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Mount Prospect minister offers couples alternatives Oct 29, 2012 12:00 AM
Kukec's People features Pamela Magnuson, a pagan minister who has a business where she performs marriage, civil union and other ceremonies at her 1928 home in Mount Prospect.
Oakton biology professor named instructor of the year Oct 17, 2012 12:00 AM
The Illinois Community College Faculty Association has selected Nicole Perry, associate professor of biology at Oakton Community College, as its 2012 Instructor of the Year.
Endorsement: Morrison over Friedman in state Senate District 29 Oct 15, 2012 12:00 AM
Voters in the 29th Senate district will choose Susan Garrett's successor in November, and the Daily Herald endorses West Deerfield Township Supervisor Julie Morrison.
State Senate candidate Friedman defends PAC giftOct 15, 2012 12:00 AM
Republican state senate candidate Arie Friedman says his donations to a group opposed to abortion rights does not go against his current position on the issue. Friedman, running against Democrat Julie Morrison in the 29th Senate District, contends the cash he gave to Family PAC was because of its stance against changes in U.S. patent law, not abortion.
Vignette Home offers the details for a personal design Oct 14, 2012 12:00 AM
When Missie Bender decided to expand her interior design practice to include a retail boutique, she considered naming it Wink. “If it winks at you, that means you need to have it,” says Bender, whose storefront shop along the Park Avenue in Glencoe’s quaint downtown features an eclectic array of art, pottery, accessories and furnishings in a variety of styles as a complement to the core business. In the end, she decided on an easier name: Vignette Home.
Dold, Schneider discuss bipartisanship, health care reform Oct 14, 2012 12:00 AM
Republican Rep. Robert Dold told a packed auditorium Sunday he has been one of the most independent members of Congress since he was elected in 2010. Democratic challenger Brad Schneider argued he was the candidate who would work with both parties to get things done in Washington. The 10th Congressional candidates debated in a League of Women Voters forum Sunday at Lake Forest High School.
Catching autumn’s colors: A fall FAQ Oct 14, 2012 12:00 AM
Autumn’s annual art exhibit — the changing color of the leaves — is upon us now. The rich red, yellow, purple and golden trees around us become a living patchwork quilt that can take one’s breath away. But the artwork is only temporary. The leaves must fall as the trees prepare themselves for winter. We asked local experts about the fall foliage viewing window — when leaf colors are at their peak — and how to set the stage now for next year’s autumn show.
Candidates for Congress, state offices to speak at upcoming forumOct 12, 2012 12:00 AM
Nearly two dozen synagogues have joined to present a candidate forum on Monday featuring candidates from a variety of offices.Twenty-three synagogues with several Jewish communal groups and day schools are hosting the event from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 15, at Congregation B’nai Jehoshua Beth Elohim, 1201 E. Lake-Cook Road, Deerfield. Doors open at 6:45 p.m.
Endorsement: Shaw over Drury for 58th House District Oct 10, 2012 12:00 AM
The Daily Herald endorses Mark Shaw for state representative from District 58.
State senate candidates Morrison, Friedman differ on income tax rates Oct 10, 2012 12:00 AM
Two state senate candidates have different opinions on what to do about an Illinois income tax increase that's been in effect since 2011. Democrat Julie Morrison says the tax should be allowed to expire as planned, while Republican Arie Friedman contends it should be repealed. They are candidates in the 29th Senate District.
Dold, Schneider debate headlines Lake Forest candidate event Oct 9, 2012 12:00 AM
Republican U.S. Rep. Robert Dold and Democratic challenger Brad Schneider will debate the issues facing 10th District voters Sunday in Lake Forest. It’s the only time Dold and Schneider will debate in public ahead of the Nov. 6 election. Other political candidates will have time on the stage at Lake Forest High School, too.
Schakowsky, Wolfe spar over health care Oct 7, 2012 12:00 AM
The candidates for the 9th Congressional District race talked about jobs, health care and even the future of Big Bird during a forum held Sunday at Oakton Community College in Des Plaines. Incumbent U.S. Rep. Jan Schakowsky, an Evanston Democrat, and her Republican challenger, Timothy Wolfe of Arlington Heights, shared their positions on many of the big topics that have been debated during this election year, including the future of “Obamacare.”
New Oakton Jewish studies program recalls Kindertransport Oct 7, 2012 12:00 AM
The Kindertransport saved nearly 10,000 predominantly Jewish children from the Nazi threat. Learn about the extraordinary rescue operation during "Imagined and Guilty Identities: Remembering the Kindertransport," featuring Phyllis Lassner, professor with The Crown Family Center for Jewish Studies Writing Program and Gender Studies at Northwestern University.
Oakton to host forum for 9th District candidates Oct 1, 2012 12:00 AM
Candidates for the U.S. 9th Congressional District will speak at a forum Sunday, Oct. 7, hosted by Oakton Community College in Des Plaines. Incumbent U.S. Rep. Jan Schakowsky, an Evanston Democrat, and Republican challenger Timothy Wolfe of Arlington Heights are scheduled to appear at the event
Women’s art exhibit at Oakton focuses on politics Sep 26, 2012 12:00 AM
It's an election year — and women's issues have been high on the political agenda. Gain a new perspective on some of the most controversial topics of our time at "The Personal is Political: The Transformative Power of Women's Art," a new exhibition that opens Thursday, Oct. 4, at the Koehnline Museum of Art on the Oakton Community College Des Plaines campus, 1600 E. Golf Road.
Indian filmmaker appearing at Oakton Sep 23, 2012 12:00 AM
Indian filmmaker, archivist, and author Yousuf Saeed comes to Oakton next month for two talks on popular Indian art and music. His presentations are free and open to the public at the Des Plaines campus, 1600 E. Golf Road, in Room 1606.
Filmmaker to talk about popular Indian art and music Sep 21, 2012 12:00 AM
Indian filmmaker, archivist, and author Yousuf Saeed comes to Oakton Community College next month for two talks on popular Indian art and music.
Topical issues addressed in Oakton Emeritus Program Sep 21, 2012 12:00 AM
Join local experts for an analysis of international events and issues during Passport to the World, a series of foreign relations lectures offered by the Emeritus Program at Oakton in two eight-week sessions 1-2:30 p.m. Thursdays, starting Oct. 4, and 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Fridays, starting October 5. The series begins with Two People: One Future, which examines whether there could be a resolution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
Innovative Harper College manufacturing program spreading statewide Sep 20, 2012 12:00 AM
The U.S. Department of Labor has awarded $12.9 million in federal funding to expand Harper College's new Advanced Manufacturing program to schools statewide, U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin announced today. The program will expand to 20 more community colleges, including suburban campuses.
Editorial: A close-to-home economic strategySep 19, 2012 12:00 AM
As high school families begin staring down the imposing prospect of university tuitions and the apprehension of today's job market, they should remember that community colleges can provide both an affordable head start and a solid foundation for waiting jobs in manufacturing, a Daily Herald editorial says.