Saturday

07-19-2025 Vol 2026

Category: Chicago

Impact of Federal Safety Net Cuts on Food Security and Educational Assessments

Impact of Federal Safety Net Cuts on Food Security and Educational Assessments

Recent legislative changes have significantly slashed the federal safety net, particularly affecting programs designed to help those facing food insecurity.…
Chicago Business News: Unique Collaborations, Economic Concerns, and Community Efforts

Chicago Business News: Unique Collaborations, Economic Concerns, and Community Efforts

In a week filled with notable headlines from the Illinois business landscape, Chicago food culture and community support have taken…
Rising Tensions in Pilsen: Vandalism Highlights Growing Anti-Immigrant Sentiments

Rising Tensions in Pilsen: Vandalism Highlights Growing Anti-Immigrant Sentiments

In recent months, two murals in the Pilsen neighborhood—symbols of Mexican-Palestinian solidarity and resistance against anti-immigration policies—fell victim to defacement…
Chicago City Council Vetoes Proposed Snap Curfew Ordinance Amid Controversy

Chicago City Council Vetoes Proposed Snap Curfew Ordinance Amid Controversy

The Chicago City Council took a significant step on June 18 by passing a controversial ‘snap’ curfew ordinance aimed at…
Milton Coronado Creates Tribute Murals Honoring Fallen Officers and Loved Ones

Milton Coronado Creates Tribute Murals Honoring Fallen Officers and Loved Ones

Milton Coronado’s journey into the world of tribute murals began with a deeply personal loss — the death of his…
Jigzibik: Chicago’s First Affordable Housing Project with a Native American Focus Breaks Ground

Jigzibik: Chicago’s First Affordable Housing Project with a Native American Focus Breaks Ground

Building affordable rental housing in Chicago has long been a challenging endeavor, often hindered by cost and a lack of…
Chicago Agrees to $2.5 Million Settlement After Botched Police Raid Left Family Traumatized

Chicago Agrees to $2.5 Million Settlement After Botched Police Raid Left Family Traumatized

Nearly eight years after a tragic misstep by the Chicago Police Department, the city has settled a lawsuit with the…
Murder of Shaniqua Kinnard Highlights Failures in Domestic Violence Protections

Murder of Shaniqua Kinnard Highlights Failures in Domestic Violence Protections

In a tragic case that has drawn attention to the systemic failures in protecting victims of domestic violence, Shaniqua Kinnard,…
New Ordinance Aims to Boost Housing Development in Chicago while Reducing Parking Requirements Near Transit

New Ordinance Aims to Boost Housing Development in Chicago while Reducing Parking Requirements Near Transit

In a significant step towards promoting sustainable transportation and increasing housing availability, Chicago’s City Council has approved key amendments to…
Reviving the Legacy of Charles Stepney: A Celebration of Chicago’s Soul Music Pioneer

Reviving the Legacy of Charles Stepney: A Celebration of Chicago’s Soul Music Pioneer

In the vibrant soul music scene of Chicago during the 1960s and ’70s, one name resonates deeply with the eras’…
Aris Singleton Leads Thank God It’s Natural, Honoring Her Aunt’s Legacy and Embracing Diversity in Hair Care

Aris Singleton Leads Thank God It’s Natural, Honoring Her Aunt’s Legacy and Embracing Diversity in Hair Care

At 28, Aris Singleton stepped into the role of chief executive officer of the Chicago-based textured-hair care brand, Thank God…
Cook County Democratic Party Opts for Open Primary in Senate Race, Endorses Hynes for Assessor

Cook County Democratic Party Opts for Open Primary in Senate Race, Endorses Hynes for Assessor

In a significant decision for Illinois politics, the Cook County Democratic Party has chosen not to endorse a candidate in…