To make the transition back to school smoother, parents can listen to their child’s concerns, discuss the new routine, plan ahead, instill confidence, and seek support when needed.
How to get your kids ready to go back to school without stress − 5 tips from an experienced school counselor
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Do you really need to read to learn? What neuroscience says about reading versus listening
Whether reading a book or listening to a podcast, the goal is the same: understanding. But these activities support comprehension in different ways.
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Donna Miller’s Congressional Race attracts endorsers
Cook County Commissioner Donna Miller has received endorsements from a broad coalition of elected officials, including several of her colleagues on the Cook County Board, in support of her candidacy for Congress.
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Quantum Computing Company Infleqtion to Set up Shop in Chicago
Infleqtion, a Colorado-based quantum computing company, is setting up shop at the Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park in Chicago, joining other companies in the effort to make Illinois a global leader in quantum computing.
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Seize the Moment: Make the Most of Your Time Now
It is important to take advantage of opportunities and start pursuing goals sooner rather than later, as life is short and we never know when our time will end.
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Uncle Kracker to Headline 2025 RomeoFest
Uncle Kracker will be the headlining artist at RomeoFest August 7-10 in Romeoville, which will feature four days of live music, carnival rides, food, activities, fireworks, and a laser show.
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Free Family Fun at Joliet City Center Partnership’s Kidz Fest
The Joliet City Center Partnership is hosting the Downtown Joliet Kidz Fest on August 2nd, offering a range of family-friendly activities, health services, and food and beverages for purchase.
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Feds weigh in on lawsuit challenging how Illinois maintains voter registration rolls
The U.S. Department of Justice has filed a statement of interest in a lawsuit accusing the state of Illinois of failing to properly maintain a statewide voter registration list, in violation of the National Voter Registration Act.
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Tribeca Festival 2025 Viewpoints Award winner Kites shows two faces of Brazil’s gang culture
Kites, a captivating film by first-time director Walter Thompson-Hernandez, explores the duality of gang culture in Rio de Janeiro’s Santo Amaro favela and follows the story of Duvo, a street hustler who is trying to escape the violence of his surroundings with the help of his guardian angel Phil, as he works to revive a local kite festival.
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Iconic Willie Mays Memorabilia to Be Auctioned for Charity
Willie Mays’ personal collection of memorabilia will be auctioned off on September 27, 2025, with all proceeds going to the Say Hey! Foundation to support youth education, training, and health services.
