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Chicago Public Schools Fill Key Leadership Roles
The Board of Education Thursday, Oct. 23, approved several key promotions aimed at strengthening leadership within Chicago Public Schools (CPS). The newly-appointed administrators bring extensive experience in educational leadership and have consistently demonstrated the skills needed to support CPS students, families, staff, and the broader community.
Assessor Kaegi and Community Leaders Call for General Assembly to Pass Senior Property Tax Relief
Cook County Assessor Fritz Kaegi was joined Thursday, Oct. 23, by representatives from more than a dozen social service agencies and community organizations, called for the Illinois General Assembly to bring property tax relief to low-income senior homeowners in Cook County during this fall’s veto session.
16 Northern Illinois Communities Take Steps to Become EV Ready with ComEd
ComEd and the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus (Caucus) announced the fourth cohort of communities participating in the award-winning EV Readiness Program, a unique initiative to help local governments in Illinois prepare for the growing demand for electric vehicles (EVs) and EV charging infrastructure. This newest cohort of 16 organizations will receive technical assistance through the program to streamline policies and implement best practices for safe and effective regional transportation electrification.
Gov. Pritzker Marks Early Completion of Kennedy Expressway Rehabilitation
Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) joined workers on the Kennedy Expressway rehabilitation, industry partners, and community leaders to thank the public for their patience and celebrate the early completion of the project. Major reconstruction and renovation efforts were made possible with a $169 million investment through the governor’s historic, bipartisan Rebuild Illinois capital program. Completed more than a month ahead of IDOT’s Thanksgiving deadline, the three-year project fixed 50-year-old bridges, rebuilt the reversible lane system, added new lighting and other safety features, and restored pavement that had been prone to failures and frequent emergency closures.
Illinois Women Conquer ALZ Honors Caregivers Across Illinois During National Family Caregivers Month
Each year, Illinois Women Conquer ALZ (IWCA) honors the everyday heroes who provide exceptional care and unwavering support to individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. These caregivers, whether family members, friends, or professionals, embody compassion, resilience, and dedication in the face of one of life’s greatest challenges.
Having It Mom’s Way
After a spouse dies, few decisions weigh heavier on the survivor than what to do with the family home. It’s not just about whether to stay—it’s about what happens after that surviving spouse passes on. (Statistically, women outlive their spouses, so we’ll assume that’s the case here.)
Chicago Education Advocacy Cooperative Helps Students
A local organization helps students gain access to employment opportunities through upskilling. The Chicago Education Advocacy Cooperative (ChiEAC) was founded by Dr. Benjamin Drury in 2020. Drury was working at an institution where students voiced their concerns about issues they were having, Drury attempted to direct the students to the appropriate institutional resources, only to find out that they did not exist within the institution’s infrastructure.
Healing House Promotes Mental Health And Wellness
Imagine Englewood If opened the Healing House in May, with the mission to engage the community in a conversation about mental health and wellness. The Healing House is also meant to be a space for resources and connection, while promoting growth in mental, physical and spiritual wellness.
Malcolm Evans Recognized For His Work In The Community
Malcolm Evans feels a connection to the land and has been passing his knowledge about vegetables to young people through his work as the Director of Farming at the Urban Growers Collective. Evans met Erika Allen, Founder of the Urban Growers Collective, when he was nine years old. He fell in love with farming and 25 years later, he still loves farming and is training the next generation to become farmers. Evans recently received the Charles V. Hogren Courage & Character Award from Cabrini Green Legal Aid (CGLA).
Chicagoans Bid Farewell To Joseph "Joe" Caldwell Sr.
Joseph Caldwell was born with the help of a midwife on December 19, 1932, to Florence Wilson Walker and Joe Nathan Caldwell. Born and raised in Marvel, Arkansas. Joseph spent his early years on the Farm outside of Marvel learning from his grandparents. His grandmother called him "Little Bo Peep" as she rocked him to sleep, reciting the nursery rhyme. The nickname stuck. His grandfather had a huge impact on his life, teaching him how to hunt, the value of education, and the importance of character. A few months later, his first cousin, Stella, also moved in with his grandparents. Stella was like a sister to him.
Black Woman Launches Luxury Furniture Brand
Brooke Sharpton started Almond Wind after trying to find a sofa for herself but not being able to find anything that truly reflected her aesthetic. She had just bought a home and wanted to find something that resonated with her, brand wise and design wise.
DISAPPOINTED SNAP RECIPIENTS TO TURN OUT IN HUGE NUMBERS TO RECEIVE MUCH NEEDED SUPPORT PRIOR TO HOLIDAYS
Stephanie Coleman – Alderwoman of Chicago’s 16th Ward- will be joined by 3rd Ward Alderman Pat Dowell, community leaders, elected officials, and Go Green Community Fresh Market executives in an emergency response to the recent shutdown of the federally funded SNAP program. Alderman Coleman, along with the team from the Christmas in the Wards Organization, will distribute a $50 gift card for GO Green Community Fresh Market customers beginning at 10:00 AM on Saturday, November 1st, 2025.
SNAP RECIPIENTS AND OTHERS TO RESPOND TO RICH TOWNSHIP SUPERVISOR AND COOK COUNTY COMMISSIONER'S OLIVE BRANCH AND WILL RECEIVE MUCH NEEDED FOOD AHEAD OF SNAP DEADLINE
Rich Township Supervisor Calvin Jordan and Cook County Commissioner Kisha McCaskill will lead a mass group of volunteers and staffers in distributing food to hundreds and possibly well over 1000 residents who most are dependent upon the SNAP program. The giveaway will be held at the Rich Township Food Pantry .
BULLS REMIX FAN FAVORITES WITH 2025-26 CITY EDITION UNIFORM AND RETAIL COLLECTION
The Chicago Bulls unveiled the team’s 2025-26 Nike NBA City Edition uniforms and retail collection, presented by motorola razr. The designs took inspiration from the fan-favorite Bulls’ 2017-18 City Edition uniform, which was also the first in team history.
