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Animals at Lincoln Park Zoo adapt to snowy conditions
Chicago (February 21, 2025) – At Lincoln Park Zoo, many animals are well-adapted to the cold weather typical of Chicago winters.
Annual Run for the Zoo returns to support wildlife conservation
Chicago residents are invited to participate in the 47th annual Run for the Zoo, scheduled for Sunday, June 8.
By A. D. Nghiem | Feb 12, 2025
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Chicago Treasurer introduces new financial initiatives for Black History Month
By A. D. Bamburg | Feb 7, 2025
In celebration of Black History Month, the Office of the Chicago Treasurer is emphasizing its dedication to ensuring that residents have equal access to financial tools and resources.
Chicago City Treasurer sets goals for economic growth and pension fund challenges
By A. D. Bamburg | Feb 7, 2025
Chicago City Treasurer Melissa Conyears-Ervin is focusing on several key initiatives as she plans for 2025 and beyond.
Chicago treasurer prioritizes DEI effort for equal financial opportunities
By A. D. Bamburg | Feb 7, 2025
The Chicago Treasurer's Office is focusing on the financial development of Black residents, as reported by Black Enterprise.
Chicago man charged with felony theft after discovery of stolen shoes
By A. D. Nghiem | Feb 4, 2025
A Chicago man is facing a Class 1 Felony Theft charge after the Cook County Sheriff's Police Organized Retail Crime Unit discovered thousands of suspected stolen shoes in a West Side warehouse.
Chicago man faces charges for cemetery shooting
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 31, 2025
A 23-year-old man from Chicago has been charged with attempted murder following a shooting at St. Mary Catholic Cemetery in Evergreen Park, Cook County Sheriff Thomas J. Dart announced.
Man charged in murder and assault of woman found in forest preserve
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 21, 2025
A man from Central Illinois has been charged with First Degree Murder in connection with the 2020 death of a young woman, Cook County Sheriff Thomas J. Dart announced.
Lincoln Park Zoo welcomes emperor tamarins with breeding hopes
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 17, 2025
Lincoln Park Zoo in Chicago has welcomed two new emperor tamarins, Sal and Feta, to their habitat at the Regenstein Small Mammal-Reptile House.
Avian flu causes deaths of flamingo and seal at Lincoln Park Zoo
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 15, 2025
Testing has confirmed that highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) was the cause of death for a Chilean flamingo on January 8 and a harbor seal on January 9 at Lincoln Park Zoo.
Florida man charged after alleged retail theft spree in Chicago
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 11, 2025
A 27-year-old man from Florida faces multiple felony charges after a series of retail thefts in Chicago.
Chicago Heights man faces charges including kidnapping and hijacking
By A. D. Nghiem | Dec 23, 2024
A man from Chicago Heights has been charged with several felonies following an investigation by the Sheriff's Police, which concluded he kidnapped two people and demanded ransom for one of them.
Sheriff seeks public's help in search for missing Ford Heights teen
By A. D. Nghiem | Dec 12, 2024
Cook County Sheriff Thomas J. Dart has reached out to the public for assistance in locating a missing teenager from Ford Heights.
Five black tree monitor lizards born at Lincoln Park Zoo
By A. D. Nghiem | Dec 12, 2024
Chicago, December 12, 2024 – Lincoln Park Zoo has announced the hatching of five black tree monitor lizards between October 27 and November 2.
Norridge man faces felony charges in child pornography case
By A. D. Nghiem | Dec 5, 2024
A Norridge resident, Richard Corcino, 47, is facing serious charges related to child pornography following an investigation by the Cook County Sheriff's Police Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Unit.
Mathew Knowles shares insights at financial empowerment summit
By A. D. Nghiem | Dec 4, 2024
Mathew Knowles, a prominent figure in the business world, shared insights into his entrepreneurial journey at the Building Wealth Today for Tomorrow Financial Empowerment Summit.
Mathew Knowles discusses funding Destiny’s Child projects to control narrative
By A. D. Nghiem | Dec 4, 2024
Mathew Knowles, a figure known for his entrepreneurial background, has revealed how he invested personal funds into Destiny's Child's music projects.
Keke Palmer reflects on early bankruptcy experience and financial lessons learned
By A. D. Nghiem | Dec 4, 2024
Keke Palmer has become more prudent with her finances after experiencing bankruptcy in her late teens.
Cook County Sheriff's Office distributes turkeys for Thanksgiving
By A. D. Nghiem | Nov 27, 2024
The Cook County Sheriff's Office collaborated with the Cook County Housing Authority to distribute free turkeys to residents in south suburban areas on Tuesday, ahead of Thanksgiving.
Berwyn man faces felony charge for possession of child pornography
By A. D. Nghiem | Nov 20, 2024
A Berwyn resident has been charged with possession of child pornography following an investigation by the Cook County Sheriff's Police Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) unit.