Yearly Archives: 2015
Loretto Hospital Expands Eye Care Services
In early 2015, the Illinois Eye Institute (IEI), under the leadership of Dr. Dominick L. Opitz, associate professor of optometry, conducted a weekly eye clinic at Loretto Hospital to provide… Read more
National Foundation for Governors’ Fitness Councils Brings Youth Fitness Campaign to Illinois
Fitness icon, Jake Steinfeld, Chairman of the National Foundation for Governors’ Fitness Councils has declared war on childhood obesity. To help combat this disease, he’s bringing the Foundation’s multi-million dollar… Read more
Alcohol Awareness Month: Study Reveals Sobering Illinois Stat on Binge Drinking
As we mark Alcohol Awareness Month in April, there is some sobering news for Illinoisans. According to United Health Foundation’s 2014 America’s Health Rankings®, we rank among the highest of… Read more
Former American Property in Cuba: A Forlorn Hope
by Daniel Nardini As American negotiators work with their Cuban counterparts in trying to reestablish diplomatic relations between Cuba and the United States, I seriously doubt that one of the… Read more
Superstar Singer Thalia Launches New Fashion Line Exclusively at Macy’s
By: Ashmar Mandou Die-hard Thalia fans now have another way to connect with the superstar singer. Macy’s and Thalia recently launched the Thalia Sodi collection, inspired by the singer’s unique,… Read more
Aldermanic Candidate Milly Santiago’s Message to 31st Ward Community
I want to thank all those who have supported me thus far, and remind everyone to get out and make your voice heard. The best way to make sure we… Read more
MHOA Sponsors Family and Home Expo
On March 21st and 22nd, the McDonald’s Hispanic Owner Operators Association (MHOA) sponsored the 2015 Family & Home Expo organized by Univision – a large, elaborate expo that focused on… Read more
Final Showdown
By: Ashmar Mandou It was the final debate between Mayor Rahm Emanuel and Cook County Commissioner Jesus “Chuy” Garcia on Tuesday, March 31st, as they appeared on Chicago Tonight to… Read more
Hop Around the City for Some Easter Egg Fun
By: Ashmar Mandou With spring in the air and flowers blooming, the Chicago Pak District is hosting several Easter egg hunts across the city. Over dozens of parks will host… Read more
About That Retirement Plan
by Daniel Nardini What rather shocked me was seeing an article on a possibility for American seniors to retire to of all places Vietnam! The writer explained that Vietnam is… Read more »