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The Morton Arboretum August and September calendar of events
In August and September, The Morton Arboretum will offer special events and in-person and online programming for all ages. All fees listed are for general public admission to the Arboretum… Read more
Gov. Pritzker Signs HOME IL Bill Codifying Illinois Action on Homelessness Prevention
Governor JB Pritzker signed HB2381, codifying the Illinois Interagency Task Force on Homelessness and the Community Advisory Council on Homelessness, initially established by the Governor via executive order in 2021…. Read more
ComEd Community Energy Assistance Ambassador Program Earns National Recognition
ComEd’s work to connect customers in need with bill assistance while also providing temporary, part-time employment to residents from low-income neighborhoods, was recently recognized by utility-industry association Chartwell Inc., one of three awards presented to… Read more
City Announces Request for Proposals for $15M Residential Decarbonization and Retrofit Program
Mayor Brandon Johnson announced the release of a Request for Proposals (RFP) to select providers to administer the Residential Decarbonization and Retrofit Program. This program will advance the equitable decarbonization… Read more
Triton College’s Adult Education Program Hiring ESL Instructors
Triton College’s Adult Education Program is currently hiring English as a Second Language (ESL) adjunct instructors. The Adult Education Department is hoping to recruit individuals passionate about teaching and helping… Read more
Casa Central Hosts 2023 Back-to-School Community Block Party
Casa Central’s Early Learning Academy is hosting its 2023 Back-to School Community Block Party on Saturday, Aug. 5th from 10a.m., to 2p.m. The event will take place outside the Casa… Read more
IDPH Announces $10M Program to Provide Air Purifiers to Improve Air Quality in Day Care Centers
Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) announced that the state is offering more than 20,000 HEPA (High Efficiency Particulate Air) purifiers at no cost to… Read more
Cook County Opening Three Additional Cooling Centers During Excessive Summer Heat
Hot, humid and potentially stormy weather conditions will move across Cook County starting on Wednesday and ending Friday, according to the National Weather Service. Peak afternoon heat index values between… Read more
IDPH Urges Public to Watch Out for Rabid Bats, Other Infected Animals
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is reminding the public to be aware of the potential for exposure to rabies from infected animals. Bats are the most common source… Read more
Red Cross Offers Heat Safety Tips
High temperatures are expected throughout much of the Illinois region this week. It is important to take precautions to avoid heat exhaustion or heat stroke. The Red Cross offers steps… Read more
