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FHLBank Chicago Announces $50 Million in Interest Rate Subsidies to Expand Community Building Impact
CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul 16, 2024-- The Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago (FHLBank Chicago) is providing $50 million in interest rate subsidies to help expand affordable housing, economic development, and community partnerships in Illinois and Wisconsin through its new Community Impact Advance Pilot Program. This Program provides an up to two percent reduction in interest rates on advances, which are secured loans, to help FHLBank Chicago member financial institutions support their customers and amplify the impact they are making in their communities. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240716310882/en/ Pilot program offered through FHLBank Chicago makes $50 million in interest rate subsidies available to support affordable housing and economic development in Illinois and Wisconsin. The Community Impact Advance is available today to member financial institutions. (Photo: Business Wire)
Storm Damage and Debris Collection Notice
The Village has assessed the damage from last night’s storm and found that approximately 50 properties were affected. In accordance with the Village Board Debris Management Policy, Public Works will collect debris from parkway trees. Important Reminders. Parkway Trees: Public Works will handle debris collection. To report parkway tree...
Lee & Associates reps tenant and landlord in industrial lease in Itasca
Lee & Associates represented both the landlord and tenant in a 38,169-square-foot new industrial building lease at 1401 Glenlake Ave. in Itasca. The free-standing facility is located just west of O’Hare International Airport and has easy access to multiple nearby interstates including I-290 / 53, I-90 and I-355 in addition to the Elgin-O’Hare Tollway.
Levy Center, Evanston Grows team up for free farmstand
Fridays this summer are bustling at the Levy Senior Center, where the Levy Senior Center Foundation is collaborating with Evanston Grows to host an outdoor farmstand that provides free produce and wildflowers to seniors and other community members. Currently, Evanston Grows helps provide food for four summer farmstands on different...
CARE team begins alternative 911 call response efforts
The Crisis Alternative Response Evanston (CARE) team – a group of trained civilian responders for low-risk 911 calls – launched the new program Monday from the Morton Civic Center. The group, composed of a pair of two-person teams, will spend the coming week building trust across the city and engaging with the community.
ETHS Foundation supports school when tax funding falls short
The Evanston Township High School Foundation has provided more than $14.5 million in grants for new and upgraded facilities, resources and programs for ETHS students since its inception 16 years ago. In the 2023-2024 school year, they raised nearly $2 million. The foundation has consistently supported updates to the school’s...
Evanstonian vying for gold medal in unicycle basketball
You may have seen Evanstonian Kyle Campbell riding along the lakefront on his 7-foot-tall giraffe unicycle. He does this while juggling. He mounts the uni (Campbell’s preferred term) by standing on the ledge of his front porch. Campbell rides the vehicle for fun and relaxation. His website includes many videos, most from passersby who send them to him.
‘The world was never the same’: Northwestern protests in 1968 and 2024
They protested in the spring, knowing that they could get arrested and kicked out of college. By then, demonstrations were already spreading across the nation. Columbia University students occupied multiple university buildings, leading to more than 700 arrests when the police cracked down violently. At Northwestern, the students knew that...
Big Week | July 17- 24
Saturday, July 20, 7 – 9 p.m., Hemingway Birthplace Museum. Join us for a porch concert featuring Nora O’Connor and Steve Dawson. We’ll celebrate Hemingway’s 125th birthday, introduce our new Writer in Residence, and acknowledge student scholarship recipients. General lawn seating is available; bring your own lawn chair. Refreshments provided. Purchase tickets at https://tinyurl.com/r8ddkbyk, 339 N Oak Park Ave., Oak Park.
Evanston rolls out C.A.R.E., in which civilians respond to low-level, low-risk emergency calls
Evanston is rolling out a new group of first responders, who are designed to help in a crisis.The two-person teams will be sent to some 911 calls, when police might not be the best fit.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchC.A.R.E. stands for Crisis Alternative Response Evanston.The program is a city initiative that provides a non-police response to low-level, low-risk emergency calls.C.A.R.E is made up of four civilians, who went through a month of extensive training."They've had training from de-escalation, to motivational interviewing, CPR, Narcan," said Audrey Thompson, director of the Evanston Parks and Recreation Department.Crisis responders...
LA Fitness Is Taking Over 9 Chicago XSport Gyms
CHICAGO — LA Fitness is taking over XSport Fitness gyms, putting nine Chicago locations under different management starting Tuesday. XSport members got the news late last week via email from Capital Fitness Inc., XSport’s parent company. “Capital Fitness Inc (XSport Fitness) has made the decision to exit the...
Robbins Police Chief Carl Scott Resigns Amid Investigation, Mayor Prepares Town for Possible Release of Disturbing Video
The Village of Robbins is once again drawing attention as its acting police chief, Carl Scott, steps down amidst an unfolding investigation—this announcement coming just 15 months into Scott's tenure. As CBS News Chicago reports, the Mayor of Robbins, Darren Bryant, was prompted to dismiss the chief after viewing a video of an incident that has yet to be made public, though it was suggested that the footage is disturbing enough to lead to swift action.
Striking Amazon drivers picket outside Skokie delivery station
CHICAGO (CBS) -- Dozens of Amazon drivers took the picket line in north suburban Skokie on Monday, a day ahead of the online retail giant's popular "Prime Day" sales.The drivers, who have been on strike since June 26, said they're living paycheck to paycheck, getting paid around $20 per hour, while rarely scheduled for a full 40-hour work week, according to Teamsters Local 705.Chanting, "Workers unite, together we fight," the drivers picketed Monday morning outside Amazon's delivery station in Skokie.They're demanding better pay, affordable healthcare, and safer working conditions. Many said they're often forced to drive dangerous vans, and have been pressured by the company not to report on-the-job injuries.Amazon did not immediately respond to a request for comment.
Black Fire Brigade Unveils New Educational Center in Chicago to Empower Aspiring First Responders
The Black Fire Brigade (BFB) recently celebrated a significant expansion in their mission to nurture a new generation of first responders, with the grand opening of their BFB Educational Center in Chicago’s Washington Park neighborhood. This milestone marks six years of the organization's tireless service led by retired firefighter and BFB founder Quention Curtis and Terri Winston, contributing to a sea change in community empowerment and public safety.
Store 5 opening strengthens Steinhafels’ presence in Chicago
WAUKESHA, Wis. — As part of its plans to enter and grow in the Chicago market, Top 100 retailer Steinhafels wanted to encircle the city with its first six or so stores. That plan got closer to completion this week, as the Waukesha, Wis.-based, employee-owned retailer opened its 80,000-square-foot showroom in Schaumburg. A grand opening is slated for July 19.
Elmhurst Park District looks to expand programming space via new agreement with the Ray Graham Association
Demand for recreational programming remains high in Elmhurst, and the Elmhurst Park District continues to look for ways to expand indoor programming space and reduce waitlists. Community feedback underscores this, with findings from the recent Elevate Elmhurst Parks comprehensive and strategic planning initiative identifying indoor programming space as a top priority. While the District lacks indoor space to meet the needs of the community, the staff and Park Board continue to look for ways to creatively address these needs. The most recent example of this involves working with a long-standing partner, the Ray Graham Association (RGA).
Carolers, 'Father Frymas' celebrate National French Fries Day in Oak Park
It was like Christmas in July on the 200 block of North Elmwood in Oak Park, where a home was decorated with all things french fries in honor of National French Fries Day. The event was sponsored by McCain Foods.
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