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Chicago Housing Authority seeks affordable housing partner to deliver comprehensive renovation of Loomis Courts
The Chicago Housing Authority (CHA) has announced plans to issue a Request for Proposals (RFP) to select an experienced, qualified co-development partner for a comprehensive rehabilitation of Loomis Courts, a 125-unit, two-building affordable housing community on the Near West Side, near the Little Italy neighborhood. Built in 1951, Loomis Courts will undergo an extensive building systems overhaul, including significant exterior and interior upgrades to preserve affordability, improve safety and usability and modernize apartments for residents.
2025 BRIDGING THE GAP Parade Steps Off to Unite Communities
he Proviso Leyden Council for Community Action, Inc. (PLCCA) is thrilled to announce the 2025 Bridging the Gap Parade, set to take place on Saturday, Sept. 13. This highly anticipated event invites community members to celebrate unity and diversity across the Proviso Township. The parade will feature a distinguished lineup of Grand Marshals, including United States Representative Danny K. Davis; Speaker of the Illinois House of Representatives Emanuel “Chris” Welch; Illinois Senate Majority Leader Kimberly A. Lightford; President of the Cook County Board Toni Preckwinkle; Art Norman from NBC5 Chicago; Jorge DeSantiago from Telemundo Chicago; and Rufus Williams from The Talk of Chicago 1690 WVON.
ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL PREVENTS $184 MILLION CUT TO AMERICORPS SERVICE PROGRAMS
Attorney General Kwame Raoul announced his office has prevailed in preserving funding to AmeriCorps, the federal agency for national service and volunteerism. On July 23, Raoul and a coalition of 24 states and attorneys general challenged the White House Office of Management and Budget’s (OMB) attempt to gut AmeriCorps by withholding tens of millions of dollars in funding for critical service programs.
DANCE FOR LIFE 2025 RAISES $370,000 TO SUPPORT MEDICAL NEEDS OF CHICAGO DANCE PROFESSIONALS
Chicago Dance Health Fund, which supports the health and wellness of Chicago’s professional dance community, welcomed more than 1,600 people to the 34th annual Dance for Life, its primary fundraiser, on Saturday, Aug. 16, at The Auditorium. More than 600 guests, including more than 200 dancers and participating artists, attended the After Party Gala at Venue SIX10. From a combination of ticket sales, contributions, and sponsorships, Dance for Life raised $370,000—with post-event donations continuing to come in—to support The Fund, which provides Chicago dance industry professionals with financial support for preventative health care and critical medical needs.
HIRE360 CELEBRATES SECOND COOK COUNTY ILLINOIS WORKS PRE-APPRENTICESHIP GRADUATING CLASS
HIRE360, in partnership with the Illinois Works Pre-Apprenticeship Program, celebrated the graduation of its second Cook County cohort, marking another milestone in building a stronger pipeline into union careers in construction and clean energy. Participants earned industry-recognized certifications such as OSHA-10 and CPR, while gaining hands-on training and career readiness support.
RUNWAY Transitions to RUNWAY Roots: Celebrating a Transformative Journey Towards Reparative Finance
PRLog -- RUNWAY, the pioneering financial innovation group, is excited to unveil its new name and visual identity, transitioning to RUNWAY Roots. The rebrand signifies a transformative journey towards reparative finance that centers on love and support for Black communities.
City Colleges of Chicago Launches School of Engineering
It is official: City Colleges of Chicago has launched its new School of Engineering, marking a major expansion of its commitment to STEM education and naming Dr. Doris Espiritu as the inaugural Districtwide Dean – Head of the School of Engineering.
9th Annual Gwendolyn Brooks Youth Poetry Awards Honors 37 Young Poets from Across the State
Illinois Humanities, in partnership with Brooks Permissions, the Poetry Foundation, and the Reva and David Logan Center for the Arts, is proud to announce the winners of the 2025 Gwendolyn Brooks Youth Poetry Awards, an annual competition for Illinois poets in grades K–12. The 25 winners and 12 honorable mentions were chosen from 867 submissions from 187 schools across the state.
Consider All Costs Before Buying
When people budget for major purchases like homes or vehicles, the focus often falls on the purchase price alone. Yet, what trips up many buyers are the extra costs that come after the deal is signed. Ignoring these expenses can strain budgets and turn what seemed like a blessing into a financial burdening curse.
Medical Tests for Diagnosing Alzheimer's
There is no single test that can definitively determine whether a person has Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia. Diagnosing these complex conditions requires a careful combination of diagnostic tools, clinical evaluations, imaging, and laboratory testing. Physicians rely on a comprehensive assessment that includes medical history, physical exams, cognitive and behavioral assessments, brain scans, and sometimes even spinal fluid or blood tests.
How Chicago homebuyers can save on a down payment
While there is a lot of uncertainty around the housing market in 2025, affordability still remains a top challenge for homebuyers – especially first-time home buyers who, according to a 2025 Bankrate survey, often cite the upfront costs of homeownership[1] as the biggest barrier to homeownership. And a 2023 study from LendingTree shows that while 39% of homebuyers nationwide use financial assistance[2], around 22% look to their friends and family for help vs. tapping into available local resources.
South Suburban College Cosmetology Services Now Open to the Public
South Holland, IL – South Suburban College (SSC) is excited to announce that its Cosmetology school is officially open to the public for the fall semester. Conveniently located within SSC’s Main Campus, the program offers a wide range of affordable beauty and personal care services provided by SSC’s talented Cosmetology students under the supervision of licensed instructors.
Giannoulias’ Audit Uncovers Forest Park Police Department Sharing License Plate Reader Data with Customs and Border Protection a Violation of State Law
For the second time in recent weeks, Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias has uncovered that Illinois license plate camera data has been shared with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and has ordered that access be shut off.
Music Festival Supports Travel Adventures Of Austin Youth
Crystal Dyer founded Chicago Austin Youth Travel Adventures (CAYTA) in 2015, after losing her grandson to gun violence. She was called to do something to help the youth in the community in Austin. It was the place where she raised her sons as a single mother, but realized times had changed. She had the idea to get the young people out of the community so they could learn about opportunities and careers, with the hope, that kind of exposure would help them make better choices.
