Author Archives: Editor
Chicago Housing Authority Office of the Inspector General wins National Award for Excellence
The Chicago Housing Authority (CHA) Office of the Inspector General (OIG) has been awarded a 2024 Exemplary Knighton Award for best performance audit among local government audit organizations of similar… Read more
Andrew S. Boutros Takes Oath of Office as United States Attorney for the Northern District of Illinois
Andrew S. Boutros, who served as a federal prosecutor in Chicago for nearly eight years before entering private law practice, took the Oath of Office on Tuesday, April 8th, as the… Read more
Column: Your Property Taxes with Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas
Why We Pay Property Taxes In Arrears? By Maria Pappas One of the most common questions I get in my office, is, “Why do we collect taxes for the previous… Read more
Choose Chicago Announces Kristen Reynolds as New President & CEO
Choose Chicago announced that Kristen Reynolds, a highly respected leader in the travel and tourism industry, will serve as the organization’s new President and Chief Executive Officer, effective May 5. … Read more
Cervantes Leads Measure to Ensure Quicker Turnaround Times for ICIJA Grant Approvals
Applicants for the Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority (ICIJA) grants may soon see faster turnarounds on their approvals, thanks to a new initiative led by State Senator Javier Cervantes. “Grant… Read more
Bank of America Continues Commitment to Underserved Communities
By: Ashmar Mandou Bank of America continues their commitment to invest in underserved neighborhoods with their announcement of Ogden Commons being one of the beneficiaries of their Community Development Banking… Read more
Triton College Celebrates Community College Month
This April, Triton College celebrates Community College Month, recognizing the invaluable role community colleges play in expanding access to higher education, fostering economic mobility, and strengthening local communities. “For more… Read more
Chicago Public Schools Opens Applications for Preschool 2025-26 Programs
Many Chicago Public Schools are opening doors this week for families interested in exploring the District’s free full-day preschool program for four-year-olds and half-day preschool program for three-year-olds. The School… Read more
After School Matters Sneaker Ball to Celebrate Fashion and Philanthropy for Chicago Teens
Sneaker Ball – one of After School Matters’ most anticipated events – takes place Friday, April 25 at Chicago’s Punch Bowl Social, 310 N. Green St., hosted by the organization’s… Read more
Fine Advances Measure to Test Baby Food for Toxic Metals Out of the Senate
To ensure families and their children are protected from toxic heavy metals, State Senator Laura Fine advanced a measure to strengthen safety regulations for baby foods. “Parents expect baby food… Read more
