Author Archives: Editor
Cervantes Secures More Funds for literacy programs in 1st District
With strong support from State Senator Javier Cervantes, $263,824 in state literacy grants will be coming to four local educational agencies in the 1st Senate District. “Family and community literacy… Read more
Latino Art Beat Announces 2023 National Art Competition Winner
Latino Art Beat (LAB), a Chicago based not for profit national 501c(3) arts organization, which offers an annual Hispanic Heritage themed art competition for high school juniors and seniors and… Read more
Dominican University Announces New Chicago Campus in Pilsen
After a century of educating students in River Forest, Dominican University is proud to announce its expansion into the city of Chicago to further extend its mission and access to… Read more
CTU to Host Back to School Bash
The Chicago Teachers Union is holding a Back-2-School Summer Jam on Friday, August 18, from 3:30 pm to 7 pm. There will be music, food, games, and giveaways to students… Read more
Back to School Tips
By: Ashmar Mandou Whether your child is just beginning kindergarten or starting a new grade as a returning student, there’s lots to be done to prepare for the year ahead, including… Read more
Cook County Officials Celebrate the 30th Anniversary of Provident Hospital of Cook County
On August 10, Cook County leaders joined community members, patients and past and current staff to celebrate the 30th anniversary of Provident Hospital being a part of Cook County Health…. Read more
Aquino Law Removes Barriers to Licensing for International Health Care Professionals
Legislation sponsored by State Senator Omar Aquino expanding licensing opportunities and procedures for internationally trained and licensed health care professionals was signed into law Friday. “The demand for qualified health… Read more
One in 1,000 Chicagoans was a victim of gun violence citywide in 2022
Shootings in Chicago were 32 percent higher in 2022 than they were in 2019, with 3,464 total Chicagoans suffering as victims of gun violence, according to a new analysis from… Read more
New Partnership Aims to Transform the Lives of Youth
By: Ashmar Mandou A new collaboration between Meridian Health Plan of Illinois and Chicago Fire FC aims to address health disparities and bring about consistent awareness and benefits through multiple… Read more
Experience Chicago in the Fall aboard Mercury
As Labor Day weekend approaches and Chicago shifts into beautiful fall weather, there is no better time to experience one of the many tours aboard Mercury, Chicago’s Skyline Cruiseline. From… Read more
