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Clerk Monica Gordon Promotes Fraud Prevention and Veteran Services During Military Consumer Month
Cook County Clerk Monica Gordon is recognizing Military Consumer Month this July by encouraging veterans and military families to protect themselves from fraud while highlighting free programs offered through the… Read more
Ravinia Festival Cuts the Ribbon on Newly Redesigned and Renovated Hunter Pavilion
On Friday night, July 10, Ravinia Festival leadership and elected officials, including US Rep. Brad Schneider, IL Rep. Bob Morgan, and Highland Park Mayor Nancy Rotering, officially cut the ribbon… Read more
ICE Activity Ramps Up in Chicago
By: Ashmar Mandou US Immigration Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents are ramping up their efforts in the Chicago area, once again, leaving many immigration advocates reeling over the safety and concerns… Read more
Pretty Cool Ice Cream, CTA Partner for National Ice Cream Month
Get ready, Chicago; two iconic local institutions are coming together to make your summer commutes a little sweeter. This month, beloved Logan Square ice cream shop Pretty Cool Ice Cream… Read more
Cicero Honors Youth with Seasonal Employee Luncheon
Caption by Ashmar Mandou Cicero officials gathered on Tuesday afternoon to celebrate their youth with a Seasonal Employee Luncheon at the Cicero Community Center. The luncheon served as an opportunity… Read more
Chicago SummerDance Returns
The Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) announced the return of Chicago SummerDance 2026, the City’s free social dancing series that invites residents and visitors of all ages to experience Chicago’s vibrant cultural… Read more
New Production of Dirty Dancing: The Musical coming to Chicago in September
Get ready to have the time of your life. Broadway In Chicago is pleased to announce that single tickets for DIRTY DANCING: THE MUSICAL – a new stage production based… Read more
Designate a “Water Watcher” this Summer to Prevent Child Drownings
As temperatures rise across Illinois and families head to pools, lakes, beaches and splash pads to stay cool, the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) is reminding caregivers… Read more
Keep Cool
Temperatures are in the 90s again. The keys to keeping safe in the heat include staying hydrated, wearing plenty of sunscreen, and wearing loose and light clothing. Other tips for staying cool in the extreme… Read more
Cyclospora in Illinois Rises
Cyclosporiasis cases are on the rise in Illinois, with several new incidents, according to the Illinois Department of Public Health on Tuesday. The outbreak known for causing “explosive” diarrhea, has… Read more
