The same principles that help athletes on the court, field or track can help you regulate stress and adapt to changes in everyday life.
Some pro athletes keep getting better as they age − neuroscience can explain how they stay sharp
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State education board to vote on new test scoring system
Illinois education officials expect to see an increase in proficiency rates in reading, writing and math, and a slight decline in science, due to a revised scoring system that more accurately reflects student performance.
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Loan applications for all Cannabis Social Equity Licensees open
The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity is now accepting applications for Round 3 of the Cannabis Social Equity Loan Program, which includes $40 million in forgivable loans to qualified, licensed social equity cannabis businesses.
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4 tips for a healthy heart from a biokineticist
A biokineticist offers four tips to help your heart.
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City of Joliet and Grand Prairie Water Commission move forward with water agreement transfer
The Grand Prairie Water Commission and the City of Joliet have entered into a 100-year agreement with the City of Chicago to provide a sustainable water supply to the Grand Prairie Water Commission communities, which will connect them to Lake Michigan water.
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LIV Golf fans brave record heat to see national heroes in Bolingbrook
Over 20,000 fans attended the three-day LIV Pro Golf event at Bolingbrook Golf Club, where Dean Burmester won the $4 million prize, despite the extreme heat and humidity.
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Rep. Sheehan applauds new law to track firefighter mortality
State Representative Patrick Sheehan R-Homer Glen-37th District has applauded the signing of Senate Bill 1446 into law, which requires the State of Illinois to track the manner of death for all firefighters, including suicide and various types of cancer, beginning January 1, 2026.
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Chicago welcomes the return of the 35th Annual African Festival of the Arts Labor Day Weekend
The 35th Annual African Festival of the Arts, organized by Africa International House USA, Inc., will return to Washington Park’s Sunken Gardens from August 30-September 1, celebrating African and African diaspora cultures with music, art, food, and community connection.
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Introducing Young Students to Coding Develops Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving Skills
Wesley, a 2nd grader, learned the importance of coding and problem-solving through a coding class, and his teacher believes that early elementary grades are the perfect time to introduce children to these concepts, with access to resources like Code.org and CodeHS.com.
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The Times Weekly Business Spotlight: Recognizing National Black Business Month
Black Business Month is celebrated in August to recognize and appreciate the contributions of Black-owned businesses, which have grown significantly in recent years but still make up a small share of overall firms and revenue.
