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Nominations now open for 2026 Landmarks Illinois Richard H. Driehaus Foundation Preservation Awards
Landmarks Illinois is accepting nominations for the 2026 Landmarks Illinois Richard H. Driehaus Foundation Preservation Awards. The annual awards program recognizes exceptional efforts in preserving, restoring and revitalizing historic places in Illinois. Nominations are due June 1, 2026, and can be submitted online here.
Civil Rights Icon Cecil Williams Endorses Brandon Brown
The Brandon Brown for U.S. Senate campaign is proud to announce the endorsement of civil rights icon, renowned photographer, and founder of the South Carolina Civil Rights Museum, Cecil Williams.
Rep. Ford, Rep. Morris, Ald. Rodriguez-Sanchez, Coalition of Public Health and Community Leaders Support Overdose Prevention Site in Illinois
State Rep. La Shawn K. Ford, D-Chicago, recently convened a press conference at Rush University Medical Center to highlight new research on overdose prevention sites (centers) and encourage the establishment of an overdose prevention site on the city’s West Side.
UChicago Medicine invests $1.1 billion in community benefits for fiscal 2025
UChicago Medicine invested $1.1 billion in community benefits in fiscal 2025, supporting health and economic opportunity across the South Side, south suburbs and Northwest Indiana.
FALLEN LOCAL U.S. ARMY CAPTAIN COMMEMORATED AND THE ANNOUNCEMENT OF HIS LEGACY SCHOLARSHIP
The Family of U.S. Army Captain Antoine Marvin Lewis publicly detailed his advocacy for education and his undying Love for youth. Military Veterans showed support
Cook County Clerk Monica Gordon to Join Chicago Urban League Policy Summit Monday Evening
Cook County Clerk Monica Gordon will join the Chicago Urban League and other community leaders for a timely conversation on protecting voting rights and strengthening civic participation at a community town hall meeting Monday evening.
FAA's O'Hare Action Is a Win for Families Squeezed by Rising Prices
American families know the squeeze of rising prices all too well. Increasingly, we’re discussing with our friends and co-workers how there is “more month than money”. And unfortunately, there's little sign of relief in sight.
LIVING WORD CHRISTIAN CENTER RALLIES CHICAGOLAND COMMUNITIES TO MEET REAL NEEDS WITH REAL LOVE ON GOOD NEIGHBOR DAY
Living Word Christian Center (LWCC) in Forest Park, Illinois, has been selected as the Chicago flagship location for Good Neighbor Day, a nationwide day of service taking place on Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The local event will take place in front of the Forest Park Plaza, located at 7630 West Roosevelt Road.
Not Now, Not Ever
There is something happening in this country that too many of us are watching—but not responding to. Rights are rarely taken away all at once. More often, they are narrowed quietly, adjusted incrementally, and redefined slowly—until one day, what was once permitted is no longer allowed—gone.
Historic Inaugural Chicago HBCU Baseball Classic Draws Fans, Celebrates Culture at Wrigley Field
History was made under the lights at Wrigley Field as Alabama A&M University defeated Prairie View A&M University, 10–7, in the inaugural Chicago HBCU Baseball Classic — the first time Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) competed on one of baseball’s most iconic stadiums. Alabama A&M first baseman Zack Rice earned Most Valuable Player honors following a standout performance that helped secure the victory.
Illinois Treasurer Michael Frerichs Relaunches State Retirement Program for Small Businesses with Lower Fees and New Name
Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs announced lower fees and technology improvements for employers and savers of the Illinois Secure Choice Savings Program, which will take effect in June 2026.
Healthy Beginnings: Public Health Nurses Provide Home-based Care for Expectant Moms and Newborns
As a new mother, Matteson resident Zaharia McLaurin had understandable concerns about whether she was doing everything right for her newborn baby, Za’Mor Caldwell.
ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL’S $7.4 BILLION OPIOID SETTLEMENT WITH PURDUE GOES IN EFFECT; ILLINOIS TO RECEIVE AN ESTIMATED $148.8 MILLION
Attorney General Kwame Raoul today announced that a $7.4 billion settlement reached with Purdue Pharma and its owners, the Sackler family, has become legally effective, capping nearly a decade of work by attorneys general from across the country who pursued investigations and litigation over Purdue’s and the Sackler family’s role in fueling the opioid crisis.
Illinois Engineering Firms Win Industry Excellence Awards
Six American Council of Engineering Companies of Illinois (ACEC Illinois) member firms will receive national recognition at the 2026 American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC National) Engineering Excellence Awards (EEA) to be held May 5 in Washington. The national Engineering Excellence Awards are an annual celebration of engineering excellence, honoring projects worldwide that demonstrate innovation, creative problem-solving, and engineering’s unique ability to improve our world. The competition is juried by a panel of industry, government, and academic experts.
