November 7, 2015—The Women’s Board of Heartland Alliance hosted the 75th Annual Candlelight Ball at the historic Palmer House. ABC-7 Chicago’s Ron Magers emceed the evening’s program and introduced Evelyn Diaz, Heartland Alliance’s new president. Nearly 460 guests bid on auction items and danced the night away while listening to the sounds of Rhythm City. … Read more
“Matisse” was released on November 14, 2015 at the Eve J. Alfillé Gallery and Studio. The new series “Matisse”—full of robust colors and a heavy emphasis on reading what lies in-between the lines—was celebrated by partygoers with drinks, treats, music, and more.
Shortly before the release of the Laquan McDonald video, John Kass captured the fears of what could happen in its wake in a widely read column, "The Video That Might Rip Chicago Apart—and Why You Need to See It." It was also captured by Britt Julious, writing in Esquire today. "Where is the rioting?" I heard … Read more
In July 1980, three Chicago cops were charged with murder in the fatal beating of a mentally ill man arrested for smoking on an El train.
1. More Than Police Bullets Killed Laquan McDonald The 17-year-old was a ward of the state, had twice been removed from his home by DCFS, and was allegedly molested in foster homes. But he was in school, working, and on track before his death. The Sun-Times profiles his short life. 2. Gliniewicz’s Final Hours As … Read more
The nonprofit helps refugees learn English and adjust to American life.
The year is almost coming to an end, and what a year 2015 has been for Chicago—historic sports runs, unexpected run-offs, and a movie so controversial the trailer alone had people apoplectic.
The former Illinois comptroller was one of the first politicians to back Barack Obama when Hillary looked like a shoo-in for the White House. Now he thinks the former Maryland governor can pull off a similar upset.
It’s a mess of the administration’s making, but one that reflects our conflicted priorities about pedestrian safety in America.
A Columbia University sociologist spent time with students at four different high schools to learn how they navigate a city divided by race, class, and opportunity.
