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News from April 2025
During 2024, 30 offenders charged with crimes involving weapons were released on parole near Illinois ZIP Code 60639, according to the Illinois Department of Corrections.

Crime Recap: Parolees near Illinois ZIP Code 60639 convicted of crimes against persons in 2023

During 2023, four offenders charged with crimes against persons were released on parole near Illinois ZIP Code 60639, according to the Illinois Department of Corrections.

Friends of Westinghouse announces its 10th annual fundraiser

Friends of Westinghouse is organizing its 10th annual fundraiser to support student programs at George Westinghouse College Prep.

Crime Recap: Parolees near Illinois ZIP Code 60651 convicted of homicide in 2024

During 2024, five offenders charged with homicide were released on parole near Illinois ZIP Code 60651, according to the Illinois Department of Corrections.

Did Laura S. Ward Elementary School students succeed or fail in their 2023-24 school year ELA tests?

In the 2023-24 school year, 6.7% of Laura S. Ward Elementary School students passed the ELA portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

UCC releases statement mourning Pope Francis' passing

The United Church of Christ (UCC) has expressed its condolences in the wake of the death of Pope Francis.

Cook County acknowledges April as Second Chance Month

This April, the Cook County Board of Commissioners officially acknowledged Second Chance Month, spotlighting the challenges that people face when reintegrating into society after incarceration.

Northerly Island Visitor Center reopens after November 2023 fire restoration

The Chicago Park District has announced the reopening of the Northerly Island Visitor Center at 1521 S. Linn White Dr. The center is now open to the public following a comprehensive restoration project.

Crime Recap: Parolees near Illinois ZIP Code 60612 convicted of public safety violations in 2024

During 2024, one offender charged with a public safety violation was released on parole near Illinois ZIP Code 60612, according to the Illinois Department of Corrections.

Laura S. Ward Elementary School: How many students met or exceeded expectations in mathematics in 2023-24 school year?

In the 2023-24 school year, 0.6% of Laura S. Ward Elementary School students passed the mathematics portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

UCC to host Earth Day Summit with Katharine Hayhoe as keynote speaker

The United Church of Christ (UCC) will hold its 2025 Earth Day Summit on Saturday, April 26, at 2 p.m. Eastern time.

Chicago Public Schools launches annual RE·VER·BER·ATE arts festival for students

The Chicago Public Schools (CPS) have commenced their annual free arts festival, RE·VER·BER·ATE, showcasing the talents of over 1,400 students from pre-kindergarten to 12th grade.

Memorial services for influential figures of the United Church of Christ announced

The United Church of Christ this Easter season is paying tribute to two of its distinguished members, the Rev. Dr. Joan Brown Campbell and the Rev. Dr. Stuart Campbell Haskins, Jr.

Chicago schools partnership launches roadmap 2.0 for seamless college transition

Chicago Public Schools (CPS), City Colleges of Chicago (CCC), and the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) have announced the expansion of their higher education partnership with the introduction of "Chicago Roadmap 2.0."

Trump administration's 2025 immigration and military policies face comparisons to Vichy France

In the 1940s, France, under the Vichy regime, enacted measures targeting Jewish citizens, including police censuses and legislation to restrict their rights and participation in society.

United Church of Christ emphasizes just peace amid misinformation challenges

“…And also with you” are words exchanged during Sunday worship services and other occasions within congregations where peace is passed or shared as part of the liturgy.

How many H-1B petitions made by ZIP Code 60612 employers classified under the Educational Services industry were approved during 2024?

In 2024, 100% of H-1B petitions filed by Educational Services industry employers in ZIP Code 60612, were approved, according to data from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

Crime Recap: Parolees near Illinois ZIP Code 60651 convicted of crimes against justice in 2024

During 2024, two offenders charged with crimes against justice were released on parole near Illinois ZIP Code 60651, according to the Illinois Department of Corrections.

West Park Elementary Academy: How many students met or exceeded expectations in ELA in 2023-24 school year?

In the 2023-24 school year, 31.4% of West Park Elementary Academy students passed the ELA portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.