City and Chicago Public Schools Leaders Celebrate Educators for Achieving National Board Certification
City of Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson, Board of Education President Sean Harden, Chicago Public Schools (CPS) CEO Pedro Martinez, CPS Chief Education Officer Bogdana Chkoumbova, and Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) Vice President Jackson Potter joined Tamara Dudley, Vice President of the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards, and Dan Montgomery, President of the Illinois Federation of Teachers, for a District-wide celebration of educator excellence Thursday night at Marie Sklodowska Curie Metropolitan High School.
Young Women in Illinois Can Now Apply to Build, Race Electric Powered Go-Carts at ComEd EV Rally
ComEd is excited to announce the return of its signature science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) program for future female STEM leaders, the ComEd EV Rally. Young women in Illinois can now apply to participate in the annual summer event, where teams of teens build and race electric go-carts. This year, 45 teens will have the opportunity to work with women from ComEd to explore STEM career opportunities and build their STEM experience. Since the program’s inception in 2014, over 250 teens have participated in EV Rally or its predecessor program, the ComEd IceBox Derby.
The $2 billion wealth transfer: How Cook County's property tax appeals system rewards businesses at the expense of homeowners
Nearly $2 billion in property taxes shifted onto homeowners from businesses over just three years, with a disproportionate share of the added burden falling on lower-income Black and Latino homeowners, a first-of-its-kind analysis by the Treasurer's Office found.
MAYOR BRANDON JOHNSON APPOINTS MICHAEL MCMURRAY AS COMMISSIONER FOR CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF AVIATION
Mayor Brandon Johnson named Michael McMurray to lead the Chicago Department of Aviation as commissioner today. McMurray brings over 25 years of experience in transportation and infrastructure, serving most recently as the President of Transportation and Infrastructure and Managing Director of Wight & Company, a multidisciplinary architectural, engineering, transportation and construction firm for the Chicago office.
tastylive announces free live trading events for 2025
tastylive, the world’s largest digital financial network for active derivatives traders, is hitting the road with a high-energy series of live trading events across the U.S. and Europe — and you're invited. Whether you're a seasoned trader or just curious about the markets, these free, in-person events are designed to educate, entertain, and connect.
INAUGURAL FUTURE WAY FORWARD CONFERENCE INVITES AMERICA TO COME TOGETHER -- FOR REAL AND FOR GOOD
In a time when division continues to take center stage, the Future Way Forward Conference (FWF) is flipping the script. Held at the iconic National Museum of African American Music in the heart of Nashville, this first-of-its-kind three-day event is designed to move us beyond the noise of race, culture, and politics and into real conversations and real plans to build a better future, together.
A Local Family Gives Back To The Community Through Scholarship
Amy, Esther, Sandra and Lisa Kwarteng decided to honor their father Dr. Alex Kwarteng by establishing a foundation and awarding $10,000 in scholarships to students at Southland College Prep Charter High School in Richton Park, Ill.
Dovetail Project Receives Support From The NBA Foundation And The Chicago Bulls
Sheldon Smith founded the Dovetail Project in 2009, with the goal to help young fathers between the ages of 17 years old to 24 years old. Fathers in the Dovetail Project program receive skills, tools and opportunities for careers that will help them become effective parents and leaders in their families and communities. Smith wanted to launch a fatherhood initiative that would support young dads because he was a young father, and his parents had him at the age of 18 years old.
Summit Encourages Non-Profit Practitioners To Collaborate To Create Change
The Office of Civic Engagement at the University of Chicago recently hosted its third annual South Side Strong Summit. The theme of this year’s event was “Connecting Community. Catalyzing Impact.” The goal of the event was to provide collaborative strategies to individuals and organizations in the nonprofit sector, focusing on violence intervention and prevention.
CPS And NASCAR Partner For STEM Fest Challenge
Students from Chicago Public Schools had the opportunity to participate in the third annual STEAM Fest Challenge. There were 600 students from kindergarten to 12th grade who competed in a NASCAR-themed design challenge.
Roseland Ceasefire Warns Chicago's Homicide Numbers Could Be Victim of Trump's Targeted Cuts
Chicago is seeing some of its lowest homicide numbers since 1962, according to the City of Chicago. In April, 20 homicides were recorded. That brings the total number of people slain to 116, which are 35 people fewer than last year.
City of Chicago to Honor Fallen Heroes With 2025 Memorial Day Wreath Laying Ceremony & Parade
The City of Chicago will commemorate Memorial Day on Saturday, May 24, with a wreath laying ceremony at 11 a.m. at Richard J. Daley Center Plaza, 50 W. Washington St., followed by the annual Memorial Day Parade at noon along State Street. The ceremony will be emceed by Master Sgt. Adam Shaw, U.S. Army (retired), and will include remarks from Mayor Brandon Johnson.
Peace of Mind In A Digital Age
Many people believe that once they’ve created a will or living trust, their estate planning work is done. But in today’s digital age, that’s only part of the story. If your estate plan doesn’t address your digital assets, you may be leaving your legacy—and your loved ones—vulnerable.
Understanding Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease: What You Need to Know
Dementia, a condition often associated with aging, affects millions of individuals and families around the world. But despite its prevalence, many people remain unsure of what dementia actually is, how it differs from Alzheimer’s disease, and what early signs to look out for.
Clerk Monica Gordon Celebrates Opening of Roseland Freedom Defense Center
Cook County Clerk Monica Gordon joined officials from the Cook County Public Defender’s Office and other community partners Tuesday to celebrate the grand opening of the Roseland Freedom Defense Center, a first-if-its-kind facility that will provide much needed legal services and support for residents of the Southland.
METROPOLITAN WATER RECLAMATION DISTRICT (MWRD) COMMISSIONER YUMEKA BROWN FORMALIZES EXPLORATORY COMMITTEE FOR U.S. CONGRESS
(Matteson, IL) Yumeka Brown-Current MWRD Commissioner and Matteson Village Clerk- has formalized an exploratory committee for her anticipated run for the United States Congress representing the 2nd Congressional District. In addition, Commissioner Brown has officially launched an extensive listening tour throughout the region. This comes immediately following the announcement of Congresswoman Robin Kelly’s run for the United States Senate representing the State of Illinois.
The Truth Will Come to Light
I am in the season of life where many dear friends and family members have become care-dependent — or have made their final transition
Olympic Swimmer Advocates For Pool Access
May is Water Safety Month and Olympic swimmer Cullen Jones is using his platform to increase access to pools, swimming education and swimming participation.
Luxury Car Owners Can Sell Their Vehicles Seamlessly at McLaren Chicago
Customers in and around Chicago, Illinois, can sell their vehicles through personalized services at the McLaren Chicago dealership.
