Community News
Crown Point Residents Urged to Support Animal Rescue Amid Zoning Dispute
A nonprofit animal rescue, New Leash on Life, is appealing to Crown Point residents for support following a setback at the city’s Board of Zoning Appeals meeting. On August 24, board members voted unanimously against
Orland Park Residents Explore Future of Performing Arts Center
About 40 residents of Orland Park attended a community engagement session organized by the village on Wednesday. The aim was to gather opinions on Centennial Park West and the potential for a performing arts center.
Community Aid Effort Following Northwest Indiana Derecho Storm
Over 70 volunteers from various organizations gathered Wednesday afternoon at Haven Hollow Park in Portage Township. They prepared to distribute essential items like tarps, bottled water, flashlights, charcoal, diapers, hygiene products, toys, children’s books, hot
UMMA’s Journey: Empowering the Waukegan Community Through Education and Resources
Ashfaq Mohiuddin, a Gurnee area native, believed early on that education was key to achieving a productive life with a living wage. Over 20 years ago, he began volunteering as a teacher for General Educational
Divorce Adds Financial Strain on Family Travel
Following their divorce, a mother becomes increasingly reliant on her children to support her travel costs. This places pressure on the family’s finances. The separation between the letter writer’s mother and stepfather occurred in their
Community Updates: Zoo Leopards, Photo Contests, Concerts, and Student Achievements
Endangered Leopards at Brookfield Zoo Celebrate Milestone Two Amur leopards at Brookfield Zoo in Chicago recently celebrated their first birthday. Known as Lacy and Sady, these leopards are part of a critically endangered species, with
Aurora Community Back to School Bash Supports Local Families
Shawntaya Dell from Aurora, a mother of three, appreciates the support in getting school supplies for her children. She noted the significance of such help at the annual Aurora Community Back to School Bash, held
Volunteers Respond to Storm Challenges in Valparaiso
Thursday evening brought rain once again, and a portion of Valparaiso remained in darkness without power due to storms earlier in the week. Despite the weather, Nana Clare’s Kitchen on the city’s north side was
Community Initiative Tackles Gun Violence and Promotes Safety in Aurora
An initiative aimed at reducing gun violence, fostering community connections, and enhancing neighborhood wellness was highlighted during an event at the Bardwell Residences, Aurora. The four-hour event, named Lighting the Way to a Safer Aurora,
Back-2-School Summer Jam Provides Free Supplies and Services for Chicago Families
As families entered a West Side warehouse on Saturday, Jacob Williams watched as his hair was trimmed. Jacob, a rising seventh-grader, was thrilled when he saw the barber chairs. His mother, equally delighted, was pleased