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Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias Launches Skip-the-Line Program
To reduce lines and headaches at Illinois’ busiest Driver and Motor Vehicle Facilities (DMVs), Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias launched the Skip-the-Line program this week. The multi-pronged approach to improve… Read more
LPZ Announces First-Ever Zoo-Based Memory Enrichment Program
Lincoln Park Zoo is excited to announce Memory Enrichment, a free, monthly program for people living with Dementia along with their family, friends, and care partners. This new pilot program… Read more
Illinois Homeowner Assistance Fund Program Closing in 60 Days
The Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA) announced the Illinois Homeowner Assistance Fund (ILHAF) will no longer accept applications beginning at 11:59 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 31, 2023. ILHAF supports qualified… Read more
City of Chicago Proclaims October 13th Fine Arts Buildings Day in Chicago
Chicago’s historic Fine Arts Building (410 S. Michigan Avenue) is thrilled to announce Mayor Brandon Johnson has proclaimed Friday, October 13 as Fine Arts Building Day in Chicago “in recognition… Read more
Cicero Public Library to Host Presentation on Latino Influence on Music in the USA
Dr. Catalina Maria Johnson will present at the Cicero Public Library on Latino influence on music in the USA. Come listen and learn and get in the mood for Hispanic… Read more
Chicago Park District Kicks Off Fall Indoor Swimming
As summer sunsets and the end of the beach season nears, Park District is transitioning into indoor pool programming. In Chicago, Beach season runs from Memorial Day weekend to Labor… Read more
Free Grief Camp Helps Kids Impacted by Homicide Heal from Trauma
According to the latest report by the nonpartisan Council on Criminal Justice, homicides are down nearly 10 percent overall across the United States, including in the city of Chicago. Despite the downward… Read more
Chicago Arts and Health Pilot for Creative Workers
The City of Chicago announced the launch of the Chicago Arts & Health Pilot for Creative Workers, an innovative paid job training program that seeks to bridge the realms of… Read more
Newborns to Receive Special Chicago Bears Swag at Advocate Hospitals
Advocate Health Care and the Chicago Bears are teaming up to welcome newborns to the world in a special way this week to kick off the NFL season. Each baby… Read more
ISBE Calls for Those Who Excel & Teacher of the Year Nominations and Applications
The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) issued a call for nominations for the 2024 Those Who Excel & Teacher of the Year Awards, the program that recognizes outstanding teachers,… Read more
