Wednesday, April 27
Vivica A. Fox Absolutely Stuns at Cinemacon
Vivica A. Fox Absolutely Stuns at Cinemacon Actress VIVICA A. FOX was spotted stunning audiences with her fabulous look recently during her appearance at CinemaCon at Caesar’s Palace in Vegas. The Hollywood screen legend lived up to her name while wearing a sexy form-fitting Herve Leger pantsuit. She was seen wowing the media during several interviews and photo shoots backstage! CinemCon is largely considered the most important gathering for the international film community.
BMOA Joins Partners to Enhance the Lives of Youth
BMOA Continues Its Commitment The Black McDonald’s Operators Association (BMOA) of Chicagoland and North West Indiana is continuing its ongoing commitment to youth within Chicago communities by increasing its dedication to educational initiatives. Through partnerships with organizations like the Support Group and Metropolitan Family Services, the BMOA has been able to impact the lives of over 500 student’s in April alone.
SSCUG aims to uplift black girls on the south side
SSCUG aims to uplift black girls on the south side By: Chelsea Johnson According to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights, black girls are suspended at higher rates (12%) than girls from any other race or ethnicity; and at a higher rate than white boys and white girls. While it now appears that the government is finally taking action to deal with this alarming statistic, Demoiselle 2 Femme, through way of the South Side Coalition on Urban Girls (SSCUG) has been fighting since 2010 to empower Black girls on Chicago’s South Side.
Shanta Nurullah Featured at the Logan Center’s Family Saturday Festival
Shanta Nurullah Featured at the Logan Center’s Family Saturday Festival Young minds will be inspired and imaginations stimulated when youngsters are invited to make up their own stories and tune into the magic of the sitar at the Reva & David Logan Center for the Arts’ quarterly Family Saturday Festival. Focusing on the theme of “Improvisation,” there will be lots of ad-libbing, invention and making stuff up as they go along. The festival takes place Saturday, April 30, 2016 at the Logan Center for the Arts, 915 E 60th Street from 12-4 pm. Admission is $5 per person; $20 for groups of 5 or more. Tickets may be purchased at tickets. uchicago.edu or by calling 773-702-ARTS. Walk-ups are welcome, but preregistration is strongly encouraged as capacity is limited.
The Africa Channel Salutes Prince
The Africa Channel Salutes Prince The Africa Channel (TAC) announced recently it will salute the great recording artist Prince by making a half-hour collaboration with the performer available to fans on www.TheAfricaChannel.com. The show, “Prince! Behind the Symbol” original aired on The Africa Channel in April 2011. “Prince! Behind the Symbol” was nominated for a 2012 NAACP Image Award in the category of Outstanding Variety Series or Special. “Prince! Behind the Symbol” is an exclusive look at Prince’s 2011 Forum show in Los Angeles, featuring live performances from Prince, interviews with fans and celebrity guests including Evander Holyfield, Mila Kunis, George Lopez, Maya Rudolph, Paul Stanley, Boris Kodjoe and more.
Annual Edison Award to Take Place in Chicago
Annual Edison Award to Take Place in Chicago In recognition of their distinguished leadership, innovation, and progress in advancing the electric power industry, eight U.S. and two international electric companies have been named as finalists for the Edison Electric Institute’s (EEI’s) 2016 Edison Award, the electric power industry’s most prestigious honor. A committee of energy trade publication editors has selected American Electric Power, Arizona Public Service Company, Edison International, The Empire District Electric Company, Green Mountain Power, Indianapolis Power & Light Company, Vermont Electric Power Company, and Xcel Energy as finalists for this year’s U.S. Edison Award, while The AES Corporation and CESC Limited were named finalists for the International Edison Award.
Wednesday, April 20
AT&T Receives Global Network Contract
AT&T has been awarded a position on the Defense Information Systems Agency’s (DISA) Global Networking Services (GNS) contract. The award lets AT&T bid on and provide communications services to support GNS. DISA plans to spend $4.3 billion over 10 years to build a single global network that will work 10 times faster than today’s. With a place on the contract, AT&T will have the opportunity to provide global networking services to DISA. AT&T will provide services like global and regional transport services, software-defined networking, Ethernet and network integration services.
Style and Substance
Style and Substance Beauty and brains, First Lady Michelle Obama has it all! A lawyer, writer and wife of the 44th President Barack Obama, Michelle Obama is also the mother of two gorgeous daughters, Sasha and Malia Obama. A trendsetter in fashion, the First Lady has appeared in publications like Vogue and graced the cover of Better Homes & Gardens Magazine in 2011, making her the first to do so in 48 years, and the first woman.
Chicago Residents Utilize Technology For City Services
The City of Chicago is using digital technology 24 hours a day to help streamline the process for reporting problems like potholes, graffiti and street light repair. Residents can text in a problem, email and call to make a service request, or if they see a problem like a pothole in the street, residents can take a picture on the spot and upload it onto the city’s 311 system.
Carter G. Woodson Library
For 41 years, the Carter G. Woodson library has stood on the southeast corner of 95th Street and Halsted and houses the Midwest’s largest collection of black literature, including the Vivian G. Harsh Collection. Yet, despite this rich history and artifacts such as original manuscripts from Black authors and official records dating back to slavery, the library named after the man many credit as being the father of Black History Month saw no plans of restoration.
Thursday, April 14
Comcast Launches “Internet Essentials Learning Zone”
Spanning Chicago’s Englewood, Fuller Park and Washington Park Neighborhoods
Leaders from local community-based organizations and elected officials joined Comcast on Tuesday to announce the creation of an “Internet Essentials Learning Zone” spanning Chicago’s Englewood, Fuller Park and Washington Park neighborhoods. The goal of the new zone is to help close the digital divide by providing free access to the Internet and computers at participating community-based organizations. During the announcement, Comcast committed to:
ComEd Provides $10 million in Financial Assistance for Seniors, Families, Veterans and Non-Profits
ComEd announced it has dedicated $10 million in assistance funds again for the fifth consecutive year to help customers facing financial hardships and potential disconnection.
Wednesday, April 13
Champagne Diamonds Make Fashion Transitions Pop This Year
Are you still trying to find the perfect accessory to your summer-to-fall-transition fashion staples? The answer may be as simple as adding the color of one gemstone: champagne diamonds from Rio Tinto's Argyle Mine in Australia.
Winfrey, Perry Talk Friendship and ‘Rare’ Place in Power
Friends who enter into business partnerships sometimes don’t remain so.
Registration Now Open for City Colleges of Chicago Summer and Fall 2016 Terms
Chicagoans who want a quality, affordable education to prepare for further college or career can register now for the Summer and Fall 2016 semesters at City Colleges of Chicago, the largest community college system in Illinois.
11-Year-Old's Honey Lemonade Company Gets A Deal with Whole Foods
An 11-year-old's lemonade company has struck a deal with Whole Foods to be carried in stores across four states.
Former U.S. Rep. Mel Reynolds Arrested at Atlanta Airport
Former U.S. Rep. Mel Reynolds was taken into federal custody Monday morning in Atlanta after a judge in Chicago ordered his arrest because he didn't appear for a hearing in a tax case last month, federal officials said.
What if You Haven’t Filed Taxes in Years?
Most people that have IRS problems haven’t filed in a few years. It’s a common problem. You are not alone. Don’t be embarrassed.
Monday, April 11
Thursday, April 7
Amazon Sues Exec Set to Join Target
Amazon.com sued its seasoned logistics executive nearly a month after Target hired him, saying he has violated a non-compete clause that prohibits him from joining a rival for at least 18 months.
Kevin Hart to Pose as Lyft Driver in Online Series
Jerry Seinfeld pioneered being funny in cars with "Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee."
Brandy sues record label over right to record new music
Brandy is suing a record label that she says has refused to allow her to release new music.
April Is National Autism Awareness Month
Nearly a quarter century ago, the Autism Society launched a nationwide effort to promote autism awareness, inclusion and self-determination for all, and assure that each person with ASD is provided the opportunity to achieve the highest possible quality of life. This year we want to go beyond simply promoting autism awareness to encouraging friends and collaborators to become partners in movement toward acceptance and appreciation.
FCC to offer Internet for $9.25 a month for low-income households
The U.S. government will soon begin to subsidize Internet service for millions of low-income Americans.
Illinois House Returns to Work, But No Progress on Budget
Illinois lawmakers kicked off the final two months of the spring session with a flurry of activity Monday, advancing measures to punish gun traffickers and expedite criminal hearings in Cook County for low-level offenses.
Losing a King
Forty eight years ago, on April 4, 1968, the world was forever changed with the news that Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. had been assassinated. It was hard for many to believe, accept or conceptualize…that King’s life had ended so tragically on that balcony of the Lorraine Motel in Memphis, Tenn. It was a period of shock. It was a period of national and international mourning.
ComEd Honors Diverse Suppliers During Inaugural Award Ceremony
Anticipation. Appreciation. Excitement. Those three words perfectly describe the atmosphere during ComEd’s 1st Inaugural Supplier Diversity Awards ceremony held Monday at the Bridgeport Art Center located at 1200 W. 35th Street in Chicago.