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Mental health advocates demand expansion of crisis intervention training
(The Gate/Sonya Eldridge) A group of mental health advocates are urging the Chicago Police Department to expand its specialized sensitivity training geared to police officers who interact regularly...
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New art center opening on 51st Street
The new art center is located at 1238 W. 51st Street. (The Gate/Sonya Eldridge) A new art center showcasing the work of at-risk and incarcerated youth is opening its doors to residents in New City on...
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Q & A with local school counselors: What you should know about the high...
In our last issue, we started a conversation about the high school application process and what students in middle school need to keep in mind as they select the best school for them. We all know that...
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Karen Lewis shares her views with McKinley Park residents
(The Gate/Sonya Eldridge) Chicago Teachers Union President Karen Lewis drew a crowd of about 75 people during a forum Monday as part of the “Conversations with Karen” series that are being scheduled...
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Back of the Yards residents raise chickens, participate in area coop tour
Diego Rivera, 10, and his sister Frida, 5 say theirchickens make fun and friendly pets. (The Gate/Sonya Eldridge) Did you know that U.S. cities like Los Angeles, New York, and even Chicago allow...
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Upscale grocery store sees opportunity in food desert
Englewood residents said they like shopping at Aldi but are hoping they can get jobs at Whole Foods Market when it opens in 2016. (The Gate/Sonya Eldridge) Whole Foods Market, one of the largest...
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Taste of Archer offers samples from area’s hidden gems
Area residents will be shuttled to a selection of local restaurants for the annual Taste of Archer, Friday Oct. 24 from 4-8 p.m. Sponsored by Special Services Area (SSA) 39, the event was organized to...
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Youth activists release report on police violence, prepare to testify at...
Local activists released a new report highlighting the treatment of minority youth by Chicago Police, Tuesday, Oct. 22, the National Day of Action Against Police Brutality. Page May, lead author,...
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Frustrated residents say TVDL application process is not fast enough
Back of the Yards resident Jesus Marmolejo spoke at the rally outside a West Side Driver’s License Facility Friday, Oct. 24.(The Gate/Sonya Eldridge) Frustrations continue among residents and community...
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New poll shows Quinn has narrow lead over Rauner in governor’s race
(Flickr/Metropolitan Planning Council) Gov. Pat Quinn is leading Republican challenger Bruce Rauner by four points according to a new poll released Monday, Oct. 27. The CBS News/New York Times/YouGov...
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CHA opens waitlist registration amid public scrutiny for spending practices
Dearborn Homes, 2840 S. State (Flickr/Daniel X. O’Neil) The Chicago Housing Authority (CHA) opened online registration for all three affordable housing waitlists for the first time Monday, Oct. 27....
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Immigration advocates discuss implications of executive order
Pilsen resident Vicky Chavez explains how the executive order will affect her family. (The Gate/Sonya Eldridge) Advocates and leaders gathered at Pilsen’s Casa Michoacan on Friday to discuss the...
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Families in need find a home in Su Casa
Su Casa Director Cathy St. Clair, (left) Live-in volunteer Patrick Mulchrone, (middle), Live-in volunteer Rohan Khan. (The Gate/Sonya Eldridge) For staff and volunteers at Su Casa Catholic Worker in...
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City Council approves minimum wage increase
(Flickr/Judy Baxter) The Chicago City Council approved a plan to gradually increase the city’s minimum wage to $13 an hour on Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2014 in a special meeting called by Mayor Emanuel. Passed...
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What you need to know about President Obama’s executive action
The expanded DACA application process is expected to open within the next 90 days (by February 2015). The application process for parents of U.S. citizens and green card holders is expected to open...
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Back of the Yards principals awarded CPS fellowships
Cesar Chavez Multicultural Academy Principal Barton Dassinger. (The Gate/Sonya Eldridge) Cesar Chavez Multicultural Academy Principal Barton Dassinger and Peace and Education Coalition High School...
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McKinley Park hosts candidates’ forum for 12th and 25th wards
Aldermanic candidate Pete DeMay (12th) introduces himself at a candidates’ forum organized by the McKinley Park Progressive Alliance. (The Gate/Sonya Eldridge) Aldermanic candidates from the 12th and...
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Annual toy giveaway brings smiles to Back of the Yards families
To read the full article scroll down. Baja para leer el articulo. Photos by Adriana Cardona-Maguigad More than a thousand families eagerly waited in line for a toy and a picture with Santa and Mrs....
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New Illinois law increases protection for pregnant women in the workplace
(Flickr/Daniel Lobo) Women in the 21st century workforce continue to grapple with unequal treatment in the workplace as they strive to raise families while working to move up their respective career...
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New report provides recommendations to improve CPD disciplinary process
Police officers from the 9th District line up for a roll call in Back of the Yards in 2012.(The Gate/ Adriana Cardona-Maguigad) A new report containing a list of recommendations for the Chicago Police...
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