U.S. Rep. Frank Mrvan, D-Highland, said he visited the Geminus Head Start program in Gary Thursday because of the uncertainty it faces as President Trump slashes programs to rein in government spending. When Trump issued an executive order Jan. 27 freezing federal programs, about 57 Head Start programs nationwide couldn’t access their funding grants. After a spate of lawsuits … [Read more...] about Against Trump tidal wave of cuts, Mrvan lends support to Head Start: “being able to see hope in young children’s eyes”
Cubs, Greg Allen Agree To Minor League Deal
The Cubs have agreed to a minor league deal with outfielder Greg Allen, reports Maddie Lee of the Chicago Sun-Times. The CAA client has been invited to major league camp. Allen, 31, has appeared in parts of seven big league seasons. The 2024 campaign was the first time since 2016 that he hasn’t appeared in the majors in a given season. He spent last year with the Yankees … [Read more...] about Cubs, Greg Allen Agree To Minor League Deal
Ian Begley: “He gave us energy; that was big for us. He’s giving up size but he’s a fierce competitor,” Tom Thibodeau said of Miles McBride, who had 23 points (5-for-12 from three), 6 rebounds and 3 assists as a starter in NYK’s overtime win vs Chicago. … [Read more...] about
Bulls Notes: White, Smith, Buzelis, Young
The Bulls are in the unusual position of both collapsing and holding onto a play-in spot, writes Joe Cowley of The Chicago Sun-Times. Chicago dropped its fifth straight game Thursday night in New York, falling to 22-34 overall. However, the weakness of the East leaves the Bulls with a game-and-a-half lead over Philadelphia and Brooklyn in the play-in race, and coach Billy … [Read more...] about Bulls Notes: White, Smith, Buzelis, Young
Faced with a new landlord, Park Ridge could look to move the location of the farmers market
With no details on when, where, or really if – for sure – the idea has been raised that the Park Ridge farmers market could move from its current location starting this year. At the Feb. 3 City Council meeting, town leadership heard from residents and others about potential locations for the farmer market, which is set to open in about three months on Memorial … [Read more...] about Faced with a new landlord, Park Ridge could look to move the location of the farmers market