The Illinois Muslim Civic Coalition is urging faith communities to support proposed legislation that would ensure all state-run facilities, including prisons, hospitals, and public schools, offer halal and kosher meal options upon request.
Elgin Area School District U-46 s bilingual program is marking 50 years of helping students become bilingual and biliterate. It has evolved from just a few classes at select sites into an award-winning dual language program offered districtwide starting in prekindergarten through high school.
The Hispanic Illinois State Law Enforcement Association recently awarded Jo Ann Armenta of Elgin, a retired Illinois State Police sergeant, the Hector Jordan Lifetime Achievement Award.
Vernon Hills teen Kandarp Vadia always had a wonder for learning math. He s been involved in math competitions since fourth grade and now focuses on tutoring younger students in advanced math to prepare them for competitions and extracurricular teams.