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Governor Pritzker and President Preckwinkle Announce Combined $1.5 Billion in Medical Debt Forgiveness for Cook County Residents
Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle and Governor JB Pritzker announced that alongside national nonprofit partner Undue Medical Debt, Cook County and the State of Illinois have successfully erased more than $1.5 billion in medical debt held by Cook County residents. The County has also committed to continuing to sustain this effort beyond the expiration of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds in 2026, ensuring that medical debt relief remains part of its broader commitment to advancing health equity and economic stability for residents.
AMERICAN WRITERS MUSEUM ANNOUNCES POP-UP EXHIBIT AND MORE FOR U.S. 250TH ANNIVERSARY
Declarations: 250 Years of Writing Toward Independence on display at the museum June 18 to September 7, 2026, explores text and ideals of the Declaration of Independence with an 1823 print of the document, plus related works by writers from Abraham Lincoln to Harvey Milk and Martin Luther King Jr.
Historic Day for the City: Chicago Fire FC Breaks Ground on Privately Funded Soccer Stadium at The 78
Chicago Fire FC officially broke ground on its new $750 million privately-funded soccer stadium in the South Loop, marking a defining moment for the Club and a transformative investment in the future of Chicago.
South Carolina State Bulldogs and Florida A&M Rattlers Set for Labor Day Weekend Showdown at the 2026 Orange Blossom Classic
The Orange Blossom Classic Committee proudly announces a marquee matchup to open the 2026 college football season: South Carolina State University (SCSU) Bulldogs and Florida A&M University (FAMU) Rattlers will face off at the 2026 Orange Blossom Classic, set for Sunday, September 6, 2026, at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida.
Family Focus Launches Space For Sensory Learning
Family Focus recently launched a sensory learning environment with the goal of supporting children up to age 5 as they navigate emotional, developmental and sensory challenges.
Local Photographer Is Featured In Chicago Influencers Campaign
Malik Zambezi, also known as MailkShotYou, likes authenticity and wants people to be themselves when he approaches them to take photos of them. He loves the rawness of humans, getting to know their story and who they are.
Poet And Lyricist’s Opera Set To Debut At Lyric Opera House
avery r. young was the first poet laureate of the city of Chicago. Now he has created an opera called safronia, which will be performed Friday and Saturday, April 17th-18th, at the Lyric Opera House, located at 20 N. Wacker Drive.
VanderCook Hosts Its First Gala
The VanderCook College of Music was founded by Hale A. VanderCook and Hubert E. Nutt in 1929, to fill a need and desire for music teachers within the schools by developing a curriculum for music teachers. Since its founding, 116 years ago, it has grown into a worldwide program that has provided opportunities for all levels of music education.
Who’s Zooming Who?
You may be familiar with the saying, “If it ain’t broken, don’t fix it.” But have you ever thought about the other side of that idea—“If it’s broken, fix it.”
Juliana Stratton Claimed Rev. Jesse Jackson Endorsed Her. His Family Says It Never Happened.
In politics, endorsements matter – but only when they’re real. That’s why the latest episode in Illinois’ Democratic Senate primary is so troubling, and why it reflects poorly on Juliana Stratton’s campaign.
HARD ROCK CASINO NORTHERN INDIANA DONATES $15,000 TO SOJOURNER TRUTH HOUSE
On Thursday, March 5, representatives from the Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana presented Sojourner Truth House with a generous $15,000 donation. The Hard Rock is a member of Sojourner Truth House’s Corporate Giving & Sponsorship Program, a new initiative that allows corporate sponsors to further the organization’s mission of community enrichment.
City of Gary Announces Major Donation from Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana to Support New Gary Animal Care Facility
The City of Gary is proud to announce a significant community investment from Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana. The company has committed a $500,000 contribution to support the design and construction of the City’s new Gary Animal Care facility—matching the $500,000 in ARPA funds already allocated for this critical project.
South Suburban College Men’s Basketball Wins Midwest Region 4B District Championship; Advances to NJCAA National Tournament
The South Suburban College Men’s Basketball team captured another milestone victory after defeating Rock Valley College 74–70 to claim the Midwest Region 4B District Championship. The victory marks the 14th Regional Championship in program history for the Bulldogs, continuing a tradition of excellence on the court.
