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Chicago Alders, Community Leaders Warn Video Gambling Terminals Could Bring Crime Concerns to Neighborhoods

Critics point to recent incidents in Oak Lawn and other south suburban communities where businesses with video gambling terminals have been targeted by burglars seeking cash stored inside the machines. #gambling #crime #chicago

Monica Gordon Backs Cook County Efforts to Protect Election Workers, Expand Voter Access

The ordinance seeks to address concerns about harassment, intimidation and the disclosure of personal information involving election workers while promoting greater public participation in the democratic process. #cookcounty #election #vote

Congressman calls out Chicago schools’ academic woes

“Is a 77% failure rate in reading ok? A 76% failure rate in math and 88% of our Black students not being able to read, is that ok Dr. King? Is that success or failure?” Burgess asked. #congress #cps #centersquare

Civic Federation Honors Sean Garrett, EY at 2026 Annual Civic Awards

Garrett was recognized for his efforts to bring together community organizations, businesses, philanthropic partners and government agencies to expand opportunities and improve neighborhoods throughout the Chicago region. #award #civicfederation #seangarrett

City Colleges to Honor More Than 600 Illinois High School Diploma Earners

The event will bring together graduates, families, supporters, City Colleges leadership and city officials to recognize students who completed their diplomas while balancing work, family responsibilities and other life challenges. #citycolleges #highschool #diplomas

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Joliet Junior College is Not Meeting Minority Participation Goals, Illinois House to Hold Subject Matter Hearing

Most are reporting less than 5% minority spend. #college #university #contracting

Chicago Alders, Community Leaders Warn Video Gambling Terminals Could Bring Crime Concerns to Neighborhoods

Critics point to recent incidents in Oak Lawn and other south suburban communities where businesses with video gambling terminals have been targeted by burglars seeking cash stored inside the machines. #gambling #crime #chicago

Monica Gordon Backs Cook County Efforts to Protect Election Workers, Expand Voter Access

The ordinance seeks to address concerns about harassment, intimidation and the disclosure of personal information involving election workers while promoting greater public participation in the democratic process. #cookcounty #election #vote

Former Chicago Bear to Host Illinois’ First Liberty Pastors Training Camp in Oak Brook

According to organizers, the event is designed to help pastors and church leaders examine how biblical principles apply to a wide range of issues, including education, government, economics, national security, parenting, race relations and religious liberty. #pastors #oakbrook #trainingcamp

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