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The Chicago Public Library’s Native and Indigenous Allies Committee has announced a series of events to mark Native American Heritage Month in 2025.

Two new ministers have joined the National Setting of the United Church of Christ (UCC) to lead work in congregational engagement and women and gender justice.

Chicago Public Library is highlighting a range of resources for parents and caregivers to support early childhood literacy and development.

Don't miss out on this family and kids event happening in coverage area this week.

The Chicago Board of Education has approved several leadership appointments aimed at strengthening the administration of Chicago Public Schools (CPS).

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In the 2023-24 school year, 80.6% of Lowell Elementary School students failed the ELA portion of the IAR, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

In the 2023-24 school year, 70% of Casals Elementary School students failed the mathematics portion of the IAR, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

The Cook County Board of Commissioners has approved a series of contracts to advance transportation projects managed by the Department of Transportation and Highways (DoTH).

McGaw YMCA is seeking applicants for a variety of positions at its Camp Echo in Fremont, Michigan for the upcoming summer season.

In the 2023-24 school year, 52.6% of Casals Elementary School students failed the ELA portion of the IAR, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

These ex-City West Journal area high school athletes will be competing in the week starting Monday, Oct. 27.

Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle and the Project Rainbow initiative have announced the winners of the first Bookmark Design Contest for the 2025–26 school year.

Chicago Public Library (CPL) has introduced The Reading Set, a new book borrowing platform designed to simplify the process for book clubs in Chicago.

Belmont Village Senior Living has announced a new national partnership with Best Buddies International to support workforce inclusion for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).

The Cook County Board of Commissioners has approved a $20 million grant to the University of Illinois Board of Trustees.

In the 2023-24 school year, 97.2% of Cameron Elementary School students failed the mathematics portion of the IAR, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Chicago Public Schools (CPS) has announced an expansion of its Dual Language Education (DLE) and World Language Education (WLE) programs, as part of a four-year plan to increase bilingual and biliterate opportunities for students.

Chicago Public Schools (CPS) is marking National Principals Month in October by organizing a series of events to honor the contributions of more than 600 principals across the district.

These former City West Journal area high school athletes will take part in events on Saturday, Oct. 25.