The Chicago City Council voted to pass and codify the City Clerk’s No-Fee Veterans City Sticker pilot into a permanent program that now also includes small trucks. Those who have a Veteran designation on their Illinois Driver’s License or Illinois State ID are eligible to receive a free Vehicle City Sticker. Veterans with ex-Prisoner of War, Purple-Heart Recipient, I-Served and […]
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The Chicago Department of Aviation recently unveiled a new gallery exhibit titled “American Heroes: Portraits of Service” at Midway International Airport. The exhibit is located in the pedestrian walkway between the CTA Orange Line station and the terminal. Organized by the CDA in partnership with Belmont Village Senior Living and co-sponsored by Harrison Street, the exhibit features portraits of 65 […]
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Lake County Forest Preserve officials have agreed to move forward with a plan to convey 4.7 acres of its property for the expansion of the Fort Sheridan National Cemetery. Playing a role in that decision was a petition with 699 signatures favoring the land transfer, which extend use of the cemetery for 50 years. The petition was submitted to the […]
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The Veterans Administration has expanded eligibility for health care and benefits for Veterans who may have been exposed to hazardous materials — including burn pits, radiation, Agent Orange, and other Gulf War toxins — during their military service. The Sergeant First Class (SFC) Heath Robinson Honoring our Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics (PACT) Act adds more than 20 new presumptive […]
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Illinois Governor JB Pritzker requested that all flags be flown at half-staff on June 30 to honor the passing of Hershel “Woody” Williams, the nation’s last remaining World War II Medal of Honor recipient. Woody demonstrated bravery and service to his country beyond measure as he served in the Battle of Iwo Jima with the 21st Marines, 3d Marine Division. […]
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A group of nurses at Hines VA Hospital recently rallied a team of volunteers to create a memorial garden at the hospital to honor “fallen” staff members and Veterans. The garden features memorial stones organized around a heart motif along with benches, day lilies, roses, hanging bells, crystal birds and a patriotic windsock. “The garden provides a place for peaceful […]
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On July 16, the State of Illinois will activate 988, the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, where compassionate, accessible care and support are available for anyone experiencing mental health–related distress. 988 is the new three-digit number for calls, available in multiple languages. People can dial 988 if they are having thoughts of suicide, mental health or substance use crises, or any […]
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President Joe Biden has nominated Army Gen. Christopher G. Cavoli to become the new commander of U.S. European Command and Supreme Allied Commander Europe. At the same time, NATO announced the nomination of Gen. Cavoli as Supreme Allied Commander Europe. If confirmed, he will take charge at a critical juncture as the world grapples with Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Gen. […]
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More than $12,000 in items for newborns were donated to female Veterans on April 2 at Jesse Brown VA Medical Center in Chicago. Twenty-four expectant mothers and their families received hundreds of dollars in infant necessities in the course of the day. Upon arrival at the Jesse Brown VA entrance, the Veterans were greeted with balloons, applause and cheers. Soon […]
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On March 29, the nation paused to commemorate Vietnam Veterans Day. William Kane, president of the Board of Directors of the National Vietnam War Museum, issued the following statement to mark the occasion: “Today we honor all Vietnam Veterans who served in our Armed Forces during the Vietnam War. “Vietnam Veterans Day was signed into law five years ago to […]
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