(Chicago) – Local 8th grade students Hannah Pollack and Kaelyn Dahlquist have advanced through multiple rounds of competition in the History Fair to secure a place in the international competition at the University of Maryland July 9-13, 2024, with their compelling and timely History Fair project focused on Anne Frank and her story. Hannah, one […]
CHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Public Health announced that the largest measles outbreak to affect the state of Illinois since 1990 is officially contained as no new cases have been reported for more than 42 days, two full incubation periods. A total of 67 measles cases were reported during the outbreak, which started March […]
CHICAGO – Renowned Filipino artist, lecturer, and cultural preservationist Fred Deasis showcased the Philippine ancient writing system Baybayin at the Skokie Festival of Culture in Illinois on May 18 and 19, 2024. The festival, held annually at Oakton Park since 1991, has flourished over nearly three decades, attracting over 25,000 visitors representing more than 30 […]
Frequent flyers often forgo checking in their luggage to sidestep the potential issues of delayed baggage, difficulty in identifying their items, or the fear of their luggage not reaching the intended destination. Those who do check in their luggage often resort to personal markers on their suitcases to facilitate a smoother baggage pickup. However, this […]