chicagoland news

Student results on the 2024 Illinois Assessment of Readiness test compared to 2019 mark both a recovery from the learning disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and real reading and math growth from before the public health crisis that began in 2020. #learning

The Reverend also highlighted the troubling trend of young people being incarcerated, only to be released back onto the streets without any significant change in their circumstances. #socialjustice

Illinois is home to 16 casinos, 15 approved sportsbooks and a network of more than 8,700 licensed video gaming establishments. #licenced

Patrael Williams was last seen in the 800 block of Greenwood Avenue in Ford Heights on Monday, Dec. 9. #missing

DePaul’s business students and faculty will lend their expertise and deliver solutions for small businesses and actionable recommendations for community growth. #smallbusiness

“I am extremely proud of the members of our Outreach team, who work hard every day to make sure that homeowners understand how their assessments and property taxes work,” said Cook County Assessor Fritz Kaegi. #homes

The Unsewered Communities Planning Grant Program (UCPGP) provides grant funding to develop a plan that will address problems associated with the collection and treatment of wastewater in an unsewered community. #sewer

This groundbreaking program aims to bring neighbors together on a digital platform, fostering a deeper sense of connection and collaboration among residents. #hazelcrest

Amid a backdrop where the city is facing a mounting budget crisis that could lead to its first shutdown in history if a new spending plan is not approved by the end of the year, Johnson recently held a news conference touting Mapp’s formal installation as program director. #re-entry

“Seeing our school communities create thoughtful and inclusive holiday celebrations is a testament to the social-emotional learning taking place at CPS,” said CPS CEO Pedro Martinez. #cps