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“Waddle It Be?” Shedd Aquarium Teams Up with Lurie Children’s Hospital to Name Penguin
Curious, playful and coming into his own, Shedd Aquarium’s rockhopper penguin chick that was no more than a ball of fluff only 10 months ago is now fully-grown and ready… Read more
RTA Encourages Commuters to Celebrate Earth Day
The Regional Transportation Authority (RTA), along with the Chicago Transit Authority, Metra and Pace, are encouraging everyone to celebrate Earth Day this year by riding the region’s transit system and… Read more
Local Officials Call on Dept. of Aviation Commissioner Evans to Ensure Reinstatement of O’Hare Workers
This week, SEIU Local 1, Alderman Susan Sadlowski Garza (10), Alderman Nicholas Sposato (38), Alderman Anthony Napolitano (41), and Alderman Carlos Ramirez-Rosa (35) called on Department of Aviation Commissioner Ginger… Read more
Illinois Senate Approves Bill to Remove Criminal Penalties for Marijuana Possession
The Illinois Senate approved a bill 40-14 on Tuesday that would replace criminal penalties with a civil fine for possession of a personal amount of marijuana. It will now go… Read more
Illinois Lottery Unveils New Scratch-Off Game
On Monday, April 18th the Illinois Lottery unveiled a new scratch-off game aimed at Latinos called lotería, in honor of the Mexican board game, at the Mexican Arts Museum. Attendees… Read more
Illinois Warrior Assistance Program Launches “530 by 5/30” Campaign
The Illinois Warrior Assistance Program has launched a campaign to help veterans and their families across the state of Illinois, who need help with the emotional, medical or legal challenges… Read more
Community Savings Bank to Hold Popular Shred-A-Thon
Community Savings Bank will hold another one of its popular Shred-A-Thons this spring – on May 7th. Customers and non-customers are invited to shred old checks, bank statements and other… Read more
Cinco De Mayo Fest to Thrill Crowd
By: Ashmar Mandou Viva Cinco De Mayo Festival is underway and Jose Aldaco, marketing director for Mega Events, chief coordinators of the festival, is excited to unveil all the acts… Read more
Spring Trends
Spring season has finally arrived and we know that you already have in mind the places you’d like to visit! However, it’s very important to be prepared ahead of time… Read more
Fair Tax Bill Passes Through Springfield Committee
Members of a house committee approved a plan on Tuesday known as the “fair tax,” that will cut taxes for over 99 precent of Illinois taxpayers and raise $1.9 billion… Read more
