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Pope Benedict XVI Announces Resignation
Pope Benedict XVI announced his resignation on Monday Feb. 11. In his announcement, he told Vatican Cardinals that he did not have the physical health required to meet the demands of being the church’s leader. This is the first time in almost 600 years that a pontiff resigns from his role as head of the [...]
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Art in the South Side
From traditional to street art, take a look at some of the art exhibits in your neighborhood Whether it is in the north or south of the city, it seems that every weekend a new art exhibit opens. With the vast number of galleries, alternative art spaces and museums, it might be a little daunting [...]
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Local events: arts and entertainment
From the New World Enjoy music from Latin America and Spain as St. Pius V Church, 1919 S. Ashland Ave., presents a free concert by the University of Chicago Motet Choir exploring the rich tradition of Latin American choral music. Concert starts at 7 p.m. Disfruta de música de Latinoamérica y España mientras la [...]
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Tele Guía Founder Ezequiel “Zeke” Montes Dies
Ezequiel “Zeke” Montes, the founder and CEO of Tele Guia Inc. died on Jan. 29 from complications due to pneumonia. He was 64-years-old. Montes, born in Mexico City on June 12, 1948, came to the United States at the age of 3. In 1985, he founded Tele Guía, a Spanish language entertainment and TV programming [...]
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Governor Quinn Signs Law that Gives Driver’s Licenses to Undocumented Immigrants
Governor Pat Quinn was joined by legislators, community leaders and public safety advocates to sign a law that gives driver’s licenses to undocumented immigrants. Governor Quinn was a key supporter of this legislation since it was first introduced. The signing took place at Instituto del Progreso Latino on Sunday Jan. 27. “Although immigration reform [...]
City Announces Chicago Cultural Plan 2012
After months of meetings, public input and social media exchanges, the city unveiled the Chicago Cultural Plan 2012, geared to strengthen the art and cultural sector of the city. Started in February by the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE), the plan will serve as the central planning document for enhancing Chicago’s [...]
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BYNC President Craig Chico Receives NHS Neighborhood Leadership Award
The Neighborhood Housing Services of Chicago held their annual meeting and 3rd Annual Neighborhood Leadership Awards on Tuesday, Oct. 16. Gathered at the Garfield Park Conservatory, seven leaders of seven neighborhoods around the city were honored with the Neighborhood Leadership Award, an award given to those who are dedicated, committed and have inspired the communities [...]
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Mayor Emanuel Announces 2013 City Budget Proposal, No New Taxes or Fees
Mayor Rahm Emanuel announced his proposal for the city’s 2013 budget to the City Council today, keeping to his promise of no new taxes or fees. The $8.3 billion budget balances the city’s finances without introducing new taxes, fines or fees, and eliminates the employee head tax by the end of 2013, according to Emanuel. [...]
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6th Annual Latino Fashion Week
In the midst of the lights, the clothes and the spectators are photographers who capture the transpiring moments of an event with the click of a button. Recognizing the vitality of these individuals, the 6th Annual Latino Fashion Week is dedicating this year’s event to those behind the lens. From Oct. 9 to Oct. 13, [...]
Lara Academy Meets WNBA Player Swin Cash
Forty sixth, seventh and eighth grade girls from Lara Academy’s Girls in the Game after school program participated in a basketball clinic on Saturday, Sept. 22 at Sachs Rec Center in Deerfield, Ill. where they met Chicago Sky WNBA player and Olympic gold medalist Swin Cash. The girls had the opportunity to talk to Cash [...]
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