Mo Amer: The stand-up comedian and co-creator of the Peabody Award-winning Netflix show “Mo” — a semi-autobiographical take on being a Palestinian refugee in Texas — appears at The Chicago Theatre. In a recent appearance on “The Daily Show,” Jon Stewart heaped praise on Amer: “The thing about art that you did so well was, you told your story. It’s just one story, but boy, is … [Read more...] about What to do in Chicago: ‘Queer Eye’ live, Yuridia in concert and the Joffrey Ballet
How one Chicago woman’s genealogical search led her to a potter’s field in Canada
Robin Moore initially had one purpose: learn more about the life of her grandfather Reginald Moore. She remembered him as a very loving and hardworking person, but details surrounding his early life remained a family mystery — one that she was determined to uncover. She never expected that mission to take her to a grassy field in a remote part of Canada, where several of her … [Read more...] about How one Chicago woman’s genealogical search led her to a potter’s field in Canada
Libertyville’s Madison Sears reaches higher in the regional final. Her career best proves to be a tall order.
If Libertyville’s Madison Sears is on the court, chances are she’s stationed down low, rolling up her sleeves to go to work. The paint is primarily where the 6-foot-2 senior center plies her trade, and with four years of varsity experience, she has accrued a wealth of knowledge about what it takes to have the upper hand there. “I love the battle, and I love to body up in there … [Read more...] about Libertyville’s Madison Sears reaches higher in the regional final. Her career best proves to be a tall order.
Heidi Stevens: Banning DEI and race-based programs in schools chips away at the very mission of education
On Valentine’s Day, the Department of Education sent a “Dear Colleague” letter to schools across the country giving them two weeks to stop taking race into consideration for admissions, hiring, promotion, compensation, financial aid, scholarships, prizes, administrative support, discipline, housing, graduation ceremonies “and all other aspects of student, academic and campus … [Read more...] about Heidi Stevens: Banning DEI and race-based programs in schools chips away at the very mission of education
Area musicians create ‘sense of community’ with Chicago Youth Symphony Orchestras
Three suburban teens are sharing their love of music as members of the Chicago Youth Symphony Orchestras. Merrill Lee of Oak Brook, a 17-year-old junior at Walter Payton College Preparatory High School in Chicago, has been playing the violin for eight years, taking private lessons with instructor Jin Chang. Lee is in her fifth year with the Chicago Youth Symphony … [Read more...] about Area musicians create ‘sense of community’ with Chicago Youth Symphony Orchestras