The Illinois General Assembly scholarships have become a family affair for dozens of siblings who’ve…
Tag: Schools & Education
Scholarships for Some Grad Students a Big Burden for State and Schools
Dozens of college graduates receive free tuition each year to dental, law and medical school…
New Eco-Friendly North Lawndale School: From Power Plant to Educational Power House
The massive brick building at 931 S. Homan Ave. once housed a power plant to…
Program Sparks Interests in Health Care in Morgan Park, Other Low-Income Communities
As in many low-income neighborhoods nationwide, health care access is a serious problem in Morgan…
Summer School for Morgan Park?
Over the past two years, 132 Chicago Public Schools have changed from the “traditional” school…
West Loop Residents Angry: Dogs Do Their Business While Dog Owners Fail to Do Theirs
November 25, 2009 By Jean-Virgile Tasse-Themens A dozen residents of the West Loop protested at…
Far North Side Residents Uneasy as Violent Crimes Increase in Their Neighborhoods
Two years ago, Marilou Kessler was holding a dinner party at her East Rogers Park…
Chicago City Council: End Deportation of UIC Student
In a 48-to-1 vote, Chicago City Council passed a resolution Nov. 18 supporting a halt…