Celebrating the Life of Dr. Yvonne Lee-Wilson
Apostle Dr. Yvonne Lee-Wilson dedicated years of her life to serving her community. Her hard work has touched the lives ...
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Chicago to Lift Mask and Proof-of-Vaccine Mandates Except for Schools
The Chicago mask and proof-of-vaccination mandates are set to end next week except for public school students, teachers, and employees. ...
No Grocery Store Options for West Garfield Park
West Garfield Park's last grocery store has been closed down — temporarily — until it "meets the health code and ...
St. Patrick’s Day Parades Return to Chicago Streets
Chicago's Irish community is preparing to paint the city green in March as all three annual historic St. Patrick's Day ...
Laquan McDonald’s Murderer Leaves Prison
Former Chicago police officer Jason Van Dyke was released from prison after serving less than half of his sentence. He ...
LEGO Convention Set to Hit Maine for First Time
Calling all LEGO lovers. The BrickUniverse LEGO Fan Convention will be held at Maine's Portland Expo Center on April 30 ...
Sam Lay Chicago Blues Drummer Dies
Chicago blues drummer and vocalist, Sam Lay, has passed away at the age of 86. He played with musicians such ...
Photojournalist Steve Schapiro Dies in Chicago Home
Photojournalist and social documentarian, Steve Schapiro, has passed away at the age of 87. His wife, Maura Smith, said the ...
Chicago Honors MLK With Basketball Event
The Chicago organization "Hoop Hard or Get Off the Court" held a basketball tournament in honor of the late Dr. ...
Chicago Children’s TV Legend Bill Jackson Dies at 86
Chicagoans are mourning the death of children's TV legend Bill Jackson. He is known for such classics as "Cartoon Town," ...
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