Homewood-Flossmoor High School District 233 is inviting staff, families, and community members to share their input on the district’s communication efforts through the 2025 School Communication Performance Evaluation (SCoPE) Survey. The anonymous online survey is open through Monday, April 28. It takes approximately 15 minutes to complete the survey which can[Read More…]
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State health department updates school vaccination dashboard
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) has released its updated Illinois School Vaccination Coverage Dashboard. The updated dashboard includes data from the current 2024-25 school year. The interactive platform provides valuable insight into statewide, county and school district vaccination trends, using publicly available data collected by the Illinois State Board[Read More…]
Franciscan Health offering Produce Prescription program at multiple locations
Registration is now open for the Franciscan Health Produce Prescription Program in Olympia Fields, which aims to assist with chronic disease management. Upon successful completion of the free, four-week program, participants will receive produce vouchers for fresh produce every month for six months. Participants must have type 1 or type[Read More…]
Cook County to provide $1,000 payments to help qualified homeowners facing property tax increases
The Cook County Board of Commissioners on Thursday, April 10, approved a resolution establishing the eligibility criteria for the Homeowner Relief Fund, a $15-million program to assist homeowners who have experienced a substantial increase on their property tax bills in recent years. This program will provide immediate relief to residents[Read More…]
County unveils next phase of guaranteed income program
On Tuesday, April 8, Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle announced early findings from the Cook County Promise Guaranteed Income Pilot, which show benefits for participants — including improved financial stability and reduced stress. Preckwinkle announced the formation of an advisory committee to guide the county’s next phase of guaranteed[Read More…]
District 153 superintendent responds to community concerns about staff cuts
Editor’s note: The following Q&A message from Superintendent Scott McAlister was included in the District 153 e-newsletter posted Thursday, April 10. An update for our community on staffing for the 2025-2026 school year On Monday, April 7, the Board of Education approved recommendations from the superintendent regarding staffing levels for[Read More…]
Wind Creek Chicago Southland to open hotel on April 11
Wind Creek Chicago Southland Casino & Resort announced Tuesday, April 8, that its full resort experience — including its luxury hotel and spa — will officially open to the public on Friday, April 11. Early access bookings for both the hotel, with more than 255 rooms and more than 43[Read More…]
James Hart NJHS inducts 38 new members
The National Junior Honor Society at James Hart School held an induction ceremony Monday, April 7, for 38 new members. The National Junior Honor Society recognizes and fosters academic achievement while developing other characteristics essential to citizens in a democracy. These students were chosen for their service to others, leadership,[Read More…]
State to celebrate ’30 Days of Public Health’
For a second consecutive year, the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) will celebrate 30 Days of Public Health throughout the month of April. Gov. J.B. Pritzker helped kick off the month with this video message hailing the state’s “Public Health Heroes.” The observance amounts to an extended National Public Health Week(April 7-13) and coincides[Read More…]
Health & Wellness 2025: Your primary care physician is your best ally for wellness
By Josephine MinnicinoSpecialty Physicians of Illinois LLC As a family medicine physician, I firmly believe that the foundation of good healthcare lies in the relationship between patients and their primary care physicians. This bond is more than transactional – it’s built on trust, understanding, and shared goals for your health.[Read More…]
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