Paying for public school parenting, digital billboards on Chicago property: Chat Room
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On Thursday's Chat Room, Sun-Times Splash Editor and consultant Rochelle Trotter discuss two very controversial topics: Pay-per-performance parenting and advertising on city property.
Mayor Emmanuel has developed a partnership with Walgreen's which would give parents a $25 gift card if they show up for parent teacher conferences and pick up report cards.
Susanna thinks this is a great idea because the focus has been on the teachers for too long. Now the mayor is focusing on the parents and their role in assisting with their childrens education, and an incentive of this kind is a good idea.
Rochelle disagreed, stating that this is simply playing into the already horrible stereotype which exists around low income, ethnic moms - always looking for a handout! She said $25 should be given as a reward to those who are doing the right thing like involved parents or teachers who spend their own money on the kids.
Next the ladies discussed the very controversial proposal to sell city space to private outdoor advertising companies as a revenue builder.
Rochelle likes the idea as it could cut millions off of the city budget deficit. Susanna agreed, stating the plans in place will ensure the ads are located in appropriate locations - versus the Wabash outdoor advertising fiasco.
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Every time a tornado makes news, the local public cannot help but think about what happened in this area, back in 1967. A destructive storm system hit the southwest suburbs 46 years ago.
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Four-time Emmy winner and star of Northlight Theatre's "Stella and Lou" Rhea Perlman joined Bill Zwecker to speak on the world premiere and teaming up with fellow "Cheers" alum Kirstie Alley again very soon!
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Jean Alves is a registered dietician at Rush University Medical Center. She explained what "drunkorexia"can do to your body and brain in the short term, as well as its lasting effects.
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Deanna Stellato, Director of Aesthetics at the Geldner Center shared easy, do-it-yourself skin care tips for home remedies that require ingredients that you may already have in your kitchen!
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Didn't think camping was possible in our city? Think again! The Chicago Park District is now offering "urban camping," where you and your family can experience the outdoors without going very far at all.
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Country crooner Rick Monroe is on the Jagermeister country tour, which stops in Bloomington and South Bend this week. He performed his new single "Just the Same" for Good Day Chicago on Monday!
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