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Indiana bans sister-city agreements with ‘foreign adversaries’
Rep. Mitch Gore, D-Indianapolis, was behind a push to limit sister-city relationships in six countries. (Photo from Indiana House Democrat caucus) But, is it retroactive? And the change doesn’t apply to Indiana’s own cooperative agreement with a Chinese province. Cities, towns and other governments have long entered into...
UPSIDE-DOWN HEALTHCARE
Something ain’t clean in the milk…this is an opinion reached by someone observing the state of healthcare delivery in America. We live in an age where technology is so advanced that scientists are able to send the spaceship Voyager on a trip outside our solar system, but we can’t cure the common cold.
Latest census data shows over 80% of Illinois counties losing population
The exodus from Illinois continues. A new report by the Illinois Policy Institute shows Illinois suffered population loss among all eight Illinois-based metro areas and 87 of Illinois’ 102 counties from July 2022 to July 2023. Using the latest data released by the U.S. Census Bureau, IPI found that...
Holcomb signs bill killing Gary’s gunmaker lawsuit, but two others hang in the balance
Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb answers reporter questions at the Whistle Stop Inn in Indianapolis, Indiana, on March 14, 2024. (Leslie Bonilla Muñiz/Indiana Capital Chronicle) The Republican governor has until Tuesday to make up his mind on the remaining two pieces of legislation. Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb signed into law...
Rep. Smith celebrates the passage of 13th Check
Indiana State Capitol Building in Indianapolis, Indiana. On March 8, the Indiana House of Representatives voted to approve the conference committee report on House Bill 1004. Even though the Senate removed the 13th check, the House conference committee added the provision back into the bill. Certain retirees on the Teachers’ Retirement Fund (TRF) and Public Employees Retirement Fund (PERF) will receive a 13th check in 2024.
Set free to set others free
Illustration of Jesus and the Samaritan woman. (Credit: Chicago Crusader) In the Gospel of John the fourth chapter, there is a familiar episode concerning a woman we have come to know as the Samaritan woman. If you have been in church longer than five minutes you have heard the story of the Samaritan woman.
St. Sabina dad hoping to get kidney
Hoping for kidney in time to give daughter’s hand in marriage. All 60-year-old Ernest Sanders wants to do is to give his daughter’s hand in marriage come June 22. Today he is lying flat on his back in Stroger Hospital’s ICU, fighting for his life and hoping and praying he’ll receive a kidney donor that will turn his wish into a reality.
Brookfield Zoo Chicago’s Anniversary Ferris Wheel now open
Brookfield Zoo Chicgo’s Anniversary Ferris Wheel features 24 gondolas that each seat up to six people. The attraction will be at the Zoo through Dec. 31, 2024. (Credit: Jim Schulz/Brookfield Zoo Chicago) Yesterday, March 15, Brookfield Zoo Chicago’s Anniversary Ferris Wheel opened to guests. In celebration of 2024 being...
Congressman Danny K. Davis, endorsed by Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi
PICTURED L-R: Congressman Danny K. Davis and Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi. Congressman Danny K. Davis thanked Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi for the endorsement and supporting his campaign (the video link is below). Davis said, Statement from Congressman Danny K. Davis:. “I am deeply honored and grateful to receive the endorsement...
Expanded Early Voting in Black wards boosts turnout by over 1K percent
During the first week of expanded Early Voting for the March 19 Democratic Primary, the turnout in Chicago’s Black wards increased by over 1,000 percent, according to an analysis of data released by the Chicago Board of Elections. Election officials have been releasing daily voter turnout numbers since Early...
Mrvan project requests included in final FY 2024 appropriations measure
Congressman Frank J. Mrvan recently announced the inclusion of his Community Project Funding requests in the final version of the Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 appropriations measure. The House approved the measure earlier this week, and it is expected to be approved by the Senate and signed into law by the President shortly in the coming days.
History favors State Rep. Flowers over political rookie backed by Welch
As State Representative for the 31st District, Flowers, since the years when Ronald Reagan was president, has made mincemeat of her opponents at the polls during the Democratic Primary and the General Election. Flowers has never lost an election in 40 years. She has been reelected 19 times. Flowers has...
Clean fuel mandates will further increase Illinois gas prices, opponents say
Proposed legislation that directs two Illinois agencies to assign state-mandated “deficits” to gasoline is being criticized by an industry group, which argues the measure would further increase the price of a gallon of gas. Senate Bill 1556 from state Sen. Dave Koehler, D-Peoria, would mandate two state regulators,...
New ‘Ask CTA’ video series addressing rider questions set to launch
Dedicated video series answers riders’ questions about various aspects of Chicago’s transit system – from timely to curious and historical matters. Coming soon to your social media channels, a new video series aimed at answering questions from riders on the system, the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) announced today.
Gary comes to the rescue of small business startups
GARY MAYOR Eddie Melton and recipients of the city’s small business grants. Melton says businesses will grow Gary and northwest Indiana. Maybe you’ve seen or maybe you’ve purchased Angel Knight’s ‘Trail My Mix,’ a healthy snack of dried fruits and nuts she sells at local farmers markets and at event spaces.
Mayor Brandon Johnson, Department of Family and Support Services announce My Chi. My Future. Micro-Grant Program
Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Department of Family and Support Services (DFSS) announced the City of Chicago’s My CHI. My Future. (MCMF) Micro-Grant Program. SGA Youth and Family Services (SGA) will administer the first-ever program to make small grants available to community-based, youth-serving organizations that are creating new or enhancing existing opportunities for positive youth engagement in specified Community Strategy Regions.
Dr. Vernon G. Smith seeks another term
Dr. Vernon G. Smith, State Representative – 14th House District, announced that he will seek another term in the Indiana General Assembly. Smith was elected in a special election to complete the term of former Rep. Earline Rogers in 1990. Rogers had assumed the senate position of the late Senator Carolyn Mosby. Including the partial term, Smith has served 17 consecutive terms.
Cook County Assessor Fritz Kaegi encourages homeowners to make sure they are receiving all available tax savings
Last week, my office opened exemption applications for the 2023 tax year to homeowners across Cook County. Exemptions create savings for homeowners by reducing the taxable value of their property. There are different kinds of exemptions available – the Homeowner Exemption, which is the most common, saves property owners an average of $950 each year.
Women’s prowess in American society will determine fate of a nation
The only hypocrisy and farce greater than America pretending to observe Black History Month is the feigned tribute to women that comes a month later. It is crystal clear the U.S. citizens of the African Diaspora command little to no consideration in the nation they helped to build. Already traditionally marginalized, the blatant systemic racism of recent years has exacerbated societal discrepancies.
Spring into action at Brookfield Zoo: Chicago’s new Bunny Hop
Hop on over to Brookfield Zoo Chicago for its new Bunny Hop Easter event on Saturday, March 23. Egg-citing activities take place between noon and 4 p.m. Guests of all ages can participate in an all-day scavenger egg hunt throughout the park. Zoogoers can pick up a game card at either the north or south entrances and then look for the six larger-than-life one-dimensional colorful eggs featuring a koala, kangaroo, platypus, echidna, flamingo, and raccoon. If you locate all six eggs, mark the location you saw each of the eggs on your game card, and turn it in for an egg-cellent sweet treat at the South Gate Market or North Gate Shop (while supplies last).
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