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Popular Vitamin, Mineral Supplements Provide No Health Benefit, Study Finds
The most commonly consumed vitamin and mineral supplements provide no consistent health benefit or harm, suggests a new study led by researchers at St. Michael’s Hospital and the University of… Read more
U.S. Life Expectancy is Down Again
The U.S. death rate rose last year, and 2017 will likely be the third straight year of decline in American life expectancy, according to preliminary data. Death rates rose for… Read more
Gum Disease Causes Serious Issues
Your dentist keeps warning you about bleeding or inflamed gums for a reason. They can be a gateway to serious health issues. Periodontal disease, the result of infections and inflammations… Read more
Youth Guidance Celebrates Milestone Anniversary
In May, generous supporters gathered together at the Palmer House Hilton to celebrate the work of Youth Guidance (YG) and the formative journey of its youth during the 2018 Bright… Read more
Triton’s GENIUS Scholarship Program to Support Talented Science Students
Academically gifted students from low-income backgrounds are encouraged to apply for Triton College’s new Geo-Engineering Innovations through Undergraduate Scholarship – or GENIUS – Program. The program awards full-ride scholarships for… Read more
City Plans to Make Full Day Pre-Kindergarten Universal
On Wednesday, the City announced plans to implement universal full-day pre-kindergarten for 4-year-olds, starting with an expansion for an additional 3,700 children next school year in CPS. Access to universal… Read more
First Generation Grad
By: Ashmar Mandou Chicago native Erin Hernandez established a profound impact as an undergrad at Northern Illinois University (NIU) with her altruistic demeanor, persistent deposition, and her loyalty to her… Read more
TIF Assistance Will Support Gotham Greens Expansion in Pullman
The development of Gotham Green’s 100,000-square-foot commercial greenhouse in Pullman will be supported through a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) plan approved by City Council. TIF assistance up to $3.4 million… Read more
New Investment Projects for Neighborhood Development
Mayor Rahm Emanuel announced Chicago’s program to generate funding from new downtown construction projects to support neighborhood economic development has hit the $25 million mark due to a new office building underway at 333… Read more
Illinois Supreme Court to Hear Chicago Food Truck’s Challenge
The Illinois Supreme Court announced on Wednesday that it would hear a food truck owner’s challenge to Chicago rules that make it difficult to operate in the city. The city… Read more
