Wednesday, October 27
Career readiness program founder leads with LUV
Cosette Nazon-Wilburn is a humanitarian at heart. She was blessed with having parents who were committed to transforming a community. She wanted to do the same. It led her to create The LUV Institute, which stands for Love, Unity and Values.
Traveling Black Women Founder Urges Black Travel Influencers
Anyone can travel abroad and take amazing photos, the real flex is bringing your loved ones with you.
The fear of travel among members of the Black community is deeply rooted. Historically, safety concerns coupled with a lack of representation created the narrative that Black Americans were excluded from leisure travel. As that narrative now shifts, Traveling Black Women Network founder Dr. Nadine C. Duncan is urging Black travel influencers to venture beyond the spoils of social media and curate tangible travel opportunities for the people closest to them.
Mox.E Women to host first Women’s Conference
Hybrid Conference To “Emerge, Empower and Expand” Business Strategies for Women Entrepreneurs
Mox.E Women will host the first annual Mox.E Women Conference from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 30, at Mox. E Chicago, located at 1449 S. Michigan Ave. The conference also will be available virtually.
3Arts awards nearly $1 million dollars
Virtual awards event on Nov. 1 Plus, major expansion to signature artist-to-artist grant program “Make a Wave” announced
3Arts, the Chicago-based nonprofit grant making organization, will award Chicago artists with nearly $1 million in unrestricted cash grants during the 14th annual 3Arts Awards, taking place virtually on Monday, Nov. 1, live on YouTube. The virtual event is free to the public and features three world premiere performances by past 3Arts awardees. Registration is required at https://3arts.org/event.
HOPE CHICAGO HELPS STUDENTS AND FAMILIES
A new scholarship fund, Hope Chicago, aims to support the students of Chicago and their families by providing wraparound support, as well as a debt-free post-secondary education. Paying for college can often be a barrier in a students’ decision to attend.
Artist celebrates career anniversary and birthday With A Musical performance
R&B and smooth jazz artist Tracye Eileen will celebrate her 10th anniversary as a music professional and her 60th birthday on Sunday, Nov. 14th, at 5 p.m., with the birthday celebration, and the performance at 5:30 p.m. at Buddy Guy’s Legends, located at 700 South Wabash Ave. Throughout her illustrious career, she has accumulated constant rotations on smooth jazz radio stations and has opened for major recording artists including Babyface, Chante Moore and Buddy Guy.
Black Woman Takes on Women’s Online Fashion Industry
Shop Style Shark, a fast-growing, woman-owned, Black-owned online retailer is taking on the largely male-dominated online fashion industry.
The fashion industry – and particularly online fashion – continues to be male-dominated even though women spend over 200% more money on fashion than men. What’s more, even though 85% of people who graduate from fashion school are female, only 14% of the top 50 fashion houses are run by women. And, only 40% of women’s fashion brands are designed by women.
Career readiness program founder leads with LUV
Cosette Nazon-Wilburn is a humanitarian at heart. She was blessed with having parents who were committed to transforming a community. And, she wanted to do the same. It led her to create The LUV Institute, which stands for Love, Unity and Values.
Ladies of Virtue Celebrates 10 Years
Ladies of Virtue (LOV), a Chicago- based non-profit established to create excellent programming and mentorship for African American girls, will host their annual fundraiser, “Leading with Virtue,” on Saturday, Nov. 13. The event will take place virtually once again, with the program beginning at 11:30 a.m. CST, followed by a VIP interview and performance at 12:30 p.m. CST with Grammy Award winning artist, Chrisette Michele. Val Warner, host of Windy City Weekend, will emcee the occasion.
PRITZKER MANDATES VACCINE FOR DAY CARE PROFESSIONALS
SPRINGFIELD – Gov. JB Pritzker announced an executive order Friday that will add day care personnel to the list of professions that must either be vaccinated against COVID-19 or submit to weekly testing.
Two-Thirds of Parents Plan to Get Them Vaccinated Against COVID: Poll
In some heartening news on the COVID vaccine for kids front, two-thirds of American parents of children ages 5 to 11 plan to get their youngsters vaccinated when COVID-19 shots are approved for that age group, a new survey shows. However, more Black (49%) and Hispanic (47%) parents were “very worried” about their child contracting the virus than white parents (33%).
Culver’s Looks to Fill 60 to 70 New Jobs
Team members of a national favorite will serve residents, visitors, and businesses in the Pullman and Roseland Community
The new Culver’s restaurant, set to open at 111th and Doty Ave. in early November, is seeking applicants to fill 60-70 full and part-time positions for day and evening shifts.
CIVIL RIGHTS ACTIVIST AND CHICAGO HISTORIAN TIMUEL BLACK DIES AT 102
Activist, educator, historian Timuel Black, who has been active in every vital American movement, died at the age of 102.
Kenny “Babyface” Edmonds Honored at Keep Memory Alive’s 25th Annual Power of Love® Gala
Keep Memory Alive’s 25th annual Power of Love® gala at Resorts World Las Vegas on Oct. 16 brought top talent Anthony Anderson, Tori Kelly, Kenny Loggins, Demi Lovato, Bruno Mars, Marilyn McCoo and Billy Davis, Jr., AJ McLean, Wanya Morris and Shawn Stockman from Boyz II Men, Jordin Sparks and Charlie Wilson together to honor legendary musicians Smokey Robinson and Kenny “Babyface” Edmonds and raise crucial funds and awareness for Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health.
LAW Watford Acquires Film & TV Rights to “The Seminarian: Martin Luther King Jr. Comes of Age”
Filmmaker Lawrence “LAW” Watford’s Divine Write Pictures has optioned the film, television and digital rights to the book The Seminarian: Martin Luther King Jr. Comes of Age by Patrick Parr.
Chicago Sky Celebrate WNBA Championship Win
The Chicago Sky win their first Championship Title in its 16-year history. Chicago celebrated the Chicago Sky’s WNBA Championship Win with a parade and rally in Millennium Park.
AUTHOR WRITES INCLUSIVE CHILDREN’S BOOKS
Dr. Pamela Gurley has been writing books about the culture, representation, shifts and changes, trying to gain equity and equality. What always resonated with her was how her vision of the world changed from childhood to adulthood. The “Brown Girl and Brown Boy” book series came to her in her sleep and she woke up with five titles.
A renovation is on the way for the Vermont Street Station
The Metra Blue Island Vermont Street station, located at 2300 W. Grove St., will have a new appearance. The Blue Island Mayor Fred Bilotto announced that the Metra Board of Directors has approved a $3.1 million contract to renovate the renowned Vermont Street on the Rock Island Line.
Matteson School District 162 Launches Strings Program
Students at the Matteson School District 162 will have their own Strings program thanks to a partnership between the school district and Apollo’s Fire, a Grammy Award winning Baroque orchestra.
‘DIGGING UP LOVE’ EXPLORES FOSSILS AND FOOD
Chandra Blumberg always wanted to be a writer. She started writing at a young age. She was writing non-fiction essays about motherhood and when the pandemic shutdown happened, she wanted to switch gears. She wanted to write something that was an escape from her daily life. She hadn’t written fiction for some time but started back up during the shutdown.
Monday, October 25
Calumet City Illinois To Hold Public Outreach On Riverside Drive Infrastructure Improvements
The City of Calumet City Illinois to hold a Public Outreach to share technical information on infrastructure improvements projects.
Friday, October 22
Benny the Bull Provided Excitement for New Illinois Alliance of Boys & Girls Clubs and Illinois Lottery Partnership Announcement
In an effort to address the lingering effects from virtual learning during the previous school year, the Illinois Lottery and Boys & Girls Clubs across Illinois announced an exciting partnership this week. The Illinois Lottery will now sponsor the organization’s after school program, Power Hour – now known across the State as “Power Hour powered by Illinois Lottery.”
Wednesday, October 20
ARTIST’S EXHIBITION EXPLORES SPIRIT OF SANKOFA
Raymond Thomas’ “Our Tomorrow Happened Yesterday,” explores the theme of Sankofa, which means to go back and get. “Our Tomorrow Happened Yesterday” will be on display at the Blanc Gallery, located at 4445 S. King Drive, through Sunday, Nov. 21
Kim Kimble Celebrates Afro-Latina Hair
Honoring Hispanic Heritage Month and the diversity within Black and Brown communities, the second episode of “My HAIRstory!” debuted at 3 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 15. The three-part hair tutorial featuring styles from Cartoon Network’s Emmy-, GLAAD- and NAACP Image Award-nominated series Craig of the Creek is hosted by celebrity hairstylist and Instagram influencer Kim Kimble.
Nationwide natural gas price spike expected to mean higher heating bills this winter
As we head into winter, Peoples Gas is letting customers know that their heating bills will likely rise as the temperatures fall — due to a nationwide spike in natural gas prices.
State Treasurer Michael Frerichs Encourages Residents to Claim Property
$3.5 Billion in Unclaimed Property Available at www.illinoistreasurer.gov/ICASH
Tens of thousands of letters informing Illinois residents that they have unclaimed cash or property ready to claim are hitting mailboxes this month, Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs said today.
INNOVATION ONE OPENS AT TRUMAN COLLEGE
A new digital learning space designed for students, educators and the community opened at Harry S. Truman College, located at 1145 W. Wilson Ave.
More Than Brunch: Brown Skin Brunchin’ Launches App
Social group continues to expand their lifestyle brand
Social group Brown Skin Brunchin’ has launched their selftitled app. The social group’s app is dedicated to social and professional networking by offering monthly brunch events. It also highlights restaurants and businesses around cities across the U.S. The app also features lifestyle content by bloggers who will write and produce content exclusively for the app. Brown Skin Brunchin’s app was created to be a one stop shop for its members – current and future.
Walmart Announces 2021 Return of “Black Friday Deals for Days,” This Time with Special Early Access for Walmart+ Members
Best savings of the season spread across three events plus incredible deals to shop today
After overwhelmingly positive customer feedback for Walmart’s reinvented Black Friday shopping experience last year, the retailer is announcing the return of its month-long savings event, “Black Friday Deals for Days.” Walmart’s second annual “Black Friday Deals for Days” events will deliver the incredible prices customers expect from the most anticipated shopping day of the year with a safe, convenient shopping experience – this time with a little something extra for Walmart+ members. New this year, paying Walmart+ members will receive early access to online Black Friday events throughout November – an opportunity to shop all the same hot deals four hours earlier than the scheduled start times for all three events.
STUDENTS GAIN HANDS-ON TRAINING DURING INTERNSHIP
After School Matters partnered with Bank of America for its paid summer internship program. Not only did four students received on the job training at Gateley Park, but they were mentored by Executive Director of the Bank of America Chicago Marathon Carey Pinkowski.
Hazel Crest native serves as a member of U.S. Navy’s “Silent Service”
A Hazel Crest, Illinois, native is serving aboard USS Alaska, one of the world’s most advanced nuclear- powered submarines. Petty Officer 3rd Class Anthony Roberson, a 2014 Hillcrest High School graduate, joined the Navy two years ago.
Legislation making virtual meetings of public bodies acceptable for any reason should be defeated
Every city council or school board has issues large and small that impact the lives of the people it serves.
Sheryl Underwood Announced as Grand Marshal of Hollywood Christmas Parade
SHERYL UNDERWOOD, Comedian, Actress and Host on the Daytime Emmy award-winning CBS hit television show, THE TALK, has been announced as the Grand Marshal of The 89th Annual Hollywood Christmas Parade Supporting Marine Toys for Tots. The parade will be presented live in the streets of Hollywood, CA on Sunday, November 28, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. PST by Associated Television International and The City of Los Angeles.
THE EPIC ACADEMY RECEIVES OUTDOOR SPACES, USES IT FOR SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY
The Epic Academy High School, located at 8255 S. Houston, received an outdoor learning lab as part of the Chicago Architecture Biennial.
Tax summaries show Pritzkers made $5 million last year – not including family trusts
Campaign releases 7 pages, says trusts separately paid $85 million in taxes last year
Gov. JB Pritzker’s campaign released summary documents of his 2020 tax returns Friday, which showed the first family reporting $5.14 million in adjusted gross income, all from taxable interest and dividends.
Calumet City Mayor makes progress on his vision
Calumet City Mayor Thaddeus Jones wants to keep residents in the city at the forefront. Since Jones took office in May, he has been able to erase the budget deficit, cut cost and waste and has increased the budget. The city also has implemented an afterschool program and an emergency assistance program for residents, as well as assisting businesses in Calumet City.
Tuesday, October 19
SOUTHERN COOK COUNTY TO FINALLY HAVE A STATE -OF -THE- ART TRANSITION CENTER FOR YOUNG ADULTS WHO ARE PHYSICALLY AND DEVELOPMENTALLY CHALLENGED
“THE ALL-NEW MICHELE D. LONIE CENTER, READY TO SERVE AND READY TO LOVE”
Dr. Johnnie Thomas-Superintendent of Rich Township High School District (RTHS) 227- will lead a coalition of School Board Members, Educators, Disability Advocates, Faith Leaders, Elected Officials, Community Leaders, and businesspersons in a ribbon cutting ceremony of a state-of-the-art transition center for young adults who are physically and developmentally challenged.
City Of Calumet City Public Notice of Hearing
public Notice- The City of Calumet City will conduct a public hearing on On October 28, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. on the City's Intent to seek the use of "quick take" eminent domain powers from the Illinois Legislature.
Wednesday, October 13
Property reassessments released for South Chicago
Residential and commercial properties in South Chicago show robust growth
The Cook County Assessor’s Office released initial assessments of residential and commercial properties in the township of South Chicago. This is the fifth of eight townships in the City of Chicago to be reassessed in 2021 under the leadership of Assessor Fritz Kaegi, who took office after Chicago’s last reassessment in 2018.
Debbie Allen, National Kidney Foundation Team-Up for Early Diagnosis of Kidney Disease
Award-winning actress and NKF's chief medical officer take their message directly to the American Academy of Family Physicians
Family doctors and primary care practices need to ramp up kidney disease testing, using both a blood and urine test because millions of adults are walking around with the dangerous disease but don't know it, a message the National Kidney Foundation's Chief Medical Officer and Debbie Allen will share with thousands of physicians at a conference held recently.
Author Helps Self-Published Children's Authors Expand Reach
While the artistry of entrepreneurialism is certainly an accomplishment for anyone, being an author is very similar to running your own business. With the product being your own writing, you grow comfortable in your craft and begin publishing your work. It's essential to build your credibility with amazing reviews. Of course, it's imperative to write a piece that is worthy of praise, but building integrity amongst your readers encourages new people to join in with turning the pages as well.
Two new traveling exhibits will bring world-class exhibitions to Carroll County starting October 9, 2021
The exhibitions will highlight opportunities for civic action and results of that action, and the pursuit of civil rights by and for African Americans in Illinois.
Voices and Votes explores questions stemming from the leap of faith taken by the American revolutionaries who established a government that entrusted the power of the nation not in a monarchy but in its citizens. The exhibition explores the questions: Who has the right to vote, what are the freedoms and responsibilities of citizens, and whose voices will be heard?
“THE TEMPLE” TO SERVE AS BEACON OF LIGHT
Pastor John Hannah had a vision to create an oasis in a dry spot with the goal to reinvigorate and revitalize the community where ‘The Temple’ is located. John Hannah, the founder and senior pastor of New Life Covenant, celebrated the grand opening of its new church and performing arts center, ‘The Temple’, with a three-day event. The 100,000 square foot facility, located at 7621 S. Greenwood, has 4,000 seats and can also be used as a community performing arts center.
Chicago Urban League Partners With Landmark Development
“SouthSideWORKS” is Designed to Support and Finance More Equitable Economic Development and Infrastructure Investment in South Side Neighborhoods
The Chicago Urban League and Landmark Development are collaborating on a comprehensive framework for a new program designed to create economic opportunities in neighborhoods that have been historically underinvested – starting on the South Side of Chicago. The program, called SouthSideWORKS, is tied to Landmark’s proposed ONE Central multi-modal transit hub and mixed-use destination development, which was enacted by the State of Illinois in 2019.
ILLINOIS DIGITAL EQUITY TOUR COMMEMORATES 10TH ANNIVERSARY OF COMCAST’S INTERNET ESSENTIALS PROGRAM
Comcast began the Illinois Digital Equity Tour, a week-long tour of locations across Illinois to promote digital equity. The timing of the tour is in line with the 10th anniversary of Internet Essentials, Comcast’s low-cost broadband adoption program for low-income households with grammar, high school, and college students; seniors; veterans; people with disabilities, and public housing residents enrolled in public assistance programs, ranging from Medicaid, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) to the federal Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and housing assistance programs. Since its launch in 2011, Internet Essentials has connected more than 10 million Americans to the Internet at home – more than 1.3 million in Illinois alone.
Ramada by Wyndham Taps Musician and Le Cordon Bleu-Trained Chef Kelis
“Sample the World with Ramada” helps connect travelers with authentic global flavors close to home
Ramada® by Wyndham, one of the most recognized hotel brands in the world with more than 800 hotels across over 60 countries, today launched “Sample the World® with Ramada,” a new digital video series designed to take travelers on a globally-inspired culinary journey across North America. Hosted by Grammy-nominated musician and Le Cordon Bleu-trained chef, Kelis, the series spotlights a diverse array of restaurants celebrated for both their culture and their cuisine.
THE UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO FIRST YEAR STUDENTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO ENGAGE
Students sat intently and listened to Greg Mason, the principal of Murray Language Academy, talk about how they, as students at the University of Chicago, could work with the students at Murray. “You all come and do amazing work with our students, it always exciting to have you engage. Some of the content that you all bring is just amazing,” Mason told the students
LOCAL DESIGNER’S CLOTHES FEATURED AT FOOT LOCKER
When Des Owusu hosted a pop-up of his collaboration with Foot Locker, “Remember the Good Times,” at the Foot Locker on 87th and Cottage Grove, he did it intentionally.
GhostBed and Venus Williams To Launch New Sleep Products Collection
The collaboration is designed to highlight the importance of recovery and rejuvenation through a healthy night’s sleep. Along with her many remarkable athletic accomplishments including seven Grand Slam titles, five Wimbledon titles and four Olympic gold medals, Williams brings with her over 20-years of design experience to GhostBed through her award-winning, full-service commercial and residential interior design firm, V Starr.
Black Girls Dance Premieres ‘Mary’
Black Girls Dance®, which empowers young women of color to pursue professional dance, presents the world premiere of “Mary,” a holiday “dansical” choreographed, written, and directed by Founder Erin Barnett. The performance takes place at 7 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 19, at the Reva and David Logan Center for the Arts, 915 E. 60th Street, Chicago.
LOCAL DEVELOPMENT BUSINESS’ GOAL IS TO IMPACT THE COMMUNITY ECONOMICALLY
Amanda Henderson wanted to make an economic difference. She decided to go into real estate. Henderson, who holds a Ph.D. in Biological Sciences, worked in academia for several years, she couldn’t stay there. Last year, Henderson took over as CEO of H&H Fast properties. The business, founded by her father Ray Henderson which renovates and revitalizes vacant and distressed properties.
J. Cole to Perform for SiriusXM and Pandora’s Small Stage Series
Exclusive show for SiriusXM subscribers and Pandora listeners to air on SiriusXM’s Hip Hop Nation channel
SiriusXM and Pandora announced that J. Cole will perform in Los Angeles for SiriusXM and Pandora’s Small Stage Series on Saturday, Oct. 23. The intimate set for SiriusXM subscribers and Pandora listeners will feature J. Cole performing songs from his latest album The Off-Season as well as fan favorites.
Negotiations are underway for the Robbins Police contract
The Village of Robbins is in negotiations with the Illinois Council of Police for a contract for the Village’s police officers after officers called off on Friday, Oct.1st. On Tuesday, Oct. 5th, the officers were back at work with a new Village of Robbins Police Chief being sworn in.
AUTHOR USES HER PLATFORM TO TALK ABOUT THE IMPORTANCE OF DIVERSITY EQUITY & INCLUSION
LaCoya Harris has learned a lot from her experiences while working in human resources in Corporate America. She has taken those lessons and written a book, “F*** the Fairytale: My Escape from Corporate America.”
The Auditorium Theatre Announces The 11th Year Of ArtsXChange
The Auditorium Theatre announces the 11th year of their signature education program: ArtsXChange. ArtsXChange is the Auditorium Theatre’s immersive year-long professional development mentorship opportunity for educators (grades 2-8) who want to integrate arts-based learning into existing curriculum using arts-learning strategies in their classrooms.
Friday, October 8
Rep. Kelly Announces More Than $4 Million in Federal Grants Awarded to Five Community Health Centers
Congresswoman Robin L. Kelly (IL-02) announced today, that five community health centers in the South Suburbs and Chicago’s South Side have been awarded a total of more than $4 million in infrastructure improvement grants from the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services.
REP. DANNY K. DAVIS STANDS WITH OLDER WORKERS TO FIGHT AGAINST AGE DISCRIMINATION
“This is the 21st Century -- Discrimination for any reason at any time is unacceptable.”
Today, Rep. Davis urged the U. S. Senate to schedule a vote for H.R. 2062, the Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act, which restores critical, well-established workplace protections for older Americans that were weakened in 2009 by the Supreme Court. With this important legislation, Congress stands up for older workers facing age discrimination and empowers them to hold their employers accountable for unfair practices. H.R. 2062 was passed in the House of Representatives. Davis thanked his colleague, Rep. Bobby Scott, for introducing the legislation.
Commissioner Dennis Deer, County Board Declare Mental Health a Public Health Crisis
The Cook County Board unanimously passed a resolution proposed by Commissioner Dennis Deer on Oct. 7 that declares mental health a public health crisis, noting the increase in the number of people who received mental and behavioral health services in the City of Chicago and Cook County.
McDonald’s® USA Serves Up Free Thank You Meals to Educators Nationwide
The Golden Arches calls on fans across the country to celebrate the educator in their life
All educators - such as teachers, administrators and school staff - can simply head to their local participating McDonald’s during breakfast hours from Oct. 11-15 and show a valid work ID for a free breakfast, on us! The Thank You Meals will be served in a classic Happy Meal box filled with an entrée breakfast sandwich, Hash Browns and a beverage. Sandwich choices include an Egg McMuffin®, a Bacon, Egg and Cheese Biscuit or a Sausage Biscuit. Beverage options include a medium McCafé® hot or iced coffee or a medium soft drink.
Thursday, October 7
CALUMET TOWNSHIP SUPERVISOR CONCLUDES SHREDDING CAMPAIGN
Calumet Township Supervisor/Illinois State Representative Robert “Bob” Rita- has just concluded a southern Cook County multi-town Paper Shredding drive that attracted thousands of Southlands residents to take advantage of free services that will decrease the opportunity of identity theft.
INVENTING IMPROV A CHICAGO STORIES Special Premiering
How a trailblazing woman sparked the improvisational theater movement and made Chicago the home of improv
Chicago’s greatest cultural export just might be improvised theater, which was born at Jane Addams’ Hull House during the Great Depression and carried out into the world by the likes of Bill Murray, Tina Fey, Amy Poehler, and Stephen Colbert. But while to most people improv might seem synonymous with comedy, the art form was devised by a woman who wasn’t out for laughs. On Friday, October 22 at 8:00 pm on all WTTW platforms, WTTW brings you a new CHICAGO STORIES special, INVENTING IMPROV, that explores the life and legacy of Viola Spolin, the social-worker-turned-theater guru known as The Mother of Improv.
Wednesday, October 6
Emerald South and Comcast Launch the South Side Connectivity Collaborative, an Internet Connectivity Initiative Focused on areas of Chicago’s South Side
Thousands of residents in four south side neighborhoods stand to benefit from additional opportunities to connect to the Internet for schoolwork, digital skill building, access to services and job sea
The Emerald South Economic Development Collaborative and Comcast today announced the launch of the South Side Connectivity Collaborative (SSCC). Powered by Comcast, the new initiative is designed to connect more residents of four South Side neighborhoods to the Internet through a combination of new resources and existing programs. The neighborhoods include Bronzeville, Grand Boulevard, Washington Park and Woodlawn.
Calumet City Police Department Is Accepting Applications
The City of Calumet is now accepting application for Police.
Commemorating the 150th Anniversary of the Great Chicago Fire
The Richard H. Driehaus Museum’s Up from the Ashes Walking Tour Highlights the Nickerson Mansion
The Richard H. Driehaus Museum, located at 40 East Erie St., is pleased to announce its programming around the sesquicentennial of the Great Chicago Fire. The Driehaus Museum is uniquely poised to tell the story of this historic event because it is housed in the Nickerson Mansion. Built from 1879-1883, it is one of Chicago’s earliest fire-proof residences that rose from the ashes of the Chicago Fire.
STARZ’S New Original Series “BMF” Celebrates World Premiere
On Thursday, Sept, 23, STARZ hosted a star-studded Red Carpet World Premiere Screening and Concert event in celebration of the new original series “BMF’’ at the Cellairis Amphitheatre in Atlanta, Georgia. “BMF ‘’ was produced in Atlanta and Detroit, where the real-life Black Mafia Family that inspired the series had bases of operation from the 1980-2000s.
Creme of Nature Announces Its First Legacy of Leadership Pitch Competition
Creme of Nature today announced that it has teamed up with The Thurgood Marshall College Fund’s (TMCF) Innovation and Entrepreneurship (I&E) Division to launch its first Legacy of Leadership Case Study Pitch Competition. The Pitch Competition will provide HBCU students across the U.S. with a chance to gain hands-on experience, training and mentorship involvement so they can be fully equipped with the business tools needed to become the next generation of black entrepreneurs and business leaders.
‘Sisters Working It Out’ Executive Director Beulah Brent is nominated for cancer award
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Beulah Brent, executive director of Sisters Working it Out, has been nominated for her work to eliminate Breast Cancer disparities in Chicago and its surrounding suburbs.
Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. pledges $1 million to support lifesaving mission of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., an international collegiate and nonprofit community service organization, plans to raise $1 million for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital®. This commitment comes just as the organization approaches its 100th anniversary in 2022 with the focus on celebrating this centennial milestone by reflecting on a long history of philanthropy, love for community and making a positive impact on the kids and families at St. Jude.
Successful Black American-Owned Business Leaders Unfairly Targeted
There is an old African proverb that captures one of the challenges that too many financially successful Black-owned business leaders face today in America. That proverb is “Your earned riches may engender envy and jealous criticism but be not dismayed by the foolishness of the envious.”
Reps. Davis, Rush, Wenstrup, and Hollingsworth push bipartisan legislation to help people with kidney failure
Democratic U.S. Representatives Danny K. Davis (IL-7th) and Bobby L. Rush (IL-1st), along with Republican Representatives Brad Wenstrup (OH-2nd) and Trey Hollingsworth (IN-9th), co-introduced legislation to encourage the development of new medical devices used to treat and/or manage individuals diagnosed with end-stage renal disease (ESRD), commonly referred to as kidney failure.
Coaches Vs. Racism Launches Ambitious Action Plan
Coaches Vs. Racism (CVR) is a 501c3 national non-profit leading the charge to end systemic racism in sports. They are mobilizing coaches in the pro ranks as well as collegiate and amateur levels across the country to create an action-filled, educational and grassroots approach to inspire cultural and societal change in the world of sports.
Local Eyebrow Icon Focuses On Inner Beauty
LaGena Cain is the owner of Poise Beauty, a lifestyle brand and cosmetic company. Cain grew up in the beauty world. Her aunt named her first salon after her. “Growing up and seeing women pamper themselves and how they focused on their outer beauty and look beautiful, I think part of my life, I just got focused on just wanting to tap into the inner part of us,” she said.
Nailah Ellis-Brown Is Claiming Her Spot At The Top
The Founder of Ellis Isle Tea Has One of the Largest, Woman-Owned Beverage Brands in the U.S.
Nailah Ellis-Brown is the owner of Ellis Isle, Inc (formerly Ellis Island Tea), a Detroit- based beverage company and maker of Ellis Isle Tea and Wet Shuga that has made headlines as a business to watch. Ellis-Brown started the company from the trunk of her car and is now bottling her family recipe for retailers like Amazon and Target.
Financial assistance available to Peoples Gas and North Shore Gas customers for winter heating season
As the calendar turns to October and winter draws close, Peoples Gas and North Shore Gas are making their customers aware of financial assistance now available to people having a tough time keeping up with their heating bills. There are several programs available to Peoples Gas and North Shore Gas customers.
Awards recognize educators’ time and dedication
The Millens remember a time when they were in class together as students and a teacher referred to Kerese as the “stupid twin.” It stuck with her, and the experience traumatized her. It made Kristle and Kerese realize there are educators out there who don’t care for students. They wanted to recognize educators who are impacting students’ lives positively.
Winners Announced for The OBWS Black Entrepreneur of the Year Award
Official Black Wall Street (OBWS) closes out Black Business Month 2021 with The Second Annual OBWS Black Entrepreneur of The Year Awards presented by Snap Inc. and Clover®. Finalists were selected via an open call for nominations, which were then vetted by the OBWS Team and a panel of Judges. The winners Keewa Nurullah of Kido, Makeda Ricketts of PinkThink, and Ivy Lawrence-Walls of Ivy Leaf Farms were peer-selected via a digital voting platform created for the Awards.
The Obamas break ground on the Obama Presidential Center
“We chose this location for a few pretty good reasons. It’s close to where Michelle grew up, where I started my political career, it’s surrounded by vibrant neighborhoods and a community where we believe we can help make a difference,” Mr. Obama said.
Emmy Winner Uzo Aduba, Stand Up To Cancer And Count Me In Join Forces
Stand Up To Cancer® (SU2C), Count Me In, and SU2C Ambassador and Emmy® Award and SAG Award winning actress, Uzo Aduba have teamed up for a new public service announcement (PSA) to educate and encourage all cancer patients to opt-in to sharing their unique experiences and health information to help accelerate the pace of cancer research and propel new discoveries.
A New Development Project At The Former Independence Bank Site
The former site of Independence Bank, located at 7936 S. Cottage Grove Ave., will be renovated to house the Gift of Hope community outreach and operations. It will also house a healthcare and skills training program through Malcolm X College.
City Launching “Face Forward” Project
Participants will get their very own portrait and personal work of art depicting their vision for the future
The City of Chicago is partnering with renowned photographer Sandro Miller to offer Chicago youth aged 12 to 18 their very own portrait to be transformed into a one-of-a-kind work of art as part of a COVID-19 vaccination campaign that celebrates young people who are protecting themselves by getting the vaccine.
Voting Rights Activists Arrested at White House
Activists from the League of Women Voters, People For the American Way, and Declaration for American Democracy Demonstrate for White House Voting Rights Action
Tuesday, October 5, 2021, five voting rights activists were arrested in front of the White House in a demonstration calling on President Biden to take immediate and meaningful action for the freedom to vote. The action was led by the League of Women Voters of the United States, People For the American Way, and the Declaration for American Democracy. A diverse group of activists, including actress Kathleen Turner, members of the clergy, and civil and voting rights advocacy leaders participated in the march to and demonstration in front of the White House.
Top NYC Doctor on a Mission to Get People of Color Vaccinated
Despite the surge in the variants and increasing deaths across the nation and around the world, people of color still lag when it comes to getting vaccinations against COVID-19.
Add Meaning to Halloween and Support a Good Cause
As the world faces multiple crises, including the COVID-19 pandemic, families may have to adjust traditional trick-or-treating plans again this year. However, there are still ways to help make a difference and celebrate Halloween virtually.
Gabrielle Union Relaunches Fashion Line
Gabrielle Union debuts her biggest line to date at New York & Company and Lord & Taylor
Gabrielle Union has relaunched her namesake fashion line with New York & Company under the Saadia Group, a leader in multi-category product manufacturing, wholesaling and retailing. The actress, author and entrepreneur returns to fashion design with her most expansive release yet.
Monday, October 4
TOMORROW IS BERNIE MAC’S BIRTHDAY:
Announcing Upcoming Book from the Legendary Comedian
We all know that Bernie Mac has been passed on for thirteen years, but here's the thing... He's still making a huge impact on folks, and he's about to make some serious history as the first author of a daily motivational book who's done it from the other side. Bernie’s widow Rhonda R. McCullough teamed up with Walker-Bryce Creative to write a page-a-day self-help book full of Bernie’s own words of wisdom and good old solid advice, all delivered in his unmistakable voice with no sugar-coating, period.
Friday, October 1
COACHES VS. RACISM LAUNCHES AMBITIOUS ACTION PLAN TO ERASE SYSTEMIC RACISM IN SPORTS
Inaugural HBCU Roundball Experience Brings Big 10 and HBCU Basketball Teams Together For Head-to-Head Competition and Courageous Anti-Racism Conversations
Coaches Vs. Racism (CVR) is a 501c3 national non-profit leading the charge to end systemic racism in sports. They are mobilizing coaches in the pro ranks as well as collegiate and amateur levels across the country to create an action-filled, educational and grassroots approach to inspire cultural and societal change in the world of sports.
Advocate Health Care, Chicago Bears and Bears Care to honor breast cancer survivors at Real Bears Fans Wear Pink Game
Breast cancer survivors will be recognized during pregame and in-game events and an Advocate doctor will participate in the coin presentation
Ten breast cancer survivors, their family members and doctors from across Illinois will be honored Sunday at the Real Bears Fans Wear Pink game at Soldier Field, as Advocate Health Care, the Chicago Bears and Bears Care (the team’s charitable arm) raise awareness of the disease. The patients will participate in several pregame and in-game experiences and an Advocate physician will take part in the coin presentation before kickoff between the Bears and the Detroit Lions.