones Dan Comida del Día de Gracias a Centenares de Personas
Con la ayuda de más de 50 voluntarios y más de 12 organizaciones comunitarias, la Rep. Estatal Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernández, D-Cicero, ofreció su quinta comida anual del Día de Gracias… Read more
Extreme Politics Infiltrating U.S. Academia
By: Daniel Nardini One friend that I know, who never went to university or college, told me that all our leading colleges and universities are now becoming “red.” Meaning they… Read more »