Madhu Krishnamurthy
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U-46 educators say social justice, racial equity begins in schoolsJun 20, 2020 1:00 am - Education is “the civil rights issue of our generation,” Elgin High School Principal Krystal Thomas said, quoting former U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan. “And if...
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U-46 to begin summer conditioning camps MondayJun 20, 2020 1:00 am - After months of working out by himself, Alec Palella is looking forward to training outdoors with teammates to get in shape for the fall football season. "I'm just ready...
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Northbrook village leaders set diversity goalsJun 19, 2020 5:23 am - Northbrook village leaders are considering forming a diversity task force and adopting an inclusivity pledge spurred by nationwide Black Lives Matter protests against po...
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Northbrook needs multiple efforts to combat racism, Ciesla saysJun 19, 2020 1:00 am - Tackling racial injustices requires a multipronged approach on various fronts, from what children are taught in schools to everyday interactions at workplaces, houses of...
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U-46 leaders talk bias training, hiring more minority staffJun 17, 2020 1:00 am - Elgin Area School District U-46 leaders this week outlined ways to improve school climate and culture for all students, especially those who feel marginalized and need a...
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'We are doing vital services for the community': Des Plaines shrine prepares for reopeningJun 15, 2020 5:30 am - One of the most revered Catholic shrines for Latinos north of Mexico City is gearing up for reopening later this month. Public Masses will start June 28 at the Des Plai...
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ECC launches Black Lives Matter series; lawmakers push police reformJun 13, 2020 1:00 am - Pain. Frustration. Anger. Love. Understanding. Hope. These emotions have been simmering within Faith Jones since protests and riots erupted nationwide against police bru...
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U-46 to host virtual graduations for the first time SaturdayJun 11, 2020 1:00 am - Graduation Day won't be exactly what Mahima Dave expected when entering senior year at South Elgin High School. "For all of us, our plans shifted," said the 17-year-old ...
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Are diners really 6 feet apart at suburban restaurants? Officials are getting few complaints.Jun 10, 2020 5:15 am - In most cases, officials say
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ECC students, community discuss policing in the U.S.Jun 10, 2020 1:00 am - Keonte Terrell has seen anti-black racism in action. Cops have pulled guns on him and his friends, and his grandmother has been pepper sprayed. "We've been through it al...