Chicago Study Finds One Million Degrees Students Earn $14,000 More Annually Than Peers
A long-term study has confirmed that students who participate in the One Million Degrees (OMD) program at City Colleges of Chicago earn an average of
Illinois Advocates Push To Expand Guaranteed Income Program To 100,000 Residents
Advocates in Illinois are working to expand a new guaranteed income program to reach 100,000 residents across the state. This movement follows a successful two-year test in Cook County, which provided monthly cash to thousands of families. In late 2025, Cook County officials took a historic step by setting aside
BUSINESS
The Partnership: New Career Opportunities Coming to Chicago and Cook County
Finding a good job in a big city can be difficult, but local leaders are working to make it easier for everyone. The Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership, often called “The Partnership,” is updating its major plan for the years 2024 to 2028. This plan is like a roadmap that explains
Chicago’s 2013 School Closures: What New Research Reveals
In 2013, the city of Chicago made a decision that changed the lives of thousands of families. Citing a massive
Why Business Insurance Matters More Than Ever for Chicago Entrepreneurs
Chicago entrepreneurs are operating in a business climate shaped by economic uncertainty, rising costs, and evolving risk factors. From severe
Ideal Bakery Expands with Major Acquisition of Oak Mill Bakery and New Production Hub
On February 20, 2026, Ideal Bakery officially closed a deal to purchase the retail locations of the storied Oak Mill
ENTERTAINMENT
SPORTS
The Power of Sports in Uniting Chicago’s Vibrant Communities
In Chicago, the power of sports goes far beyond the scoreboard. It’s a force that binds neighborhoods, sparks citywide pride, and offers a shared language across generations and backgrounds. Whether it’s the roar of fans at Soldier Field, the buzz around a high school basketball tournament, or the energy of
The Role of Coaching in Chicago’s Sports Team Triumphs
In Chicago, sports are more than a pastime, they’re a pulse. From the roar of the United Center to the
Course Design and Conditions That Challenge Golfers
Course design plays a critical role in determining the level of difficulty golfers encounter. The arrangement of holes, total yardage,
Why Upper Body Training Matters More Than Just the Bench Press
Upper body training often gets reduced to one exercise: the bench press. It’s the lift that gets the most attention
TECHNOLOGY
