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SEVENTH ANNUAL APRIL FOOD DAY RESTOCKS SOUTH SUBURBAN FOOD PANTRIES FOR SUMMER

The seventh annual April Food Day food drive in Chicago’s south suburbs is taking place now and will run through April 18. The food drive is hosted by the United Way of Metro Chicago’s South-Southwest Suburban Regional Office and includes several leading partners from the Chicago Southland hospitality industry..

Majority of Primary Care Providers Recognize Importance of Family Caregivers in Patient Outcomes

Primary care providers agree, almost unanimously, that family caregivers play a vital role in patient care and in better patient outcomes, according to a new survey by AARP Research. However, providers say that time constraints and not knowing who or if there is a family caregiver, prevent them from working with family caregivers for more of their patients.

Tips for Dealing With Damaged Hair

StatePoint - Heat tools, color processing and even the simple act of brushing, can cause hair to lose its strength. Indeed, eight out of 10 women in the U.S. experience some form of damaged hair, according to an IPSOS Brand Health Study. But there’s good news, say experts.

Election in University Park for Mayor Slated For April 2

Vivian Covington has been the Mayor of the Village of University Park since 2011 and is once again running for reelection to keep her job which she loves.

NEWLY OPENED GROCERY STORES BRINGS JOBS AND FRESH FOOD OPTIONS TO THE SOUTH SIDE

For over 40 years, Woodlawn residents have lived without their own full-service grocery but a recent grand opening ceremony for the newly constructed Jewel-Osco at the corner of 61st Street and Cottage Grove Avenue brought an end to that inequity.

SUPREME COURT RULING COULD BE A TURNING POINT FOR FINES AND FEES IN CHICAGO

A recent ruling by the U.S. Supreme Court in the case of Timbs v. Indiana stated for the first time that the excessive fines clause found in the U.S. Constitution Eighth Amendment can be applied to state and local governments. This new precedent limits the power states and municipalities have to impose excessive fines on citizens and seize private property.

Graduation Day Announced for Chicago’s Inaugural IT-Ready Class

Creating IT Futures, CompTIA’s tech workforce charity, recently announced that April 5, 2019, will be graduation day for students currently enrolled in Chicago’s first permanent IT-Ready career program.

Duckworth Discusses Public Service and Global Conflict at University of Chicago Institute of Politics Event

U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) joined former Chief Strategist to President Obama David Axelrod at the University of Chicago recently to discuss her commitment to public service, the role of the American military around the world, improving public service opportunities for young adults and the importance of women in the leadership roles throughout our workforce. The event was hosted by the University of Chicago’s Institute of Politics (IOP) and the Pearson Institute.

Village Naturals Therapy™ Debuts New Chronic Pain & Fatigue Soak and Body Wash

Soothe sore muscles and regain energy courtesy of the new Chronic Pain & Fatigue line from Village Naturals Therapy, a Proud Sponsor of the National Fibromyalgia Association.

Snoop Dogg To Headline Illinois State Fair

Rap icon Snoop Dogg is coming to the 2019 Illinois State Fair! Snoop Dogg and Friends will perform Friday, August 16 on the Grandstand stage.

Over 50 High School Students Practice Professional Networking In Downtown Chicago

Juniors and seniors from Chicago Public High Schools across the city recently traveled to the Loop for a day of professional networking, resume building, and mock interviewing.

Local Couple Presents Natural Hair Care Line To Investors On Shark Tank

Kim and Tim Lewis are high school sweethearts, parents and co-founders of CurlMix, a clean beauty brand for curly hair. The pair recently had an opportunity to pitch CurlMix to a panel of big name investors on the mid-season premiere of ABC’s Shark Tank.

Supreme Court Tosses Civil Case Against Cosby

The U.S. Supreme Court recently declined review of a case brought by Bill Cosby’s accuser Kathrine McKee (McKee v. Cosby), who alleged being defamed when Cosby’s attorney characterized her story of being raped four decades ago as a fabricated lie.

Upcoming Brunch Fundraiser Brings Awareness to Domestic Violence

The Better Brother and Sister Growth Network will host it’s seventh annual Domestic Violence Brunch Fundraiser at the Party Palace, 555 E. 75th St., from 9 a.m to 12 p.m. on March 16.

First Group Of Employees Hired To Build New Railcars For Chicago Transit Authority

A press conference was recently held to celebrate the hiring of over 70 employees at the new CRRC Sifang America manufacturing facility in Hegewisch. These employees will be tasked with building new railcars for the Chicago Transit Authority