Chicago’s LGBTQ Pride festivities are officially underway, culminating in the Chicago Pride Parade on June 24. Between Uptown and Lincoln Park, there’s a whole lot to do and celebrate all month long. While June is National Pride Month, Pride is more than a time for fun in the sun. It’s a month rooted in the […]
Given the growing cost of gasoline and the popularity of eco-conscious consumer decisions, it’s no wonder that electric vehicles have become more commonplace. With more than two dozen models now commercially available, some 800,000 Americans have made the switch to driving EVs. But no matter what you drive, that won’t always make the commute from
Uber really has changed the transportation world as we know it. Since its formation in 2009, it has launched many different programs that have made an impact on our daily lives. The first is its taxi service. While many people may think that paying for an Uber every day is more expensive than owning a
Owning a car is still considered to be a rite of passage for many Americans. It represents autonomy, freedom, and adventure. And considering that 35% of U.S. households own three or more cars, it’s clear that we still value the idea of being able to provide our own transportation. But that may be changing —
As our awareness surrounding environmental impact continues to grow, the number of options available for eco-conscious consumers continues to grow. And since those embracing green lifestyles may also be seeking high-tech options for their homes, these advancements may offer more than mere energy efficiency: they might even look like something out of a futuristic film.
Hair loss can do a lot of harm to a person’s self-esteem. They will usually feel like they’ll do anything just to get a little bit of their hair back. But instead of growing it back, hair loss may actually be able to be stopped in its tracks. About 47% of hair loss sufferers said
UPDATED 12/7/20 For construction workers, it is important to pay attention to back pain. The common misconception is that pain is gain and if you don’t feel pain, you didn’t work hard enough. That is not true. Back pain and muscle pain are indicators of improper lifting. Never lean over to pick up something. Despite
Dental coverage may soon be offered to everyone eligible under Illinois’ Medicaid program. The Illinois Senate recently voted to expand the state’s Medicaid program to provide dental coverage to not only children and those who are pregnant but everyone eligible for Medicaid. According to Senator Omar Aquino, D-Chicago, the Medicaid expansion would help to cover
It’s no secret that America’s transit ridership has been on the decline since 2014. However, a recent report released by the Federal Transit Administration’s National Transit Database shows the decline in bus ridership may be more troubling than originally thought. Between 2016 and 2017, total public transit ridership has decreased by 2.5% and bus ridership
Student loan debt has been hindering millennials for years; now it’s causing harm to the motorcycle industry. According to MarketWatch, the motorcycle industry has been increasingly struggling due to millennials’ disinterest in purchasing motorcycles in light of financial burdens. Over the past year, Harley-Davidson Inc. has been dropping in stock by as much as 29%.