This Week in Illinois History

May 5, 1875
Dr. Alonzo Kenniebrew of Jacksonville, IL., who established the first African-American owned surgical hospital in the U.S., was born on this day in 1875.

Archive of Illinois History

Blackout Solutions
Read Blackout Solutions, the plan for Illinois' energy future. Sign up for e-mail updates and action alerts. Submit comments in the electronic suggestion box.

Clean Water Illinois
Your link to information about the Illinois River Coordinating Council, It's Our River Day, Chicago River Summit and the Mud-to-Parks project.

Green Solutions
An online guide to creating healthy and environmentally friendly workplaces and homes. Check out the online carpool matching service.

Healthy Communities
Take your first steps to a healthier life by exploring Lt. Governor Quinn's Healthy Communities Resource Center.

Illinois Carpool
Conserve fuel, save money and enjoy a more pleasant ride. Find a carpool today at IllinoisCarpool.org.

Illinois Connect
Learn about the Technology Immersion Pilot Project and the Broadband Deployment Council.

Illinois Main Street
An innovative program that helps historic business districts revitalize their economies. Check out the online calendar of events.

Illinois to the World
Learn how Lt. Governor Quinn is Standing Up for Global Understanding to promote peace and economic prosperity.

Just 4 Kids
Games, projects and information for kids.

Operation Home Front
Learn about Operation Home Front and the Illinois Military Family Relief Fund. Information about legal rights for reservists and National Guard troops.

Rural Affairs Council
The Rural Affairs Council is improving education, transportation and human services opportunities in rural Illinois.

Save Our Eagles
Information about eagle watching in Illinois and the successful preservation of Plum Island, featuring a list of eagle watching events.

Service Learning Programs
Discover ways to broaden your knowledge and make your community a better place by participating in service learning programs.

Taxpayer Action
Learn about the Earned Income Tax Credit and find free tax preparation centers.

Violin Initiative
Discover the beauty of music in this resource center for violinists.

Walk Across Illinois
Walk Across Illinois encourages Illinois residents to walk at least 167 miles, the equivalent of walking across Illinois from the Mississippi River to Lake Michigan, over the course of a year. Take your first step today!