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FRESHMAN STATE LEGISLATOR HOPES NEW LAW WILL RESULT IN GREATER PARITY
In her first year in office, state Representative Debbie Meyers-Martin (38th) helped pass legislation Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed into law in July that is aimed at preventing workplace discrimination as it pertains to salaries.
New State Law Set To Take Effect While ACLU Lobbies For Change
The Illinois Cannabis Regulation & Tax Act of 2019 that Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed into law on June 25 takes effect on Jan. 1, 2020 and will allow individuals age 21-years-old and up to purchase and use marijuana for recreational purposes.
Pappas: Download your property tax bill due March 3rd
Pappas: Download your property tax bill due March 3rd at cookcountytreasurer.com if you want to pay this year
Red Clay Dance Presents Winter Sharecase and Holiday Party
Red Clay Dance Company (RCDC) engages its community by hosting a Winter Sharecase and Holiday Party Saturday, December 14 at 2 p.m. at Fuller Park Auditorium, 331 W. 45th Place, Chicago.
Future of Chatham Food Market Still Uncertain
After temporarily closing its doors earlier this year for remodeling, the future of the Chatham Food Market appears bleak even though outside signage says it would reopen soon as a meat and produce store.
Pritzker Administration Partners with Illinois Primary Health Association on 2020 Census Outreach Efforts
Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) recently announced the Illinois Primary Health Association will serve the Northwest region of Illinois for the state’s 2020 census effort, including JoDaviess, Carroll, Whiteside, Lee, LaSalle, Bureau, Putnam, Henry, Mercer and Rock Island Counties.
Bank of America Makes $400,000 Investment Through Neighborhood Builders Program To Advance Economic Mobility in Chicago
Bank of America recently announced it has awarded $200,000 in funding and leadership resources to both Chicago Scholars and Enlace Chicago as part of Bank’s signature Neighborhood Builders® program.
MORE THAN 900 VENDORS AND ATTENDEES TAKE PART IN WOMEN'S SMALL BUSINESS EXPO
City Treasurer Melissa Conyears-Ervin's first Women's Small Business and Entrepreneur Expo was a huge success over the weekend. The UIC Dorin Forum was packed with small business vendors, banks, government experts on certification, women leaders from corporate boardrooms, and entrepreneurs in the making.
Church gives free Christmas gifts to Lynwood school
On Saturday, December 7, 2019, Arrow Church is hosting a Christmas Store for the families of Sandridge Elementary School. The event will take place from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m in the gymnasium at Sandridge Elementary School, 2950 Glenwood Dyer Rd. in Chicago Heights.
Lawmakers move to boost online sales tax compliance
Springfield –Lawmakers passed a legislative fix during the recently adjourned fall veto session which proponents say could help the state realize $380 million in annual tax revenue by increasing compliance with existing online retail transaction tax laws.
Maywood native and local song writer to release Christmas single in time for the holiday season
Young, Focused, and goal oriented are a few words that come to mind when describing who Tristian Arnez is. He is a multi-talented self-taught singer, songwriter, athlete, musician, actor and model. Tristian was born in Maywood, IL. , began singing at the age of 4.
Hyde Park School of Dance Combines Hip Hop, Ballet And Modern Dance In The Nutcracker
Hyde Park School of Dance (HPSD) brings together fans of ballet, modern, and hip hop with its annual presentation of Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker, with more than 175 dancers—primarily children ages 7 to 18.
RETIRED CHICAGO POLICE OFFICER PROVIDES MEDICAL ASSISTANCE TO THE POOR
When DeWayne Mason joined the Chicago Police Department in 1997, he swore to “protect and serve” his community, and even though he retired two years ago, he continues to help people as a volunteer for a South Side nonprofit organization.
SOUTH SUBURBS COULD TAKE A PAGE FROM ROBBINS TO COMBAT CRIME
Village officials in Harvey, Dolton, Markham and other south suburbs met in September to discuss hosting a crime summit, but Robbins Mayor Tyrone Ward said his village has already began taking steps to reduce crime.
