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Beloved high school band director retires after 33-year career
PALOS HEIGHTS, Ill. (CBS) – Saying goodbye to a job you love is never easy, and that was the case for one beloved teacher who made the tough decision to leave behind generations of students who said there's no one like him.Chris Pitlik, or Mr. P, is the band director at Shepard High School in Palos Heights, and one of Chicago's Hidden Gems. But when CBS 2 recently visited, it was on a sad note as the band got ready for Mr. P's last concert, just hours before he'd put down his baton and retire.Reporter: "If you had to pick...
Hammond schools may host ShotSpotter sensors
The city of Hammond is moving ahead with ShotSpotter technology. Earlier this year, the city announced it had reached an agreement to install the gunshot detection system throughout the city. Now, the Hammond School Board has agreed to allow some of the acoustic sensors to be installed on its school buildings.
New Multicultural Wellness Center brings mental health into focus at South Suburban College
SOUTH HOLLAND, Ill. (May 30, 2024) – As Mental Health Awareness Month in May winds down, June 3 marks the start of the summer semester at South Suburban College. The main campus, located at 15800 South State Street in South Holland, celebrated the grand opening of its Multicultural Wellness Center in February of this year.
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