Monthly Archives: May 2017
City Colleges’ STAR Scholarship Program Celebrates First Graduating Class
Two years ago, the inaugural class of Chicago STAR Scholars embarked on a path toward earning a college degree or certificate at City Colleges of Chicago. Today, more than 175… Read more
Illinois DCFS Enhances Procedures to Promote the Safety, Adjustment and Well-being of LGBTQ Youth in Care
On May 6, 2017, Illinois DCFS Director George Sheldon signed enhanced department procedures to be followed when providing services to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer/questioning (LGBTQ) children and youth… Read more
Chicago Park District Launches Annual Operation: Help a Hero
The Chicago Park District will launch its second annual Operation: Help a Hero on May 29th, 2017, benefiting homeless veterans across Chicagoland. Operation: Help a Hero is an effort to… Read more
McDonald’s is Now Available for Delivery on UberEATS in Chicago
Whether they are home, the office or somewhere in between, McDonald’s customers in Chicago can now enjoy their favorite burgers, fries, beverages and desserts delivered right to them through UberEATS…. Read more
Chicago Teens ‘Take Up the Baton’
Encouraged by Obama’s call to young people, “to take up the baton,” Chicago youth will gather to showcase their year-long activism effort to better their schools and neighborhoods at the… Read more
Ají Sobremesa Trae el Calor del Perú a Chicago
Sobremesa Chicago, un elemento básico en la escena gastronómica de metro Chicago, anuncia la llegada de su propia salsa picante: Ají Sobremesa. Después de una exitosa campaña de recaudación en… Read more
Sweet Beginnings Announced in First Round of Benefit Chicago Impact Investments
In a boost for the long-time North Lawndale Company, Sweet Beginnings will receive one of six social impact loans being made through Benefit Chicago. A collaboration of The Chicago Community… Read more
Muñoz Busca Ampliar la Lista de Candidatos a Policía Estatal
Pronto más veteranos podrían ser elegibles para ser nombrados funcionarios de Policía Estatal de Illinois, bajo un plan que añade dos consideraciones para cumplir con los requisitos escolares colegiados para… Read more
President Preckwinkle Unveils Cook County’s 2017 Roadwork Plan
Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle unveiled the list of the County’s 2017 road construction projects, offering motorists a roadmap for the upcoming season. The Cook County Department of Transportation… Read more
MassMutual Poised for Continued Growth in 2017
Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company (MassMutual) has capped a year of exceptional growth by earning a range of third-party distinctions that underscore the company’s industry leadership and commitment to providing… Read more