Darrell Watson was a Salvation Army bell ringer this past Christmas. He said he hit his goals but the Salvation Army is struggling to get contributions.

Darrell Watson was a Salvation Army bell ringer this past Christmas. He said he hit his goals but the Salvation Army is struggling to get …

Published on December 30, 2015
Dr. Robert Winn, director of the Cancer Center at the University of Illinois Chicago.

Dr. Robert Winn, director of the Cancer Center at the University of Illinois Chicago.

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Karriem Watson, senior research specialist at the Cancer Center at the University of Illinois Chicago.

Karriem Watson, senior research specialist at the Cancer Center at the University of Illinois Chicago.

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Dr. Rupert Evans, Director, Health Administration Program, Governors State University.

Dr. Rupert Evans, Director, Health Administration Program, Governors State University.

Published on December 30, 2015
The two schools will conduct research on cancer rate disparities and help support minority students at Governors State who are interested in careers in addressing the problem.

The two schools will conduct research on cancer rate disparities and help support minority students at Governors State who are interested in careers in addressing …

Published on December 30, 2015
The National Fire Protection Association’ statistics indicate that nearly 40 percent of home fires that begin with Christmas trees occur in January. Although these fires are not common, they are much more likely to be serious when they do occur.

The National Fire Protection Association’ statistics indicate that nearly 40 percent of home fires that begin with Christmas trees occur in January. Although these fires …

Published on December 30, 2015
Some people may want to continue the festive spirit and leave up their ever-drying pines long after the last of the gifts have been opened. It’s good to remember, however, that the longer the Christmas tree remains in the home, the greater the fire risk becomes.

Some people may want to continue the festive spirit and leave up their ever-drying pines long after the last of the gifts have been opened. …

Published on December 30, 2015
Peggy Montes, founder of the Bronzeville Children's Museum, 9301 S. Stony Island Ave., Chicago, Ill., celebrated Kwanzaa on Saturday at her facility.

Peggy Montes, founder of the Bronzeville Children's Museum, 9301 S. Stony Island Ave., Chicago, Ill., celebrated Kwanzaa on Saturday at her facility.

Published on December 30, 2015
Kwanzaa remains a popular holiday in the Chicago area. Started in the 1960s, it attempts to help African Americans connect with their African culture and heritage.

Kwanzaa remains a popular holiday in the Chicago area. Started in the 1960s, it attempts to help African Americans connect with their African culture and …

Published on December 30, 2015
For now, Illinois residents will be able to use their driver's license at airports for identification.

For now, Illinois residents will be able to use their driver's license at airports for identification.

Published on December 30, 2015
Illinois residents might need more than their drivers licenses to enter federal buildings like the Kluczynski Federal Building in downtown Chicago.

Illinois residents might need more than their drivers licenses to enter federal buildings like the Kluczynski Federal Building in downtown Chicago.

Published on December 30, 2015
Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel wants a review on how officers handle calls that involve "mental health crises" after Chicago Police fatally shot a mother and college student.

Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel wants a review on how officers handle calls that involve "mental health crises" after Chicago Police fatally shot a mother and …

Published on December 30, 2015
L-R Bettie Jones, 55, and Quintonio LeGrier, 19, were fatally shot by Chicago Police on Saturday.

L-R Bettie Jones, 55, and Quintonio LeGrier, 19, were fatally shot by Chicago Police on Saturday.

Published on December 30, 2015