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Thanksgiving is around the corner, and we’re feeling extra grateful this season! We want to give a special shoutout to our friends at the Little Village Chamber of Commerce — Thank you for being part of our community! As you gear up for road trips to visit family and friends, whether you're cruising through Chicago or heading out of town, make sure you're insured with the right auto insurance policy. ...

Ready to Take Your Energy Efficiency Career to the Next Level? Access ComEd Market Development Initiative. ComEd Market Development Initiative offers no-cost resources and training to help prepare a diverse workforce for an energy efficient (EE) future through a comprehensive five-week Skilled Training Cohort. In this cohort, you'll gain on-the-job experience, the opportunity to earn three Building Performance Institute Certifications (after passing the required exams), and unlock opportunities for career ...

This toy Drive is a joyful celebration of generosity and community spirit! This heartwarming initiative brings the magic of the holidays to children from low-income households and vulnerable communities, ensuring every child feels seen, cherished and included during this special season. Through the power of donations- whether toys, books or games- we aim to light up little faces with smiles and laughter. By coming together, we are not just giving ...

Alzheimer Association This virtual conference (held in Spanish and English) is designed to help raise awareness of Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia, share NEW information about how to reduce one's risk of developing the disease from Alzheimer's Association experts, and hear from experienced caregivers about their dementia journey. The Bringing the Light conference is geared towards caregivers, future caregivers, and healthcare professionals. Virtual via Zoom Saturday | October 18 ...

We’re proud to relaunch the Chicago Community Impact Grants Program, in partnership with The Chicago Community Trust, reaffirming our commitment to youth empowerment across the city. This year, we’re deepening that commitment with a $4 million investment to support organizations Fostering Communities and Feeding Futures—and we need your help to amplify this opportunity across your networks and ensure it reaches those who can benefit most. For more info: https://corporate.mcdonalds.com/.../chicago-community... Fostering ...

Need money for repairing a commercial or industrial property? Apply for a Small Business Improvement Fund (SBIF) grant. LITTLE VILLAGE EAST is an eligible district. Learn more at Chicago.gov/SBIF ------------- ¡LLAMADA A TODOS LOS EMPRESARIOS! ¿Necesita dinero para reparar una propiedad comercial o industrial? Envíe una solicitud para la subvención del Fondo para el mejoramiento de la pequeña empresa (SBIF). LA VILLITA ESTE es elegible para estas subvenciones. Obtenga más ...

My name is J Jesus Marin, my first time in the United States was in 1977 at the age of 17. Since then, I worked in supermarkets as a butcher and occasionally returned to Mexico to make a life there. That never worked out for me, in 2003 I decided to come live with my family and make a life here, working as a butcher again for ten years. Until ...

A pesar del aumento de tensiones por la actividad de ICE en Chicago, la comunidad se hizo presente en el esperado evento. Isabella Siemaszko, La DePaulia News Editor / September 22, 2025 Desde el icónico Arco de La Villita, pasando por decenas de negocios, restaurantes y hogares de inmigrantes, hasta llegar a la Avenida Kostner, personas vestidas de verde, blanco y rojo se reunieron para la 54ª edición del Desfile del Día de ...

El mensaje del reciente desfile de La Villita fue claro: Estamos aquí, pertenecemos, contribuimos. Cartas al Editor - Sept 22, 2025, 12:36pm GMT-5 Este año, el Desfile del Día de la Independencia de México en el vecindario de La Villita fue más que una celebración; fue una declaración. Una declaración de cultura y espíritu, de perseverancia y persistencia, de resistencia y resiliencia. A medida que miles llenaban la Calle 26, Chicago e ...

Paradegoers championed their heritage and some displayed signs calling for justice for a man fatally shot by an immigration agent Sept. 15, 2025, 12:25 PM CDT By Daniella Silva CHICAGO — The annual Mexican Independence Day parade in Little Village on Sunday brought a sea of thousands of people wearing green and red waving Mexican flags of all sizes. Dozens of brightly colored floats highlighting Mexican culture by local organizations, businesses and unions ...