Paul Vallas posted several tweets between April 16-18 criticizing Illinois’ approach to homelessness policy changes, removal of ShotSpotter technology in Chicago policing, and recent decisions by Chicago Public Schools regarding union-influenced…
Illinois drivers paid more than ever before in road tolls during 2024 amid rising transportation costs statewide. A proposed plan could tie future increases automatically to inflation starting in several years.
A new report from the Illinois Policy Institute finds most Cook County police and fire property taxes now fund pensions rather than direct services or protection efforts—over $450 million out of nearly $600 million collected this year goes toward retirement costs instead of operational spending.
Northwestern Medicine Marianjoy Rehabilitation Hospital marked National Volunteer Week by highlighting contributions from dedicated volunteers who support both patients’ recovery journeys and hospital operations. Long-term volunteers shared their experiences while hospital leaders outlined plans for expanding participation next year.
Chicago Contrarian criticized the Brighton Park Neighborhood Council’s reliance on taxpayer funding after a new service center opened.
Rush University’s graduate schools have received high marks from U.S News & World Report’s latest rankings released April 7th—especially its nursing and health sciences colleges which both landed among top five nationwide programs.
Ted W. Love, MD has been named honorary speaker for Rush University’s upcoming commencement ceremony on May 2. Over 700 students are expected to graduate across nursing, health sciences, and medicine programs during this event.
Paul Vallas posted holiday greetings for Orthodox Easter on April 12, then criticized Chicago Public Schools’ decision to halt federally mandated special education services for over 800 parochial school children in posts made on April 13.
Shriners Children’s Texas has received an in-house 3D printer thanks to donor support from Daughters of the Nile leader Liz Trader. The new equipment enables faster creation of custom-fitted facial masks that help young burn patients recover functionally and emotionally.
Shriners Children’s Twin Cities has launched a specialized sports medicine program focused on caring for injured young athletes. Led by Dr. Pamela J. Lang with support from experienced trainers and therapists, it addresses both acute injuries and overuse conditions unique to growing bodies.