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Remembering the Revolution: Lessons for Today
In Minnesota this winter, amid the steady stream of grim headlines out of Minneapolis, one story barely made it beyond Duluth’s city limits. The Duluth News Tribune and other regional outlets are inviting residents to dig into the city’s archives, retell old stories, and share plans for America’s upcoming 250th anniversary. Town halls are discussing parades. Local museums are planning exhibits. Families are marking the milestone in small, thoughtful ways.
Winter Jazz Fair Continues To Build Community Around Jazz Music
The Jazz Institute of Chicago was founded in 1969 by a group of musicians, jazz enthusiasts and journalists who wanted to ensure jazz would stay alive. With a mission to nurture and promote jazz in all its forms, in 1979, the organization started its Winter Jazz Fair. The Jazz Institute of Chicago will host its annual Winter Jazz Fair from 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday, Feb. 20th, at the Chicago Cultural Center, located at 78 E. Washington St.
Author’s Book Reminds Black Boys They Are Loved
Dr. Kimberly Gordon Biddle was always interested in human behavior, thoughts and emotions. Gordon Biddle has a bachelor’s degree in psychology and music and a graduate degree in child and adolescent development.
PGC Doors Celebrates Grand Opening
PGC Doors recently celebrated the grand opening of their location at 2450 S. State St. The business was founded by Tyrone E. Powell, Jr. and his wife Marceda in 2019 as Powell Painting and Decorating, then transitioned to Powell Group Corporation as a way to expand the business and its offerings.
Rich Auntie Trivia ™ Card Game Highlights Black Women
A trivia game recently launched, aimed at celebrating the brilliance of Black women and is meant to enhance historical and cultural knowledge, while creating conversation and building community.
Illinois Speaker Of The House Reflects On Political Journey
Illinois Speaker of the House Emanuel “Chris” Welch has served as Speaker for five years. He is the first Black Speaker of the House. Welch represents Illinois’ 7th House of Representatives District. It encompasses Broadview, Bellwood, Berkeley, Elmhurst, Forest Park, Hillside, Hinsdale, Oak Park, La Grange Park, Maywood, Oak Brook, River Forest, Westchester and Western Springs.
BOWA Gives Announces Two-Day Girls in Sports Summit in Chicago
BOWA Gives, an organization empowering the next generation of leaders - especially girls - through the transformative power of sport, mentorship, and career development, has announced plans for the annual Girls in Sports Summit, formerly the BOWA Gives Girls’ Invite. Members of the media are encouraged and welcome to attend.
CARLINVILLE GEARS UP FOR ROUTE 66 JUBILEE IN JUNE
This year marks the 100th anniversary of Route 66. One of the small towns along the route in Illinois is planning one of the largest celebrations.
Largest Teacher Union in the Chicagoland Area Endorses Karina Villa for Illinois Comptroller, a Strong Voice for Illinois Families
Momentum continues to grow behind Karina Villa’s campaign for Illinois State Comptroller with a major endorsement from the Chicago Teachers Union.
Assessor’s Office helped record number of homeowners with property tax savings in 2025, hit affordable housing milestone
The Cook County Assessor’s Office processed more than 1.5 million property tax-saving exemptions for homeowners last year, while returning millions of dollars in revenue to taxing districts and reaching a new milestone in its affordable housing incentive, with 1,500 properties joining the program.
Raja Krishnamoorthi is Tackling the Housing Crisis Head-On
For too many families across Illinois, the dream of owning a home feels further out of reach than ever. Rising housing prices, limited inventory, and steep upfront costs have locked working and middle-class families out of the market — even when they can afford monthly mortgage payments. That’s why Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi is tackling the housing crisis head-on with new legislation designed to make first-time homeownership more attainable and life more affordable across Illinois.
FIRST MINORITY-OWNED DOOR SUPPLIER IN CHICAGO LAUNCHES AT HIRE360 TRAINING CENTER
Powell Group Corporation (PGC), a family-owned construction company founded in 2019, has officially opened PGC Doors, the first and only minority-certified doors, frames and hardware supplier in Chicago. PGC Doors operates out of a 4,000-square-foot warehouse at HIRE360’s Training and Business Development Center in Bronzeville, which will serve as the central hub for the company’s door and doorframe supply across Chicagoland. The space was provided rent-free by HIRE360 for one year, enabling the company to scale its operations and enter manufacturing.
Clerk Mariyana Spyropoulos Completes Comprehensive Phone Number Audit to Strengthen Public Access to the Courts
The Office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Cook County, under the leadership of Clerk Mariyana Spyropoulos, has completed a comprehensive audit of all public-facing phone numbers and website listings to ensure that residents seeking court services are able to reach the correct department quickly and reliably.
Column: Your Property Taxes with the Cook County Treasurer
Cook County property owners can sign up for eBilling for themselves or family members to receive property tax bills through their computers or smart phones instead of the mail.