Thursday evening saw Valparaiso amidst another round of rain, leaving many residents without power due to the recent storm. However, at Nana Clare’s Kitchen located on the city’s north side, operations continued uninterrupted. Volunteers were busy preparing meals, chopping vegetables, making tomato-topped bread, and packing green mac and cheese. Michelle Danielewicz, a volunteer from Portage, […]
Danita attended the groundbreaking ceremony at Lake Street Church in Evanston, not only as an observer of a renovation and reopening project but as someone whose life had been touched by Hilda’s Place shelter. This place provided her with shelter 37 years ago during a difficult time when she was facing homelessness. Danita explained her […]
At Meridian Hill Park in Washington, D.C., temperatures soared, but the mood was even more exuberant, with apples aplenty. Carl Endrulat, the event organizer, described it as an exercise in silly joy. Jenny Mandl and her boyfriend, Carl Endrulat, participated in the Eat an Apple With Me event held in Northwest on a recent Saturday. […]
At a bustling West Side warehouse, families gathered on a Saturday afternoon. Jacob Williams, a soon-to-be seventh grader, watched his hair fall to the floor as he received a much-needed haircut. This service, along with others, was offered free of charge at the annual Back-2-School Summer Jam event. Jacob’s mother, Tasha Williams, expressed her satisfaction […]
On Tuesday, August 4, a massive gathering took place at the Morton Grove Civic Center where hundreds of neighbors, supporters, first responders, and Village staff came together in a true display of community spirit. This event marked the 11th annual National Night Out celebration, expertly hosted by the Morton Grove Police Department, focusing on fostering […]
In Kentucky, where employment opportunities are limited, large investments from outsiders often receive enthusiastic support from public officials. This was initially the scenario when major technology companies started exploring the state for potential data center sites. The anticipation of job creation and economic growth created optimism among many. However, as interest turned into a surge […]
A 24-foot trailer filled with essential supplies for Camp Agape California was stolen last month. The trailer contained sleeping bags, towels, backpacks, and other items crucial for their summer program aimed at children of incarcerated parents. The theft occurred in Anaheim, where a camp volunteer had parked it. Elizabeth Vallejo co-founded Camp Agape California with […]
On a warm Wednesday evening, around 50 people gathered in front of Resurrection Church in Boyle Heights. They lit candles, held rosaries, and distributed N-95 masks and poster boards. The group prepared to pray and to stand against the challenges facing their community once more. For over a century, the 103-year-old Catholic parish has been […]
Ryder Williams, a 16-year-old lifeguard, gained recognition as a hero following his remarkable rescue of a child caught in perilous rip currents and powerful surf in Santa Cruz, California. Sumit Rai, the father of the rescued child, has expressed profound appreciation for Williams’ bravery and swift action. Williams has been invited to the White House […]
Former BYU Cougars football player Curtis Brown and his family recently endured a tragic loss. Their two-year-old son, Haze, drowned in a swimming pool at their home in Clovis, California on July 26. This heartbreaking accident was confirmed by police to the New York Post. “Kim and Curtis recently lost their miracle baby, Haze, in […]