Yearly Archives: 2015
Cicero Finances Continue to Improve
When Larry Dominick assumed the presidency of the Town of Cicero in 2005, the Town was saddled with outstanding indebtedness of $148.1 million, equal to a debt obligation of $1,765.68… Read more
Lakeside Bank Opens New Branch
Over 150 people joined Lakeside Bank on April 16th at the ribbon cutting of its newest South Loop branch at 1350 S. Michigan Ave. Left to Right in photo: Dr…. Read more
Shrek Jr. the Latest in Avondale School’s “performing arts revolution”
This month, the curtain rises on one of the most extraordinary under-the-radar theater productions in Chicagoland. From April 30 through May 2, more than 40 Avondale-Logandale School students from kindergarten… Read more
Spring Rejuvenators, Weight Loss Helpers: Anti-Inflammatory Cocktails
After a brutally cold winter for much of the country, it’s time to embrace the changing season and cleanse and rejuvenate our bodies with lighter foods, juices and smoothies, says… Read more
MHOA Celebrates El Día del Niño
As part of its commitment to enhance children’s well being through programs and initiatives that encourage active, playful creativity, the McDonald’s Hispanic Owner Operator’s Association (MHOA) joined the National Museum… Read more
Universidad Popular Invites Community to Health Fair
Universidad Popular (UP) has announced that it will be holding its annual health fair for women and their families on Saturday, May 9th. The fair is called “Siempre Bella, Siempre… Read more
House on Mango Street Opens at National Museum of Mexican Art
By: Ashmar Mandou Scores of people lined up to meet award-winning novelist and Chicago-native Sandra Cisneros on Friday, April 17th as the doors of the National Museum of Mexican Art… Read more
Morton 201 Students Win Big at 44th Annual Visual Communications High School Contest
The 44th Annual Visual Communications High School Contest sponsored by Triton College was held April 9, 2015. Morton West and East High School students won awards for 20 projects in… Read more
Are You Caught in the Draft? Countdown to the NFL Draft Chicago
By: Ashmar Mandou The NFL Draft is imminent. I don’t know about you, but I can certainly feel the excitement across the city, it’s palpable. On Monday, April 27th the… Read more
The Mysterious North Korean Ship
by Daniel Nardini A few weeks ago, a North Korean flagged ship ran aground on a Mexican government-protected coral reef. The Mexican Navy towed the ship to the Mexican port… Read more »