Remembering Our Purpose – A Tribute to James Alfred Washington
While in Dallas to memorialize our dear friend, James Washington, my visit routinely found me engaged in stimulating conversations as I saw old friends and met new ones.
NAN Gathering Plans to Bring Drug Discount Concerns to Federal Reps
Recently the National Action Network (NAN) Leadership and Awards Breakfast, our Chairman Reverend Al Sharpton brought together NAN Board Members, State Chapter Chairs, senior staff, and community activists to discuss our increasing concern around the 340B Drug Discount Program.
Caregivers Honored at Inaugural Dear Me Care Circle
The launch of a new group for caregivers was held on last April 27th at the Hyatt Chicago Medical/University District. It was a full room of caregivers and the family and friends who love them attending the ‘Dear Me Care Circle’ Pre-Mother’s Day Brunch. Themed
Law Day at South Suburban College: A Resounding Success!
South Suburban College (SSC) celebrated Law Day on Wednesday, May 1, 2024, marking a significant milestone in fostering legal education and awareness within the community. The event drew an impressive turnout, with state and local law enforcement agencies, high school students from Bremen, Hillcrest, and Oak Forest, SSC legal studies students, and last but not least, SSC staff converging to partake in a day filled with immersive experiences and insightful discussions.
New Report Reveals Safety Challenges Black Girls Face in Schools
the National Women's Law Center (NWLC) and Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) released a report that examines the experiences Black girls have with school safety and school policing.
AFFIRM FILMS AND PROVIDENT FILMS REVEAL THE OFFICIAL TRAILER 'THE FORGE'
Sony Pictures' AFFIRM Films, Provident Films and the beloved Kendrick Brothers release their official trailer today as they gear up to launch their newest film, THE FORGE, exclusively in theaters nationwide beginning August 23rd. THE FORGE is a bold, inspirational drama about the power of mentorship that takes place in the same cinematic world as WAR ROOM, their 2015 hit film that claimed the #1 spot on the North American box office charts.
For Exquisite Finds, the NYC Spring Jewelry and Object Show Unearthed Hidden Gems from Around the World
In a world where innovation and modernity often take center stage, there's a timeless allure to the vintage and antique. Stepping into a show dedicated to these treasures is entering a realm where every piece has a story to tell, and every glance reveals a glimpse into history's elegant past. Cue the NYC Spring Jewelry and Object Show (NYCJAOS). After a successful inaugural autumn edition, the new KIL Promotions spring show recently launched at the Metropolitan Pavilion.
NICOLE ARI PARKER IS THE FACE OF KAREN MILLEN'S ICONS SERIES VOL. 6
Karen Millen, a London based fashion brand, is thrilled to announce the face of THE ICONS VOL.6; a collaboration with American actress and philanthropist, Nicole Ari Parker. The collection consists of occasionwear and elevated wardrobe staples that are everlasting designs for the modern woman.
Dr. Anthony Fletcher Installed as President of the Association of Black Cardiologists
The Association of Black Cardiologists (ABC) proudly announces it 20th President, Dr. Anthony Fletcher. Dr. Fletcher's installation took place during the ABC's spring 2024 Membership Meeting in Atlanta earlier this month. He is an interventional cardiologist with CHI St. Vincent Cardiology and Medicine Clinic in Little Rock, Arkansas. Dr. Fletcher is a graduate of Xavier University in Cincinnati, Ohio, and the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine. He completed his Internal Medicine Internship and Residency at George Washington University Hospital in Washington, D.C. where he also completed his Cardiovascular Fellowship.
UrbanGeekz Inks Groundbreaking Content Syndication Deal with Black-Owned Ridesharing App Moovn
Award-winning digital news brand UrbanGeekz has teamed up with Black-owned ride-hailing app Moovn to share its content with passengers on the move.
Prudential Financial empowers young changemakers with $15,000 each at Emerging Visionaries Summit
Twenty-five outstanding young people were honored by the Prudential Emerging Visionaries program for their initiatives to address pressing financial and societal issues.
3 North Lawndale Schools Partner with Community to Launch STEAM Programming in SY 2024-2025
Chicago Public Schools (CPS), in collaboration with many community partners, is honored to announce the creation of a science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM) programming in North Lawndale for the 2024-25 School Year. The partnership involves three current CPS schools; Chalmers School of Excellence, Johnson School of Excellence, and The Collins Academy High School, and promises to provide students with a well-balanced education that deepens their knowledge in STEAM subjects, starting in elementary school and continuing through high school – yielding more graduates prepared for in-demand STEAM careers.
Farragut Career Academy IB World School Renaming Gymnasium After Former Teacher/Basketball Coach William “Wolf” Nelson
Farragut Career Academy IB World School honored a beloved coach and teacher with a ceremony to name its gym the “William “Wolf” Nelson Gymnasium.” Nelson, a Farragut alumnus, has taught math for 33 years and was the varsity and junior varsity boys’ basketball coach for 40 years, respectively. He retired following the 2022-23 school year.
Chicago Public Schools Hosts Annual Mental Health Summit
More than 200 students and staff from across Chicago Public Schools convened at Malcolm X College to break the stigma around mental health through workshops, wellness activities, music and more. CPS Chief Health Officer Dr. Sofia Adawy Akintunde served as a keynote speaker and participant along with other CPS team members. Saturday’s summit is the second annual event and represents an early start to Mental Health Awareness Month in May.
Assessor Hosts 2024 Market Investor Day
The Cook County Assessor’s Office (CCAO) hosted its annual Market Investor Day on Wednesday, April 24. The event featured conversations between CCAO executive staff, industry leaders, and attendees about how property values are modeled and the state of commercial real estate in Chicago.
Center for Effective Government, Chicago Public Schools Announce Second Cohort of Executive Leadership Seminar Series Staff Participants
The University of Chicago Center for Effective Government (CEG) recently welcomed a cohort of 25 senior leaders from Chicago Public Schools (CPS) to the University’s Harris School of Public Policy for the second year of its Executive Leadership Seminar Series — an innovative partnership between CEG and CPS that provides immersive, multi-disciplinary leadership training to senior-level staff at CPS.
MAYOR BRANDON JOHNSON, MAYOR’S OFFICE FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES, ADA S. MCKINLEY COMMUNITY SERVICES LAUNCH DIVERSE LEARNERS RECOVERY FUND FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES
Mayor Brandon Johnson, in partnership with the Mayor’s Office for People with Disabilities and Ada S. McKinley Community Services – one of Chicago’s largest and oldest human services organizations – has announced a new grant program aimed at providing financial assistance to families of children with disabilities, a population that was disproportionately impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The $5 million Diverse Learners Recovery Fund will provide one-time grants of $500 to up to 8,000 eligible K-12 students through a lottery.
SOUTHLAND COLLEGE PREP CLASS OF 2024 ACCEPTED TO COLLEGE; OFFERED $50 MILLION AND COUNTING IN MERIT AND NEED-BASED SCHOLARSHIPS
Southland College Prep Charter High School in Richton Park, Illinois celebrated for the eleventh consecutive year that all members of the senior class have been accepted to college.
Governor Pritzker Launches $30 Million Grant Opportunity for Community Revitalization
Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) launched $30 million in funding for the Rebuild Illinois Downtowns and Main Streets Capital (RDMS, $20 million) and Research in Illinois to Spur Economic Recovery (RISE, $10 million) programs to revitalize commercial corridors and downtown areas throughout the state and accelerate local economic recovery initiatives. Grantees will be selected through a competitive Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) process.
