Local stories
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Local Jewish health and human services leaders visit Springfield
The governor, the house speaker, the senate president, Republican leadership, and more than 30 legislators…
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Chicago Rabbi Herman Schaalman turns 100
On April 28, Rabbi Herman E. Schaalman – the oldest living Rerform rabbi -- celebrated…
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Isaac Mizrahi talks creativity, fashion, Judaism—and gardenias—at Women’s Division’s Spring Event
"You know how comfortable I am around Jewish women."
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Turning new grads into young Jewish leaders
From cap and gown to life in Chi-Town
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Illinois Holocaust Museum unveils plan for new state-of-the-art interactive galleries
Chicago-Area Museum Announces the $30 Million “Commit to the Future” Capital Campaign
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Harold Dembo to receive legal service award in June
Since 2010, Dembo—a partner at the law firm of Much Shelist and chair of its…
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Happiness expert to speak to JUF Young Women’s City Council about living a joyful, purpose-driven life
Carin Rockind used to dream of being a cheerleader. Growing up in Detroit, she’d travel…
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Walter Roth gives a voice to unsung heroes of Jewish Chicago
History only retains its meaning when it records the lives of people from all walks…
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Gov. Rauner hosts second annual model Seder
Gov. Bruce Rauner and First Lady Diana Rauner hosted their second annual model Passover Seder…
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CFJE to provide $350,000 in grants to invigorate Jewish congregational schools, early childhood centers
The new round of grants will provide $350,000 to grow and improve educational programs at…