Thursday, July 31
Officials, Local Organizations Search for Housing for Migrant Children
City of Chicago officials and other local organizations reportedly are working to find one or more sites that could hold up to 1,000 beds for hundreds of unaccompanied children migrating from Central America to the U.S.-Mexico border in the coming year.
NJ Town OKs Boardwalk Ban on Saggy Pants
Civil libertarians say the law is unconstitutional and predict it will be overturned if challenged in court.
"Hindsight" is now punishable by a $25 fine in this Jersey Shore resort. Wildwood passed a law last year night banning overly saggy pants on the boardwalk, prompted by numerous complaints from longtime visitors about having to see people's rear ends hanging out in public.
South Suburban College to Offer Adult Basic Education Courses
South Suburban College’s (SSC) Division of Adult Education is offering new courses for adults to develop core educational skills.
Renovation of Broadview’s Beverly Recreation Center Scheduled
The park projects are part of Quinn’s $31 billion Illinois Jobs Now, program.
Parents and children who live near Broadview, Ill., will soon enjoy a newly renovated Beverly Recreation Center at Cermak Road and 25th Avenue, thanks to $1.2 million bestowed to the Broadview Park District via Ill. Gov. Pat Quinn's capital investment funded Illinois Jobs Now! construction program.
Chicago State West Campus Q&A
Chicago Citizen Newspaper recently spoke with CSU’s West Side Campus Development Project Manager, Bruce Washington
In recognition of Chicago State University (CSU) recently announcing that it will be expanding to Chicago's west side, the Chicago Citizen Newspaper recently spoke with CSU’s West Side Campus Development Project Manager, Bruce Washington, to learn more about the highly anticipated addition to CSU’s educational network.
Museum Campus South Collaboration Unites Cultural Attractions
The free shuttle will run every weekend in August, from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM on Fridays and Saturdays, and from noon until 4:00 PM on Sundays.
Throughout the month of August, seven south-side Chicago cultural institutions who have joined forces and who have agreed to now to be collectively called, “Museum Campus South, ” will provide free weekend shuttle service for sightseers who visit the attractions.
Cops: 1 dead, 1 critical after shooting in downtown Chicago high-rise
Chicago police report one person is dead and another critical after a shooting inside a downtown high-rise office building.
Wednesday, July 30
Chicago Mayoral Race Challengers Step Forward
Challengers of all persuasions and ideologies are considering a run.
Challengers of all persuasions and ideologies are considering a run or have already officially declared their candidacy. With Cook County Board President, Toni Preckwinkle, officially announcing last month that she will not challenge Emanuel in Chicago's upcoming, 2015 Mayoral election--bowing out of an already crowded field of African Americans vying for the city’s top job--Chicago Teacher’s Union (CTU)President, Karen Lewis is now gaining all the attention as the mayor's most formidable opponent.
Teachers at Pullman Elementary School Receive $1000 in Walmart Gift Cards
Teachers at George M. Pullman Elementary School, 11311 S. Forestville Ave., were surprised Monday morning with $1000 in gift cards and an array of school supplies, courtesy of Walmart. Teachers on hand for the event said that Walmart's gift was very much needed and appreciated because often times they find themselves spending their own money throughout the entire school year, for students who need supplies.
Chicago Bulls Star Joakim Noah Stands Against Chicago's Gun Violence via PSA
As an initiative of his non-profit organization, the Noah’s Arc Foundation (NAF), Chicago Bulls all-star Joakim Noah debuted a public service announcement (PSA) video urging all Chicagoans to stand up against gun violence at a press conference at Major Adams Community Center (MACC), 125 N. Hoyne Ave., last week.
Former Simeon HS Electrician Teacher Rallies Community
Former Simeon Career Academy electricity teacher, Latisa Kindred, held a press conference last week outside the entrance of Simeon, 8147 S. Vincenness Ave., to alert the community about the closing of the school’s electricity shop class.
African-American Homeownership Increasingly Less Stable, More Risky
While historical barriers that excluded Black America from the homeowner market for decades have crumbled, there are signs that emerging types of racial inequality are making homeownership an increasingly risky investment for African-American home seekers. A new study from sociologists at Rice University and Cornell University found that African-Americans are 45 percent more likely than whites to switch from owning their homes to renting them.
Thursday, July 24
Welcome Inn Manor: Bronzeville’s Hidden Gem
Welcome Inn Manor is one of the highest customer rated bed and breakfast establishments in Chicago
Welcome Inn Manor, 4562 S. Michigan Ave., is one of the highest customer rated bed and breakfast establishments in Chicago and one of the city's best kept secrets.
Swimming Lessons for Children and Adults
African Americans are oftentimes stereotyped as bad swimmers, or even worse, non-swimmers. The sometimes joked about depiction is related to African Americans' fear of swimming or to the fact that some African American women prefer not to get their hair wet. But it is not a joke that a 2010 study commissioned by the USA Swimming Foundation and conducted by the University of Memphis, found that nearly 70 percent of African American children and nearly 60 percent of Hispanic children have low or no swim ability, compared to 40 percent of white Americans, putting them at risk for drowning.
Wednesday, July 23
Chi-League All Star Game Unites the Community
A fun array of summer activities and basketball that was free and open to the community.
The Chi-League All Star Game, held at Whitney M. Young Magnet High School, 211 S. Laflin St., a fun array of summer activities and basketball that was free and open to the community, showcased this past weekend. Chi League was created in 2013 by Nike to bring dynamic summer "hoops" options to the Chicagoland area.
$75 Million International African American Museum to be Built
$75 million International African American Museum will be built in South Carolina
A $75 million International African American Museum will be built in South Carolina on Charleston Harbor where tens of thousands of slaves first set foot in the United States.
Chicago Public Schools Holds Public Budget Hearings
Chicago Public Schools (CPS) held one of three public hearings last week.
Chicago Public Schools (CPS) held one of three public hearings last week, at Kennedy King College (KKC), 6301 S. Halsted St., to publicly provide an overview of its FY15 budget. CPS held the meetings in separate locations across the Chicagoland area where community members were briefed on specific budget items, spending constraints and were given an opportunity to voice concerns.
Northern Trust Veteran Named President and CEO of Seaway Bank
Seaway Bank & Trust Co., Chicago’s largest black-owned bank, named Northern Trust veteran, Darrell Jackson, as its new president and chief executive officer, replacing Walter Grady who led Seaway for more than 30 years and will retire July 31.
South Shore Cultural Center Hosts African American Business Expo
City of Chicago Small Business Center's on the Road series held an African-American Small Business Expo
Over the weekend, the City of Chicago Small Business Center's on the Road series held an African-American Small Business Expo at the South Shore Cultural Center, 7059 S. South Shore Dr., that featured keynote speaker, Desiree Rogers, CEO of Johnson Publishing Company and former White House Social Secretary. This year marks the second year of the series, the first African-American Small Business Expo, and the third of five scheduled expos for this year.
Mayor Holds Joint Meeting to Discuss Chicago’s Crime
Joint Meeting to Discuss Chicago’s Crime
As the Chicago Citizen Newspaper spoke to LaRoya Baker, 26 -- who fits the demographic profile of victims and perpetrators of Chicago's gun violence -- just outside of the Chicago Police Department at 35th and Michigan, local government officials, school administrators, law enforcement agencies, faith groups and community organizations gathered for a private meeting Monday morning to discuss joint efforts to combat the city’s gun violence. Ironically, Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel said during the meeting that the young people he’s spoken with often say they are left out of the discussions on Chicago's crime problem.
Tuesday, July 22
Florida Dad Beats Man He Found Raping His 11-Year-Old Son
A Daytona Beach father beat an 18-year-old man unconscious after finding him sexually abusing his 11-year-old son early Friday morning, police said.
Ramonski: ‘Everyone will go through something’
Nearly two weeks after his dismissal as evening personality at WVAZ FM 102.7, Ramonski Luv is thanking fans, friends and former co-workers for their support.
Friday, July 18
DuSable Museum’s 40th Annual Arts and Crafts Festival
Festival, was created by the museum's founder, the late Dr. Margaret Burroughs in 1974
The DuSable Museum of African American History, 740 E. 56th Pl., held its 40th Annual Arts and Crafts Festival this past weekend. The Festival, was created by the museum's founder, the late Dr. Margaret Burroughs in 1974, and celebrates her legacy.
Non-Profit Organization Takes Holistic Approach in Englewood
As Chicago’s gun violence continues, an organization called, I Grow Chicago—whose mission is to provide a safe, haven for children caught in the midst of poverty, gun violence and other societal ills—is working to combat this troubling epidemic particularly in Chicago's Englewood community.
City Colleges Partners with Chicago Regional Council of Carpenters
An agreement that begins in the fall between the City Colleges of Chicago and the Chicago Regional Council of Carpenters, (CRCC), allows carpenters who graduated from a union apprenticeship program, to transfer up to 40 credit hours towards their City Colleges Associate Degree.
Thursday, July 17
Reality TV Husband Gets Prison Sentence for Fraud
ATLANTA (AP) — The husband of a "Real Housewives of Atlanta" star has been sentenced to eight years in prison after pleading guilty to federal fraud charges.
Ald. Fioretti Calls for Transparency, Hearing on Chicago Police Crime Reporting Stats
Chicago's 2nd Ward Ald., Bob Fioretti, is calling for full transparency from the Chicago Police Department (CPD) to avoid possible "downplaying" of the city’s crimes statistics. When shootings occur in Chicago, news outlets report different and usually higher numbers than the CPD, as was the case this past the Fourth of July weekend.
Wednesday, July 2
Guichard Gallery Welcomed as Revitalization Anchor for Bronzeville
The opening of Gallery Guichard in Chicago's Bronzeville neighborhood last Friday with an exhibition titled, Genesis New Beginnings: The Journey Continues on 47th Street, will hopefully surge revitalization in the historic area, according to gallery attendees and owners Andre and Frances Guichard. They're all optimistic that the new gallery will serve as an economic anchor that will help restore Bronzeville back to what it once was - a great place to, live, shop, and dine all while admiring a community filled with rich African American culture.
Groundbreaking Takes Place on Englewood Whole Foods Site
Groundbreaking for a new Whole Foods store in Chicago's Englewood neighborhood, a planned 18,000-square-foot anchor for a 5.5-acre retail development, was held yesterday with Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel, 16th Ward Ald. JoAnn Thompson and Whole Foods CEO Walter Robb in attendance.
New Medical Center Opens in Chicago's Ashburn Neighborhood
Oak Street Health, a newly opened state-of-the-art medical center in Chicago's Ashburn neighborhood, will offer both dental and medical services to Medicare recipients and will initially bring 35 full-time jobs to the area and an estimated 100 additional jobs by the end of 2014. The new facility is expected to employ 200 additional local residents in 2015.
Shaun Ross The First Male Albino Model
Shaun Ross (born May 10, 1991), is an American professional fashion model, actor and dancer of African descent, best known for being the first male albino model. Ross has been featured in photo-editorial campaigns in major fashion publications including British GQ, Italian Vogue, i-D Magazine, Paper Magazine and Another Man and has modeled for Alexander McQueen and Givenchy.
Juveniles Recovered in FBI Operation Targeting Commercial Child Sex Trafficking
During the past week, the FBI, along with local, state, and federal law enforcement partners, conducted Operation Cross Country VIII to address commercial child sex trafficking throughout the United States. The operation included enforcement actions in the New York City area and led to the recovery of three children who were being victimized through prostitution. Additionally, three pimps were arrested on state and federal charges.
Lucas Museum Coming to Chicago
Last week's announcement that the city of Chicago's bid to become the location for filmmaker George Lucas’ Museum of Narrative Arts, sparked a flurry of enthusiastic comments from locally elected and other officials who chimed in on George Lucas’ decision. Lucas' vote of confidence was a major victory for Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel and the city, which competed against San Francisco for the museum.
Student Loan Debt Discussed at 43rd Annual PUSH Coalition Conference
A group of young adults convened Monday as part of Rainbow PUSH Coalition’s (RPC) 43rd Annual International Convention held at the Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Towers, 301 E. N. Waters St. to discuss, student loan debt and its impact on their lives and educational pursuits.
Tuesday, July 1
Village of Robbins Residents Speak Out Against Limestone Quarry
For the past six months, the United Citizens of Robbins (UCOR), a group of Village of Robbins residents and stakeholders, founded in 2013 and operating as a collective, has been demanding transparency and full disclosure regarding a pending limestone quarry and underground mine, operated by ALM Resources LLC.