Dr. Nina Shoman-Dajani of Moraine Valley Community College received the 2026 Trailblazer Award from Chicago Muslim Bar Association of Chicago.
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Lyrical Lemonade Summer Smash returns to Bridgeview this weekend — here’s what to know
The Summer Smash hip-hop festival makes its annual return to SeatGeek Stadium this weekend.
Archer Avenue Car Show draws record crowds, boosts local business
The 11th annual event filled nine blocks with thousands of classic cars and families, cementing itself as the neighborhood’s biggest community gathering of the year.
Worth’s Pawfficer Louie recognized for service and compassion
Worth Police Department therapy K9 Louie earns Illinois crisis response certification, expanding his role supporting students, families and communities.
Car wash proposal draws traffic concerns at community meeting
Chicago Lawn residents ask whether the $16 million EL Car Wash facility at 60th Street and Kedzie Avenue will cause traffic trouble.
Mendoza bashes Johnson over Bears stadium as franchise advances Indiana plans
Mayoral challenger Susana Mendoza is using the Chicago Bears’ decision to pursue a new stadium in Hammond as evidence of Mayor Brandon Johnson’s incompetence, framing the franchise’s departure as a symbol of declining confidence in City Hall.
The Bears didn’t know ‘how to count,’ Illinois senator says of failed stadium push
“I don’t expect one dime out of taxpayers’ pockets to pay for your stadium,” the downstate Sen. David Koehler said.
Illinois to let municipalities lower speed limits without costly studies
Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker will soon decide whether to sign legislation that allows cities and towns to reduce speed limits in high-risk areas based on safety data alone, eliminating the need for expensive traffic engineering studies.
Illinois to double fines for passing stopped school buses
Southwest side officials praise the recently passed school-bus bill.
Mendoza announces 2027 mayoral bid, citing financial crisis and public safety failures
Comptroller Susana Mendoza announces 2027 Chicago mayoral bid, citing financial crisis, public safety failures, and incompetence at City Hall.
