Homeowners: Make sure you aren’t missing out on property tax savings
With the release of 2023 Second Installment Property Tax Bills, homeowners should check to make sure they are not missing property tax-saving exemptions on their bills.
Local Wreaths Across America Event Planned for Joliet
Wreaths Across America (WAA) proudly announces that its Mobile Education Exhibit (MEE) national tour will make stops in Illinois during the month of July to honor those who serve and their families, teach about service, and welcome home Vietnam veterans.
MATTESON FIRST RESPONDERS FROM YESTERDAY'S TRAIN DERAILMENT TO RECEIVE HERO’S WELCOME FROM 4000 RESIDENTS
Village President of Matteson, IL – will lead over 4000 Matteson and southland residents in an Independence Day concert and celebration dedicated to the Matteson First Responders who successfully performed their duties on yesterday during the CN Railroad crisis.
Four Lucky Senior Citizens Are Getting Free Home Repairs
Saturday, June 29, is designated as “Give Back Day”, a day of providing free home repairs for four senior citizens in the Chatham and Auburn Gresham communities of Chicago.
Bally's Chicago Casino Celebrates 1 Millionth Visitor
Just nine months after opening its temporary location in the historic Medinah Temple, Bally’s Chicago Casino welcomed its 1 millionth visitor, Don Neushwander and his partner, Hwa, from Morris, IL, who walked in together and were awarded the grand prize. Bally’s Chicago has consistently had the second most admissions of any casino in the state since its opening in September 2023. Monthly admissions increased 48 percent between September 2023 and May 2024, and the number of new and returning guests continues to climb.
Treasurer Maria Pappas analysis shows record-high property tax increases for south suburban homeowners
Homeowners in many south and southwest suburbs will have to pay a lot more in property taxes as the median tax bill jumped a record 19.9% in the region, according to an analysis released today by Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas.
CTA and Cigna Healthcare Open First of Two Wellness Fitness Centers at CTA University
The Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) and Cigna Healthcare have partnered to open the first of two new wellness fitness centers as part of a pilot program to help CTA employees make progress in achieving their fitness goals.
Denim Richards Appointed Director for Arts and Culture and Ambassador to Botswana for the African Union 6th Region Global
The African Union 6th Region Global is proud to announce the appointment of acclaimed actor and entrepreneur, Denim Richards, as the new Director for Arts and Culture and Ambassador to Botswana. This prestigious role recognizes Richards' exceptional contributions to the arts and his commitment to fostering cultural ties between the diaspora and Africa.
CHRONOMAT GIANNIS ANTETOKOUNMPO: A SLAM-DUNK COLLABORATION BETWEEN BREITLING AND THE BASKETBALL SUPERSTAR
Joining forces with pro basketball's Giannis Antetokounmpo, the Swiss luxury watchmaker introduces the co-designed Chronomat Giannis Antetokounmpo, a set of limited-edition timepieces embodying the athlete's unstoppable energy and inspiring journey from the street courts of Athens to the towering heights of the NBA.
EGAMI GROUP HIRES LAURA SUTPHEN AS AGENCY PRESIDENT
EGAMI Group, the award-winning, multicultural integrated communications agency, has appointed Laura Sutphen as President, with a focu s on accelerating growth and expanding capabilities at scale.
Wolters Kluwer, Together with the Black Nurse Collaborative, Increases Focus on Improving Advocacy for Underrepresented Groups in Nursing
Wolters Kluwer Health today announced a new collaboration with the Black Nurse Collaborative, (BNC) to help remove barriers and improve diversity awareness across the nursing profession. The organizations will work together on several initiatives including events, publications, and nursing resources.
Entrepreneur Uses Gift To Create Spice Blends
Tarsha Epps came up with the idea for It’s A Recipe in a Bottle Spice Blend after a few disappointments that led her to figure out what she was going to do. She started to listen to motivational speakers on YouTube. It was words from Steve Harvey that resonated with her the most. He said, people go to school to pay for a gift, but your gift is what you do well naturally.”
The Safer Foundation Gives Returning Citizens A Second Chance
The Safer Foundation was founded in 1972 to assist people returning from jail and prison, obtain private sector employment as a means to building a solid foundation for their lives, with a mission to make communities safer. Victor Dickson, President and CEO answered questions about the organization and its mission.
Extreme Summer Heat Precautions for Families Facing Alzheimer’s and Others Dementia
As the temperatures rise across the country, extreme heat can have a significant impact on everyone's safety, but they can be especially stressful and confusing for individuals with Alzheimer’s and other dementias. Alzheimer's disease causes a number of changes in the brain and body that may affect their safety, including changes in sensitivity to temperatures.
Greater Chatham Initiative Launches the Chatham Farmers Market on Chicago’s South Side
Chatham Farmers Market is a new market offering fresh produce, and handcrafted products, located at the Mahalia Jackson Court, 1 E 79th St. The farmers market will feature up to 15 vendors a week who will be selling fresh produce, flowers, spices, honey, baked goods, ice cream and much more. The Chatham Farmers Market is open Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. and will run until October 5th.
Communities Aim To Serve More People At Highest Risk For Impact From Gun Violence
Communities who have been working violence intervention outlined their plans to increase the number of people they serve who are at the highest risk of shooting or being shot. Representatives from organizations in Austin, Humboldt Park, Garfield Park and Little Village joined a convening at the Institute for Nonviolence Chicago as part of Scaling Community Violence Intervention for a Safer Chicago (SC2).
