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The Classic Coming-of-Age Film "Cooley High" - Filmed in Chicago
The coming-of-age film followed four seniors in high school and was a significant hit at the box office. It's so hard, to say goodbye, to yesterday... When you hear those lyrics, other than becoming overwhelmed with sadness, you think about the 1975 movie Cooley High. The film follows four seniors' lives as they prepare to transition into adulthood. At their Chicago high school, they had big dreams. However, what used to be the norm for them took a turn for the worse in their senior year.
Embracing Failure: How Chicago's Bernie Mac Achieved Comedic Success
The Chicago native didn't believe in limiting his voice out of fear he'd failed. That's the question Bernie Mac asked at the beginning of the intro to The Bernie Mac Show. When the comedian wasn't asking that question, he sat in a chair in his office/den, talking to America about how challenging raising his sister's kids was.
In 1981, a Chicago Mayor moved into the Cabrini-Green Homes housing project
Jane Margaret Byrne's idea of bringing awareness to violence in poverty-filled neighborhoods in Chicago was to experience it firsthand. Did you know that Lori Lightfoot wasn't the first woman to be Mayor of Chicago?
Mayor Lightfoot launches new debt relief pilot program
The Administrative Debt Relief Pilot Program is Lori Lightfoot's way of providing help to Chicagoans in debt. While the 2023 mayoral election day is less than a month away, Lori Lightfoot has been campaigning across the city. To help Chicagoans and win the votes of residents who are still unsure who to rally behind, the Mayor introduced a new debt relief pilot program.
Cash payments are no longer accepted at Portillo's Drive-Thru
If you're paying with cash, you might want to order inside because you won't be able to use it in the drive-thru. If you're the type of person to say, "I only have cash," you won't be able to order in the drive-thru of any Portillo's location. The restaurant chain is starting the new year with a change that will make drive-thru lanes move faster and protect workers.
Chicago Mayoral Election: Finalized candidate list and their missions
Will the city of Chicago have a new Mayor, or will Lori Lightfoot win a second term?. The political scene in Chicago has taken over the city once again, with flyers, posters, advertisements, and even emails being sent out to residents from mayoral candidates and their teams.
5 resources the Chicago Office of Veteran Affairs offer to Veterans
Resources for veterans in the city are vital to helping them live the lives they deserve. As the nation's heroes return from keeping the country as protected as possible, they face challenges such as limited housing and job opportunities.
Chicago Transit Authority hiring Bus Mechanics, Bus Operators
If you're looking to start the new year with a new job, check out these CTA positions. The Chicago Transit Authority is still looking for candidates to fill bus mechanics and operators' roles. According to the transportation company's website, these job listings are among the few positions currently open.
Fun For Less in Chicago: Lincoln Park ZooLights
Witness the beauty of being surrounded by Christmas lights for FREE on Mondays and $5 Tuesdays through Sundays. This is a part of Lashaunta Moore's written series 'Fun For Less in Chicago: Memories Without Financial Stress.' Most places are free to enter; the rest will be low-cost. Everyone deserves to have fun.
Chicago to issue one time $500 relief payments to eligible residents
The payment will be given out to eligible residents through the Chicago Resiliency Fund 2.0. There's another relief payment coming, and if you're one of the few who wasn't lucky with the others, the Chicago Resiliency Fund 2.0 might be your chance. If you're a Chicago resident with tax dependents living in your household during the pandemic, you're eligible to be one of the 25,500 people to receive a one-time payment of $500.
Who's running for Mayor of Chicago?
Here's a list of candidates who aim to take Lori Lightfoot's spot. The filing deadline to run for Mayor of Chicago is Nov. 28, and there's no telling how many more candidates will make their presence known. So far, 14 people are running against Mayor Lightfoot, including an activist, alderman, and retired Chicago police officer.
CTA is hiring Full-time Bus Operators
The full-time position is among many job openings CTA is looking to fill. If you're searching for a new job, you might want to look at Chicago Transit Authority's career page. The transportation company is searching for new employees to fill openings, with the latest being a full-time bus operator.
Social Security benefits to increase in 2023
Benefits will increase by more than $140 per month starting in January. Americans who receive Social Security benefits and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) will see an 8.7% increase in payments next year. According to SSA.GOV, more than 70 million Americans will benefit from the rise, which is expected to be more than $140 a month starting in January.
Fun For Less in Chicago: Navy Pier Pumpkin Lights
You and your family can enjoy Pier Pumpkin Lights until Oct. 31. This is a part of Lashaunta Moore's written series 'Fun For Less in Chicago: Memories Without Financial Stress.' Most places are free to enter; the rest will be low-cost. Everyone deserves to have fun.
An early student loan forgiveness application is open
An application for student loan forgiveness is now open, and eligible individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. The process to eliminate a portion of student loan debt is finally in motion. The United States government released a preliminary application form for the student debt cancellation plan on Friday, Oct. 14.
Low-income Cook County residents could receive $500/month for two years
The pilot program promises monthly payments of $500 to 3,250 residents for two years. If you're a resident of cook county and meet eligibility requirements, you might have the chance to receive $500 a month for two years.In a press release on Oct. 4, Toni Preckwinkle, President of the Cook County Board of Commissioners, revealed that the Cook County Promise Guaranteed Income Pilot application is now open.
Mayor Lightfoot Expands Paid Parental Leave for All City Employees
All City employees will receive up to twelve weeks of paid parental leave, whether birthing or non-birthing parent. CHICAGO-- Mayor Lightfoot and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) agreed to provide parents with a more extended parental leave on Friday, Sept. 30. The new policy gives city employees up to twelve (12) weeks of paid parental leave regardless of whether they are the birthing or non-birthing parent.
CFD is looking for Firefighters and EMTs, applications open
If you've dreamed of being a Chicago firefighter, now is your chance to apply. The largest fire department in the Midwest is looking for people to join their family as the application for Firefighter/EMT is now open. According to the city’s official website, candidates have until Monday, Oct. 17 to apply for the entry level positions.
Fun For Less in Chicago: Lincoln Park Zoo Fall Fest
Guests can enjoy free entertainment, a pumpkin patch, professional pumpkin carvers, and more free and ticketed attractions. This is a part of Lashaunta Moore's written series 'Fun For Less in Chicago: Memories Without Financial Stress.' Most places are free to enter; the rest will be low-cost. Everyone deserves to have fun.
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