Author Archives: Editor
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
International Latino Cultural Center of Chicago Announces First Chicago Latino Dance Festival
The International Latino Cultural Center of Chicago proudly presents the first ever Chicago Latino Dance Festival, a four-week celebration of the rich variety and versatility of Iberoamerican dance and of… Read more
Make the most of Back-to-School Season with one more Family-Friendly getaway
The Illinois Office of Tourism recognizes and celebrates the back-to-school season with a list of statewide budget-friendly getaways for families to experience before the new school year begins. The list… Read more
Fan Expo Chicago 2023
FAN EXPO Chicago, the region’s longest-running comic and pop culture convention, which ran August 10 – 13, 2023, at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, brought together thousands… Read more
