City West Journal

There were 71 incidents of students being suspended in Piccolo Elementary Specialty School just during the 2023-24 school year, according to the Illinois Report Card.

Every September, Baby Safety Month highlights the importance of protecting infants from preventable injuries.

There were 62 incidents of students being suspended in Westinghouse High School just during the 2023-24 school year, according to the Illinois Report Card.

Brenda, a member of the McGaw YMCA for about a year, has participated in various fitness challenges and activities offered by the organization.

Across several United Church of Christ (UCC) congregations in the United States, ukelele groups are fostering a sense of community through music.

The Porch Talks for a Beloved Community speaker series was held in Shaker Heights, Ohio, on August 23, marking its 60th anniversary.

The Chicago Public Library is inviting the public to participate in a new LEGO exhibit that aims to showcase the city’s history and culture through creative brick designs.

Chicago Public Library will increase its social service partnerships at the Harold Washington Library Center this fall.

A new self-guided walking tour in Lincoln Park explores the history of the Young Lords, a group featured in this year's One Book, One Chicago selection, Olga Dies Dreaming by Xochitl Gonzalez.

In early August, southeastern Wisconsin experienced its worst flash flooding since 2008, with rainfall reaching one to two inches per hour.

The Chicago Public Library will present an exhibit titled "Local Legends: African American Steelworkers of the Calumet Region" at its Douglass, Lincoln Park, and Pullman branches from September 2 to November 30, 2025.

The DePaul Art Museum is presenting an exhibition titled "Tengo Lincoln Park en mi Corazón: Young Lords in Chicago," which examines the history and activism of the Young Lords Organization (YLO) in the Lincoln Park neighborhood.

The Chicago Architecture Biennial will host an exhibition titled "Melting Solids" at the Stony Island Arts Bank from September 19 through November 30, 2025.

There were 23 incidents of students being suspended in KIPP Chicago Charter School - KIPP One Academy during the 2023-24 school year, according to the Illinois Report Card.

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

There were 22 incidents of students being suspended in Chicago High School for The Arts during the 2023-24 school year, according to the Illinois Report Card.

In the current political climate, citizens are increasingly challenged to find reliable information necessary for making informed decisions about issues and candidates.

There were 18 incidents of students being suspended in Nobel Elementary School during the 2023-24 school year, according to the Illinois Report Card.

In June, Northlight Theatre's Artistic Director BJ Jones participated in the Theater Forward podcast, where he discussed developments in the Chicago theater scene.

On Saturday, Sept. 13, these former City West Journal area high school stars will be competing.