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News from 2025
The Chicago Board of Education has appointed Sydney J. Morris as the new Chief Schools Officer for Chicago Public Schools (CPS), with her tenure set to begin in May 2025.

Crime Recap: Parolees near Illinois ZIP Code 60639 convicted of sex crimes in 2023

During 2023, four offenders charged with sex crimes were released on parole near Illinois ZIP Code 60639, according to the Illinois Department of Corrections.

Crime Recap: Parolees near Illinois ZIP Code 60647 convicted of drug crimes in 2024

During 2024, one offender charged with a crime involving drugs was released on parole near Illinois ZIP Code 60647, according to the Illinois Department of Corrections.

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

This former City West Journal area high school standout will be in action on Tuesday, April 29.

Did Nobel Elementary School students succeed or fail in their 2023-24 school year mathematics tests?

In the 2023-24 school year, 7.9% of Nobel Elementary School students passed the mathematics portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Cook County employees join Rebuilding Together to repair Maywood homes

President Toni Preckwinkle, alongside First District Commissioner Tara Stamps and Maywood Mayor Nathaniel Booker, visited two homes in Maywood, a suburb of Chicago, that were refurbished by volunteers from Cook County in collaboration with...

Chicago Park District promotes wellness with May in motion initiative

The Chicago Park District is launching the second year of its "May in Motion" initiative to promote wellness and health activities in the city's parks throughout May.

Crime Recap: Parolees near Illinois ZIP Code 60639 convicted of property crimes in 2023

During 2023, 18 offenders charged with property crimes were released on parole near Illinois ZIP Code 60639, according to the Illinois Department of Corrections.

Crime Recap: Parolees near Illinois ZIP Code 60612 convicted of crimes against justice in 2024

During 2024, two offenders charged with crimes against justice were released on parole near Illinois ZIP Code 60612, according to the Illinois Department of Corrections.

H-1B approvals for ZIP Code 60612's Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services employers during 2024

Of the seven H-1B petitions filed by employers classified under the Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services industry located in ZIP Code 60612, six were approved in 2024, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

Revere Park unveils new tennis and pickleball courts with $400,000 investment

Today, the Chicago Park District hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony at Revere Park, unveiling four new tennis courts and two pickleball courts.

Crime Recap: Parolees near Illinois ZIP Code 60612 convicted of crimes involving weapons in 2024

During 2024, 35 offenders charged with crimes involving weapons were released on parole near Illinois ZIP Code 60612, according to the Illinois Department of Corrections.

Which former City West Journal area high school standouts will be in action on Thursday, May 1?

This former City West Journal area high school standout will be in action on Thursday, May 1.

Did Stowe Elementary School students succeed or fail in their 2023-24 school year ELA tests?

In the 2023-24 school year, 11.2% of Stowe Elementary School students passed the ELA portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Devon Morales appointed CPS executive director of sports administration

Chicago Public Schools (CPS) has chosen Devon Morales, Sr. as the Executive Director of the Office of Sports Administration. Mr. Morales, who was the principal of Roberto Clemente Community Academy, brings a wealth of experience to this role.

UCC partners for climate justice at 2025 Earth Summit

The United Church of Christ's (UCC) Earth Summit took place virtually on April 26, 2025, facilitated by Environmental Justice Minister Brooks Berndt.

Exhibit explores African American contributions to Chicago's steel industry

A new exhibit titled "Local Legends: African American Steelworkers of the Calumet Region" will be showcased at three Chicago public library branches—Avalon, Vodak-East Side, and Woodson Regional—from May 1 to August 31, 2025.

H-1B approvals for ZIP Code 60612's Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation employers during 2024

Both H-1B petitions filed by employers classified under the Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation industry located in ZIP Code 60612, were approved in 2024, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

Crime Recap: Parolees near Illinois ZIP Code 60624 convicted of homicide in 2024

During 2024, five offenders charged with homicide were released on parole near Illinois ZIP Code 60624, according to the Illinois Department of Corrections.

Weekly high school sports recap: week starting April 20

Scores from high school matches games during the week starting April 20.