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News from October 2025
These ex-City West Journal area high school standouts will participate in competitions on Saturday, Oct. 18.

President Preckwinkle signs order banning use of county property for ICE civil enforcement

Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle has signed Executive Order #2025-1, which bans the use of county-owned property, resources, and personnel for civil immigration enforcement activities.

Who are the former City West Journal high school standouts competing in the week of Monday, Oct. 20?

The week of Monday, Oct. 20 will see these former City West Journal area high school standouts in action.

Chicago Public Schools opens ADA-accessible garden at Southside Occupational Academy

A new fully ADA-accessible garden has opened at Southside Occupational Academy, a Chicago Public Schools (CPS) transition center serving students with disabilities aged 18 to 22.

Chicago Public Library branches host family art program with Art Institute partnership

Families in Chicago have a new opportunity to make art together at their local libraries.

Chicago Public Library promotes early literacy through Every Child Ready to Read initiative

Chicago Public Library (CPL) is promoting early literacy through its programs for young children, which are based on the national Every Child Ready to Read initiative.

Chicago Public Library promotes activities for preschoolers and caregivers at neighborhood branches

Chicago Public Library is encouraging families with preschool-aged children to visit their local branches.

Harold Washington Library hosts crafts before Arts in the Dark Parade

On October 18, 2025, the Harold Washington Library Center will host a pre-parade event ahead of the Arts in the Dark Parade.

Filipino art exhibit opens at Harold Washington Library Center for Heritage Month

A new art exhibition titled The Halo Halo Project opened on October 2 at the Harold Washington Library Center to mark Filipino Heritage Month.

Chicago Public Library invites families with babies for story times and early literacy activities

Chicago Public Library encourages families to visit its branches with their babies, highlighting the library as a welcoming space for young children and their caregivers.

Chicago Public Schools highlights nutrition initiatives during National School Lunch Week

Chicago Public Schools (CPS) will observe National School Lunch Week from October 13 to 17, focusing on the district's efforts to provide free and nutritious meals for students.

Closing ceremony announced for Above & Beyond Vietnam War memorial exhibit

The closing ceremony for the "Above & Beyond" exhibition will take place on Saturday, November 1, 2025, from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM at the Harold Washington Library Center.

Mcgaw YMCA highlights resident program manager Eric's dedication

Eric has been part of the Mcgaw YMCA staff for 16 years, working in several areas including Membership & Programs and Fitness.

Global Ministries launches Congo Week focusing on humanitarian crisis

Global Ministries, a partnership between the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) and the United Church of Christ, will focus attention on the ongoing humanitarian crisis in the Democratic Republic of Congo during its annual Congo Week from...

U.S. government faces new shutdown amid rising political tensions

The United States government has entered another shutdown, marking the twenty-first closure since 1976.

Chicago Public Library hosts virtual discussion on menopause awareness

A virtual discussion about menopause will be held on October 21, 2025, in collaboration with the Chicago Women's Health Center.

Orr Academy High School plans themed activities for Homecoming Spirit Week in October

Orr Academy High School in Chicago is preparing for its annual Spirit Week, scheduled for October 6–10, 2025.

coverage area announces family and kids event for Oct. 19-25

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

Cook County names Suzanne Malec-McKenna as new environment department director

Suzanne Malec-McKenna, Ph.D., has been appointed as the new director of the Cook County Department of Environment and Sustainability (DES), effective immediately.