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Local Student Wins Chris Crane Memorial Scholarship
Aisha Salau was surprised when she found out that she was the recipient of the Exelon Foundation Chris Crane Memorial Scholarship. Salau, who is graduating from the Chicago Math and Science Academy, will be attending University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and majoring in computer engineering.
Donna Gaines And The Sage Collective Flip TheScript On Aging
May is recognized as Older Americans Month, but even beyond May, Donna Gaines believes that 65 is the new 45 and that a person’s age shouldn’t define their potential, purpose or their passion.
Thornton Township Swears In New Supervisor
Thornton Township has a new supervisor. Napoleon B. Harris III was sworn into office on Monday, May 19th, at the Thornton Township Hall. Harris, who also serves as an Illinois State Senator, received 73.77% percent of the vote, according to the Cook County Clerk’s Office.
Clinic Wants To Reach Expectant Mothers With Mobile Care Unit
Dr. Twin Green wants to close the maternal health gap on the South side of Chicago and South Suburbs, much like she set out to do with providing services for the youth, when she opened The Link & Option Center in South Holland in 1994.
PURSUE SCHOLARS HOSTS 6th ANNUAL FUNDRAISING WALK ACROSS CHICAGO
May 27, 2025) To support and unite invest in the future leaders of Chicago, Pursue Scholars will host their sixth annual Pursue Unity Walk across the length of Chicago on June 14, 2025.
CHA Board of Commissioners Approves Community Enhancements for Altgeld Gardens
the Chicago Housing Authority Board of Commissioners approved two actions that will provide significant community benefits to the residents of Altgeld Gardens.
State of Illinois closes on parcel needed to advance construction for the Brandon Road Interbasin Project
The State of Illinois closed today on the acquisition of a nearly 50-acre parcel of property in Will County needed for the Brandon Road Interbasin Project, a federal project designed to prevent invasive carp from accessing the Great Lakes. The property, which includes riverbed access for the Brandon Road lock, was donated to the state by Midwest Generation LLC.
Abbott and Real Madrid Kick Off Search to Empower Young Soccer Talent
Abbott (NYSE: ABT) announced the creation of the inaugural 'Abbott Dream Team.' The program will seek out talented soccer players from across the United States and give them a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to travel to Madrid where they will showcase their skills and learn from Real Madrid's legendary coaches. Abbott health experts will provide the athletes with the latest advancements in sports health and nutrition to help them gain a deeper understanding of their bodies and achieve peak performance. Upon returning from Madrid, the 'Abbott Dream Team' members will host health training sessions with Abbott at local soccer and youth organizations to inspire the next generation to embrace healthy habits.
DCEO Invites Filmmakers to Enter Shortcuts Short Film Contest
The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) is encouraging Illinois filmmakers to enter the DCEO Illinois Film Office’s Shortcuts Short Film Contest dedicated to promoting the best short films from Illinois students or residents 22 years old or younger.
PHI Studio Partners with Village of Rosemont to Unveil 'EXP,' Chicagoland's Largest Immersive Experience Destination
PHI Studio, a global pioneer in immersive arts and entertainment, is set to bring the next generation of storytelling to the Midwest with EXP, a groundbreaking new immersive experience development created by the Village of Rosemont.
Amid Budget Cuts, Seven Local Nonprofits Will Receive Transformative Grants Totaling $490,000
At a time when many government-funded programs are being scaled back, seven Chicago nonprofits working on the city’s most urgent issues will receive a combined $490,000 in funding from Impact Grants Chicago, a women-powered collective giving organization.
MAYOR BRANDON JOHNSON ANNOUNCES $7M CITY INVESTMENT TO INCREASE COMPENSATION FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD PROFESSIONALS
Mayor Johnson and the Department of Family and Support Services (DFSS) announced a $7M City investment to provide a cost-per-child increase towards salaries for early childhood professionals. Leveraging Mayor Johnson’s $7M investment, this will be the first time Corporate funds are applied for early childhood workforce enhancements. At least 3,000 early childhood workers across at least 86 early care and education providers will receive wage increases averaging 5-10% to bring their pay closer in line with the broader K-12 education workforce.
Jiménez-Backed Law Increasing State Support for More Affordable Housing Solutions Advances to House Floor
State Rep. Lilian Jiménez, D-Chicago, passed a measure out of the Housing Committee on Wednesday, May 7, that would support community land trusts in their efforts to create lasting affordable housing amid rising mortgage and rental costs.
Illinois State Parks and Historic Sites Attract Highest Number of Visitors in Over a Decade
During National Travel and Tourism Week (May 4-10), Governor Pritzker announced that more than 41 million visitors visited Illinois state parks and historic sites, the highest number in nearly 15 years. The surge coincides with increases in investments and efforts by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) and the Illinois Office of Tourism to attract local, national, and international travelers by improving recreational opportunities, investing in park facilities and infrastructure, and featuring Illinois parks and historic sites prominently in the state’s Middle of Everything tourism campaign.