Fundraising events take various forms, and the Sojourner Truth House in Gary recently held one such event. Titled ‘Walk for Stability. Walk for Community. Walk for Hope.’, this endeavor was a short stroll around Gary, organized on Saturday, June 13, 2026. Angela Paul, the executive director, and Pam King, the director of client services, welcomed […]
For years, a dedicated group of Camp Saginaw alumni, numbering around 20, have gathered to reminisce about their experiences. Among these former campers are Brian Redman and Rick Elion, who were bunkmates back in 1966. During their camp days, time was loosely measured by events like Color War, campfires, and morning wake-ups. Important moments felt […]
A convicted sex offender, Scott Eby, has died in an Illinois state prison. Eby, 52, was serving his sentence at Menard Correctional Center. His death was confirmed through an online inmate notification system on Thursday. In 2004, Eby admitted to the sexual assault and murder of 3-year-old Riley Fox. Her body was found in a […]
Each May, a crowning ceremony at St. Coletta’s of Illinois uplifts the spirits of children and adults attending this school for developmental and intellectual disabilities. This event involves a Mass followed by participants carrying flowers to adorn the statue of the Blessed Mother with a floral crown. Situated at the school’s entrance in Tinley Park, […]
Hours before Game 4 of the NBA finals between the New York Knicks and the San Antonio Spurs, a public back-and-forth emerged. The debate centered on the cancellation of a watch party outside Madison Square Garden. In a public statement on X, Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced that James Dolan, the Knicks’ owner, had decided to […]
Late last year, Australia implemented a groundbreaking law. It became the first nation to prohibit children under 16 from holding social media accounts. The initiative aimed to shield young teens from online platforms, but initial results have fallen short of expectations. Six months after the law’s introduction, many Australian teens have managed to bypass the […]
Soccer fans can enjoy a vibrant World Cup experience even if they aren’t attending matches in person. With North America hosting the grand event, there are numerous local opportunities to feel the excitement of the games without having to deal with expensive tickets or missing out on being near a host city. Outdoor Viewing Parties […]
The deck feels warm under my feet, still retaining the day’s heat. We’re anchored near Antigua. The water sparkles, and the air carries a hint of salt and sweetness. A glass of Sancerre cools my hand. The breeze gently touches my skin on the deck of my client’s yacht. Here, I feel as comfortable as […]
Problem-Solving Courts Achievements Will County has celebrated a significant achievement: 1,000 graduates from its problem-solving courts. This milestone reflects the program’s success in reducing recidivism, fostering sobriety, and granting participants a renewed outlook on life. Scott DuBois, the coordinator of the problem-solving courts, stated that the transformation experienced by the participants is profound. He emphasizes […]
Economic inequality in the U.S. is rising, and nowhere is this more evident than in mobile home communities. Aliea Brown faced severe living conditions after renting Unit 62 at Buck Island Manufactured Home Community in Mississippi in 2023. The issues included an upside-down door, black mold, unsealed windows, and pest invasions. A sewer pipe burst, […]