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Chicago Cares Hosts Day of Service
By: Ashmar Mandou Thousands of volunteers were part of the solution this past Saturday as they descended onto the Daily Plaza for Chicago Cares annual Serve-a-thon event. Serve-a-thon is the… Read more
Ways for Dads to Connect with Teens During the “Other Terrible Toos”
The Terrible Twos is a normal stage of child development when toddlers try to show their growing independence, often with mood changes and temper tantrums. Children eventually grow out of… Read more
Chevrolet Uses Soccer to Spread Play in Chicago
Chevrolet donated a pop-up soccer pitch to help Beyond the Ball, a youth and community development organization, transform a neighborhood associated with gang culture into a place where children can… Read more
Happy Father’s Day!
We would like to wish a Happy Father’s Day to all the wonderful men in our community. This is a time to celebrate love, family, and to create unforgettable moments… Read more
Governor Quinn Proclaims “Borinqueneers Day” to Honor Puerto Rican War Heroes
Governor Pat Quinn proclaimed June 14 as “Borinqueneers Day” in Illinois to honor the veterans of the legendary 65th Infantry Regiment, the all-Puerto Rican unit that distinguished itself in every… Read more
Mayor Emanuel Meets with Former Chicago Fire Star
Mayor Rahm Emanuel joined by Alderman Daniel Solis met with Cuauhtémoc Blanco, an international soccer star and former Chicago Fire player who attended last week’s friendly pre-World Cup soccer match… Read more
FIFA World Cup Is Here!
We are just as excited as you are to cheer our favorite teams on. For viewing parties around town be sure to check out Lawndale News for World Cup updates… Read more
Fiestas Puertorriqueñas Returns
By: Ashmar Mandou It is that time of year again when all of Chicago will be celebrating Puerto Rican culture and heritage at the 32nd annual Fiestas Puertorriqueñas this weekend…. Read more
Message from Mayor Rahm Emanuel
The Puerto Rican Independence Day festivities celebrate the rich culture of Chicago’s Puerto Rican community with lively music, entertainment, and authentic cuisine in the heart of Humboldt Park, said Mayor… Read more
Sinai Health System Names New President and CEO
The Board of Directors of Sinai Health System announced that Karen Teitelbaum will become president and CEO, effective July 1. Teitelbaum takes the helm at the 695-bed hospital group following… Read more