Wednesday, July 27
Morehouse Graduate and Chatham Resident Soars Against All Odds
According to reports published by the Schott Foundation for Public Education in 2013, only 26.5% of black males graduated high school compared to 86.2% of their white male counterparts.
Directing Dollars Seen As a Way To Protest Recent Shootings, Thousands Make Deposits in Black-owned Banks
Reacting to the most recent wave of shootings of Black men by police officers, thousands of African-American consumers across America are directing their dollars by opening checking and savings accounts in Black-owned banks.
OneUnited Bank Launches the National #BankBlack Challenge to Demonstrate Black Economic Power
OneUnited Bank, the largest Black owned bank in America and the first Black internet bank, is launching the national #BankBlack Challenge, designed to harness the economic power of the Black community focused on one clear financial message that #BlackMoneyMatters.
ICON TALKS” CELEBRATES BLACK SUCCESS
The Washington Informer) A mix of successful entrepreneurs, social activists and actors came together for one night during “Icon Talks,” an evening of empowerment with intimate discussions, insight and performances at the Mead Center for American Theater in Southwest Washington, D.C.
Melba Moore will take the stage in Chicago to launch “Still Standing”
Tony-Award Winner, 3x Grammy Nominee, Actress, and professional music educator, Melba Moore will team up with the Kroc Center Theater located at 1250 West 119th Street Chicago, Illinois Friday, August 12, 2016, at 7:30PM.
Sudanese-American Wife, Mother of Two and Creative Entrepreneur, Selma Idris, Unveils The Brown Crayon Project
Selma Idris is proud to introduce The Brown Crayon Project, a carefully-curated collection of hair, scalp, skin and body cleansers, conditioners, lotions, moisturizers and oils formulated with brown babies in mind.
Menaji Returns To New York Fashion Week
MENAJI Advanced Men’s Skincare, the first brand to create fast-acting corrective skincare and HD cosmetics for men, returned to New York Fashion Week (NYFW) this year supporting several designers during New York Fashion Week: Men’s (NYFW: MENS) held recently.
Health Campaign Focuses on the Wellness of Women
Most women by design are nurturers who often care for spouses, children and or aging and ailing parents. Minority women especially are often tasked with being the caregivers for their homes and communities and they do it with limited resources.
Chatham Student Soars against All Odds
According to reports published by the Schott Foundation for Public Education in 2013, only 26.5% of black males graduated high school compared to 86.2% of their white male counterparts.
Tuesday, July 19
The Chicago Urban League Commemorates 100 Years
The Chicago Urban League recently began a year-long commemoration of its 100th anniversary.
State Fiscal Failures Put CSU Accreditation Status at Risk
The Illinois Budget crisis continues to adversely affect some of our states social services and valued state institutions. Chicago State University continues to be victimized as a result of Governor Bruce Rauner’s inability and willingness to get a budget passed.
Former Student and Famous Illustrator Celebrated in U of C Special Collections Exhibit
Many famous singers, poets, writers and actors protest and speak out about the mistreatment of black and brown people in this country and all over the world.
Illinois Commerce Commission to Host Cybersecurity Policy Session
The Illinois Commerce Commission is hosting a Cybersecurity policy session on Thursday, July 21 from 10:00am- 3:00pm.
KaZoom Kids Books iStory App Sparks Interest in Reading for African-American and Latino Childeren
Frustrated because she couldn’t find books that her six-year-old African-American niece could relate to and enjoy, a Chicago-based entrepreneur created a company featuring a library of ebooks whose storylines, characters and uplifting messages mirror the lives, families and communities of Black and Latino children.
North Lawndale Music Fest Unites Thousands for One Cause
There are often news reports that have shown us when there is a rise in temperature in the city of Chicago, there is also a rise in violent activity.
Village of Robbins Hosts Walk Against Violence
Most discussions of violence in this country and especially in the city of Chicago, have been centered on gun violence. In recent years, we have seen a significant increase in mass shootings, the police shooting and killing of unarmed black people and gang shootings.
NFL Veteran Christopher Houston Shares Style Secrets
This summer, MENAJI had the privilege of sitting down with NFL veteran Chris Houston - former player for the Carolina Panthers, Detroit Lions and Atlanta Falcons - as he exclusively revealed his favorite style shortcuts, secrets, and much more.
‘Heelusions’ Offers New Concept in Shoe Accessories
Missouri-based shoe fashion accessory company, “Heelusions” Heels by Design, has brought to market a completely new concept in women’s shoe accessories.
Dermatologists Share Tips to Stop Nail Biting
Breaking a nail is one thing. Breaking a nail-biting habit is another, say member dermatologists from the American Academy of Dermatology.
The Guess Corporation Proud To Support Female Leaders
Founded in 2012, The Guess Corporation has made a commitment to support women in leadership positions throughout the company. As of July, The Guess Corporation employs many board members and executives in top positions whom of which are women.
IBS Global Consulting to Host Going Global Seminar to Help Small and Medium- Sized Companies Expand Internationally
IBS Global Consulting, a global management consulting firm headquartered in Troy, Michigan, will host a seminar for small and medium sized companies looking to expand into new markets. The event will take place on Thursday, October 13, 2016 in Rosemont, Illinois.
Two First Generation College Students Accepted To Highly Selective Third Annual Beating The Odds Summit At The White House
On Tuesday, July 19, Nia Hill and Christopher Wilson, both involved in local non-profit Chicago Scholars and rising first generation college students attended beating the Odds Summit at the White House.
Seniors Got Talent is now accepting entries for its 2016 competition
Seniors and their families have begun sending the Seniors Guide videos of their special talents— everything from dance performances and comedy acts to less traditional talents like woodworking and crafts
Tuesday, July 12
Where Do We Go From Here?
The nation is at a breaking point.
Chicago Community Joins Walmart’s “Fight Hunger. Spark Change.” Campaign
Walmart recently announced that Chicago residents generated more than $109,200 for Greater Chicago Food Depository to help fight hunger in Cook County, Illinois. Walmart’s “Fight Hunger. Spark Change.” campaign encouraged people across the nation to take action against hunger and help families in need through simple acts of support online and in-store purchases and donations.
50 Years later, community leaders commemorate Dr. King’s 1966 March By Monique Smith
In 1965, 44 civil rights organizations fighting to end slums and poor living conditions for blacks collectively known as the Chicago Freedom Movement invited Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. to come to Chicago.
Revitalization Plans for North Lawndale Are Underway
Earlier this year in April, the North Lawndale Community Coordinating Council and the Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning held a conference to begin creating a cohesive vision for the redevelopment of the North Lawndale Community.
Wright Around Chicago Features Robie House in Hyde Park
It’s summer time in Chicago, the season of fun, food and festivals is upon us. For visiting tourists and for those that live in Chicago, summer time means there are loads of opportunities for citizens to explore the city by bike, bus or foot.
Study Reveals a Roadmap to the Top for Black Women Executives
There is a way for black women executives to increase their numbers in business leadership positions if conscientious and intentional steps are taken to recognize and reward their talents and contributions to business success.
Mobile maker labs bring computers and computer programming to digital deserts
Mayor Rahm Emanuel announced recently the extensive menu of interest-based activities that are available to young Chicagoans this summer.
Media Legend Cathy Hughes to Serve as Keynote Speaker at the Sixth Annual Women of Color Empowerment Conference
Cathy Hughes, founder and chairperson of Radio One, Inc., the largest African-American owned and operated broadcasting company in the nation, will be the luncheon keynote speaker for the Sixth Annual Women of Color Empowerment Conference (WOCEC).
ComEd Recruits More Than 250 Chicagoland Students for Summer Internships
ComEd launched its annual summer internship program recently, providing local teen students with opportunities to learn more about the energy industry through hands-on job training and career experience.
Wednesday, July 6
Armstrong Williams: Giving Back to the Industry He Loves
(NewsUSA) - There’s something to be said for the media gurus who immerse themselves in the whole industry.
D.O.M. Construction fails to report injury in latest of six failed inspections
CHICAGO ‒ As a 54-year-old worker, who fell more than 11 feet as he installed a roof joist, recovered from his injuries, federal inspectors investigating his fall in March, arrived two days later and found a coworker about 40 feet off the ground without proper fall protection.
ICC Holds Third Annual Supplier Diversity Policy Session
CHICAGO – The Illinois Commerce Commission hosted its third annual supplier diversity policy session recently with a focus on encouraging Illinois utilities to work with more diverse businesses, including those owned by minorities, women, and veterans. All five ICC Commissioners were in attendance, and Commissioners Miguel del Valle, Sherina Maye Edwards and John Rosales led the session.
Raising Healthier Kids Takes A Village
According to letsmove. gov, over the past three decades, childhood obesity rates in America have tripled, and today, nearly one in three children are overweight or obese.
New Procedures Implemented to Protect Taxpayers
Chicago – Cook County Assessor Joseph Berrios is applauding the re-apprehension of David Sipich, a former nonattorney private property tax representative.
Nominations Open For The Fifth Annual Women In Digital Next Generation Awards
L’Oreal USA recently announced its open call for nominations for the Women in Digital NEXT Generation Awards. Now entering its fifth year, L’Oreal USA created the program to support female entrepreneurs working in digital fields by providing them with the opportunity to launch and scale new technologies in partnership with L’Oreal USA brands.
Social Security Benefits Lose 23% of Buying Power Since 2000
Social Security beneficiaries have lost 23 percent of their buying power since 2000, according to the 2016 Survey of Senior Costs released recently by The Senior Citizens League (TSCL).
Tamera Mowry-Housley Encourages Parents to Reclaim Family Dinner Nights
As a busy working mom to two young children, Tamera Mowry-Housley, co-host of TV’s “The Real,” understands the daily challenge of juggling her time between home and work.