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OSF HealthCare and Abundant Health Acquisition (aha!) announce partnership

OSF HealthCare and Abundant Health Acquisition (aha!) have announced a pilot partnership to launch two new aha! software connectors designed to easily deliver retail-like online experiences that help patients find the care they need quickly.

SCIENTIFIC INSTRUMENTS THAT LOOK AT CLIMATE CHANGE LAUNCHES AT CHICAGO STATE UNIVERSITY

An experiment that looks at climate change has launched at Chicago State University. Community Research on Climate and Urban Science (CROCUS) scientists from the Department of Energy’s Argonne National Library and Chicago State University deployed the instruments on Tuesday, July 18th.

OBAMA FOUNDATION EXPANDS LOCAL LUNCHBOX PROGRAM

On a hot summer Friday, campers from the YMCA enjoyed a tumbling performance from the Jesse White Tumblers, while Dion Dawson of Dion’s Chicago Dream and his team placed an array of fresh fruit on a table and local chefs prepared food for the young people to try.

5 ways to build or rebuild your credit

Having strong credit can make it easier to get a car loan, mortgage, an apartment and even some jobs. Because lenders use your credit score to help assess your reliability as a borrower, a high credit score can help you qualify for lower loan interest rates – saving you money over the course of your lifetime.

Entrepreneur receives grant and resources to expand business

Talia Boone launched Postal Petals in 2020, during the pandemic. The Do-It-Yourself floral arrangement delivery service provides fresh flowers to people who want to create their own floral arrangements.

WINDY CITY SMOKEOUT CELEBRATES ITS 10TH YEAR

Bailey Zimmerman performed while pitmasters smoked their meat, and people wearing cowboy boots and hats stood in line waiting to try dishes from some of the best barbecue restaurants in the country.

ELECTED OFFICIALS, MEDICAL PROFESSIONALS, COMMUNITY LEADERS STEP UP TO ASSIST POPULAR POLITICAL /CIVIC FIGURE IN DIRE NEED OF AN ORGAN DONATION

Government leaders, Medical Professionals, Civic and Community leaders are coalescing themselves under a tent of unity and love as they advocate for a woman of distinction, selflessness, and grace.

Rich Township Supervisor Calvin Jordan Receives Double Honor

Calvin Jordan-Rich Township Supervisor and Democratic Committeeman- has been bestowed doble honor by two well regarded organizations. The Township of Illinois organization recently held their annual meeting of the Cook County based Townships and dubbed Supervisor Jordan as their regional Vice-President. Jordan was overwhelmingly selected by his fellow Township Supervisors throughout Cook County.

THE CITY OF CALUMET CITY AND LOCAL OFFICIALS ARE SET TO OPEN THE DOORS OF HIGHLY ANTICIPATED LIBRARY CAFE HONORING LATE TECHNOLOGY LEADER IN COMMUNITY ROB MCGEE

The City of Calumet City is thrilled to announce the grand opening of The Calumet City Library Cafe, which has formally been named “McGee Cafe.” This momentous occasion will mark the celebration of Rob McGee Day, a tribute to a beloved figure who served as a pillar of the Calumet City community for many years. The dedication ceremony will commence on Wednesday, July 19th, at 4:30 PM, followed by the official program starting at 5:30 PM.

Casten, Bush Introduce IDs for an Inclusive Democracy Act to Create a No-Cost and Optional Federal Photo ID for Americans

U.S. Representatives Sean Casten (IL-06) and Cori Bush (MO-01) introduced the IDs for an Inclusive Democracy Act, legislation that would create a federal photo identification card that is free and optional for the American public.

CHICAGO FOOTBALL CLASSIC IS BACK!

The Chicago Football Classic is back after a hiatus because of the pandemic. This year, Mississippi Valley State University and Central State University will play on Saturday, Sept. 2nd, at Soldiers Field. It is the 25th year for the football game that features teams from Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).

The 35th Annual GhanaFest Brings Authentic Cultural Display to Washington Park July 29th

The Ghana National Council of Metropolitan Chicago (GNC) and its Affiliates (tribes) will present its flagship, the 35th Annual Ghanafest, in Washington Park on July 29th from 11:00 AM until 10:00 PM. The “Forward Together” themed event is the most prominent display of authentic Ghanaian culture in the Midwest.

Giannoulias Announces Illinois to Receive Part of $12.4 Million Settlement from Raymond James Financial Entities

Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias announced today that Illinois is part of a $12.4 million settlement with Raymond James & Associates, Inc. and Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. Illinois is among five other states that discovered Raymond James entities had charged unreasonable commissions on trades that have harmed main street investors, including Illinoisans.

Chicago Public Schools Continues Support of New Students with Welcome Center Pilot

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and Chicago Public Schools (CPS) CEO Pedro Martinez announced Monday that the District will continue providing enrollment support for new students at schools across the city and through a pilot Welcome Center at Roberto Clemente Community Academy High School which will provide enrollment services for new arrivals living in the West Town and Humboldt Park communities.. The new Welcome Center builds on the District’s ongoing work to support new arrival students and families as they enter CPS classrooms.

Deadline for Homeowners to Apply for Property Tax Savings is August 4

Cook County Assessor Fritz Kaegi announces that the deadline to apply for exemptions is Friday, August 4, 2023. Exemptions are property tax savings that contribute to lowering a homeowner’s property tax bill. The most common is the Homeowner Exemption, saving a property owner an average of $950 dollars each year. The savings from exemptions are reflected on a homeowner’s second installment property tax bill.