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Lincoln Park Zoo Welcomes a Pair of Mustachioed Emperor Tamarins
Lincoln Park Zoo has two new petite primate residents! Emperor tamarins Sal and Feta have settled into their habitat in Regenstein Small Mammal-Reptile House. The monkeys have striking white mustaches… Read more
Congressman Garcia Shares Information in Spanish about Immigrant Rights
As Donald Trump takes office and in light of remarks from officials who will be part of his administration to make Chicago “ground zero” for deportations, Congressman Jesus “Chuy” Garcia… Read more
MWRD, Forest Preserves of Cook County to Study Major Project that Would Connect South Suburbs with Nature and Alleviate Flooding
The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago (MWRD) and the Forest Preserves of Cook County are partnering on a feasibility study in southeast Cook County for a collaborative project… Read more
Rogers Park Business Alliance Creates New Business Empowerment Center
By: Ashmar Mandou Rogers Park Business Alliance excitedly announces a new State of Illinois Economic Empowerment Center will be opening their doors to the community, among other expansions of its… Read more
Violence Prevention RFP Now Open
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) is inviting Requests for Proposals (RFPs) from organizations to enhance trauma-informed victim services across the city. The initiative will expand support available to those… Read more
Stay Warm in the Cold This Weekend
The City of Chicago maintains warming centers on weekdays when temperatures are 32 degrees and below, and libraries and Chicago Parks District facilities are open for those who need shelter… Read more
Saint Anthony Children’s Hospital Expands into Mental Health Service for those Most at Risk
Supportive Psychiatry and Resilience for Kids (SPARK) is the newest expansion of services at Saint Anthony Children’s Hospital. SPARK will be a dedicated service to help children with their mental… Read more
The Triton College Cernan Earth and Space Center Presents Laser Taylor Swift this Winter
Are you ready for it? The Triton College Cernan Earth and Space Center invites you to enjoy the Laser Taylor Swift cosmic light show on Saturdays in February – Feb. 1,… Read more
Illinois Families, Schools Unite to Celebrate School Choice Week
Families looking for a new K-12 education option this fall can find out about their choices and start the process of choosing through fun and family-friendly events taking place all… Read more
New Landscape Analysis of Quad Cities Region Finds Opportunities in Education Offerings and Workforce Development
The Illinois Board of Higher Education (IBHE), in partnership with the Center for Economic Mobility at WestEd, released a comprehensive education and workforce analysis for the Quad Cities region, Thrive… Read more
