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ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL CALLS ON META TO REMOVE MISLEADING AI WEIGHT LOSS ADS
Attorney General Kwame Raoul, as part of a bipartisan coalition of 35 attorneys general, called on Meta to better enforce its own policies about pharmaceutical and wellness ads on Instagram and Facebook, and take additional measures to prevent AI-generated weight loss content in ads. These ads are likely to see an uptick during the holiday season and the new year, when conversations around weight loss and appearance tend to increase.
ELEVATE’S FIRST YOUNG-ADULT SOLAR TRAINING PROGRAM EMPOWERS 7 CHICAGOANS TO LAUNCH REWARDING CAREERS IN CLEAN ENERGY, FUEL HEALTHIER COMMUNITIES
Elevate, in partnership with Cultivate Collective, Sesenergi Eco Solutions, and Priority Consulting & Services, celebrated the graduation of seven young adults from its inaugural Young Adult Clean Energy Training Program. The ten-week program equipped graduates aged 18-24 from Chicago’s Southwest Side with the skills they need to succeed in the solar industry by pairing a robust training curriculum with personalized case management and holistic support. In addition to gaining technical expertise and industry-recognized credentials, the graduates developed communication and problem-solving skills that will contribute to their long-term success as professionals.
Cook County Clerk Monica Gordon Highlights First-Year Accomplishments and Officewide Modernization Efforts
Clerk Monica Gordon has released a comprehensive summary of her first-year accomplishments, highlighting significant progress in modernizing operations, strengthening election administration, improving customer service, and expanding access across all divisions of the Clerk’s Office.
HFS to increase funding for Planned Parenthood to protect reproductive healthcare access across Illinois
The Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services (HFS) is investing $4 million in Medicaid family planning programming in order to counteract the federal defunding of Planned Parenthood in Trump’s budget bill (HR1), as Illinois continues to serve as a beacon for protecting reproductive healthcare access nationally.
More than 1,500 seniors walk the red carpet at 42nd annual CHA Senior Gala
For the 42nd year, Chicago Housing Authority seniors gathered to celebrate the season – and themselves – at the CHA Senior Gala.
Illinois State Fair Announces Digital Ticketing for 2026 Season
Following a successful trial in 2025, the Illinois State Fair is transitioning to digital ticketing for 2026. This modernization will provide guests with a more convenient, secure, and streamlined entry process.
ILLINOIS STATE POLICE WELCOMES NEW TROOPERS OF CADET CLASS 151
The Illinois State Police (ISP) welcomed 21 new Troopers from Cadet Class 151 at a graduation ceremony at the Illinois State Police Academy in Springfield. The new Troopers will report to seven ISP Troop locations throughout the state on Sunday, December 21, 2025. Cadet Class 151 marks the 23rd cadet class graduation under Governor JB Pritzker and ISP Director Brendan F. Kelly. Since 2019, 713 troopers have joined ISP.
The Abbey Resort to Host “An Italian Winter’s Night” Benefit Dinner for the James Beard Foundation on January 31, 2026
The Abbey Resort is proud to announce An Italian Winter’s Night at The Abbey, an exclusive James Beard Foundation benefit dinner taking place Saturday, January 31, 2026. The evening will feature an inspired four-course menu created collaboratively by The Abbey’s Executive Chef Noah Gümüstekin and celebrity chef Fabio Viviani, best known for his breakout role on Top Chef and his acclaimed nationwide restaurant group.
Dementia and Alzheimer’s Is Not One Of The Same Disease
Many people use the terms dementia and Alzheimer’s disease interchangeably—but they are not the same thing. Understanding the difference is an important first step in recognizing symptoms, seeking help, and supporting those affected.
A Word to the Wise Is Sufficient
Usually, I emphasize the importance of financial planning to meet our changing needs as we age. However, this week I’m offering a gentle nudge—especially to those of us who have been certified couch potatoes before and during the holidays, eating our favorite snacks and watching games or movies on TV. For many of us our only exercise has been running out for snacks, walking to and from the kitchen, and lifting food and beverages to our mouth. I ain’t crackin’, just fac’n.
State Rep. Evans Looks To 2026 Legislative Session
Going into the new legislative session on Jan. 20th, Illinois State Representative Marcus C. Evans, Jr., D. Dist. 33 and President of the National Conference of State Legislatures, is looking to pass legislation that benefits the community. Evans has met with organizations that focus on violence prevention and mental health and ways to maintain funding for programs. He said that he wants the community to be healthy.
Chef Shares Her Food Love With Business
Chef Evelyn Shelton, MPA always cooked and came from a family that cooked. From early on, it was her goal to become a chef and have a restaurant. She went to college and received a traditional education, but in the back of her mind, she knew she would go to culinary school. After culinary school, she ended up at Northwestern Medicine, which was the same place where she worked in her corporate career. There, she was the first Black woman executive chef.
Chicago State University Football Coach Excited To Build Football Program
In 2023, Chicago State University announced plans to develop a football team. In April of 2025, Chicago State University announced that Bobby Rome would be its football coach. The first game is set for Aug. 29th and in preparation Coach Rome is building the Cougars Football team from scratch, focusing on hiring outstanding coaches and the right players to build a competitive football team.
The Night Ministry Continues To Show Compassion To Those Experiencing Homelessness
The Night Ministry was founded in 1976 as a way to respond to the crisis of isolation, despair and homelessness that people on the streets of Chicago were experiencing at night. According to David Dodd, Director of Marketing and Communications for the Night Ministry, the goal was to meet people where they were: in alleys, bars, all-night restaurants, street corners, and provide human connection, compassion, and dignity to people often overlooked by society.