Author Archives: Editor
DPI, IDPH Launch COVID-19 Tracker
The Discovery Partners Institute (DPI) and the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) announced a new website that tracks the levels of COVID-19 in wastewater samples in Chicago and other cities… Read more
City Announces Finalists for City’s ‘You Name a Snowplow’ Contest
Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot and the Department of Streets and Sanitation (DSS) announced on Sunday the 50 final names chosen for the City’s inaugural “You Name a Snowplow” contest. The… Read more
Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas Sending More than $47M in Automatic Refunds to Homeowners
More than 53,000 property owners who overpaid their First Installment taxes last year will automatically get back more than $47 million in refunds starting this week. More than 58 percent… Read more
Free Museum Days
Free Museum Days are here in Chicago and serve as the perfect opportunity to explore a plethora of exhibits with family and friends. Museums across the City are currently offering… Read more
Mayoral Candidate Jesús “Chuy” García Unveils Safety Plan
By: Ashmar Mandou Mayoral Candidate Jesús “Chuy” García unveiled an ambitious public safety plan in front of a crowd at the City Club of Chicago on January 13th. The safety… Read more
Chicago Polar Bear Club Annual Polar Plunge Returns
The Chicago Polar Bear Club’s 22nd Annual Polar Plunge continues a long tradition of fundraising to benefit local families in need, with another polar plunge fundraiser on Saturday, Jan. 28th… Read more
New Network Connects Chicagoans to Food and Medical Benefits Like SNAP (Link) And Medicaid. Assistance Is Free
At Family Focus Lawndale, staff say they are striving to work themselves out of a job. The organization, which provides support services and resources for families on the city’s West… Read more
Chicago Cultural Center Announces New Visual Art Exhibitions
The City of Chicago and the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) announces new visual art exhibitions, along with tours, lectures, and more taking place this winter and… Read more
El hogar de veteranos en Quincy alcanza un hito
Los líderes comunitarios celebraron la última viga estructural que se colocó en el Hogar de Veteranos de Quincy el 12 de enero. La ceremonia “Topping Out” marca un hito importante… Read more
The Agony of Afghanistan
By Daniel Nardini The United Nations has called upon the Taliban government in Afghanistan to respect the rights of women and to restore women’s right for health care, education and… Read more »