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

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.

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

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

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.

On August 16, Mission of Our Lady of the Angels held a back to school block party that provided over 750 backpacks filled with school supplies to children in the community.

Cook County officials, together with federal, state, and local partners, have begun construction on a $36.7 million roadway project along the Franklin Avenue/Green Street corridor in the Villages of Franklin Park and Bensenville.

Don't miss out on these family and kids s happening in coverage area this month.

Cook County officials have announced the launch of the Homeowner Relief Fund, a $15 million program designed to help homeowners facing significant property tax increases.

In the second quarter of 2025, 15 offenders were released on parole and now reside in Illinois ZIP Code 60639, according to the Illinois Department of Corrections.

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

This former City West Journal high school star set for games on Friday, Oct. 3.

Aunt Martha’s Health & Wellness has been selected as a Top 100 Finalist in the 24th Annual Chicago Innovation Awards.

Chicago Public Schools (CPS) has opened the GoCPS application window for the 2026-27 school year.

The ABC television network faced backlash after announcing the cancellation of “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” on September 17, citing remarks made by host Jimmy Kimmel following the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.

The quote, “Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it,” by George Santayana from his 1905 book The Life of Reason: The Phases of Human Progress, has continued to prompt reflection on how societies deal with history.

Chicago Public Schools (CPS) will participate in the 47th annual Peace Day Chicago event at Richard J. Daley Plaza, with over 1,500 students from 31 schools expected to attend.

These former City West Journal area high school standouts will be competing on Saturday, Oct. 4.

Cook County officials and health leaders marked the start of SIDS Awareness Month by releasing a five-year report on sleep-related infant deaths.