The Chicago Police Department men's and women's soccer clubs are hosting a fundraiser next weekend to benefit victims of a deadly 7.4 earthquake that hit Colombia earlier this week.
More than a month after a deadly house explosion, residents of Wonder Lake gathered to support a family still recovering from the tragedy, demonstrating the close-knit community's willingness to come together in times of need.
Since its inception, the Chicago Memorial Foundation has raised close to $25 million for CPD families in need of assistance.
Helping young women reach their potential in sports and beyond was the goal of a fundraiser last week.
A Kankakee family is on a mission to build something for their special needs son that can be enjoyed by children of all abilities.
A total of 40 out of the band's 75 students are going to the competition. Band Director Everett Newchurch hopes to afford to take them all next year.