RNRA Chicago

Chicago’s traditional rite of spring for runners and fitness enthusiasts, the Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle 8K travels through the Loop and adjacent neighborhoods including River North where Course Marshal volunteers play a vital role supporting the participants, spectators and community. Community members and neighborhood partners who live or work on or near the course are…

Alderman Reilly is looking for qualified applicants to serve as Election Judges for the March 18th Primary Election. Election  Judges are assigned to polling places, and they are responsible for  making sure that the polling place opens and closes on time, and that  the election is run smoothly. Election  judges earn $170 for their service,…

In a Primary Election, citizens vote to determine which candidate will represent their political party in the General Election. Grace Period Voter Registration Grace Period Voter Registration is the safety-net program for those who missed the standard deadline to register – Tuesday, February 18, 2014. Grace Period Voter Registration is offered through March 15, 2014…

A water tower on the roof of 409 W. Huron Street was found to be tilted and leaking water. As a precaution, the Chicago Fire Department immediately ordered the shutdown of surrounding streets, including Huron, Erie, Sedgwick and Hudson Streets. In addition to Chicago Fire Department personnel, the Chicago Police Department, Chicago Department of Buildings,…

Recent snow, salt treatments and thaw-freeze cycles this winter season have led to a significant increase in the number of potholes on city streets.  The Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT) continues to work diligently to keep up with the growing number of potholes.  CDOT uses the City’s 3-1-1 system to help them identify potholes that…

The Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) cordially invites all Chicago residents and visitors to attend the Chicago Cultural Center Winter Open House. Friday, February 21, 2014 11:00am – 7:30pm Chicago Cultural Center 78 E. Washington Street Chicago IL, 60602Live entertainment begins at 11 a.m. with the Juicebox performance  series and continues with…

In a Primary Election, citizens vote to determine which candidate will represent their political party in the General Election. Voter Registration  There are several ways to register to vote before the Tuesday, February 18, 2014 deadline: Complete the Illinois Voter Registration Application Visit the Chicago Board of Elections at 69 W. Washington, 6th Floor Visit an…

From the City of Chicago, here are are some cold weather reminders for our residents: DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH The Chicago Department of Public Health reminds residents to take extra precautions to stay warm and avoid hypothermia and frostbite. Residents should avoid unnecessary trips outside, and if it is necessary to go outside, wear several…

A new Illinois law narrowing the use of disability parking placards went into effect Wednesday, January 1st. The law allows free metered parking only for drivers who receive placards based on their doctor’s attesting that they meet certain criteria as defined in the law.As of January 16th, the City of Chicago is now issuing tickets…