News from January 2023


Tinley Park High School principal on student who saved her mother's life: 'We had a great celebration for her and her family'

Reaghan Monahan, a student at Tinley Park High School, was honored by the village board for her quick thinking and life-saving actions


Owner of arts and crafts studio: 'We're always adding new things to our offerings'

During the village board meeting, Tinley Park honored two neighborhood businesses, including Mary Mucci's Arts & Crafts Studio by Mucci World, which provides painting instruction, therapy art, entertaining splash rooms for stress release, and much more. 



Son of Ramsey Lewis starts Joy Life Center to spread the faith

Pastor Bobby Lewis has been immersed in music since he was a boy. But one day he heard something that changed the course of his career and his life.



Lightfoot on Healthy Chicago 2025 initiative: 'Everyone in our city deserves the chance to live a long, healthy life'

Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot has launched the city's Healthy Chicago 2025 initiative with one goal in mind.


Pritzker on minimum-wage increase: 'We're making good on our promises and putting Illinoisans first'

On Jan. 1, the minimum wage in the state of Illinois rose from $12 an hour to $13 an hour.


Chicago Park District superintendent: 'Polar Adventure Days has become a signature winter tradition for Chicagoans'

Chicago-area residents and visitors alike can gear up for some winter fun as Polar Adventure Days – a signature winter tradition in the Windy City – offers a connection with nature and wildlife in an urban setting.


Schutt: 'Keep the coyotes on their toes so they don't know what to expect'

Tinley Park Animal Control urges residents to be aware of their surroundings as coyotes prepare for winter and their mating season.


Lightfoot on advance pension payment: 'This payment demonstrates our ongoing commitment to ensuring a prosperous Chicago'

The City of Chicago will earmark $242 million in the form of an advance pension payment to the city’s four pension funds in an effort to head off the growth of unfunded liabilities.


Carusi named Evergreen Park Employee of the Year: 'He puts his heart into every task'

The Village of Evergreen Park board of trustees recently named Gino Carusi Employee of the Year.


Chicago pastor: 'Ticketing and fines are weapons'

Joy Life Center Pastor Bobby Lewis isn’t sure there has been much progress in race relations.


Lightfoot: 'Alderman Maldonado's empathetic approach to public service has only deepened throughout his 13 years as 26th Ward alderman'

Alderman Roberto Maldonado, who represents the city’s 26th Ward, will not seek another term on the Chicago City Council, according to reports.


Malcolm X College hosts annual Kwanzaa celebration 'with an emphasis on family and community'

People from all across Chicago came to Malcolm X College for the annual Kwanzaa event, which was held for free.


Annual free speed ice skating competition runs through January

The Chicago Park District is hosting the annual Silver Skates local and free speed skating tournament at a number of venues.


Escareño: Newly approved Chicago Park District budget 'prioritizes the needs of the families and communities we serve'

The Chicago Park District is showing its commitment to Chicago families and neighborhoods with its newly approved $545.9 million budget for 2023.


Century-old mural restored at Chicago's historic Second Presbyterian Church

The ancient mural at Chicago's Second Presbyterian Church was restored after being mostly hidden from view for more than a century.




City Colleges of Chicago's Krah in Forging Forward 2022: 'The journey to success starts before a student steps foot in a classroom'

City Colleges of Chicago recently released their annual update for achievements in 2022 called Forging Forward, which includes success stories from students as well as various initiatives from last year.