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News from March 2025
United Church of Christ welcomes new staff amid organizational changes
The United Church of Christ (UCC) National Ministries has welcomed a diverse group of new staff members, each bringing unique skills and enthusiasm to their roles.

Chicago Public Schools opens applications for honorary student board member

Chicago Public Schools (CPS) has opened the application process for the honorary student member of the Board of Education for the 2025-26 school year.

High school team scores from week starting March 16

Scores from high school matches games during the week starting March 16.

Which former City West Journal area high school standouts will be in action on Friday, March 28?

These former City West Journal area high school standouts will be in action on Friday, March 28.

South African ambassador declared persona non grata by US Secretary of State

The term "persona non grata" is a Latin phrase meaning an unwelcome or unacceptable person.

Brian R. Bodager remembered for transformative leadership at Pension Boards-UCC

Brian R. Bodager, recognized as a "visionary leader" by his peers, led the Pension Boards-United Church of Christ (PBUCC) as CEO and President from 2015 until early 2025.

Rev. Karen Georgia Thompson launches vlog exploring spirituality

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Orr Spring Sports 2025 season begins with multiple activities

The Orr Spring Sports season for 2025 has commenced, featuring various sports including girls soccer, girls and boys track, boys volleyball, and softball.

UCC prepares eight resolutions for General Synod 35 discussions

The United Church of Christ (UCC) has released the final proposed resolutions for its upcoming General Synod 35, scheduled to take place in Kansas City from July 11-15.

Which former City West Journal area high school standouts will be in action on Saturday, March 29?

These former City West Journal area high school standouts will be in action on Saturday, March 29.

DePaul College Prep standout Luke Oblen’s college team won in NCAA Division I baseball game on Tuesday, March 25

The game took place at Jim and Bettie Smith Stadium.

DePaul College Prep standout AJ Garcia’s college team lost in NCAA Division I baseball game on Tuesday, March 25

The game took place at Ray Fisher Baseball Stadium.

On Tuesday, March 25, former DePaul College Prep standout Kevin O'Connor’s college team lost in an NCAA Division I baseball game

The Bellarmine Knights lost 13-0 in their NCAA Division I baseball game against the Indiana Hoosiers on Tuesday, March 25.

Dylan Kaminski, former DePaul College Prep standout, played on Tuesday, March 25 in NCAA Division II baseball game

The game took place at Greyhound Park.

2023-24 School Year: Chronic truancy rate at Piccolo Elementary Specialty School stayed flat at 53.1%

The chronic truancy rate at Piccolo Elementary Specialty School stayed flat at 53.1% during the 2023-24 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Which former City West Journal area high school standouts will be in action on Sunday, March 30?

These former City West Journal area high school standouts will be in action on Sunday, March 30.

The Black Alchemists exhibit opens at Hall Branch, showcasing transformative African American artists

The exhibit "The Black Alchemists" opened at the Hall Branch on March 20, 2025.

Which former City West Journal area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Monday, March 31?

These former City West Journal area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Monday, March 31.

Exhibit on housing crisis at Harold Washington Library until June 2025

The exhibit "Evicted: A Closer Look at America's Housing Struggles and Crisis" is currently open at the Harold Washington Library Center in Chicago.

Crime Recap: Parolees near Illinois ZIP Code 60624 convicted of crimes involving weapons in 2023

During 2023, 71 offenders charged with crimes involving weapons were released on parole near Illinois ZIP Code 60624, according to the Illinois Department of Corrections.