As concerns over deportation rise in many immigrant communities, a local union has found a unique way to spread an educational message.
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Music Education Class Sets the Tone for Bright Futures
Jun 5, 2017 | Maya Miller
Can the violin lower student dropout rates? A classically trained musician and a social worker think music lessons have the power to inspire change.
Hyde Park Home an Alternative to Detention for Refugees, Asylum Seekers
Jun 5, 2017 | Maya Miller
The Marie Joseph House of Hospitality for Women in Hyde Park houses 10 asylum seekers and refugees. Thanks to a unique partnership with ICE, women who would otherwise be in detention facilities live in the co-op style home.
Looking for Love? Local Experts Say ‘Get to Work’
Jun 2, 2017 | Maya Miller
In a culture where swiping left and right has become part of the dating ritual, a local clinical psychologist and her former student have some advice: get to work.
10 Things to Do This Weekend: June 1-4
Jun 1, 2017 | Maya Miller
Art fairs, comedy shows and street festivals usher in the weekend. Here are 10 things to do in and around Chicago.
Ed Paschke Exhibit Features Rare Works of ‘Mr. Chicago’
May 30, 2017 | Maya Miller
When asked to describe the late artist Ed Paschke, Vesna Stelcer, the director at the Jefferson Park art center that bears his name, chooses one word: timeless.
Rumors of Underground Railroad in Irving Park Prompt Archaeological Dig
May 30, 2017 | Maya Miller
A farmhouse built in 1856 may have ties to the Underground Railroad. This summer, the homeowners and a Lake Forest archaeologist will begin work to uncover the mystery.
Community Initiative to ‘Reclaim Southwest Chicago’ Expands
May 26, 2017 | Maya Miller
A program targeting vacant homes and crime in a 20-block section of Chicago’s Southwest Side is expanding after a four-year pilot – and a noticeable change in the neighborhood.
Chicago Tops Nation in Population Loss for Second Straight Year
May 25, 2017 | Maya Miller
For the second consecutive year, the city of Chicago experienced higher levels of population loss than any other city in the nation, according to 2016 data released Thursday by the U.S. Census Bureau.
10 Things to Do This Memorial Day Weekend
May 24, 2017 | Maya Miller
A scenic bike ride, street festivals, baseball, mole and a State Street parade usher in the long weekend. Here are 10 things to do in and around Chicago.
Plan for North Lawndale to Tackle Vacant Lots, Economic Development
May 23, 2017 | Maya Miller
How grassroots organizing is increasingly shaping the West Side community, which is looking to develop a shared vision for economic development.
Have Some Cash? Illinois.com Domain Name For Sale
May 18, 2017 | Maya Miller
Bids are expected to exceed tens of millions of dollars for the singular domain, which Chicago entrepreneur Josh Metnick put up for sale earlier this week.
Hacking the Traditional Museum Experience, One Tour at a Time
May 18, 2017 | Maya Miller
Museum Hack’s offbeat tours of the Art Institute of Chicago aim to engage the next generation of museum-goers. “Your job is fun first, education along the way,” says one tour guide.
10 Things to Do This Weekend: May 18-21
May 17, 2017 | Maya Miller
Frank Lloyd Wright homes, outdoor festivals, comfort food and a giant garage sale usher in the weekend. Here are 10 things to do in and around Chicago.
What Should Chicago Look Like in 2050?
May 16, 2017 | Maya Miller
Self-driving cars, shuttles that come to your door with the click of a button, walkable communities—these are just a few of the alternative futures residents are being asked to consider this spring and summer.
‘Robot Revolution’ Returns to Chicago
May 15, 2017 | Maya Miller
They can play blackjack, dance and climb walls. The Museum of Science and Industry brings back its interactive exhibition – with a few new additions.
Issues Facing Chicago to be ‘On the Table’ Tuesday
May 15, 2017 | Maya Miller
More than 5,000 conversations across the Chicago area are set to take place Tuesday as part of the Chicago Community Trust’s annual On the Table initiative.
Report: Cook County Short Nearly 190,000 Affordable Rental Units
May 12, 2017 | Maya Miller
Cook County's affordable housing supply has not kept up with demand, according to a report issued by the Institute for Housing Studies at DePaul University.
10 Things to Do This Weekend: May 11-14
May 11, 2017 | Maya Miller
Celebrate Mother’s Day with spring blooms, handmade designs, food trucks and more. Here are 10 things to do in and around Chicago.
State’s Office of Tourism Reports ‘Robust Growth’ in 2016
May 10, 2017 | Maya Miller
Illinois’ fiscal woes do not appear to be discouraging out-of-towners from visiting, according to figures released by the state’s Office of Tourism.
Chicago Struggling to Fill Gaps Left By Psychiatrist Shortage
May 9, 2017 | Maya Miller
A nationwide shortage of psychiatrists is being felt in Chicago, from the Department of Public Health to area medical centers and health providers.
Chicago Launches Website on Climate Change
May 8, 2017 | Maya Miller
An announcement last month from the EPA prompts Chicago to launch its own website dedicated to the science behind climate change.
Chicago Public Library Recognized for Digital Leadership
May 5, 2017 | Maya Miller
When it comes to innovation in digital learning, Chicago is getting noticed.
Chicago Residents Earned $67 Million Through Airbnb in 2016
May 4, 2017 | Maya Miller
Spare bedrooms are bringing in decent money for some Chicago residents: According to vacation rental website Airbnb, Chicago-area hosts earned an average of $4,100 in 2016.
10 Things to Do This Weekend: May 4-7
May 4, 2017 | Maya Miller
A beer tasting in Soldier Field, live music and kite-flying pros usher in the weekend. Here are 10 things to do in and around Chicago.
Nursing Home Workers Strike Averted in Final Hours
May 4, 2017 | Maya Miller
SEIU Healthcare Illinois members reached a tentative agreement on a three-year contract with the Illinois Association of Health Care Facilities late Wednesday night, avoiding a strike in which 5,000 nursing home workers across 53 Chicago-area facilities were expected to participate.