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“Our teachers are ready, our classrooms are ready, and the entire city is behind our scholars every step of the way.” #students

The fireside chat, set for Thursday, Aug. 21, from 8 to 9 p.m. at Preston Bradley Hall in the Chicago Cultural Center, will give audiences a close-up look at the Grammy-nominated musician, songwriter, and producer whose influence has spanned jazz, R&B, pop, and beyond. #music

This year’s reassessment saw the total value of residential properties in the township climb more than 30% over 2024. Steele said the session aims to make the appeals process easier to navigate. #propertytaxes

The event begins at 2:30 p.m. and will feature free grocery giveaways provided by The Kindness Campaign, hot meals from Chicago’s Chicken and Waffles, and community support from Illinois House Majority Leader Kam Buckner. #anti-violence

Each scene repeats with subtle — or sometimes dramatic — changes, showing how a single choice or phrase can alter the trajectory of a life. #theater

Senate Bill 2040 passed both chambers of the Illinois General Assembly unanimously and was signed into law by Gov. J.B. Pritzker on Aug. 1. #towing

“The most critical stage for foundational learning is from birth to age five, and that’s why City Colleges of Chicago is deeply committed to supporting the next generation of early childhood educators,” said Chancellor Juan Salgado. #scholarship

The expansion, scheduled to begin construction this fall, will increase AbbVie’s footprint in Illinois, where the company is headquartered and employs more than 11,000 people. #investment

The “Most Favored Nation” (MFN) pricing model would tie U.S. drug prices to those in foreign countries with different healthcare systems. #healthcare

The celebration will feature backpacks, dental hygiene kits, and a giveaway of 5,000 culturally relevant books. #school