Local stories
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Combatting a mental health stigma
“Mental health should be part of the conversation just like any physical illness, but with…
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Highland Park boy honored by Israeli Museum
Two boats ride a sea of blue. In between them is the Statue of Liberty.…
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Strong, vibrant, and determined
On Oct. 11, 17 Bank of America Chicago Marathon runners not only crossed the finish…
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PJ Library reaches its 7,000th household in Chicago
More families receiving free Jewish books than in any other city
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Chicago Jewish community mourns the passing of Michael C. Kotzin
Michael C. Kotzin was one of the Chicago Jewish community’s preeminent leaders and one of…
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JUF mourns the passing of Michael C. Kotzin
It is with profound sadness that we write to tell you of the passing of…
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Early Intervention has been critical for our son; now it's in critical condition
On Jan. 17, my husband and I welcomed a baby boy into our lives. Within…
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The Shabbos Project: Celebrating Shabbat — as one people
The Shabbos Project, an effort to get the world’s Jews to celebrate one Shabbat together, begins…
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Chicago artist participates in Jerusalem Biennial for Contemporary Art
Chicago artist Lilach Schrag traveled to Jerusalem in September to participate in the opening of…
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A tribute to Israeli Author Sami Michael Oct. 7-9 at NU
The Crown Family Center for Jewish and Israel Studies at Northwestern University and the Heksherim…