Metropolitan Water Reclamation District to participate in Worth Days Festival, August 10-12, 2012
 WORTH, IL - The Village of Worth will be hosting its annual Worth Days Festival August 10 - 12,...
Month: August 2012
From Me to You: Florida Poet urges teens and adults to journal life’s journey
 Celebrating the launch of her acclaimed new poetry book, Paula Orezi is today urging others to recognize the importance of...
Free pedestrian playground Open Streets returns to the Loop bigger and better on Saturday, Sept. 8, and makes exciting debut in Wicker Park/Bucktown on Sunday, Sept. 16
CHICAGO, IL — Chicagoland residents are invited to enjoy the return of Open Streets—Chicago’s free pedestrian playground—on Saturday, Sept. 8...
The Better Business Bureau offers tips on planning for retirement in difficult economic times
CHICAGO, IL. - During challenging economic times, it can be tempting to forgo contributions to your retirement account, or even...
Dance Center presents KOTA Yamazaki/Fluid Hug-Hug September 27-29
 Japanese choreographer collaborates with African and American dancers for New Work  CHICAGO, IL — As part of its...
More murder and madness in Chicago
By Rev. Dr. Clenard H. Childress, Jr. Nationwide (BlackNews.com) -- It was recently reported that within a one year period...
Transportation Advocates and Community Leaders salute Chicago’s expanding Cycling Network and the Loop’s First Protected Bike Lanes
CHICAGO, IL - The Active Transportation Alliance, Chicagoland’s voice for better walking, biking and transit, salutes Mayor Emanuel for expanding...
The Links, Incorporated salutes Gabrielle Douglas on winning Gold Medal in all-around gymnastics at 2012 Summer Olympics
Washington, DC (BlackNews.com) -- The Links, Incorporated extends accolades and congratulations to Gabrielle Douglas on winning the gold medal in...
Simon: Illinois River Wetlands Gain World Recognition
Hennepin, Lweistown marshes attract endangered species, international praise LEWISTOWN, IL – Illinois Lt. Governor Sheila Simon dedicated two wetlands along the...
Illinois, Iowa Senators Call on China to investigate Counterfeit ID Companies
 Templates found in production for 20 different states   WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Mark Kirk (R-Ill.), Richard...
