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Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs honored Alderman Pat Dowell during a March 2024 Women’s History Month event. A video from the award ceremony can be found here. In addition, Treasurer Frerich's office created individual videos of the awardees. Alderman...

The Department of Planning and Development is currently accepting Community Development Grant (CDG) applications for more than $250,000. CDGs support local commercial, mixed-use and light manufacturing projects. Eligible costs include pre-development, new construction...

The Bud Billiken Parade is now accepting applications for Royal Court, scholarships, participants, volunteers and interns. Visit www.BudBillikenParade.org for complete parade info and to apply.

Green Homes Chicago will provide up to $50,000 in free energy upgrades to help low-income homeowners go electric. Upgrades may include new insulation, heat pump HVAC systems, and more. 1-4 unit owner-occupied properties (excluding condos or mixed0use properties) that...

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  Hey Chicago, let's compost! The City of Chicago is launching its first-ever citywide Food Scrap Drop-Off Program. All Chicago residents are welcome to drop off their household food scraps for composting at one of 15 locations across the city for free....

The Chicago Park District is currently hiring Seasonal Attendant positions. Applicants must be 18 years old. View duties, qualifications, and more in the full listing at ChicagoParkDistrict.com/Jobs.

This year the City of Chicago has thousands of opportunities available for young people ages 14-24, with opportunities in the public, private and nonprofit sectors. Young people can apply at www.onesummerchicago.org up until the June 2nd deadline. The Summer Youth...

Suenos will be taking place Memorial Day Weekend from May 25th to May 26th in Grant Park. The venue will be open at noon each day and close shortly after 10:00 pm. Event specific information can be found on their festival page or on the QR code above. Grant Bark Park...