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07-20-2025 Vol 2027

Category: Chicago

Billboard Campaign Aims to Combat Opioid Crisis Among Black Men in Chicago

Billboard Campaign Aims to Combat Opioid Crisis Among Black Men in Chicago

The Chicago Recovering Communities Coalition (CRCC) has launched a new statewide billboard campaign aimed at saving lives by normalizing recovery…
Exciting Summer Events in Chicago: Theatre, Music, Museums, and Festivals

Exciting Summer Events in Chicago: Theatre, Music, Museums, and Festivals

Chicago is buzzing with a vibrant array of summer events that celebrate the arts, music, and cultural diversity. From theater…
Chicago Transit System Faces Catastrophic Cuts amid Longstanding Austerity Measures

Chicago Transit System Faces Catastrophic Cuts amid Longstanding Austerity Measures

The Chicago regional public transit system, a vital resource for millions, now grapples with severe funding cuts after Democratic lawmakers…
IPW 2025 in Chicago: A Resounding Celebration of U.S. Tourism and Global Partnerships

IPW 2025 in Chicago: A Resounding Celebration of U.S. Tourism and Global Partnerships

The U.S. Travel Association’s IPW 2025 made a spectacular return to Chicago, reaffirming the nation’s position as a leading global…
Chicago Pride Parade Celebrates ‘United in Pride’ Amid Challenges

Chicago Pride Parade Celebrates ‘United in Pride’ Amid Challenges

Thousands gathered in Lakeview on Sunday for the 54th edition of Chicago’s Pride Parade, waving rainbow flags and embodying the…
Chicago Park District Lifeguard Charged with Murder After Shooting Two Teens

Chicago Park District Lifeguard Charged with Murder After Shooting Two Teens

A lifeguard for the Chicago Park District has been charged with murder and attempted murder following a shooting incident that…
Burbot Fishing Thrives in Illinois’ Lake Michigan: A Quixotic Quest Successful

Burbot Fishing Thrives in Illinois’ Lake Michigan: A Quixotic Quest Successful

Jim Shell recently embarked on an adventurous quest to catch burbot, a unique and nocturnal fish found in Illinois’ Lake…
Debra White Retires After 40 Years as a Chicago Police Dispatcher

Debra White Retires After 40 Years as a Chicago Police Dispatcher

After four decades of dedicated service, Police Dispatcher Debra White has officially retired from her position, leaving a lasting impact…
Community Unveils Monument Honoring Wadea al-Fayoume in Plainfield, IL

Community Unveils Monument Honoring Wadea al-Fayoume in Plainfield, IL

A significant gathering took place recently at the Van Horn Woods East Playground in Plainfield, IL, to unveil a memorial…
Illinois Democrats Raise Alarm Over Trump Administration’s Tax Bill and Its Implications for Health Care and Food Assistance

Illinois Democrats Raise Alarm Over Trump Administration’s Tax Bill and Its Implications for Health Care and Food Assistance

As President Donald Trump’s tax bill makes its way through the Senate, Illinois Democrats, along with various advocates and experts,…
The Transformation of the Ambassador Theatre: From Spectacle to Sanctuary

The Transformation of the Ambassador Theatre: From Spectacle to Sanctuary

In October 1925, the Ambassador Theatre opened its grand doors on Division Street in the Austin neighborhood, showcasing a spectacular…
Retirement Communities Surge in Popularity, But Costs Soar

Retirement Communities Surge in Popularity, But Costs Soar

In recent years, some of the fastest-growing communities in the United States have shifted their focus away from traditional family-oriented…