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Memorial services for influential figures of the United Church of Christ announced

The United Church of Christ this Easter season is paying tribute to two of its distinguished members, the Rev. Dr. Joan Brown Campbell and the Rev. Dr. Stuart Campbell Haskins, Jr.

Chicago Public Schools launches annual RE·VER·BER·ATE arts festival for students

The Chicago Public Schools (CPS) have commenced their annual free arts festival, RE·VER·BER·ATE, showcasing the talents of over 1,400 students from pre-kindergarten to 12th grade.

UCC to host Earth Day Summit with Katharine Hayhoe as keynote speaker

The United Church of Christ (UCC) will hold its 2025 Earth Day Summit on Saturday, April 26, at 2 p.m. Eastern time.

Laura S. Ward Elementary School: How many students met or exceeded expectations in mathematics in 2023-24 school year?

In the 2023-24 school year, 0.6% of Laura S. Ward Elementary School students passed the mathematics portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Which former City West Journal area high school standouts will be in action on Friday, April 25?

These former City West Journal area high school standouts will be in action on Friday, April 25.

Crime Recap: Parolees near Illinois ZIP Code 60612 convicted of public safety violations in 2024

During 2024, one offender charged with a public safety violation was released on parole near Illinois ZIP Code 60612, according to the Illinois Department of Corrections.

Weekly high school sports recap: week starting April 13

Scores from high school matches games during the week starting April 13.

Northerly Island Visitor Center reopens after November 2023 fire restoration

The Chicago Park District has announced the reopening of the Northerly Island Visitor Center at 1521 S. Linn White Dr. The center is now open to the public following a comprehensive restoration project.

Cook County acknowledges April as Second Chance Month

This April, the Cook County Board of Commissioners officially acknowledged Second Chance Month, spotlighting the challenges that people face when reintegrating into society after incarceration.

UCC releases statement mourning Pope Francis' passing

The United Church of Christ (UCC) has expressed its condolences in the wake of the death of Pope Francis.

Did Laura S. Ward Elementary School students succeed or fail in their 2023-24 school year ELA tests?

In the 2023-24 school year, 6.7% of Laura S. Ward Elementary School students passed the ELA portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Crime Recap: Parolees near Illinois ZIP Code 60651 convicted of homicide in 2024

During 2024, five offenders charged with homicide were released on parole near Illinois ZIP Code 60651, according to the Illinois Department of Corrections.

Friends of Westinghouse announces its 10th annual fundraiser

Friends of Westinghouse is organizing its 10th annual fundraiser to support student programs at George Westinghouse College Prep.

Which former City West Journal area high school standouts will be in action on Wednesday, April 23?

This former City West Journal area high school standout will be in action on Wednesday, April 23.

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

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

Crime Recap: Parolees near Illinois ZIP Code 60639 convicted of crimes involving weapons in 2024

During 2024, 30 offenders charged with crimes involving weapons were released on parole near Illinois ZIP Code 60639, according to the Illinois Department of Corrections.

12.4% of KIPP Chicago Charter School - KIPP One Academy students meet or exceed mathematics IAR expectations on tests in 2023-24 school year

In the 2023-24 school year, 12.4% of KIPP Chicago Charter School - KIPP One Academy students passed the mathematics portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Which former City West Journal area high school standouts will be in action on Tuesday, April 22?

These former City West Journal area high school standouts will be in action on Tuesday, April 22.

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

During 2024, one offender charged with a sex crime was released on parole near Illinois ZIP Code 60612, according to the Illinois Department of Corrections.