Humboldt Park

Humbolt Park voters turn out strong and steady

Humbolt Park voters patiently wait their turn to vote, hoping that the rest of the nation catches Democratic fever.

15 days ago | By Ian Fullerton

Soup kitchens, pantries brace for busy season

Tough economic times are likely to strain budgets at social-service organizations that provide food and shelter.

29 days ago | By Ian Fullerton

Fundraiser to aid anti-obesity program

Parents and other adults attend a fund-raiser for Organic School Project, which teaches children to enjoy healthy foods and life style.

1 month ago | By Lucy McGilchrist

Court to weigh in on city schools' deseg efforts

A federal court hearing could decide the future of the Chicago public schools' 28-year integration efforts. Community members say the schools have a long way to go and are preparing formal objections.

1 month ago | By Megan Cottrell

Beat 2535 CAPS meeting

2 months ago | By Geoff Dougherty

Beat 1313 CAPS meeting

2 months ago | By Geoff Dougherty

Beat 2534 CAPS meeting

2 months ago | By Geoff Dougherty

Beat 1121 CAPS meeting

2 months ago | By Geoff Dougherty

Beat 1311 CAPS meeting

2 months ago | By Geoff Dougherty

Board of Ed to vote on $5.1 billion budget

The CPS budget calls for spending $100 million in reserve funds to avoid tax increases. The district will dedicate $18 million for a high school transformation program.

2 months ago | By Paul D. Bowker

Beat 2534 CAPS meeting

2 months ago | By Geoff Dougherty

Beat 1421 CAPS meeting

2 months ago | By Geoff Dougherty

Beat 1311 CAPS meeting

2 months ago | By Geoff Dougherty

Daily News and Brews

3 months ago | By Frank Edwards

College program reaches out to low-income adults

The Odyssey Program, run by the Illinois Humanities Council, focuses on literature, philosophy, critical writing and thinking. For Chicagoans like Everlidys Cabrera, it's the only chance for a college degree.

3 months ago | By Paul D. Bowker
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