Articles filed under Diversity
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Trump’s immigration crackdown led to drop in US growth rate last year as population hit 342 millionJan 27, 2026 9:57 am - President Donald Trump's crackdown on immigration contributed to a year-to-year drop in the nation's growth rate as the U.S. population reached nearly 342 million people in 2025, according to population estimates released Tuesday by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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‘I could see it as a teaching tool’: Local experts praise new autistic Barbie DollJan 25, 2026 2:30 am - Suburban doctors and therapists are praising one of the latest Barbie creations from Mattel for providing a spotlight to an often marginalized community.
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Leaders honor legacy of Dr. King at 56th annual Remembrance Dinner in PalatineJan 18, 2026 1:54 pm - After a tumultuous year, suburban government and religious leaders gathered Saturday in Palatine to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with a call to reaffirm his dream of the nation becoming a model of social justice for the world.
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Elgin’s 41st annual MLK prayer breakfast features speakers, music, awardsJan 17, 2026 3:51 pm - The 41st annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Prayer Breakfast at Elgin Community College featured speakers, music and awards.
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Honoring Martin Luther King Jr.: A list of suburban eventsJan 13, 2026 3:23 pm - Martin Luther King Jr. Day is Monday, Jan. 19. These upcoming events, celebrations and services will pay tribute to the civil rights leader.
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‘Freedom isn’t automatic’: Elgin to honor MLK’s legacy with annual prayer breakfastJan 06, 2026 1:58 pm - For the 41st year, community members in Elgin will meet to honor the spirit and memory of Martin Luther King Jr. with their annual prayer breakfast Jan. 17 at Elgin Community College.
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Letter writing campaign spreads pride and holiday cheerDec 12, 2025 10:00 am - The Pinta Pride Project held an event Thursday at Original Bagel & Bialy in Buffalo Grove, where people wrote letters sending holiday greetings to the LGBTQ community.
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Work by Cherokee Nation artist on display at MCCNov 17, 2025 12:15 pm - McHenry County College will display “Resilient Joy” by artist Hattie Lee Mendoza, a member of the Cherokee Nation, through Dec. 19.
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Chicago civil rights leader Jesse Jackson hospitalized for rare neurological disorderNov 13, 2025 2:55 pm - The Rev. Jesse Jackson, who has been receiving around-the-clock care at home, has been hospitalized with a rare neurological disorder, according to his Chicago-based organization.
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Chicago’s children are getting caught in the chaos of immigration crackdownsOct 28, 2025 7:46 am - In Chicago, children and families have been traumatized by an immigration enforcement action involving tear gas. Residents, including U.S. citizens and people with permission to live or work here, say they are terrified, worried about being targeted. Teachers and community members are struggling to reassure children while dealing with their own fears. The community remains on edge, with many questioning their safety and future.