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Alternative Schools Network Celebrates 40 Years of Service
By: Ashmar Mandou The Alternative Schools Network (ASN), a non-for-profit organization in Chicago that works with inner-city children, youth, and adults, recently celebrated ASN’s 40 years of re-enrolling former out… Read more
UIC Hosts “Inequality” Discussion
By: Ashmar Mandou Mayoral Candidate and Cook County Commissioner Jesús “Chuy” Garcia joined political consultant Don Rose, UIC professor of educational policy Pauline Lipman, and President and CEO of the… Read more
Rauner-Sanguinetti Announce Transition Website
Governor-elect Bruce Rauner and Lt. Governor-elect Evelyn Sanguinetti, chairwoman of the transition committee, announced the launch of the transition’s website: www.MakeIllinoisGreat.com. Individuals who visit the website will be able to… Read more
Raise Illinois Coalition Calls on Lawmakers to Vote to Raise Minimum Wage
The Raise Illinois coalition launched a series of press events across the state on Tuesday to call on lawmakers to immediately pass legislation during this year’s veto session to raise… Read more
U.S. Marine – Gilbert Villegas Collects Signatures for 36th Ward
Gilbert Villegas filed nominating petitions last week for the aldermanic race in Chicago’s 36th Ward Nick Sposato; current Alderman of the 36th Ward will be running in the newly redistricted… Read more
Cultural Leaders Launch Coalition to Advocate For Chicago’s Cultural Plan
A new public opinion survey released this week shows Chicago residents overwhelmingly agree arts and culture attract tourists, improve the livability of Chicago, make significant contributions to the economy, and… Read more
“Hunger Games” Star Pays A Visit to Benito Juarez High School
By: Nikoleta Morales On November 12th, “Hunger Games” star Willow Shields (“Primrose Everdeen”) visited Benito Juarez High School in Chicago as a thank you to the students for their excellent… Read more
Why the Grinch stole Christmas?
By: Nikoleta Morales On Nov. 20-29, Chicago Theater will present the Grinch in his musical “Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas!” The classic Christmas story by Dr. Seuss comes… Read more
Chicago Scene Hosts This Year’s Hottest New Year’s Eve Party
Considered one of the top New Year’s Eve parties by ABC’s Good morning America, Red Eye and AOL City Guide, the Chicago Scene 15th Annual New Year’s Eve Party is… Read more
Look Your Best During the Holidays
Whether you are going to a party or a romantic dinner, it is easy to have beautiful makeup. Jackie Gomez, Colombian-Mexican makeup artist to the stars, offers her best beauty… Read more
