Pride Action Fund News Today

On Wednesday, rainbow-colored flags were hoisted outside homes, businesses and churches for the start of Pride Month to celebrate the LGBTQ community in the suburbs and beyond. The flag also went up at some government-owned properties, including village halls, parks and libraries -- some being raised there for the first time.

Seven suburban youths are among the 21 high school students chosen to serve on the Illinois State Board of Educations 2021-22 Student Advisory Council.