International Jazz Day was celebrated on April 30, 2026, in Chicago, with a global concert featuring renowned jazz musicians, live-streamed to millions of viewers in over 190 countries.
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Family Focus 3rd annual Youth Explosion celebrating creativity, and leadership
Family Focus is hosting its 3rd Annual Youth Explosion on April 11th to showcase the talents, creativity, and leadership of young people from across Chicago, and to highlight the importance of investing in safe spaces and opportunities for youth.
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Black History Month and the Power that Holds Democracy Together
As Black History Month begins, we must remember the power of the Black community and the importance of unity in order to protect our democracy and ensure freedom and opportunity for all.
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Business Spotlight: Madison Elyse Events in Shorewood
Madison Elyse Events is a Shorewood-based event venue founded by Qiana Turner, offering a customizable space for up to 60 guests and event planning services, with upcoming events including a Holiday Pop-Up Shop and Breakfast with Santa.
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DHS Launches Operation Midway Blitz in Chicago Amid Protests
The Department of Homeland Security launched Operation Midway Blitz in Chicago, targeting the worst of the worst criminal illegal aliens in the city, in response to escalating rhetoric between Gov. JB Pritzker and President Donald Trump.
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Department of Homeland Security launches Operation Midway Blitz in Chicago
Operation Midway Blitz, an immigration enforcement initiative targeting Chicago, was launched by the Department of Homeland Security on Monday, with hundreds of ICE agents and vehicles expected to be deployed in the city.
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Plainfield North High School graduates take food expiration app to national stage
Three Plainfield North High School 2025 graduates, Team Expiri, have been named quarterfinalists in the INCubatoredu National Pitch Competition for their mobile app that tracks food expiration dates and reduces food waste.
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Derrick Rose to serve as Grand Marshal for NASCAR Chicago Street Race’s Grant Park 165 on Sun
Derrick Rose will serve as the Grand Marshal for the NASCAR Chicago Street Race on Sunday, July 6, giving the famous command of “Drivers, Start Your Engines” as part of a celebration of the best of Chicago.
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Chicago Named Wrongful Conviction Capital, Sparking Calls for Reform
Troshawn McCoy, who was wrongfully convicted and imprisoned for 22 years, is now running several successful businesses, writing a book, filming a documentary, and leading a nonprofit to help others affected by wrongful convictions.
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Wine of the week: Celebrate Rhone Valley White Wines from France
A group of influencers, sommeliers, and journalists gathered to celebrate the Rhône Valley white wines at a Chicago event sponsored by the Rhone in White Society, while tasting over 80 wines from 18 Rhône appellations.
