Financial literacy pilot launching at Thornwood High School in 2025
A planning committee will devise the curriculum, which will also include a board of wealth advisors to be a resource for students and the broader community.
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Harvey Public Library District board appoints two new members after trustee abruptly resigns
Felicia Powell Johnson and Angelette Taylor were named to the board in November, filling two vacancies left by a death and an abrupt resignation.
TTHS SD205 has saved south suburban taxpayers nearly $35 million through abatements, official says
Since 2018, the district has saved property owners millions since its applied for and secured tax abatements through the Illinois State Board of Education.
Harvey illegally cancels public comment at council meeting, violating open meetings law
After police once again removed residents, the council voted to end the meeting without giving residents their required time to speak.
Police intimidate residents at City Council meeting as brass announces changes to exit procedure
In September, Harvey Police Chief Cameron Biddings announced residents must exit premises after a meeting’s adjournment before the council members can exit the building.
Yelling and arguing ensue after Harvey library trustee accuses board of violating state transparency laws
In September, Harvey’s public library tensions came to bare as one board member dissented to most key votes, including naming a new president, vice president, and treasurer.
TTHS SD205 partners with children’s hospital on sexual abuse curriculum. Is it enough?
Thornton Township High Schools District 205’s new program will integrate sexual abuse prevention training into health classes and offer after-school guidance sessions for youth.
With rampant drug trafficking, MWRD doubles down on stormwater initiative
Fentanyl overdoses and carjackings aren't stopping the water treatment agency from building a pond on 153rd St. and Myrtle Ave.
New details emerge about fourth of July tension between township officials and school board president
The former chief of staff to Tiffany Henyard accused her of recording a phone call between Henyard and District 205 school board President Nina Graham.
Clerk’s office didn’t include treasurer’s report or mayor’s order for public removal in city records
The city’s record keeper isn’t going to document a chaotic public comment at one council meeting where the mayor booted the entire audience from City Hall.
