Online Resources
Available anywhere: the Chicago Tribune archives, Mango Languages, Morningstar, eBooks, magazines and much more.
Chicago Sun-Times Collection
Research Chicago history through the Chicago Sun-Times Historical and Current Collection with coverage from 1929 through current.
Digital Museum Passes
Get access to attractions across Illinois, including museums, historical societies, zoos and more.
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Get personal feedback on your resume within 24 hours from an online writing coach.
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Do you need to build your computer skills? Chicago DigitalLearn has short video courses to help you learn how to use a computer.
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