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Nearly 100 Guests Brave the Rain to Celebrate the Opening of expeRHEEnce, a Candle Bar in South Shore
Nearly 100 family members, friends, community leaders, elected officials and other special guests gathered on a Sunday despite the rain to celebrate the ribbon cutting and opening of expeRHEEnce, a Candle Bar, at 1917 E. 79th St. in Chicago’s South Shore neighborhood. The strong turnout reflected the community’s support for owner and senior Scentologist Syreeta Talbert and her vision to create a welcoming destination centered on creativity, connection, and memorable experiences.
Bears fan undergoing breast cancer treatment helped unfurl pink ribbon at Soldier Field
More than 60,000 football fans cheered as Lynwood resident Brenda Mayfield-Anderson, 63, who is nearing the end of chemotherapy for stage 1 breast cancer, joined nine other Advocate Health Care breast cancer patients and survivors to unfurl a giant pink ribbon at halftime of the Oct. 4 Chicago Bears game at Soldier Field.
CHICAGO HOUSING AUTHORITY CELEBRATES 1,000TH HOMEOWNER THROUGH THE AGENCY’S CHOOSE TO OWN PROGRAM
The Chicago Housing Authority (CHA) celebrated a milestone for its Choose to Own (CTO) Homeownership Program by honoring Derenda Bradley, the program's 1,000th homeowner, at her newly purchased home in the Roseland community. Launched in 2002, CTO allows qualified public housing families and Housing Choice Voucher participants to put a portion of their rent payments toward building equity that offsets a portion of their mortgage, the same way a voucher offsets a portion of rent.
President Preckwinkle Introduces 2027 Executive Budget Recommendation for the Forest Preserves of Cook County
During a special meeting of the Forest Preserves of Cook County Board of Commissioners, Board President Toni Preckwinkle introduced the Fiscal Year 2027 Executive Budget Recommendation.
Financial assistance available to Peoples Gas customers for winter heating season
As the calendar turns to October and winter draws close, Peoples Gas is making its customers aware of financial assistance now available to people having a tough time keeping up with their heating bills.
Honey Pot Performance Opens Pleasure Power Portal, a Monthlong Exploration of Pleasure, Belonging and Black Cultural Life on Chicago’s West Side
What happens when we treat pleasure not as frivolous but a source of power? This fall, Honey Pot Performance (HPP) invites Chicagoans to explore that question through Pleasure Power Portal, an ambitious, multi-part performance experience bringing movement, storytelling, sensory play and collective gathering to Chicago’s West Side.
IDFPR Expands Language Access for Barber, Cosmetology, Esthetics and Nail Technology Licensing Exams
The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) announced today that beginning October 1, 2026, select licensing examinations for barber, cosmetology, esthetics and nail technology professions will be offered in five languages: English, Spanish, Chinese, Korean, and Vietnamese.
Illinois Conservation Foundation inducts 2026 Illinois Outdoor Hall of Fame honorees
The Illinois Conservation Foundation has announced four new inductees into the Illinois Outdoor Hall of Fame, recognizing their contributions to conservation and outdoor recreation across Illinois.
NATIONAL PUBLIC HOUSING MUSEUM PRESENTS A CONVERSATION WITH HARVARD ECONOMIST RAJ CHETTY
The National Public Housing Museum today announced a public conversation with Harvard economist Raj Chetty, focusing on new research on the long-term effects of mixed-income redevelopment on children who grew up in public housing. Raj Chetty in Conversation on Economic Mobility and Housing Justice takes place Monday, October 26, 2026, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at Student Center East at the University of Illinois Chicago, 750 S. Halsted St. Admission is free, but space is limited and advance registration is encouraged. For details and registration, visit www.nphm.org/event/raj-chetty-in-conversation.
University of Chicago Medicine to expand in Northwest Indiana with 43,500-square-foot medical care facility in Valparaiso
The University of Chicago Medicine is expanding its presence in Northwest Indiana with plans to open a new 43,500-square-foot care facility in Valparaiso, extending access to the academic health system’s physicians and services for patients throughout the region.
Main Stage Improv Brings Halloween Comedy Spooktacular to Tinley Park
The Main Stage Improv is celebrating Halloween with an evening of comedy, costumes and the unexpected when “Ghouls Just Wanna Have Fun! A Halloween Comedy Spooktacular” takes the stage Saturday, October 31 at 8:00 p.m. at the Tinley Park Performing Arts Center, 16801 S. 80th Avenue in Tinley Park.
Illinois DCFS, IDPH and Safe Kids Illinois partner with public transit agencies across Illinois to promote Infant Safe Sleep Awareness Month
October is Infant Safe Sleep Awareness Month, and the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS), the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) and Safe Kids Illinois are partnering with public transit agencies across the state to share a simple, lifesaving message with parents and caregivers when it’s time for an infant to sleep – give them room to breathe.
Howard Brown Health Marks National PrEP Day by Encouraging Whole-Person Approach to HIV Prevention
In recognition of National PrEP Day on October 10, Howard Brown Health is encouraging people to take advantage of one of the most effective tools available to prevent HIV while reminding patients that their healthcare should extend far beyond a prescription.
MAYOR JADA D. CURRY CONTINUES TO PROPEL LYNWOOD INTO A TREMENDOUS DESTINATION POINT OF THE SOUTHLAND
Many Journalists, business leaders, and residents are speaking boldly to the resurgence and continued development of Lynwood, Illinois. Once considered simply as a drive through community, it has now propelled into a phenomenal destination point for southland residents. From its beautiful housing stock to the growing economic base; Lynwood is experiencing a five-year growth of prosperity and stability.
