Local News
Alders Demand Bally’s Resume Full Casino Development, Call for Public Hearing
On Wednesday, August 13, 2026, 27 members of the Chicago City Council called on Bally’s to promptly resume construction of the full permanent Chicago casino development and announced plans for a public hearing to examine the company’s decision to slow or suspend significant non-gaming portions of the project while continuing construction of the casino itself.
Christmas in the Wards 365 Hosts Major Back-to-School Celebration at Olive-Harvey College
On Friday, August 14, 2026, from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., Christmas in the Wards 365 (CITW), in partnership with City Colleges of Chicago, In His Hands Resource Center, S2 Grills, Black Men United, Buddy Bear Car Wash and participating local aldermen, will host a large-scale Back-to-School Celebration and Giveaway at Olive-Harvey College, 10001 S. Woodlawn Avenue, Chicago, IL 60628. Mayor Brandon Johnson will be on hand to greet parents and students to kick off the NEW SCHOOL SEASON!!!!
Chicago mother Carmen Day memorializes her son Jelani Day 6 years after going missing and found dead in the Illinois River. The Jelani Day Foundation will host its 4th Annual Gala
Carmen Day, mother of Jelani Day, started The Jelani Day Foundation after the unsolved death of her son Jelani in 2021. Jelani, who was a 25 year old graduate student at Illinois State University, went missing on August 24, 2021 and was found dead in the Illinois River on. His murder has not been solved.
Nicor Illinois Community Investment delivers $600,000 in Impact Grants to amplify innovative economic development projects
Nicor Illinois Community Investment (NICI) has awarded four $150,000 Impact Grants to nonprofits in Rockford and South Suburban Cook County. These grants support projects fostering economic mobility, small business growth and workforce development programs.
Free Grandstand Concert with 38 Special & Warrant at the Illinois State Fair
Music fans are invited to experience an unforgettable night at the Illinois State Fair when legendary southern rock band 38 Special performs a FREE Grandstand concert on Monday, August 17. The concert will kick off with special guest Warrant.
An Allegation Should Begin an Investigation, Not End a Reputation
The Rev. Michael Pfleger has again been removed from ministry at St. Sabina while the Archdiocese of Chicago investigates an allegation of sexual abuse said to have occurred more than 30 years ago.
WALK TO END ALZHEIMER'S IS WORLD'S LARGEST EVENT DEDICATED TO ALZHEIMER'S CARE, SUPPORT AND RESEARCH
The Alzheimer’s Association is inviting Chicago area residents to join the fight to end Alzheimer’s by participating in the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s.
Financial Wellness is a Practice: Community Manager Laura Lopez in Chicago Shares How to Build a Routine that Lasts
When it comes to personal finance, most of us think about goals—saving for a home, paying off debt, or launching a business. But financial wellness isn’t just about reaching milestones; it’s about the habits and choices we make every day. It’s a practice, and like any practice, it gets stronger with personalized guidance, practical support and trusted resources.
Commissioner Donna Miller Presents Official Cook County Civility Month Resolution at Chicago Urban League Press Conference
Cook County Commissioner Donna Miller joined community leaders, elected officials, and advocates at the Chicago Urban League to celebrate the launch of Civility Month in Illinois and to present an official copy of the Cook County Resolution declaring August as Civility Month in Cook County.
Rep. Kelly awards $850,000 to City of Paxton for Market Street streetscape improvements
U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly (IL-02) joined state Sen. Chris Balkema, state Rep. Jason Bunting, and Paxton Mayor Bill Ingold yesterday to award $850,000 in federal funding to the City of Paxton to continue streetscape improvements along Market Street in the city's downtown core. Rep. Kelly secured the funding through the annual Community Project Funding request process.
Leadership Greater Chicago Selects the 2027 Class of Signature Fellows 43 esteemed cross-sector professionals will convene to drive transformational change in the region
Leadership Greater Chicago (LGC) announced the 43 distinguished leaders selected for the 2027 Class of Signature Fellows, representing the 42nd Class of the region’s premier civic leadership development program. They join LGC’s diverse network of cross-sector business and civic leaders committed to spearheading transformative change.
Dr. Blondean Y. Davis Honored as Educator of the Year by America's Big Sisters Foundation
Dr. Blondean Y. Davis, center, accepts the Educator of the Year Award from Dr. Tragil Wade-Johnson, right, founder of the America's Big Sisters Foundation, as ABC7 Chicago anchor and event emcee Val Warner looks on during the Foundation's 9th Anniversary Champions for Youth Awards Luncheon at Wind Creek Casino in East Hazel Crest.
Cook County Leaders Urge Medicaid Members to Prepare for Upcoming Eligibility Changes
Cook County leaders are encouraging Medicaid members to learn about upcoming changes to Medicaid eligibility and renewal requirements so they can avoid unnecessary gaps in their health coverage.
ADVOCATES CALL ON CHICAGO SCHOOL BOARD CANDIDATES TO PLEDGE TO PROTECT HUMAN-CENTERED EDUCATION
The pro-public school advocacy organization Illinois Families for Public Schools announced a Pledge to Protect Human-Centered Education. The organization is asking all candidates running for the Chicago Board of Education to commit to the Pledge. So far, 22 candidates have committed.