“We have to inspire our children and grandchildren to take on challenges and risks that at first may seem to be overwhelming, or even impossible. They need to understand that the only failure is not trying.” - President Carter Happy Presidents Day!

Happy Presidents’ Day! Today, Illinois is proud to honor the incredible legacy of our state’s very own President Lincoln and Obama and the progress they made for not only Illinoisans but all Americans.

Robbie Gould, the former kicker for the Bears, is the new head football coach at northwest suburban Rolling Meadows High School. trib.al/mpgmbAe

Two Fer Tuesday! The Hancock and Sears Tower struck at 8:06pm this evening. #lightning #storm #ilwx #weather #news #chicago

The Countdown to St Patrick's Day. It all starts tomorrow. Images twice a day of Ireland and of Chicago celebrating St. Paddy's Day.

Check out my client Lizzy Lopez in this Chicago Food Mag interview about how she got her start farming agave in Mexico & how she's growing her brand, with Tequila 1349 Blanco & Reposado now in Binny's & restaurants/bars all over Chicago. #KQC bit.ly/3IpNDZU

It was an honor to interview Ukrainian ballet dancers Oleksandr Stoianov & Kateryna Kukhar & tell their story as they prepare to perform "Giselle" in Chicago tomorrow, as part of Grand Kyiv Ballet's U.S. tour that is raising money & awareness. bit.ly/3v22ZAz Mekky Media

Hey now, hey now Don't dream it's over Hey now, hey now When the world comes in They come, they come To build a wall between us We know they won't win Neil Finn beamed in to Sphere last weekend to sing his song with us for Yulia Navalnaya, who is continuing the fight for freedom

Check out my dad's op-ed in the Chicago Trib today. A former Republican's analysis of Trump and what's become of the party. Very proud of my dad for speaking out, not always an easy thing to do where Trump is concerned. chicagotribune.com/2024/03/11/opi…

Great news! 🎉🐙 The first octopus farming ban in the country passed in Washington state and the Governor has just signed it into law! H.B. 1153 prohibits the farming of octopuses — a practice that is inhumane and carries significant environmental and public health risks.

My client Lizzy Lopez is in Authority Magazine telling her story of becoming an agave farmer & launching Tequila 1349. She'll also soon be back on WGN and on NBC doing #CincodeMayo cocktail demos. Well-deserved media attn. for Lizzy's growing business! #KQC bit.ly/4aFO1PR

The sight of a #beagle will brighten one’s day within 1.33 seconds of exposure. #beaglefacts 📷 David Thompson / Twitter

Meet Tom Cruise! This sweet senior kitty is ready to curl up and enjoy retirement. You’ll find this boy curled up on your lap or snuggled up next to you at all times. Adopt sweet Tom Cruise today! 🐱pawschicago.org/pet-available-…

Chicago is the most walkable city in the U.S., as reported by Travel + Leisure! 🚶 The rankings show that only 28 minutes are needed to get between some of the city's most iconic attractions on foot. #ChicaGOandKNOW

I stand w. student journalists of Indiana Daily Student & call on Indiana University to reinvest in student media. It's impossible to overstate the impact my IDS experience has had on my skills/career for 30+ years. It was-and IS-an essential campus resource & learning opp. that must be supported.

Do Nothing For Three Minutes Take a minute, turn up the volume as we leave you this Sunday surrounded by spring wildflowers at the Mark Twain National Forest in Missouri. Videographer: Scot Miller. cbsn.ws/3waMrXK

Kustra-Quinn Communications is once again proud to be a sponsor of PAWSChicago Beach Party at Offshore Rooftop on 7/25. One of the best nights of the summer! Support PAWS’ lifesaving work. Bring your dogs—they’ll get the royal treatment! Tickets: donate.pawschicago.org/event/beach-pa…

Meet the pups headed to the Chicago Cubs adoption event at Gallagher Way Chicago this Wednesday, May 22nd, from 11:30am - 2pm! Wyman, Frida, Lulu, and Jericho can’t wait to shake paws with you and hopefully score some home runs while they’re at it!

I truly miss the pre-Trump political world.