Buffalo Soldiers keep History and Faith Alive in the community on Memorial Day
As the community gathers this weekend to honor the nation’s fallen heroes, a prominent local post 241 is ensuring that their military history remains at…
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Senate Democrats introduce bills to regulate artificial intelligence
The eight-bill package tackles consumer protection, education, transparency Illinois lawmakers modeled their bills that address…
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White House FY 2027 budget proposal ignores nation’s affordability crisis $73B cut to domestic programs including housing, education, and consumer protection
The White House’s FY 2027 budget proposal increases defense spending by $1.5 trillion while slashing…
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Dead Noses Smell No Roses
May is a busy month with Mother’s Day, graduations and Memorial Day weekend activities. Hopefully…
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Loughran Cappel measure to expand inclusive language education for deaf children
State Senator Meg Loughran Cappel is leading House Bill 1783 to ensure equitable access to…
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Joliet council proposes ban for criminal conduct on city property, former Galowich YMCA to become new recreation hub
The Joliet City Council is considering an ordinance that will ban anyone who commits an…
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Hantavirus: The rare but dangerous disease making headlines
It seems like everyone is talking about the Hantavirus. There have been people questioning if…
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After The Peanut Foundation Honors Area Educators with Teacher Appreciation
Teaching is one of the most difficult and demanding of all the professions. It is more than just a job; it is a calling that requires the utmost commitment. Despite dedication to their profession, teachers are rarely recognized or appreciated. In honor of Teacher Appreciation Week, After The Peanut Foundation hosted a restorative evening for…
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Goodman Theatre Covenant is extended thru June 7
There are theatrical fireworks in abundance onstage at Chicago’s Goodman Theatre in its current production of South Side native York Walker’s Covenant in an extended run through June 7. Visit Goodmantheatre.org for information. With a “made in Chicago ” cast, Director Malkia Stampley literally sets the Owen Theatre stage ablaze. Debo Balogun, a familiar face…
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