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ComEd Reminds Customers of Expanded Assistance Options to Help with Energy Bills
As many Illinois families and businesses continue to struggle with the financial challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, ComEd reminds customers in need that a variety of assistance options are… Read more
9-1-1 Telecommunicator Position in Cicero Available
NORCOMM 9-1-1 Dispatch, a consolidated, civilian staffed 9-1-1 communications center within the State of Illinois is currently seeking applicants that have the desire to work in an exciting, challenging and… Read more
Berwyn Public Art Initiative to Hold Social Justice Mural Dedication Ceremony
The Berwyn Public Art Initiative (BPAI) held a mural dedication ceremony on Wednesday, Sept. 16th for two social justice mural sites completed by Youth Crossroads, Inc., Berwyn South School District… Read more
Youth Cigarette Use Reaches New Low in Chicago, Although Vaping is on the Rise and Racial Differences Increase
The rate of cigarette smoking by youth in Chicago is down to 3.9 percent, a historic low, yet vaping is on the rise and racial disparities in tobacco use have… Read more
Attorney General Raoul Files Motion to Prevent Health Care Discrimination
Attorney General Kwame Raoul joined a coalition of 23 attorneys general to file a motion for summary judgment in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York… Read more
Could a Potential ‘Twindemic’ Be on the Horizon?
Six months since the pandemic brought Illinois to a sudden halt, a new threat is on the horizon and it could prove to be an even deadlier fall. With flu… Read more
WBDC to Inform, Inspire Next Wave of Entrepreneurs
The Women’s Business Development Center (WBDC) will host Pivoting for Progress on Thursday, September 17 from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The virtual event is the WBDC’s annual signature Midwest… Read more
ISBE Seeks Community Input on State Funding for Public Education
The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) is asking educators, parents, students, and community organizations to give their input on state funding for public education. ISBE is accepting testimony in… Read more
Scholarship Program Seeking Illinois’ Top Youth Volunteers
In this time of disruption due to COVID-19, it’s more important than ever to celebrate young people making a difference through volunteer service. Through November 10, Prudential Financial and the… Read more
Little Village Xquina Incubator Café Receives Opportunity Funding
The Little Village Chamber of Commerce and Community Foundation announces that the City of Chicago City Council has approved a $1.5 million Neighborhood Opportunity Fund grant that will help create… Read more