The Chicago Jazz Philharmonic is hosting a two-day event, When the West Side Burned, to celebrate Black History Month and explore the tumultuous aftermath of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s assassination in 1968, featuring open rehearsals, a documentary screening, a community conversation, and a concert of original compositions by Orbert Davis.
Chicago Jazz Philharmonic honors Black History Month with ‘When the West Side Burned’ – A Musical Reflection on Turmoil and Resilience
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Comfort Food Classic: Rotisserie Chicken-Biscuit Casserole
This Rotisserie Chicken-Biscuit Casserole is a quick and easy comfort food recipe that can be made in less than 15 minutes with just a handful of ingredients.
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Our Environment Dear EarthTalk: Is it true that you shouldn’t buy a used electric vehicle (EV) as the batteries only last 5-8 years and then require a costly replacement? — Paul
Modern EV batteries are built for durability and can last well beyond 100,000 miles, with proper research, diagnostic checks, and awareness of warranty coverage, a pre-owned EV can be a reliable, eco-friendly option.
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City of Joliet invites residents to ‘Stamp Into History’ at Free Bicentennial Park Theatre Series
The City of Joliet is hosting a free three-day theatre series, “STAMPED INTO HISTORY!,” from February 20-22, 2026, at the Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park Theatre to celebrate Black History Month and highlight the historical and cultural contributions of African Americans.
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Legislation to give courts more options on juvenile offenders
State Senator Rachel Ventura has introduced two new bills aimed at improving the rights of juveniles interacting with the criminal justice system and allowing courts more flexibility in advocating for restorative justice programs, as well as a bill to provide resources to minors declared delinquent for nonviolent crimes.
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Wine of the Week: Union Grands Crus 2023 Vintage Reveal: A Deep Dive into Bordeaux wines
Union Grands Crus 2023 Vintage Reveal is the premiere wine tasting of the year, held at New York’s Cipriani 42nd Street, featuring conversations with winemakers and owners of prestigious chateaus from Pauillac, Graves, Pomerol, Haut-Medoc, Saint Emilion, and more.
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6 Diseases Being Thirsty is a Symptom
Excessive or prolonged thirst can be caused by a variety of diseases, including diabetes mellitus, diabetes insipidus, Sjogren’s syndrome, kidney disease, hormonal disorders, and anxiety, and should be addressed with medical intervention.
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Australian open 2026-Coco ‘slams’ but not in a Grand way in 1/4 final loss
Coco Gauff was defeated by Elina Svitolina in the quarterfinals of the Australian Open, and in a fit of frustration, she slammed her tennis racquet on the concrete ramp leading to the locker room.
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Statement from the Resurrection Project on the ICE-involvedKilling of Alex Pretti
Communities across the country are coming together to peacefully protest the deaths of Renee Nicole Good, Alex Jeffery Pretti, and Silverio Villegas González, and to demand accountability from elected leaders and protection of constitutional rights.
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Illinois to withhold nearly $500M in spending, citing federal uncertainty
Governor Pritzker has directed state agencies to reserve nearly $500 million in spending for the current fiscal year in response to the uncertainty over the economy and federal funding, with the reserves largely focusing on cost savings such as forgoing hiring in certain agencies.
