As Nation Turns its Eyes to Youth, Chicago Students Show They’re Ready to Lead
350 teen problem-solvers from 60 schools will gather to present solutions to Chicago’s toughest issues at Mikva’s Action Civics Showcase...
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State Rep. Harper CPS Measure That Helps Avoid South Side School Closures Passes House
SPRINGFIELD, IL – Fighting to prevent future school closures on the South Side without proper warning, Illinois state Rep. Sonya...
Applications Now Available for Minority Entrepreneurship Program
The Rauner Administration program will be held in the Quad Cities, Champaign and South Chicago regions CHICAGO, IL – The...
City Colleges of Chicago Faculty Call for a “Vote of No Confidence” for Olive-Harvey President for Lack of Credentials
City Colleges of Chicago Faculty Criticize Chancellor Suspension of Presidential Job Search; Call for “Vote of No Confidence” for Olive-Harvey...
DC to Host the Largest Black Business Conference
Power Networking Conference, the largest continuous held event for black executives, professionals and entrepreneurs, to be held July 5-7 The...
State Rep. Welch Bill Allows Universities to Establish Bridge Program for Underrepresented Students
HILLSIDE, IL – Illinois State Rep. Emanuel “Chris” Welch, D-Hillside, is seeking to expand university opportunities to historically underrepresented students...
Madigan, House Democrats Call for Fair Tax that Eases the Burden on the Middle Class
SPRINGFIELD, IL – Illinois House Speaker Michael J. Madigan, House Democrats and advocates for the middle class are calling out...
Mayoral Ally Moves to Privatize Substitute Teachers
Senate President Cullerton fast-tracks privatization bill, stalls legislation to restore CTU right to bargain on issues that include class...
Parents, Teachers to Slam Failures of Mayor’s Appointed Board
Filthy schools, shuttered schools’ sale to private school operators, special education scandal among issues advocates say underscore need for accountable,...
Illinois Recognized as Top Tech Employer and for Achievement of Technology Enhancements
SPRINGFIELD, IL – It’s Information Technology Month and the Illinois Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) is highlighting the state’s...
