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It’s difficult if not impossible to determine which Illinois colleges and universities are complying with a state law that’s supposed to make school campuses safer. Under Illinois’ Campus Security Enhancement Act of 2008 — passed in the wake of the Virginia Tech and Northern Illinois University shootings – nearly 200 higher education institutions must...
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Northwest Mental Health Clinic will close next year along with five other city-run facilities across Chicago, leaving therapists worried about what will happen to their Spanish-speaking patients. “I think this is a big loss to the community,” said Ava Navarro, clinical therapist at the Logan Square clinic. “We’ve been here a long time.” The Latino...
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An atrium outside Family Focus Lawndale’s Homan Square office is decorated with large, brightly colored pedestals adorned by children’s artwork. Young people from the Lawndale neighborhood made and decorated these pedestals at a summer camp this past June and July. Visitors to the office sit on the pedestals and rest while waiting for services....
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Lots of people have heard of poetry slams — but what about a portrait slam? The Chicago Cultural Center hosted Portrait Slam! last weekend to showcase the talents of artists with disabilities. Customers could buy portraits for as little as $20 in the slam, which was organized by Project Onward. “I can almost promise...
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The Chicago Instructional Technology Foundation (CITF) and Chicago Filmmakers are pleased to announce the creation of the “Chicago Digital Media Production Fund,” a grants program that will offer significant and much-needed support to Chicago area film and video makers. The fund is a new project of the Chicago Instructional Technology Foundation and will be administered by...
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Citizen reporter Shani Smith reports on Take Back the Capitol was a national call to action, which invited people from across the US to take a stand against economic inequalities.
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Neighbors despair as crime increases in the 46th Ward, particularly surrounding Hotel Chateau, at 3838 North Broadway. The single room occupancy hotel offers residency to a varied clientele including those released from prison, mental health patients and others receiving social services.
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The story of school closings and replacement schools can be seen very clearly in the graphic work in this story by Catalyst and partners. Go to the story to interact with the maps. By: Linda Lutton (WBEZ-Chicago Public Radio) and Elliot Ramos (WBEZ-Chicago Public Media) Sarah Karp / December 7, 2011 via School actions...
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“Inside the Loop: Explore the Unexpected” is offering a “kids free” holiday special on Dec. 12. Parents get to register their children for free, rather than paying the regular $18 ticket price for youth between 5 and 18. This interactive excursion weaves its way through the architectural interiors of various buildings via the underground passages...
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Scoop up farm fresh holiday gifts when you visit the Logan Square Indoor Farmers Market. Enjoy sipping hot chocolate and listening to live music as you browse. The Farmers Market is from 10 AM – 2 PM every Sunday at the Congress Theater at 2135 N Milwaukee Ave.
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