Articles filed under Diversity
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Chicago’s response to migrant influx stirs long-standing frustrations among Black residentsApr 21, 2024 6:00 am - The closure of Wadsworth Elementary School in 2013 was a blow to residents of the majority-Black neighborhood it served, symbolizing a city indifferent to their interests...
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High Road athletes train for Special OlympicsApr 14, 2024 10:43 am - High Road School students practiced their running and throwing in preparation for this weekend's Special Olympics track meet at Prospect High School. Under the direction ...
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In death, 3 decades after his trial verdict, O.J. Simpson still reflects America's racial dividesApr 12, 2024 2:17 pm - For many people old enough to remember O.J. Simpson’s murder trial, his 1995 exoneration was a defining moment in their understanding of race, policing and justice. Nearl...
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Business Expo to focus on Black and Brown entrepreneur supportApr 10, 2024 9:37 am - Following a successful year since the launch of its BRIDGES Committee for Black and Brown entrepreneurs, the Elgin Area Chamber of Commerce will hold its first Business E...
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Vatican blasts gender-affirming surgery, surrogacy and gender theory as violations of human dignityApr 08, 2024 7:54 am - VATICAN CITY — The Vatican on Monday declared gender-affirming surgery and surrogacy as grave violations of human dignity, putting them on par with abortion and euthanasi...
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Palatine High talent show sends Black History Month out in styleMar 27, 2024 12:19 pm - Catchy music and the stomps of cultural dances rang through the auditorium during lunch periods at Palatine High School’s second annual Black History Month Talent Show the final day of February.
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Irish Prime Minister Leo Varadkar says he’s quitting as head of his party and the countryMar 20, 2024 7:56 am - LONDON — Irish Prime Minister Leo Varadkar announced Wednesday that he will step down within weeks once a successor is chosen Varadkar announced Wednesday he is quitting...
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Suburban Muslims begin a somber Ramadan with prayers for peace in Gaza, calls for cease-fire and more aidMar 11, 2024 5:30 am - Faithful begin observing Islamic holy month Monday amid growing fears over rising anti-Muslim hate crimes in U.S. Each year, Alaa Abusaman eagerly awaits the start ...
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Volunteers pack 100K meals for families in needMar 09, 2024 4:57 pm - Fortifying meals for families in need were packed by 300 volunteers during an Islamic Relief USA event Saturday at College Preparatory School of America in Lombard. “We'r...
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‘The true spirit of unified’: Maine South honored by Special OlympicsMar 06, 2024 12:01 pm - Park Ridge’s Maine South High School has been honored for encouraging students with and without intellectual disabilities to spend time together.