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West Park Elementary Academy reports 14% chronic truancy rate during 2023-24 school year

The chronic truancy rate at West Park Elementary Academy rose to 14% during the 2023-24 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Jose De Diego Academy excels at CPS Network 5 Championship

Jose De Diego Community Academy's basketball teams achieved remarkable success at the CPS Network 5 Championship.

2024 Parolees Recap: Who was paroled in ZIP Code 60647?

In 2024, 20 offenders were released on parole and now reside in Illinois ZIP Code 60647, according to the Illinois Department of Corrections.

Cook County announces start of Partners in Prevention clinics for 2025

The Cook County Department of Animal and Rabies Control (ARC) is launching its 2025 Partners in Prevention clinics on Saturday, April 5.

Chicago Public Schools and the Chicago Teachers Union reach tentative agreement

Chicago Public Schools (CPS) and the Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) have reached a proposed contract agreement that aligns with the District's strategic plan, prioritizing student-centered decisions.

Pension Boards names David A. Klassen as new CEO

The Pension Boards, an affiliated ministry of the United Church of Christ, has announced the appointment of David A. Klassen as its new President and Chief Executive Officer.

UCC pledges continued support for trans rights on Trans Day of Visibility

On March 31, flags bearing pale pink and baby blue stripes flew outside homes, businesses, and churches to celebrate and recognize transgender individuals of all ages.

South Shore Branch invites teens to participate in poetry contest

The South Shore Branch of the Chicago Public Library is inviting teens to participate in an online poetry contest this April.

Which former City West Journal area high school standouts will be in action on Friday, April 4?

These former City West Journal area high school standouts will be in action on Friday, April 4.

2024 Parolees Recap: Who was paroled in ZIP Code 60622?

In 2024, 11 offenders were released on parole and now reside in Illinois ZIP Code 60622, according to the Illinois Department of Corrections.

Weekly high school sports recap: week starting March 23

Scores from high school matches games during the week starting March 23.

AJ Garcia, former DePaul College Prep standout, played on Sunday, March 30 in NCAA Division I baseball game

The Michigan Wolverines won 6-5 in their NCAA Division I baseball game against the Penn State Nittany Lions on Sunday, March 30.

Luke Oblen, former DePaul College Prep standout, played on Saturday, March 29 in NCAA Division I baseball game

The Appalachian State Mountaineers lost 7-6 in their NCAA Division I baseball game against the Old Dominion Monarchs on Saturday, March 29.

Saturday, March 29: DePaul College Prep standout Dylan Kaminski’s college team wins to Missouri S&T Miners

The Indianapolis Greyhounds won 6-4 in their NCAA Division II baseball game against the Missouri S&T Miners on Saturday, March 29.

Stowe Elementary School has 45.6% chronic truancy rate during 2023-24 school year

The chronic truancy rate at Stowe Elementary School rose to 45.6% during the 2023-24 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Crime Recap: Parolees near Illinois ZIP Code 60624 convicted of financial crimes or fraud in 2023

During 2023, one offender charged with a financial crime or fraud was released on parole near Illinois ZIP Code 60624, according to the Illinois Department of Corrections.