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Today is National Support Public Education Day. Our future relies on giving tomorrow’s leaders a quality education. That’s why House Democrats’ fiscally and socially responsible budget invests $350 million in new funding for classroom education.
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This Saturday July 30th at 12:00pm, Faith Community of St. Sabina will be hosting a food giveway at 1210 W. 78th Place. For more information please call 773-483-4300 or visit saintsabina.org.
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Today marks 69 years since the signing of the Korean Armistice Agreement. We honor and remember those who fought bravely for the freedom of the Korean people.
The summer months in Illinois are hot! Our pets can get dehydrated and overheated just like us, but they can't tell us they are struggling. Make sure to keep fresh, clean water close to your pets at all times.
Illinois is full of great activities to do outside. You can go camping, hiking, canoeing, or geocaching, to name a few. For National Parks and Recreation Month, treat yourself by taking advantage of everything our state has to offer!
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Today is June 19th, which is the day we celebrate Juneteenth! There are many celebrations going on in the city today, to find the nearest celebration near you visit blockclubchicago.org/2022/06…
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Happy Father’s Day to all the fathers and father-figures in our lives! Thank you for being there when we need you. You lead by example and are one of the first people we should look up to.
June is National Men’s Health Month. Take this time to assess your health needs and make sure you are up to date on your appointments.
On this day a year ago Illinois declared Juneteenth as a State Holiday. Juneteenth is a federal and Illinois state holiday that commemorates the end of slavery in the
United States.
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Today is Flag Day. The current version of the flag was adopted in 1960 with the addition of Hawaii as the newest state. Let's take today as a reminder to work together to perfect our union and make sure ALL have equal rights and opportunities.
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June is National Camping Month. Illinois is home to great camping sites all across the state! Camping can be a great time to get away and connect with our families and friends. It is also a good reminder that our environment and natural spaces are worth protecting.
June is Pride Month! Let’s celebrate the LGBTQ+ community and vow to ensure everyone in
Illinois has equal human rights. While other states are attacking and diminishing the LGBTQ+
community, we want our people to have an equal opportunity for safety, joy, and prosperity.
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June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month. The 102nd Illinois General Assembly passed Senate Bill 677, which requires each person seeking licensure to practice medicine to complete dementia diagnosis, treatment, and care training.
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It is PTSD Awareness Month. Posttraumatic Stress Disorder is a mental health problem that often develops after an individual goes through a traumatic event. An estimated 6% of the population suffers from PTSD. There is help available. You can visit the IDHS for more information.
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Community Assistance Programs in conjunction with DOL YouthBuild is assisting 17-24 year olds with job placement. For more information call 773-568-1782.
June is Fireworks Safety Month! With summer finally here, this is a friendly reminder of the Pyrotechnic Use Act in Illinois. Please help us work together to keep our communities safe.
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Community Assistance Programs is hosting a out of school time enrichment program for young people ages 16-21. If you are interested call 773-568-1792 to sign up.
Community Assistance Programs in conjunction with the Illinois WorkNet Center and the American Job enter is hosting a youth career pathway program for young people ages 16-24 years old. For more information contact Landerson@capsinc.org or call 773-568-1782.
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Community Assistance Programs is offering job placement and training services for over 30 employers in the Chicago area. To learn more visit capsinc.org or call 773-568-1782.
Community Assistance Programs in conjunction with Illinois Works is offering a pre-apprenticeship program for Illinois residents that are 18 years old or older and have a high school diploma or GED. For more information contact askus@capsinc.org or call 773-568-1782.
Over 100 years ago the Black community in Tulsa became a victim of one of the worst massacres in the history of the United States. We will never forget the beauty that Greenwood once was or the massacre that decimated this community.
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Do not self evict! Contact Cook County Legal Aid for Housing and Debt for eviction free services at 855-956-5763 or visit cookcountylegalaid.org
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Cook County Legal Aid for Housing and Debt is offering free legal help for evictions, unpaid debt, as well as property and mortgage taxes. Call 855-956-5763 and visit cookcountylegalaid.org for more information.
Community Assistance Programs is helping young people ages 17-24 years old secure summer jobs. The application closes June 10th. Call 773-568-1782 to reserve a seat. Visit onesummerchicago.org for more information.
Today we remember those heroes in our armed forces who made the ultimate sacrifice. Thank you for giving everything to protect our freedom.
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Thank you to all active duty, reserve, and veteran service members. We are grateful for your selfless sacrifices in service to our state and country.
This year's budget increases our funding for law enforcement, including investing $124 million to make sure they have the resources they need to recruit officers and safely and effectively address rises in violent crime.
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@TJFChicago is providing free HUD certified housing counseling for those who need mortgage assistance. Their application portal closes May 31st. For more information contact Pamela at Pamela.gilbert@thejourney-forward.org or call 708-730-4119.
We want families to keep more money in their pocket. That's why we worked to freeze the state gas tax to help drivers at the pump.
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On June 16th from 10am to 2pm @Alderman_Beale will be partnering with the community to host a summer clear out fair at the Pullman Community Center. Services will only be available on a drive-thru basis.
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@PhalanxFamilySe is hosting a community resource fair in honor of May Day tomorrow, May 27th from 2pm to 6pm. For more information call 773-291-1086 or visit phalanxgrpservices.org
@ChicagoCAPS04 is holding a discussion on Auto Theft and Carjacking tomorrow, May 26th at 6:00pm. Register today by visiting bit.ly/004autos
Affordable housing uplifts residents and reduces crime. Funding affordable housing development programs will help communities thrive.
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Looking for a job?@LarrysBarberCol located inside the Pullman Walmart Store is hiring part time and full time positions for a front desk receptionist. If interested send your resume to hr@larrysbarbercollege.com or call 312-650-9511
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The Outreach Career Center of @cpoministries is providing a free vocational welding course. Transportation assistance is available for the 16 week course. For more information visit cpoministries.org or email latricia@cpoministries.org
Nursing home residents deserve quality care. Democrats are investing $655 million to ensure they have the resources they need to live happy, healthy, and safe lives.
Thank you to all of the people who work to care for our most vulnerable. If you are able to, consider helping out the child welfare system. You can visit childwelfare.gov for more information.
Focusing more in early childhood education programs is an investment in our future. By directing $54.5 million towards these programs, we're expanding opportunities for our youngest and helping them to succeed academically.
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By supporting direct relief payments to Illinoisans, with eligible filers receiving $50, plus $100 for every child, we're helping to address the financial challenges residents are facing in the wake of the pandemic.
As the U.S. confronts a critical baby formula shortage nationwide, the Illinois Department of Human Services is providing information and answers to the many questions surrounding some specialty and medically prescribed infant formulas: dhs.illinois.gov/BabyFormula
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To make our communities safer, we need a comprehensive, well-funded plan that addresses the root causes of violence. Informed by law enforcement, prosecutors, and safety advocates, we're committing $486 million toward data-driven public safety efforts.
Thank you to all of the Emergency Medical Service workers! You go above and beyond the call to save lives in many different harrowing situations.
The pandemic has underscored the importance of maintaining a strong healthcare system. Democrats are committing $450 million toward community healthcare needs to ensure residents have access to the care they deserve.
Access to affordable child care is a game changer for working families. By investing in Child Care Assistance, Democrats are helping parents pursue new job and educational opportunities.
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Democrats are expanding the EITC to include a greater range of ages, as well as immigrants who are ITIN filers. Low-income Illinoisans deserve inflation assistance, regardless of their background.
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May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Although Black Americans face additional issues such as racism, poverty and hopelessness at higher rates than White Americans, they are less likely to receive mental health services. @BlkMentalHealth has free mental health resources.
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