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Attention: 60,000 homeowners should update their mailing address at cookcountytreasurer.com
About 60,000 property owners in Cook County should use cookcountytreasurer.com to update the name or mailing address on their tax bills, another example of how the internet can make things easier for taxpayers, Treasurer Maria Pappas said today.
Hugs No Slugs Is Hosting The Fourth Annual Back To School Drive
TODAY!! BACK TO SCHOOL GIVEAWAYS FOR CHI STUDENTS WITH SURPRISE SPECIAL GUESTS
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE COLLABORATES TO CREATE MORE PUBLIC MURALS IN THE COMMUNITY
Over the summer, the Southeast Chicago Chamber of Commerce has been partnering with AB Productions to host an ongoing series of artistic community-based events called Xsite. The events acted as a point of engagement for the community and small businesses in the area and also showcased several new public murals.
Chicago Pre-College Science and Engineering to host Fall Orientation & Registration this Saturday
The Chicago Pre-College Science and Engineering Program (ChiS&E) today announced it will host its Fall 2019 Parent Orientation & Registration on Saturday, September 21, 2019 at South Shore International College Prep High School, 1955 E 75th St., from 9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a .m. Guest speaker for the free event will be Miguel del Valle recently appointed President of the Chicago Board of Education.
Navy Pier Presents Pier Pumpkin Lights: Chicago’s Newest, Free Pumpkin Pop-up Experience
Navy Pier Presents Pier Pumpkin Lights: Chicago’s Newest, Free Pumpkin Pop-up Experience. Chicago’s iconic lakefront destination will transform into an experiential fall spectacle with nearly 1,000 pumpkins from October 1 – November 2, along with food and drink specials and Halloween festivities throughout the month
Social use of marijuana could be topic for follow-up legislation
Some of the lead negotiators of the law to legalize adult-use marijuana in Illinois are seeking to provide clarity on a provision that gives local municipalities control over which facilities, if any, would be authorized to allow cannabis consumption.
Community Health System Continues to Invest in Next Generation of Healthcare Providers as Demand for Primary Care Providers Continues to Grow
As the demand for primary care physicians continues to grow faster than its supply, Erie Family Health Centers continues to take a leadership role in narrowing the deficit by investing in the next generation of the primary healthcare workforce trained to work in community health. As one of the first Federally Qualified Health Centers to host a Teaching Health Center Graduate Medical Education Program, Erie has been a leader for almost a decade, adding to the supply of primary care providers.
CHICAGO BAR ASSOCIATION TEAMING WITH CHICAGO PUBLIC LIBRARY TO OFFER FREE LEGAL INFORMATION
CHICAGO BAR ASSOCIATION TEAMING WITH CHICAGO PUBLIC LIBRARY TO OFFER FREE LEGAL INFORMATION
CARTHAGE ANNOUNCES 30% REDUCTION IN TUITION
President John Swallow announced recently that Carthage will reduce tuition to $31,500 (from the current $45,100) to better reflect the amount most students pay after receiving financial aid. The change, approved by the board of trustees, will apply to all new and returning undergraduate students
Jesse White Joins CPD Supt. Eddie Johnson, IDOT, NHTSA & State Police to Encourage Proper Car Seat Usage
Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White is reminding parents and caregivers to secure children in the correct safety seat as Sept. 15-21 marks National Child Passenger Safety Week. As partners in this important message, White joined Chicago Police Department Superintendent Eddie Johnson, the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT), the Illinois State Police, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a doctor from Northwestern Memorial Hospital and a father, whose daughter survived a serious car crash without any injury because she was secured properly in a child safety seat
CHA, partners open development bringing affordable housing, Target to Rogers Park
The Chicago Housing Authority and its partners officially opened an innovative mixed-use development Thursday that has brought a new Target and affordable/market-rate apartments to Rogers Park.
Children’s Party in Matteson Brings Awareness to Sickle Cell Disease
For the third year, Village of Matteson Trustee Adam Shorter and his wife Danielle Shorter are inviting the public to come out and enjoy Olivia's Sickle Cell Awareness Party, for children with sickle cell, sickle beta thalassemia, and sickle cell trait. The event takes place on Sunday, September 22nd at the Matteson Community Center and will include dancing, food, face painting, balloon animals and more. The children's party is from 11 am to 4 pm. Blood donations will also be accepted.
Nonprofit Organization Works To Rebuild After Fire Destroys Headquarters
After experiencing a fire and having their headquarters condemned and demolished, Assata’s Daughters founder, Page May, did what was necessary to make sure the nonprofit organization’s programming continued throughout the summer. This meant May had to host programs outside, in her apartment, and borrow space from other community organizations.
Upcoming Comedy For A Cause Event Raises Funds For Families Impacted By Gun Violence
A south side nonprofit, Centers for New Horizons, will soon host its second annual Comedy for a Cause fundraiser on Sept. 19 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at The Promontory, 5311 S. Lake Park Ave., in Hyde Park.
