Francine Knowles – Page 8

Column: Diversity at Governors State comes from intentional recruitment efforts, not affirmative action

July 10, 2023 at 3:08 p.m.

Governors State University will maintain its diverse student population and commitment to diversity despite last month's landmark U.S. Supreme Court ruling gutting affirmative action in college admissions, officials say. "We...

Mike and Dixie Church have a cocktail and enjoy a campfire on June 14, 2023, outside their RV along the Kishwaukee River at the Holiday Acres Camping Resort RV park in Garden Prairie, Illinois.

Home sweet RV home: Living full time in an RV offers new adventures, but it also adds a layer of complexity to everyday tasks

July 9, 2023 at 5:00 a.m.

Michael and Dixie Church were ready to let go of what they call "the sticks and bricks" traditional home. So in 2018, the retirees sold their Crystal Lake house and...

Dr. Nicole Williams, an obstetrician, gynecologist and surgeon, also is legislative chair of the Cook County Physicians Association, an association of Black physicians and founder of Chicago-based The Gynecology Institute of Chicago Ltd.

Column: Cook County Commissioner Donna Miller to hold hearing regarding maternal death rates

June 26, 2023 at 3:32 p.m.

Cook County resident Maylene Pena, a 40-year-old mother of three, nearly lost her life due to childbirth complications with her second child, and endured pregnancy related complications with all three...

Alison Parker, resource development manager at Palos Heights-based Pathlights.

Column: Palos Heights-based Pathlights raises funds and awareness to combat elder abuse, improve safety

June 12, 2023 at 12:57 p.m.

One in 10 adults over the age of 60 have experienced some form of elder abuse, according to the National Council on Aging. It labels these despicable acts a silent...

Column: Matteson woman committed to helping others tap into the power of sisterhood

May 29, 2023 at 5:30 a.m.

Felicia Bates Pointer believes in the power of sisterhood. That prompted her to launch Just Us Sistahs Talking. The Matteson-based organization provides support to women battling breast cancer, gives scholarships...

Column: Higher interest rates may keep lid on south, southwest suburban home prices

May 15, 2023 at 4:40 p.m.

As the prime time spring and summer home buying and selling season starts to shift into full gear, south and southwest suburban real estate brokers say reality checks are in...

Governors State University graduating senior Jessica Garcia, of Lansing, will receive a bachelor's degree in elementary education and is eager to enter the workforce.

Despite mixed signs from economy, Class of ’23 optimistic about job prospects

May 1, 2023 at 4:28 p.m.

The overall hiring outlook for this year's graduating college seniors is positive, though not as bright as last year because some industries plan to pull back, according to a new...

Marikay Peter Witlock works on a project in her studio space at Union Street Gallery, along with artist Mary Ann Trzyna.

Column: Union Street Gallery is a hidden Chicago Heights gem

April 3, 2023 at 5:03 p.m.

Artists and staff at Chicago Heights-based Union Street Gallery often hear from first time visitors, "Wow, I didn't know you were here. You're a hidden gem." As it has done...

The Rev. Brenda Mitchell, of University Park created a grief support group, Healing Circles, to help others deal with grief and trauma. She is a recipient of the 2023 Peggy A. Montes Unsung Heroine Award.

Column: Two south suburban women earn recognition for facilitating grief support, technology opportunities

March 20, 2023 at 5:50 p.m.

The Rev. Brenda Mitchell has turned pain into purpose by helping others who've lost loved ones to gun violence heal. Karimiah McKee has worked to expose more women and girls...

Cook County Commissioner Monica Gordon speaks during the legislative breakfast at the Palos Heights Recreation Center.

Column: Advocates call for increased funding for caregivers and other senior programs

March 7, 2023 at 12:54 p.m.

"There are only four kinds of people in the world: those who have been caregivers, those who are currently caregivers, those who will be caregivers and those who will need...

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