Yesterday, the CEO of Chicago Public Schools (CPS), Janice Jackson and the mayor of Chicago, Rahm Emanuel announced that 26 million dollars will be added to the CPS budget to add 160 social workers and 94 special education case workers beginning this school year 2018-2019. Full time social workers will go to 160 schools and […]
Read More →The Fourth of July is the hallmark of summer for most of us, not only because it’s Independence Day, but also because of the warm summer heat, the barbecues, and the camaraderie. Here’s how we can celebrate our nation’s independence safely, while respecting others, and still having fun! There are many cities who have banned […]
Read More →Yesterday, we honored and remembered those who have served in battle and gone before us. We also reflect on how we can make a difference in the lives of veterans who struggle with homelessness & PTSD. Here are a few Acts that were passed to improve the lives of veterans by allowing access to healthcare, […]
Read More →The government is working towards preventing another shut down by passing the Budget Deal Bill that was released yesterday at midnight. Unfortunately, there was much opposition, which resulted in the shut down. The 600 page proposed budget deal, if passed, will increase investments in domestic programs, including the military, by $300 billion over the next […]
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