Author Archives: Editor
Griffin Museum of Science and Industry to Renovate the Building’s South Portico with $10 Million Grant from Driehaus Foundation
The Griffin Museum of Science and Industry is set to transform its historic South Portico, restoring its architectural splendor and enhancing visitor experience. The project is made possible through a… Read more
Mayor Brandon Johnson to Testify Before Congress
Caption by Ashmar Mandou On Monday Mayor Brandon Johnson was asked to appear before Congress next month to discuss the city’s status as a sanctuary city. The House Committee on… Read more
Chicago Latino Film Festival Announces Winner of Annual Poster Contest
The International Latino Cultural Center of Chicago (ILCC), producer of the Chicago Latino Film Festival (CLFF), announced the winner of the Festival’s annual poster competition: Brazilian painter and graphic artist… Read more
Organizations File Lawsuit Against Raids
By: Ashmar Mandou Earlier this week, several organizations banded together to file a lawsuit against the Trump Administration’s plans to carry out immigration raids in Chicago. The Illinois Coalition for… Read more
Visit Illinois State Parks for Eagle-Watching Events this Winter
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) invites the public to eagle-watching events across the state in January and February. The best time to see the majestic bald eagle in… Read more
Windy City Drops Road Matchup to Long Island
The Windy City Bulls, presented by BMO, the NBA G League affiliate of the Chicago Bulls, dropped a 92-110 road matchup to Long Island on Wednesday night. Chicago Bulls two-way… Read more
Fire Damages Six Apartments in 18-Unit Cicero Building Sunday, No Injuries
The Cicero Fire Department responded to a fire at an apartment building just after midnight this morning, Sunday, Jan. 26th at the 5600 Block of 22nd Place, Firefighters found fire… Read more
2025 Chicago Auto Show Honors First Responders and Military with Special Show Day
Chicago Auto Show organizers will host a First Responders and Military Appreciation Day on Tues., Feb 11. On this day, all first responders (police officers, EMTs, paramedics and firefighters) and… Read more
The Auditorium Presents Ballet Folklórico de México de Amalia Hernández
The Auditorium (Chicago’s landmark stage at 50 E. Ida B. Wells Drive) proudly announces the return of Ballet Folklórico de México de Amalia Hernández, last seen on The Auditorium stage… Read more
Smoke and Mirrors
By Daniel Nardini The ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement) raids in Chicago are having a chilling effect in a number of Latino neighborhoods. One person told me that Little Village… Read more »