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IDJJ Celebrates First Youth Vocational Certifications with Greater West Town Project
Young adults who are in the custody of the Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice (IDJJ) are investing in their futures by taking advantage of vocational training and certification opportunities offered… Read more
Communities in Schools of Chicago Renews Youth Mental Health First Training for Parents, Teachers and Staff
Amid a new and growing body of research about the mental health crisis facing youth and their families, Communities In Schools of Chicago (CIS) is encouraging the public to register… Read more
Fitch Ratings Affirms City Colleges of Chicago’s A+ Credit Rating
City Colleges of Chicago announces that Fitch Ratings has affirmed its credit rating of A+ and upgraded the community college system’s outlook from Stable to Positive. “We are pleased to… Read more
IDPH Announce $3.5M to Boost Mental Health Services for Youth Across Illinois
Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) announced today that the State of Illinois has awarded $3.5 million in funding to 19 different applicants across the… Read more
HFS announces next steps for Health Benefits for Immigrant Seniors program
The Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services (HFS) announced that as the Health Benefits for Immigrant Seniors program nears 16,500 individuals, a temporary pause on new enrollees took effect… Read more
Ambetter of Illinois Expands Health Insurance Offering to 23 Counties Statewide
Ambetter of Illinois, a product offered by a wholly owned subsidiary of Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC) which provides insurance to under-insured and uninsured populations through the federal Health Insurance Marketplace, announced today that it will… Read more
Convicted Sex Offender Charged with Multiple Felonies for Sexual Acts with Minor Victim and Gun Offenses
A Glenview man is facing multiple felony charges after Sheriff’s Police detectives learned he groomed and travelled to engage in sexual acts with an underage victim over the last year,… Read more
Humane Society Awards Rep. Lisa Hernandez Perfect Score
Committed to making Illinois a more humane place and advancing compassionate treatment legislation, state Rep. Elizabeth ‘Lisa’ Hernandez, D-Cicero, received a 100 percent on the 2023 Humane Society Scorecard. “In… Read more
Chicago Park District Accepting Submissions for Night out in the Parks 2024 Season
Calling all local arts performers, collectives, and organizations, the Chicago Park District is looking to partner with Chicago-based organizations and individual artists to be a part of the 12th season… Read more
Ald. Carlos Ramirez-Rosa Steps Down Following Harassment Accusation of Fellow Colleague
By: Ashmar Mandou Following harassment claims, Ald. Carlos Ramirez-Rosa stepped down at City Council Floor Leader and as Chairman of the Zoning Committee on Monday. Ramirez-Rosa was accused of harassing… Read more
