Tanya Williams

Tanya Williams

Tanya covers positive and people-centered stories from across Chicago. From neighborhood events to inspiring local residents, she focuses on what brings our communities together. Tanya grew up in the city and believes every neighborhood has a story worth telling.

Chicago Businesses Launch Pride Merch to Support LGBTQ+ Youth After Hotline Cut
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Chicago Businesses Launch Pride Merch to Support LGBTQ+ Youth After Hotline Cut

CHICAGO — With the federal government announcing the end of “Option 3” on the national 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline—the line specifically designated for ...

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February Cyberattack Exposed Health Data of 564 Illinois Residents, State Says
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February Cyberattack Exposed Health Data of 564 Illinois Residents, State Says

ILLINOIS — Nearly 600 Illinois residents had their private health and identification data compromised in a February phishing attack that targeted a state employee, ...

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Small Amounts of Fentanyl Can Lead to Felony Charges Under Illinois Law
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Small Amounts of Fentanyl Can Lead to Felony Charges Under Illinois Law

ILLINOIS — As the opioid crisis continues to ravage communities nationwide, Illinois remains one of the toughest states on fentanyl-related offenses. Even small amounts ...

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Illinois Man Saves Teen’s Life With AED at Disney World
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How One Illinois Doctor Reminded Us All to Act With Humanity: Bravery in Action!

ILLINOIS — A vacation turned into a life-saving mission for Dr. Jeffery Schiappa, a suburban Chicago physician who jumped into action after spotting a ...

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Alexandra Kay Turns Coffee Dream Into Reality in Illinois
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From TikTok to Main Street: Alexandra Kay Turns Coffee Dream Into Reality in Illinois

ILLINOIS — Fans of viral coffee-making videos and heartfelt country tunes lined up by the hundreds in Waterloo, Illinois, this week to celebrate the ...

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Health Officials Detected West Nile Virus in 17 Illinois Counties
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Health Officials Detected West Nile Virus in 17 Illinois Counties

ILLINOIS — State health officials are raising awareness after West Nile Virus-positive mosquitoes were detected in 17 Illinois counties, a significant increase from the ...

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Illinois Residents Legal Ways to Push Back on Local Ordinances
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Illinois Residents Legal Ways to Push Back on Local Ordinances

CHICAGO — Whether it’s a new curfew rule, a controversial development plan, or street surveillance policy, many Chicagoans and suburban residents are feeling unheard ...

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Illinois Toddler Goes From Heart Failure to Hope — Deserves Every Resident’s Attention
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Illinois Toddler Goes From Heart Failure to Hope — Deserves Every Resident’s Attention

ILLINOIS — A toddler from DeKalb, born with a failing heart and life-threatening complications, is alive today thanks to Medicaid — but now her ...

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Safe Schools for All Act Heads to Governor, Protecting Immigrant Students in Illinois
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Safe Schools for All Act Heads to Governor, Protecting Immigrant Students in Illinois

ILLINOIS — Immigrant rights groups and educators are awaiting final approval of the Safe Schools for All Act, a newly passed bill in Illinois ...

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12-Year-Old Elgin Cancer Survivor Meets Unicorn Thanks To Make-A-Wish Illinois
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12-Year-Old Elgin Cancer Survivor Meets Unicorn Thanks To Make-A-Wish Illinois

ELGIN — A heartwarming moment unfolded in Elgin this week when 12-year-old cancer survivor Valentina Robles had her greatest wish come true — meeting ...

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