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Cartwright’s message for writing the book is, “There is nothing you are not capable of doing if you are willing to put the time and effort in. I was taught that.” #book

He is the son of the late Chicago political powerhouse Dr. Erwin A. France, who served multiple Chicago Mayors and government, dating back to the 1960’s. Dr. France spent nearly 20 years as a public servant before entering into private enterprise. #candidacy

Having lived in the heart of Chicago’s Southside, Regis is no stranger to the struggles working families face, from rising housing costs to safety concerns and a lack of access to sustainable, good-paying jobs. #campaign

State Senator Peters announced his candidacy for the 2nd Congressional District on Tuesday, after incumbent Rep. Robin Kelly launched her campaign for U.S. Senate. #endorsement

Peters, a South Side native, was a community organizer before becoming a state senator, where he has led efforts for criminal justice reform and workers’ rights. #campaign

Price growth in the Chicago housing market is now running twice as high as the national average, with Crain’s monthly real estate data roundup showing rising costs across much of the area have been in effect since last summer as interest rates have continued to remain high. #prices

A federal jury last year convicted Williams, 48, of Chicago, and co-defendant TAI HON LA, 35, of Beach Park, Ill., of participating in the kidnapping conspiracy and other related charges. #sentenced

“This exhibit is about dismantling the false narratives that harm families impacted by incarceration, and the dignity, humanity and love that keep them together,” said Deanne Benos, Executive Director & Co-Founder of the Women’s Justice Institute. #women

Each year, students, school families, colleagues, and CPS staff submit nominations for the nurses they feel have gone above and beyond in their care of students. #nurses

Crawford Measure Studying Effects of COVID-19 on Chronic Absenteeism Heads to House Floor (Springfield, IL) – State Rep. Mike Crawford, D-Chicago, passed a measure...