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News from September 2025
A community event aimed at informing families about their rights will take place on Tuesday, September 9, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. The session will be conducted in Spanish and is organized in response to recent developments affecting local...

Cook County launches free CannaBiz Pathways program for local cannabis entrepreneurs

Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle has announced the launch of Cook County CannaBiz Pathways, a free program designed to support entrepreneurs in the cannabis industry.

Alexander Joves named executive director of Cook County emergency management

Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle has appointed Alexander Joves as the new executive director of the Department of Emergency Management and Regional Security (EMRS).

Family and kids event this week in coverage area: Sept. 21-27

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

Parolees Recap: Who was paroled in Illinois ZIP Code 60651 during Q2?

In the second quarter of 2025, 30 offenders were released on parole and now reside in Illinois ZIP Code 60651, according to the Illinois Department of Corrections.

Chicago Public Library features Obama's top reads ahead of new branch opening

Chicago Public Library (CPL) is preparing to open a new branch at the Obama Presidential Center next year.

Which City West Journal area high school graduates are scheduled for action on Saturday, Sept. 27?

These former City West Journal area high school standouts will be active on Saturday, Sept. 27.

McGaw YMCA board chair leads cross-country ride for men’s residence renovation

Mark Metz, Board Chair of the McGaw YMCA, and his wife Noreen Edwards are currently undertaking a cross-country bicycle ride to raise awareness and support for the McGaw YMCA Men’s Residence housing program and its upcoming renovation.

Cook County launches Catalyst Grant offering $100K awards for expanding local businesses

Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle has announced the launch of the Catalyst Grant, a new program aimed at supporting established businesses in select industries within Cook County.

Which City West Journal area high school alumni will be active during the week beginning Monday, Sept. 29?

The upcoming week starting Monday, Sept. 29 will feature these former City West Journal area high school athletes.

Indiana student wins national UCC climate art contest; meets Sen. Todd Young

After being selected as the overall winner of the 2025 Climate Hope Art Contest organized by the United Church of Christ (UCC), 11-year-old Natalie Slade from Bethlehem UCC in Evansville, Indiana, traveled to Washington, D.C., accompanied by her...

UCC hosts conference on reimagining church amid social challenges

An upcoming conference will invite participants to reimagine the role of the church in addressing current social challenges.

Love of Children ministry launches resource website and opens 2026 cohort applications

The Love of Children ministry has launched a new website aimed at providing easier access to resources for children’s ministry leaders and families.

United Church of Christ joins Global Cleveland's Welcoming Week as sponsor

The United Church of Christ (UCC), based in Cleveland, Ohio, is participating as a Bronze Sponsor in Global Cleveland's Welcoming Week events.

Southern Black and Latino youth face rising HIV risks amid funding cuts

Over the past forty years, there have been advances in HIV/AIDS prevention and treatment in the United States.

Experts highlight community impact as AI-driven data centers expand across US

As artificial intelligence becomes more widespread, the construction of large data centers across the United States is raising concerns about their impact on communities and the environment.

Microsoft launches generative AI training series via LinkedIn Learning

The Chicago Public Library is promoting a new training video series on generative AI, produced by Microsoft and available through LinkedIn Learning.

Free Medicare information sessions offered at Chicago Public Library branches

Chicago Public Library is working with Medicare Teachers to provide free informational sessions about Medicare changes for 2026.

Chicago Public Library opens applications for teen internships starting in early 2026

Chicago Public Library is inviting high school students to apply for its 2026 school year internships, with applications opening on Monday, October 13 and closing on Sunday, November 2.

Chicago Public Library seeks teen interns for annual gaming convention planning

Teens in Chicago have the opportunity to apply for paid internships with the Chicago Teen Gamer’s Guild (CTGG), a group responsible for organizing Gamer’s Universe, a free gaming convention held at the Harold Washington Library Center.