Volunteers fan out for neighborhood cleanup during Englewood unity day
For Unity Day, about 200 people spread out in blocks around South Honore and West 64th streets in Englewood to clean up and beautify the neighborhood on a sunny yet...
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Chicago incubator Male Mogul Initiative acquires loan purveyor to make capital accessible for all
The partnership and their programming on leadership, entrepreneurship and workforce development aim to build up young men and small businesses.
‘No nos ven’: La comunidad musulmana encarcelada en Illinois celebra el Ramadán
Millones de musulmanes de Estados Unidos celebran el final del Ramadán, mes islámico marcado por el ayuno desde el amanecer hasta la puesta del sol, con el Eid al-Fitr, que...
Hinsdale Central teen sets up Model UN Academy site to help thousands of students find success
Momin Ahmed's website instructs youths on how to navigate Model UN, a simulation of the real United Nations in schools around the globe.
Chicago Palestine Film Festival looks at more than the war in Gaza to showcase ‘Palestinian joy’
Resistance takes many forms, said one filmmaker featured at the 24th annual event, and “one of the more impactful ways is film.”
Thousands rally, march through Loop for national ‘Hands Off!’ protest
'Hands Off!' protests were held in downtown Chicago and nationwide.
‘We’re not seen’: Illinois’ incarcerated Muslim community observes Ramadan
For some Muslims serving time at Danville Correctional Center, being able to have a relatively normal Ramadan routine is a blessing as they fasted this March, like millions of Muslim...
Assistant teachers, library assistants at Francis W. Parker School unionize
A majority of assistant teachers and library assistants at Francis W. Parker School, announced their intention to unionize.
Chicago historian Shermann ‘Dilla’ Thomas planning future with DuSable Museum after being laid off by ComEd
Thomas is starting to settle into a new role as the brand ambassador and chief of social media for the Washington Park institution.
Crystal Lake native’s entrepreneurial spirit infused with her passion for coffee
Stefania Marzelia's history as a barista inspired her to start Sips, a business that makes syrups with minimal ingredients for coffee and other foods.