Thursday, February 26
Chicago Mayor Emanuel Faces Possible Runoff with Garcia
If you failed to cast a vote in this Feb. 24 Municipal Election, you might get another chance to do so during a possible runoff election on April 7 between Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel and Cook County Commissioner, Jesus ‘Chuy’ Garcia. By Chicago Citizen Newspaper press time, the race was too close to call.
Tuesday, February 24
Juvenile Justice Club to Graduate First Class during Black History Month
A program designed to help incarcerated juveniles prepare for a successful re-entry into society, is gearing up for its inaugural graduation ceremony scheduled to take place today with a class of 30 male participants.
Thursday, February 19
The Chicago Citizen Newspaper proudly endorses the following candidates
The Chicago Citizen Newspaper proudly endorses the following candidates who appear on the February 24, 2015 Chicago Municipal Election. Please join us in our support of them.
'Selma' Director Hurt by Star David Oyelowo's Oscar Snub
"Selma" director Ava DuVernay says she's disappointed that star David Oyelowo's performance as Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., wasn't recognized with an Oscar nod.
The Chicago Citizen Newspaper has a One-on-One with Mayor Rahm Emanuel
The Chicago Citizen Newspaper spoke one-on-one with Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel on Monday for a discussion on the $300 million funding hole in the Illinois Child Care Assistance Program , why Chicago has an appointed school board, his thoughts on term limits for elected office, his economic development plans for blighted areas like North Lawndale and Austin, his relationship with the African American community, a lack of trauma centers in African American neighborhoods, technology and much more. An abbreviated transcript of the discussion follows:
Feb. 24, 2015 Municipal Election Ballot Information
Chicago’s 51 Early Voting sites opened Feb. 9 for the Feb. 24, 2015 Municipal Election. The actual voting process is pretty quick with voters deciding for the office of mayor, alderman, city clerk, city treasurer and various advisory/non-binding ballot questions depending on the precinct you reside.
Mayor Rahm Emanuel The Best Choice for Chicago
Editorial Since taking office in 2011, the Mayor has been on a fast track to stay true to campaign promises he made in 2010, particularly his promises to improve critical issues including Chicago’s educational system, economy, technological infrastructure, and crime.
Wednesday, February 18
Illinois' new GOP governor calls for billions in budget cuts
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) -- Illinois' new Republican governor called Wednesday for deep spending cuts to Medicaid, pensions and other programs to fix the state's budget mess without raising taxes - a pitch met with quick opposition from Democrats who control the Legislature.
Thursday, February 12
High School Student Art Exhibit on Display at SSC
Art lovers gather around. A student' featured art exhibit is currently on display at South Suburban College (SSC) as part of SSC’s Art and Design Department’s 20th annual SSC Regional High School Student Art Exhibit and Festival that runs through Feb. 27th.
Chatham Homeownership and Rental Resource Fair
A free Chatham Homeownership and Rental Resource Fair for existing and prospective residents of Chatham will be held from 11 AM to 1 PM on Saturday, February 21 at New Covenant Missionary Baptist Church, 754 E. 77th Street (at Cottage Grove).
Jennifer Hudson to debut on Broadway in 'The Color Purple'
Jennifer Hudson will make her Broadway debut in the fall when the musical The Color Purple returns.
Miss Illinois United States and Ms. Indiana United States Use Their Reigns to Inspire Young Girls
Brittany Middlebrooks, reigning Miss Illinois United States 2014 and Jade Newton, the reigning Ms. Indiana United States 2014, fully understand their community roles as positive role models.
CSU Students Recognize National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day
Members of the Chicago State University (CSU) student government association (SGA) recognized National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (NBHAAD) last week on Feb. 6. The group, who assembled at the Cordell Reed Student Union building on CSU's campus provided free condoms and literature about HIV/AIDS to students, faculty and other passersby.
Ill. Gov. Rauner Suggests $10 Minimum Wage Increase, Ill. Sen. Passes $11 Increase
During his first State-of-the-State address last Wednesday, Ill. Gov. Bruce Rauner announced his plan to raise the state’s minimum wage to $10 an-hour over the next seven years, drawing gasps and comments from Illinois law makers. The following day, the Ill. House passed Sen. Bill 11, which increases the state’s minimum wage incrementally to $11 an hour.
New Green Line Train Station Opens in South Loop
Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel was joined by Chicago Transit Authority (CTA), President Forrest Claypool, Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT) Commissioner, Rebekah Scheinfeld, Ald. Pat Dowell (3rd Ward) and several community stakeholders at a ceremonial opening of the newly constructed Cermak-McCormick Place CTA Green Line station at 16 E. Cermak.
Amy Pascal Steps Down as Co-Chairman of Sony Pictures
Amy Pascal will step down as co-chairman of Sony Pictures Entertainment and head of the film studio, nearly three months after a massive hack hit the company and revealed embarrassing emails.
Wednesday, February 11
Chicago Alderman JoAnn Thompson Passes
Tuesday brought news that Chicago Ald. JoAnn Thompson (16th Ward) died Monday night due to heart failure.
Alderman Sawyer and Harris Discuss Economic Impact Initiatives with CBA
Chatham Business Association (CBA) welcomed Ald. Roderick Sawyer (6th Ward) and Ald. Michelle Harris (8th Ward) to its monthly membership meeting at the QGB Foundation Building, 806 E. 78th St. on Tuesday. The aldermen shared their ward economic development plans.
Tuesday, February 10
Kansas governor rescinds order protecting gay state workers
TOPEKA, Kan. (AP) — Kansas will no longer ban discrimination against gays, lesbians, bisexuals and the transgendered in hiring and employment in much of state government because of an action announced Tuesday by Republican Gov. Sam Brownback.
Monday, February 9
Kanye West almost pulls a Kanye on best album winner Beck
LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Kanye West almost pulled another Kanye at the Grammy Awards.
Thursday, February 5
Northeast Illinois Counties Fight Off Blizzard with State and Local Services
On the morning of Feb. 1, as many in the Chicagoland area were preparing for Super Bowl Sunday, the National Weather Service (NWS) released an urgent blizzard warning for the northeastern counties of Illinois. The announcement warned of snow accumulation ranging from 12 to 16 inches and as much as 18 to the wind gusts ranging from 20 – 40 miles per hour (MPH). Counties that were slated to be affected were: Cook, Will, Kane, DuPage, Lake, McHenry, Kendall, and DeKalb. To combat Mother Nature’s icy wrath, several state and local agencies sprang into action.
Room-to-Room Home Additions
Add quality and comfort to your favorite rooms
When considering a home renovation, think outside the box for design inspiration and setting the overall tone.
Black History in the Making:
Loretta Lynch on way to becoming first female African American A.G.
Challenged by Republicans, Attorney General nominee Loretta Lynch on Wednesday defended President Barack Obama's decision to shelter millions of immigrants from deportation though they live in the country illegally. But she said they have no right to citizenship under the law.
Wednesday, February 4
LA Jury Awards $5 Million to Funk Legend Sly Stone
Funk legend Sly Stone was awarded $5 million last week in a breach-of-contract suit that claimed his business partners and his own company cheated him out of royalties.
SSC Playhouse Auditions for Six Degrees of Separation Production
If you are looking for a chance to take part in an off Broadway production of an award-winning play, then the opportunity might be waiting for you at South Suburban College (SSC) as the SSC PLAYHOUSE of South Suburban College recently announced auditions for its production of John Guare’s, Tony and Pulitzer-Prize winning 1990 American classic, Six Degrees of Separation.
Chicago Public Libraries Strive to Close Technology Divide
Last week, Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel and City of Chicago Public Library (CPL) Commissioner Brian Bannon announced at the City Club luncheon at Maggiano's Banquets, 111 W. Grand Ave., that the city plans to expand its digital footprint by initiating the “Internet to Go” (ITG) hotspot lending pilot program.
Fifth Ward Aldermanic Candidates Forum
Five candidates challenging Chicago Ald. Leslie Hairston, 5th Ward, for her elected position turned out Saturday for an aldermanic candidate’s forum and made their case as to why they should replace her for the job.
Mis-Education of Negro, Suggested CSU Campus Read
The Mis-Education of the Negro, CSU Suggested Read During Black History Month
Chicago State University (CSU) students in honor of Black History Month, are being educated on the mis-education of African Americans, by way of Dr. Carter G. Woodson’s “The Mis-Education of the Negro” as the suggested campus book read.
Chicago State University Hosts Mayoral Candidate Forum With Students at the Lead
Chicago State University (CSU), 9501 S. King Dr., last week, hosted a mayoral candidates forum at New Academic Library’s, CSU’s on-campus library, auditorium featuring two panelists who are current CSU students.
Side Streets Now the Focus as Chicago Digs Out from Sunday Night Blizzard
As the City of Chicago digs out from what’s being called Chicago’s fifth-largest blizzard, the City dispatched more than 350 snow removal vehicles to neighborhood streets, according to information on the City’s Plow Tracker website.
Greater Chatham Alliance Hosts 6th Ward Aldermanic Forum
The Greater Chatham Alliance (GCA) recently held its 6th Ward aldermanic forum at Crerar Memorial Presbyterian Church, 8100 S. Calumet Ave. The forum included incumbent 6th Ward Alderman, Roderick Sawyer, candidate Brian Garner and candidate Richard Wooten where they fielded questions from community organization leaders and audience members. WVON radio talk show host, Cliff Kelley, moderated the event.
Father of the Negro Press, Claude Barnett Featured Part of UIC Black History Month Events
As Black History Month Kicks off, the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) is offering an array of entertaining events to commemorate the culture and contributions of Africans and African Americans, with its “Sports, Leadership and Legends” themed program.
Tuesday, February 3
Police use sex trade's own online tactics to arrest hundreds
CHICAGO (AP) — A sting operation led by an Illinois sheriff, who once went after websites that allowed ads for prostitution, ended on Super Bowl Sunday with the arrests of hundreds of men around the United States who did not realize the online ads they were responding to had been posted by police.