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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
City Investigates Death of Migrant Child
By: Ashmar Mandou Alarming questions and concerns continue to ring out following the death of 5-year-old migrant Jean Carlos Martinez Rivero and the reported illnesses in other children living at… Read more
District Council Nominating Committee Commences Commissioner Selection Process
The District Council Nominating Committee announced the commencement of the selection process for the next Community Commission for Public Safety and Accountability (CCPSA). Applications for these esteemed positions will be… Read more