Author Archives: Editor
State Rep. Hernandez to Champion Education in New House Term
State Rep. Elizabeth ‘Lisa’ Hernandez, D-Cicero, was sworn in to a new term in the Illinois House on Wednesday, where she will continue to work on salient issues including education…. Read more
Chicago Public Schools Awarded Federal Grant for Personalized Learning
Four magnet cluster schools across Chicago Public Schools (CPS) are gearing up to adopt a new learning model that positions students at the center of designing their education. The schools… Read more
ComEd and Nicor Gas Team Up to Offer Advanced Certifications to Local Contractors Focused on Energy Efficiency
ComEd and Nicor Gas are collaborating to provide advanced energy efficiency certification opportunities to recent graduates of the utilities’ Market Development Initiative (MDI) programs. MDI is an educational offering designed… Read more
IEMA-OHS Encourages Testing During Radon Action Month
With no scent, color, or taste, radon is a stealthy killer. In fact, it’s the second leading cause of lung cancer in the U.S. “January is National Radon Action Month… Read more
Gov. Pritzker Announces Launch of BEACON Children’s Behavioral Health Portal
Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Children’s Behavioral Health Transformation Initiative (CBHTI) announced the public launch of the BEACON (Behavioral Health Care and Ongoing Navigation) care portal, a centralized resource… Read more
Nurse recognized as 2024 Advocate Health Care Nurse of the Year at Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital
Victoria Lozano is a registered nurse specializing in diabetes care and education. She was selected as a 2024 Nurse of the Year for her exemplary demonstration of Advocate Health Care’s… Read more
Commissioner George Cardenas Encourages Taxpayers to Appeal Their Property Value Assessments Before Deadline
Homeowners in Jefferson Township have until January 17th to appeal their property’s assessed value to the Cook County Board of Review. Appealing with the Board of Review is a free service… Read more
Upcoming 2025 Free Days and Nights at Shedd Aquarium
On select days and times throughout the year, Shedd Aquarium offers free admission to Illinois residents, expanding access for guests to come face-to-face with aquatic life from around the world…. Read more
President Preckwinkle Encourages Public to Commit to Day of Service in Honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Cook County Board and Forest Preserves of Cook County President Toni Preckwinkle invites residents to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. by joining a day of service… Read more
New Year, New Flag? State Flag Redesign Public Voting Begins
Illinoisans Can Vote for Their Favorite Finalist Now Through Feb. 14 The public voting period for the Illinois state flag redesign contest has kicked off and will run through February… Read more
