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The importance of youth sports in breaking the cycle of violence
Getting children involved in youth sports has a huge impact on their journeys into adulthood. Dr. Abdullah Pratt from the University of Chicago and coach Ernest Radcliffe, founder of Radcliffe Youth Sports Organization, stress the importance of youth sports in creating the antidote to violence in the city.
Robert DeLong & Atlas Genius At The Echoplex On Oct. 21
Atlas Genius and Robert DeLong have teamed up for a co-headlining tour set for this fall. The two-month trek includes a stop at Los Angeles’ iconic venue Echoplex on Monday, October 21. Australian alternative rock band Atlas Genius and electronic artist Robert DeLong will embark on their co-headlining tour...
15 Things To Do In Chicago This Weekend: Wicker Park Fest, Taste Of Lincoln Avenue And Bantu Fest
CHICAGO — Whether you’re looking to catch improv, jam out to local bands, try new foods or celebrate diverse cultures, there are festivals for all of that and more in the city this weekend. Wicker Park Fest, Chinatown Summer Fair, Bantu Fest and Summer Wine Fest all make...
Urgent Warning: New Parking Ticket Scam Text Targets Chicago Residents (video)
Chicago residents are being warned about a new scam involving fake parking tickets sent via text message. The scam starts with a text claiming the recipient has an unpaid parking ticket. The message includes a link for payment, which, if clicked, leads to a request for personal and financial information.
What does being ‘financially intimate’ mean?
Featured on WGN Radio’s Home Sweet Home Chicago on 06/15/24: President and CEO of the Kane County Teachers Credit Union Mike Lee joins the show to discuss the importance of budgeting and learning how to properly finance, especially when it comes to you and your partner. To learn more about the KCTCU and what they can do for you, visit kctcu.org or call 888-741-3344.
Paul Aronhime Appointed Federal Sector SVP at Keeper Security
Paul Aronhime, an executive and strategist who specializes in growing organizations, was named senior vice president of federal sector at Keeper Security. In a LinkedIn post shared Wednesday, Aronhime announced his move to Keeper Security, a cybersecurity company headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. As SVP of Keeper Security’s federal sector, Aronhime...
Chicago police video shows tense standoff as man refuses to put down ‘fake a** gun’
CHICAGO — Video recorded by a Chicago police officer’s body camera shows tense moments as he confronts a man who refused to comply with orders to put down a handgun he was holding. At one point during the April 24 encounter, the man even slapped away one of the officer’s outstretched hands while the cop’s other hand was pointing a pistol at him.
Student Media Announces Alumni Takeover 2!!
Last year, we had so much fun! So we’re doing it again! October 13 through 19 is Saint Xavier’s Homecoming Week, and Student Media is inviting all of its alumni to Alumni Takeover 2. Alums can come back and broadcast their shows, write an article for The Xavierite, and catch up with old friends as we all come together and celebrate Student Media’s past, present, and future.
Chicago man to jet ski across Lake Michigan to support Get Behind the Vest initiative
Chicagoan Frank Giannelli will jet ski 100 miles across Lake Michigan Thursday morning in support of Get Behind the Vest, the effort to provide life-saving body armor to Chicago police officers.
Chicago Red Stars Medical Update on Defender, Sam Staab
The Chicago Red Stars provided the following medical update on defender, Sam Staab:. Sam Staab has suffered a torn Achilles tendon and will be placed on the National Women’s Soccer League season-ending injury list. “We are disheartened to learn the extent of Sam’s injury,” said Chicago Red Stars general...
Chicago Businesses on Alert After Series of Daytime Robberies in Grand Crossing, South Chicago, and Calumet Districts
Chicago business owners in the 3rd, 4th, and 5th Districts are on high alert after a series of mid-day robberies have hit local establishments. The Chicago Police Department has issued a business alert following multiple incidents involving a knife-wielding offender who targeted businesses during operating hours, taking cash from their registers.
Chicago Public Schools set to vote on $9.9B budget Thursday
CHICAGO — Chicago Public Schools is set to approve its $9.9 billion budget on Thursday, but not without some pushback from the Chicago Teachers Union. The district’s $9.9 billion budget includes closing a nearly $500 million deficit. To balance the budget, CPS says it made cuts to central academic and operational departments and focused money on […]
Loretto’s blood drive spotlights African-American health
Austin’s Loretto Hospital is hosting its 4th annual Summer Screening Series, a free event that this year focuses on blood donations and kidney health checks. Officials said that this year, they are highlighting the importance of African-American blood donors to increase collections of Type O blood and to help fight sickle cell disease. The need for donations in this is urgent, they said, because one in three African-American blood donors is a match for patients with sickle cell disease. Statistics show that 51% of African Americans have Type O blood, in contrast with 45% of Caucasians.
8 years for breaking into Chicago police facility, threatening SWAT class with their own guns (He got shot, too)
CHICAGO — The man who broke into a Chicago police facility and proceeded to threaten a SWAT team training class with their own guns has been sentenced to eight years in prison. You may remember that Donald Patrick, 49, went to CPD’s Homan Square facility in September 2022 to...
Humboldt Boulevard Homes Could Be Protected Under Extension Of Logan Square Landmark District
HUMBOLDT PARK — Historical homes along a portion of Humboldt Park’s boulevards could receive landmark designation after years of advocacy by neighbors. A proposal to extend the Logan Square Boulevards Landmark District from Humboldt Boulevard and Cortland Street to Sacramento Avenue and Augusta Boulevard is gaining steam under Ald. Jessie Fuentes (26th), who held a community meeting on the proposal last week.
Chicago Welcomes Sunny Weekend Before Storm Risks Rise Next Week
Chicagoans are looking ahead to a mixed bag of weather conditions, with the National Weather Service projecting a tranquil trio of days before the risk of storms increases early next week. According to the detailed weather forecast for Chicago, IL, the city will see sunny skies with highs around the mid-70s to low 80s starting today and into the weekend.
Mondelez International welcomes chief information and digital officer
CHICAGO — Mondelez International announced that Filippo Catalano will step into the role of chief information and digital officer. Catalano will join the organization later this year and accelerate the company’s global technology transformation, driving long-term growth. “We’re delighted to welcome Filippo to further advance our enterprise-wide technology...
Center For Better Aging Opens In Englewood With Wraparound Services For People 50 And Older
ENGLEWOOD — The South Side’s first geriatric-certified emergency room is now open in Englewood, providing neighbors 50 and older with a one-stop location to address their health care needs. Local leaders and community partners gathered Tuesday at St. Bernard Hospital to celebrate the grand opening of the Center...
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