Yearly Archives: 2016
Mayor Announces Pilot to Address Chronic Homelessness
The City announced the launch of a pilot program aimed at housing residents experiencing chronic homelessness. The new task force dedicated to addressing and reducing homelessness in Chicago, which launched… Read more
WWE Superstar Sheamus to Greet Chicago Fans
Cricket Wireless invites fans in Chicago to come out and meet WWE Superstar Sheamus during an in-store appearance. Sheamus will greet fans, take pictures and sign autographs at the Cricket… Read more
Chicago Cultural Mile kicks-off season with “A Toast to Spring”
The Chicago Cultural Mile Association is kicking off the season with “A Toast to Spring on the Chicago Cultural Mile.” The festivities, sponsored by Tito’s Handmade Vodka, are intended to… Read more
Alderman Cardenas Attends Festival del Nino
12th-Alderman George Cardenas attended the annual Festival del Nino held at 3225 S. Western. The annual fest is a celebration of family and children. The event included singing, dancing and… Read more
Millennials Now Outnumber Baby Boomers in US, Data Show
For decades, baby boomers have been the most powerful generation in the United States, driving everything from culture to the economy, CBS News reports. Well, no more. According to Pew… Read more
Adler Planetarium Celebrates Women in Science
On May 12, 2016, the Women’s Board of the Adler Planetarium will host its annual Women in Space Science Award Celebration. For fourteen years, the Women’s Board has recognized trailblazing… Read more
IlliniCare Health Expands Its Community Resource Center
IlliniCare Health, a subsidiary of Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC), held a grand opening of its community center, The Better Center, located at 4000 West Roosevelt Road Chicago. The Better Center… Read more
Immunotherapy Tablets for Dust Mite Allergy Reduce Asthma Risk
Immunotherapy tablets are starting to edge out shots as a treatment for allergies. And it looks like the pills can help reduce the frequency of asthma attacks, too. Scientists reported… Read more
Everyday Stressors Tied to Sperm Damage
Certain lifestyle factors are linked to higher rates of damage in the genetic material in men’s sperm, a study suggests. The damage – which may stem from factors like obesity,… Read more
ISAC Encourages Families to Take Advantage of Free Resources
Students and families in Illinois are facing significant challenges as the state’s now ten month budget delay has held up funding for higher education, including most funding for the Monetary… Read more
