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Far South Side Resource Fair set for Oct. 27th
Whether looking to prepare for winter with a free flu shot, looking for employment, information on city services, or learning about nearby amenities, far south side residents will want to be at the 9th Ward’s Resource Fair on Thursday, Oct. 27th.
Chef brings food experience to everyone, even vegans
Chef Joanne Thomas has loved cooking for as long as she can remember. She always did it as a side job, while she worked for different corporations. The COVID-19 pandemic was the extra push she needed to dedicate time to be a full-time entrepreneur.
Illinois’ Poison Center Offers Safety ‘Tricks’ to Prevent Poisoning This Halloween
Parents and caregivers need to beware of more than just ghosts and goblins this Halloween. According to the Illinois Poison Center (IPC), accidental poisonings from Halloween candy is rare, but IPC manages cases each year involving dry ice, glow sticks, and more.
THE VILLAGE OF ROBBINS IS SET TO RECEIVE $4,000,000 IN FUNDING TO REPLACE LEAD SERVICE LINES
The Village of Robbins is proud to announce that they’re set to receive $4 million in funding to replace lead service lines within the community. The funding is provided through the Illinois EPA’s State Revolving Fund.
Deeply Rooted Dance Theater to premier ‘Q After Dark’ and ‘Vespers’
Nicole Clarke- Springer is a huge Quincy Jones fan. She grew up on his music. His music was always around, and she always marveled at his musical genius, as a producer and as a humanitarian.
ILLINOIS COVID-RELATED MORTGAGE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM TO REOPEN NOV. 1
The state will reopen a mortgage assistance program for pandemic-impacted homeowners on Nov. 1. The Illinois Homeowner Assistance Fund, run through the Illinois Housing Development Authority, provides up to $30,000 in assistance to homeowners through payments made directly to mortgage servicers, taxing bodies or other approved entities.
16TH WARD ALDERMAN STEPHANIE COLEMAN SET TO HOST GROCERY TOWN HALL WITH OFFICIALS & MEMBERS OF THE ENGLEWOOD 5
HUNDREDS OF RESIDENTS ARE EXPECTED TO ATTEND “LET’S TALK: GROCERY TOWN HALL” THE HIGHLY ANTICIPATED CONVERSATION WILL TALK ABOUT THE STATE OF HEALTHY FOOD ACROSS ILLINOIS IN SUPPORT OF LOCAL RESIDENTS WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 26TH (6:00 PM- 8:00PM) KENNEDY- KING COLLEGE- U BUILDING 740 W. 63RD STREET
OVER 500 SOUTHLAND RESIDENTS PROUDLY TRAVEL TO RICH SOUTH-TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL FOR HISTORIC RIBBON CUTTING OF ALL NEW HIGH-TECH FIELD HOUSE
Dr. Johnnie Thomas- Superintendent of Rich Township High School District 227- and Andrea Bonds-School Board President of RTHS 227- are proud to announce the opening of the all new RTHS 227 Field House. The announcement comes as RTHS 227 kicks off the fall season with some great new resources.
Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs Returns $11 Million to Chicago Man’s Family
Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs’ office made history this week when it returned $11 million to the estate of a Chicago man who died of natural causes just before Christmas in 2016.
Improving Health Outcomes through Equity and Access
Better access to healthcare equals better health outcomes. Biogen strives to increase access and address the barriers that patient populations face. Oftentimes, health outcomes depend on factors beyond the control of patients and their doctors. Disparities across age, gender, race, ethnicity and socioeconomic level are some examples. One of the key parts to Biogen’s approach involves researching and understanding these issues as well as their compounding factors, such as, inadequate representation in clinical trials and limitations to accessing care. Overall, the goal is clear: improve health outcomes for Black, African American, Hispanic, Latino and other underserved communities in Biogen’s main disease areas.
Chicago’s Little Monsters Can Join The Newest Fall Family Event With Exclusive 4D LEGO® Halloween Movie In Newly Renovated 4D Theater!
Schaumburg, Illinois’ newest Halloween party built for kids is creating a BOOtastic way to play with LEGO® bricks and features the all new LEGO 4D Movie: The Great Monster Chase in LEGOLAND Discovery Center Chicago’s newly renovated 4D Theater! From September 23rd – October 31st LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Chicago’s new Brick-or-Treat: Monster Party will bring little monsters from all around to enjoy family fun this Halloween season at the ultimate indoor LEGO playground.
MAYOR JADA D. CURRY AND LYNWOOD ANNOUNCE VETERANS DAY LUNCHEON PRESENTED BY LYNWOOD POLICE DEPARTMENT
Mayor Jada D. Curry and the Village of Lynwood are set to host a Pre-Veterans Day luncheon THURSDAY, NOVEMBER, 10TH 2022 (12 PM-2 PM), in honor of the many veterans that have served throughout the local community.
New Pappas study: Tax investors exploit Illinois property tax law they shaped to reap millions in profits from Black and Latino communities
A new study from the Cook County Treasurer’s Office reveals that hedge funds, private equity firms and others are exploiting a loophole in Illinois’ property tax law to make millions of dollars in profits, mostly at the expense of Black and Latino communities.
The Heart Condition Hiding In Plain Sight
The health of a community is often about connecting. Connecting with our neighbors, friends, and family to recharge our souls. Connecting with information that empowers us to make positive change.
