As education systems across the country seek more effective, research-driven approaches to early childhood development, Laboratory (Lab) schools have emerged as a cornerstone for shaping young ...

More than 40 youth and young adults have summer jobs this year through the Forest Preserves of Cook County’s Conservation Corps programs thanks to a program expansion made possible by funding from the ...

Around 3pm Friday, Cicero police received a 911 call about an armed robbery at a business in the 5100 block of West Roosevelt Road. Multiple vehicles, with multiple suspects, reportedly approached a ...

The Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) announces the return of several beloved free traditions to Millennium Park. Chicago will come alive once again with the rhythm and ...

Amid a tightly packed schedule, Her Excellency Lianys Torres Rivera, Ambassador from Cuba to the U.S., carved out time to pay a visit to the City of Chicago and meet with Vice President for National ...

Hundreds of swimmers will dive into the waters of Lake Michigan on Saturday, August 9, for the 32nd annual Swim Across ...

World Business Chicago, in partnership with the City of Chicago and Olive-Harvey College, announces Chi Summer Workplace Tours: TDL (Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics) — a career exploration ...

A new report has concluded that ultra-processed foods are a driving force behind the obesity epidemic as well as a major cause of chronic conditions. The findings, published in the journal Nature ...

Veterans in Cook County may be entitled to significant savings on their property taxes by applying for exemptions with the Cook County Assessor’s Office. There are multiple exemptions available for ...

As Chicagoans and visitors fill their summer calendars with places to explore, Garfield Park Conservatory and Gardens, 300 N. Central Park Ave., is a must-add to the list. Known as a beloved winter ...

Director Heidi Mueller, legislators, DCFS staff, caregivers and students gathered to celebrate this year’s scholarship ...

Governor JB Pritzker joined the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (Illinois EPA) to announced seven grant awards totaling more than $13 million for 46 new all-electric school buses. The funding ...