La Oficina del Asesor Organiza Evento Sobre Latinas y la Propiedad de la Vivienda

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La Oficina del Asesor del Condado de Cook celebró el Mes de la Herencia Hispana, con un evento comunitario enfocado en empoderar a la mujer latina y sus familias a aspirar a ser propietario de vivienda y establecer riqueza generacional. Este evento fue parte de la contínua serie Equidad Racial & Conversación de Bienes Raíces de la oficina. El evento incluyó un panel de debate con líderes de la vivienda y la comunidad local y un área de recursos para que los asistentes conozcan los programas disponibles para los propietarios y presuntos compradores de casa. Hubo también un área de juegos para niños, creando un ambiente inclusive para familias. Las organizaciones participantes incluyeron The Resurrection Project, Brighton Park Neighborhood Council, La Casa Community y el programa Southwest Equity Assurance Program. Los panelistas incluyeron a Erica Esquivel, corredora administrativa, The Resurrction Project; Angie Maciel-Wright, propietaria de La Casa Playroom and Community; y Lupe Marín, Directora de Enlace de la Oficina del Asesor del Condado de Cook. La Oficina del Asesor del Condado de Cook administra exenciones de ahorro en impuestos de propiedad para los propietarios. Las exenciones están disponibles sin importar el status del ciudadano, con ayuda en español para los propietarios que la necesiten.

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Representatives García Introduces the DIVERSIFY Act

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Last week, Representatives Jesús “Chuy” García (IL-04), Jahana Hayes (CT-05) and Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ), reintroduced the Diversifying by Investing in Educators and Students to Improve Outcomes For Youth (DIVERSIFY) Act, legislation that would strengthen and expand the TEACH Grant award and help build a well prepared and diverse educator workforce. The TEACH Grant, created in 2007, provides up to $4,000 to undergraduate and graduate students interested in becoming teachers and serving in a high-need field teaching students from low-income families. The DIVERSIFY Act aims to help create a well-prepared and diverse educator workforce by:

• Increasing the maximum TEACH Grant award to $8,000 per year to better reflect the rising cost of higher education and educator preparation.

• Ending sequestration cuts to the TEACH Grant award, ensuring eligible students can receive the full grant amount authorized by Congress.

• Ensuring that the TEACH Grant Program effectively covers the full cost of comprehensive preparation and reduces debt burdens by amending the program to cover the full cost of attendance, rather than just tuition, fees, and institutionally owned housing.

Mayor Johnson, City Council Members Introduce Data Center Moratorium Ordinance

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On Wednesday, Mayor Brandon Johnson and Ald. Maria Hadden (49th Ward), Ald. Leni Manaa-Hoppenworth (48th Ward), and Ald. Lamont J. Robinson (4th Ward) introduced the Data Center Moratorium Ordinance, which would temporarily pause the development of new data centers and the material expansion of existing facilities while the City develops a comprehensive regulatory framework for data centers. The proposed 12-month moratorium would provide the City’s Data Centers Task Force, established by Mayor Johnson’s August 2026 Executive Order, time to build upon the research and recommendations of the Sustainable Data Centers Working Group and develop long-term policies that address the impacts of data centers on clean air, clean water, energy use, and the health and quality of life of Chicago residents. While the moratorium is in place, the Data Centers Task Force will continue developing a comprehensive regulatory framework, building upon the research and recommendations of the Sustainable Data Centers Working Group.

City Colleges of Chicago Announces Free, Flexible Information Tech (IT) and Computer Courses

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City Colleges of Chicago is launching no cost computer and Information Technology (IT) continuing education courses to help Chicago residents build high-demand technical skills. The program offers flexible scheduling options, including evening and Saturday sessions, allowing people to balance learning with work and family commitments. In-person sessions will be held at Malcolm X College. As businesses across all industries transition to cloud-computing and digital infrastructure, basic computer literacy and specialized tech skills have become essential qualifications for the modern workforce. The course lineup features three specialized online IT certifications and one in-person foundational class:

• Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900) – CE IT 1012: Introduces the core concepts of cloud computing and Microsoft Azure, preparing students directly for the AZ-900 certification exam. Held online via Zoom. Fridays; 10/6 to 11/17 7:00-8:30pm | Class #38692

• AWS Academy Cloud Foundations – CE IT 1011: Explores cloud architecture, core AWS services, security protocols, and career pathways in the cloud industry. Held online via Zoom, during evening hours. Thursdays: 10/6 to 12/8 6:00-9:00pm | Class #38724

• Google Cybersecurity Certificate – CE IT 1016: Focuses on foundational cybersecurity skills, data protection, and career opportunities in information security. Held online via Zoom during evening hours.  Monday & Tuesdays: 9/22 7:00-9:00pm | Class #38878. Late start possible and four (4) spaces left.

• Computer Basics – PERDEV 4008: Tailored for true beginners to learn essential digital skills for school, work, and daily life. Held in person on Saturdays: 10/10 to 11/28 9:00-11:00am | Class #38751

Registration is currently open at no cost to participants. Spots are limited. For questions and more information, contact the Community and Continuing Education department at 312-850-7136 or email at mxc-cont-ed@ccc.edu.  Some classes are made possible through a grant from ICCB.

Free Back-to-School Vaccination Clinics Available Through October

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To make it easier for families to get their children vaccinated, CCDPH is hosting free community back-to-school vaccination clinics throughout suburban Cook County through October. Families are encouraged to first contact their child’s healthcare provider to check vaccination records and schedule any needed vaccines. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to check their child’s vaccination record now rather than waiting until a vaccine is required for school. Staying on schedule protects children during the ages when they may be most vulnerable to serious illness and helps prevent outbreaks in schools, childcare settings and communities. To find a free CCDPH vaccination clinic, learn more about childhood vaccines and find information about staying up to date, visit everyvacinecounts.com.

City of Chicago to Host Annual Healing Arts Chicago Summit

Mayor Brandon Johnson, the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) and the Department of Public Health (CDPH) announced details for the 2026 Healing Arts Chicago Summit, taking place on Saturday, Oct. 10, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Malcolm X College. Returning to Malcolm X College, where Healing Arts Chicago artists receive their training and certification as community health workers, the annual summit will begin with remarks from city officials and a keynote address by Tricia Hersey, artist, activist, and founder of The Nap Ministry and the Rest Is Resistance framework. Interested attendees can register via Eventbrite. For more information, including the full Healing Arts Chicago Summit schedule, visit Chicago.gov/HealingArts.

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YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago Launches Y for All

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The YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago announced the launch of Y for All to make Y membership and a range of programs even more accessible to thousands of households across the region facing rapidly rising costs. Y for All responds to the nation’s growing affordability crisis: according to United Way’s ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed) research, more than 1 million Illinois households are struggling to cover basic needs like housing, food, and childcare, and increasingly, that strain extends to middle-income households as well as low-income ones. The Y has long offered financial assistance to members who need it. Y for All expands that commitment, further removing barriers so even more individuals and families can access the Y’s health, wellness, family, and community resources, regardless of their financial circumstances. Individuals and families interested in applying for Y for All can visit their nearest YMCA location today or learn more at https://join.ymcachicago.org/.

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All City of Chicago Stalking No Contact Order Proceedings Will Relocate to the Daley Center

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Under a new General Administrative Order, all Stalking No Contact Order (SNCO) petitions filed within the City of Chicago will be filed at the Daley Center starting this week. “Starting Monday, anyone filing a Stalking No Contact Order in Chicago will need to do so at the Daley Center,” said Clerk Spyropoulos. “We have identified a new space on the concourse level that will be used exclusively for Stalking No Contact Order matters.” The courthouse located at 555 W. Harrison will no longer accept Stalking No Contact Order petitions. Any pending or follow-up hearings will also be assigned to the Daley Center. The Chicago Stalking No Contact Order Office is now open on the concourse level of the Daley Center in Room CL24. The office will be staffed Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. For additional information, please call (312) 603-1250.

Illinois DCFS, Save Abandoned Babies Foundation Aims to Connect Parents with Baby Safe Haven Law information

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The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) and the Save Abandoned Babies Foundation announced the launch of a new campaign designed to immediately connect the public to lifesaving information about the Illinois Newborn Infant Protection Act, commonly referred to as the Baby Safe Haven Law. This critical law provides parents in crisis with a safe, anonymous and legal alternative to infant abandonment. Under the law, a parent may hand an unharmed newborn, up to 30 days old, to staff at a designated safe haven and walk away – no questions asked and without fear of prosecution.  In Illinois, safe havens are hospitals, emergency medical care facilities, police stations, firehouses, college and university police stations and Illinois State Police district headquarters. To bridge the gap, Illinois DCFS is mailing weatherproof stickers to every safe haven in the state with instructions to place them onto their building’s safe haven sign. The stickers feature a universal QR code that provides quick, discreet access to information and confidential support for expectant or new parents in crisis through the Save Abandoned Babies Foundation’s website, saveabandonedbabies.org.

Lincoln Square Apple Fest Returns in October

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For nearly 40 years, Lincoln Square Apple Fest has transformed Lincoln Avenue into Chicago’s favorite fall street party, celebrating the Midwest harvest with food, farms, shopping, live entertainment, and seasonal traditions. This year, the festival is turning up the flavor with a playful lineup of one-of-a-kind apple dishes crafted exclusively for Apple Fest weekend.  With more than 100 vendors, visitors can explore a wide range of food, drinks, and fall treats. The apple fest will include live entertainment, and the 15th annual Pooch Costume Contest on October 3rd. Pre-registration is required for the Pooch Costume Contest. The Lincoln Square Apple Fest takes place on Lincoln Avenue between Lawrence and Sunnyside. Festival hours are Friday, Oct. 2nd, 3pm to 7pm.; Saturday, Oct. 3rd, 9am to 6pm; and Sunday, Oct. 4th, 9am to 6pm. Admission is a $5 suggested donation. For more information or to register for the Annual Pooch Costume Contest, visit lincolnsquare.org/apple-fest

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