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Report Reveals Illinois Schools Phasing In Universal Mental Health Screening for Students
The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) released the results of a statewide landscape scan that revealed that Illinois school districts are well on their way toward phasing in universal… Read more
Chicago Board of Education Sets Guiding Parameters as CPS Community Develops New Five-Year Plan
The Chicago Board of Education Thursday adopted a resolution that aims to guide engagement and development of the District’s next five-year strategic plan. The resolution outlines parameters that emphasize strengthening… Read more
ComEd Invites Local Students to Apply for College Scholarships of Up to $10,000 Each
ComEd announced it is now accepting applications for $200,000 worth of college scholarships made available through its Future of Energy Scholars program, created for Illinois students pursuing degrees in STEM…. Read more
Planned Parenthood of Illinois Opens State-of-the-Art Health Care Center
On Tuesday, Planned Parenthood of Illinois (PPIL) is proud to open the doors of a new 11,200 square foot, state-of-the-art health center in Carbondale, Illinois. The Carbondale Health Center, 200… Read more
AMA Offers Health Recommendations for New Year
With the new year approaching, the American Medical Association (AMA) is offering recommendations to help Americans make the most impactful, long-lasting improvements to their health in 2024 and beyond. “It… Read more
City, State Partnership Expands Access to Medication to Treat Alcohol Use Disorder
The Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) and the Illinois Department of Health and Human Service Substance Use Prevention and Recovery (IDHS SUPR) announced that expanded access to medication to… Read more
City Announces SECOND Annual ‘You Name a Snowplow’ Contest
The Department of Streets and Sanitation (DSS) announced the City’s second annual ‘You Name A Snowplow’ contest. Chicago residents are once again encouraged to create innovative snowplow names and submit… Read more
Giannoulias Anuncia Nuevas Leyes que Entrarán en Efecto el 1º de Enero
El Secretario del Estado de Illinois, Alexi Giannoulias, anunció varias nuevas leyes iniciadas por su oficina, que entrarán en efecto al iniciarse el nuevo año. Las iniciativas fueron aprobadas a… Read more
Giannoulias Announces New Laws to Take Effect Jan. 1
Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias announced several new laws initiated by his office that will take effect at the start of the new year. The initiatives were passed earlier… Read more
Count the Ways to Ring in the New Year at Navy Pier
Navy Pier and its partners are pulling out all the stops to celebrate the New Year in signature Chicago style. From rocking parties to sophisticated soirees and captivating cruises, a… Read more
