As thousands scurried to take advantage of Black Friday, Small Business Saturday and Cyber Week sales, I was reminded of a quote from St. Vincent de Paul: "Your mere presence will touch their hearts."
Read MoreA witness had just lied, and defense lawyer Eugene Murawski knew exactly what he wanted to do — impeach him and get the statement stricken from the record.
Read MoreMore than half a dozen financial advisers who have shown remarkable charitable leadership and personal commitment were honored Thursday night at the sixth annual Community Leadership Awards.
Read MoreChad Tischer, a principal at DiMeo Schneider & Associates LLC in Chicago, has been an after-school tutor for the Midtown Educational Foundation for 10 years and considers it a part of his normal routine.
Read MorePatricia Miller, co-founder of the Vera Bradley empire, came to Chicago to speak to young girls about Friendship, Fashion & Philanthropy-The Vera Bradley Story at the Metro Advancement Council's annual luncheon. The 15th annual luncheon benefits Chicago's Metro Achievement Center for Girls.
Read More"A mother must be physically strong, emotionally stronger, and spiritually strongest." This is the message that Pascale Burns, mother of four and Midtown Educational Foundation advocate, shared with more than 200 mothers on Saturday, Feb. 18.
Read MoreJust when you think you've "been there, done that," think again. So says Leona Martin a mother of four.
Read MoreFans who attended the Bulls' Jan. 1 game and donated a new children's coat or $15 or more received a ticket which allowed them to meet Korver and get an autograph.
Read MoreHundreds of kids will be cozy this winter, thanks to an effort by the Chicago Bulls called "Operation Warm."
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