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Son Yusef Jackson named as successor to Rev. Jesse Jackson as president of Rainbow PUSH
2+ day, 2+ hour ago (102+ words) April 9, 2026 / 1:39 PM CDT / CBS Chicago Yusef Jackson, a son of the late Rev. Jesse Jackson, will take his father's place as president of the Rainbow PUSH Coalition, the organization announced Thursday. The Rainbow PUSH board of directors has approved Yusef…...
Hair For You Foundation provides wigs for children with cancer, hosts Family Fun Day Saturday in Lincolnshire
2+ day, 2+ hour ago (211+ words) October 8, 2026 / 10:30 AM CDT / CBS Chicago A local suburban woman who beat cancer twice created a foundation to provide wigs to children with the disease, and her organization is hosting a Family Fun Day Saturday. Rebecca Boumstein was diagnosed with cancer…...
Goodwill marks 90 years of service in northern Illinois
2+ day, 16+ hour ago (823+ words) Goodwill Industries of Northern Illinois is marking its 90th anniversary after serving nearly 30,000 people during 2025 and expanding its education and workforce programs across the region. The nonprofit is celebrating nine decades of service, according to a community announcement. The organization traces…...
Illinois state fairs attracted over 1 million visitors for second year in a row
3+ day, 21+ hour ago (576+ words) CHICAGO, Ill. (CNI) - Illinois’ two state fairs drew over 1 million combined visitors for the second year in a row, the governor’s office announced Tuesday. About 714,000 visitors attended the Springfield fair, while a record 287,000 visited the one in Du Quoin. Springfield’s attendance…...
Illinois state fairs attracted more than 1M visitors for second year in a row
4+ day, 11+ hour ago (31+ words) Illinois’ two state fairs drew more than 1 million combined visitors for the second year in a row, the governor’s office announced Tuesday. About 714,000 visitors attended the Springfield fair,......
Illinois Wesleyan launches an ambitious, $200 million fundraising campaign
5+ day, 1+ hour ago (827+ words) BLOOMINGTON, Ill. (WMBD) -- Illinois Wesleyan University has launched its most ambitious fundraising campaign in 17 years. The Capital Campaign is looking to raise $200 million. Compared to its last campaign in 2009, this one is aiming to raise $75 million more. "We just recently launched…...
Illinois Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in Joliet celebrates induction and restoration at same time
2+ week, 1+ day ago (74+ words) The Illinois Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in Joliet holds it annual induction ceremony this weekend, but this they’re also celebrating its full repair after severe storm damage. And a beloved icon is back as well. The Illinois Rock…...
Obama Foundation honors Illinois students with voyager scholarships
2+ week, 4+ day ago (32+ words) The Obama Foundation is honoring Illinois college students for doing their part to help their communities. The Obama Foundation is honoring Illinois college students for doing their part to help their communities....
12 Illinois Fall Day Trips That Deliver Big Fun Without Draining Your Wallet
4+ week, 1+ day ago (1761+ words) Autumn in Illinois has a way of turning ordinary weekends into memories that stick around for years. From canyon trails glowing with color to family orchards stacked with cider donuts, this state hides plenty of budget-friendly fun. Every stop on…...
El Grito festival among major Mexican Independence Day celebrations in Chicago
4+ week, 6+ hour ago (352+ words) Mexican Independence Day festivities will bring a weekend full of culture, flavor and music to downtown Chicago this weekend. El Grito Chicago returns to Grant Park's Butler Field both Saturday and Sunday, encouraging attendees to "dance, eat, and feel that…...