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Tara Stamps, a middle school teacher at Jenner Academy of the Arts speaks during the Austin town hall meeting regarding longer Chicago Public Schools school days. Photo Truss Digital Photograph

Tara Stamps, a middle school teacher at Jenner Academy of the Arts speaks during the Austin town hall meeting regarding longer Chicago Public Schools school …

Published on October 4, 2011

On Oct. 15, the Alzheimer's Association, Greater Illinois Chapter will host a conference at Kennedy-King College for family caregivers of Alzheimer's patients. (Photo Courtesy of Alzheimer's Association)

On Oct. 15, the Alzheimer's Association, Greater Illinois Chapter will host a conference at Kennedy-King College for family caregivers of Alzheimer's patients. (Photo Courtesy of …

Published on October 4, 2011

Hair braiders now only need 300 hours of classroom training and practical experience to get licensed as a professional hair braider.

Hair braiders now only need 300 hours of classroom training and practical experience to get licensed as a professional hair braider.

Published on October 4, 2011

Mayor Rahm Emanuel announced a new CTA initiative on Friday in Hyde Park. (Photo by Daniel Schwen)

Mayor Rahm Emanuel announced a new CTA initiative on Friday in Hyde Park. (Photo by Daniel Schwen)

Published on October 4, 2011

Carol Victory, a resident of Palos Hills was honored for going 'above and beyond' at Alden Wentworth.

Carol Victory, a resident of Palos Hills was honored for going 'above and beyond' at Alden Wentworth.

Published on October 4, 2011

Nalls family and Lioncrest residents and children were in attendance at the park dedication.

Nalls family and Lioncrest residents and children were in attendance at the park dedication.

Published on October 4, 2011

Sign for the newly named Irma Nalls Memorial Park.

Sign for the newly named Irma Nalls Memorial Park.

Published on October 4, 2011

In the past, only Park Forest residents were allowed to enter the Park Forest Idol Competition. This year, all south suburban residents who feel they have what it takes can participate.

In the past, only Park Forest residents were allowed to enter the Park Forest Idol Competition. This year, all south suburban residents who feel they …

Published on October 4, 2011

On Sep. 25, a UIC student was robbed of $20 at the CTA Blue Line UIC Halsted stop.  (Photo Credit: Zol87)

On Sep. 25, a UIC student was robbed of $20 at the CTA Blue Line UIC Halsted stop. (Photo Credit: Zol87)

Published on October 4, 2011

Lynn Marie Jones in 1983 during her days as a professional dancer and singer. (Photo Courtesy of Lynn Marie Jones)

Lynn Marie Jones in 1983 during her days as a professional dancer and singer. (Photo Courtesy of Lynn Marie Jones)

Published on October 4, 2011

Lynn Marie Jones, a pulmonary sarcodosis survivor and former singer/dancer is at peace now after overcoming huge life changing obstacles. (Photo Courtesy of Lynn Marie Jones)

Lynn Marie Jones, a pulmonary sarcodosis survivor and former singer/dancer is at peace now after overcoming huge life changing obstacles. (Photo Courtesy of Lynn Marie …

Published on October 4, 2011

'for sale' sign in Calcasieu

'for sale' sign in Calcasieu

Published on October 4, 2011

Bounce TV will target African Americans primarily between the ages of 25-54. PRNewsFoto/Bounce TV

Bounce TV will target African Americans primarily between the ages of 25-54. PRNewsFoto/Bounce TV

Published on October 4, 2011

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