Mother-Son Duo Elevates Black Excellence with Launch of Maneuver Men's Grooming at Holt Renfrew
The dynamic mother-son duo behind Maneuver Men is proud to announce the launch of their luxury men's grooming product line at three of Holt Renfrew's flagship locations: The Yorkdale Mall, Square One Mall, and Bloor Street. This milestone represents a significant achievement for Maneuver, offering an exclusive opportunity for customers to experience a premium self-care regimen that promotes both well-being and confidence. Maneuver launched in Holt Renfrew on September 1st, 2024.
Old Navy Celebrates 30 Years of Inviting Everyone to Play with Style
For 30 years, Old Navy has been woven into the fabric of America, uniting generations with iconic products and memorable fashion moments. In celebration of the brand's anniversary, we're inviting everyone to come play with style by bringing back and modernizing some of our greatest hits from the '90s, reconnecting with longtime fans, and welcoming new tastemakers into the brand.
Jacky Clark-Chisholm Premieres New Music Video 'Greatest Part of Me'
Jacky Clark-Chisholm premieres her new music video and single, ‘Greatest Part of Me,’ from her acclaimed solo album ‘Jacky?’. Chisholm, a 4x Grammy® Award winner (including a Lifetime Achievement Award), NAACP Image Award, Stellar Award, and Dove Award-winning artist, steps fully into her solo spotlight with this release, marking her second solo album in a career spanning five decades as a member of the legendary gospel group, The Clark Sisters.
New CCAO data map explores impact of affordable housing program
The Cook County Assessor’s Office released new data exploring the impact of a flagship affordable housing program during its first two years of administration.
Athletes, Artists, Volunteers and More Join Michelle Obama’s When We All Vote to Register Thousands of Voters Across the Country
When We All Vote, Michelle Obama’s national, nonpartisan voting initiative, kicked off their National Voter Registration Week of Action to get thousands of Americans registered and ready to vote. With less than 50 days until Election Day and some states’ voter registration deadlines approaching in early October, When We All Vote is turning National Voter Registration Day on September 17 into an entire Week of Action from September 16-22. In addition to events and activations throughout the week, volunteers will host 100 voter registration drives across the country to get their communities registered.
UNCF CHICAGO RAISES MORE THAN $100,000 AT THE 41ST ANNUAL WALK FOR EDUCATION
More than 1200 supporters attended when UNCF (United Negro College Fund) held its 41st Annual Walk for Education recently along Chicago’s lakefront at South DuSable Lake Shore Drive at 39th Street in Burnham Park. The event raised more than $100,000 and the donation link to the Chicago Walk remains open through Sept. 30.
Kidney Coach Wants To Create Healthy Communities
Peggy Riggins believes a person’s health is personal and that a personalized approach to health is important. She created the Kidney Party Project as a fun, festive way for people to get more excited about taking their health into their own hands. She likes to say, “give yourself to yourself before you give yourself away.”
Step Afrika! Premieres Work Based On The Migration Of African Americans
Artist Jacob Lawrence’s “The Migration Series” is the inspiration behind Step Afrika!’s “The Migration: Reflections on Jacob Lawrence.” The series depicts the story of African Americans from the South and their Great Migration to the North. The Migration uses motifs, images and colors from Lawrence’s series to bring it to life on stage, with dance and vocals.
Black Arts Month Celebrates The Work And Contributions Of Black Artists In Chicago
The Black Arts & Culture Alliance of Chicago (BACA) is gearing up for Black Arts Month, which will take place in October. The goal of Black Arts Month is to center Black artists in Chicago and their contributions to the arts and cultural sector in the city and all over the world.
Bank of America Engages Park Forest Community With Mobile Financial Services
For three days Bank of America partnered with OAI, Inc. to engage residents with its mobile financial center, financial education workshops and one-on-one counseling services. The goal of the event was to provide convenient access to the banking services to the community. Associates and specialists were on site, from small business to home loans, as well as bankers and Operation Hope counselors, to bring a full suite of specialists’ resources to support the market.
First Black Woman Supreme Court Justice Talks About Memoir
Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson walked on stage at the Harris Theater Millennium Park to a standing ovation for her sold out lecture, which was part of Chicago Humanities.
Opening Doors of Opportunity Can Heal the Nation
January 1, 1994 is as good a date as any to recognize as the beginning of the end of the US manufacturing sector as we knew it. That is the date the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) went into effect. Going back to the 1970s, foreign competition in manufacturing had already led to America’s Steel Belt being dubbed the Rust Belt, but NAFTA and other trade agreements like it greatly accelerated factory closures.
One Million Degrees Hosts Inaugural Welcome Event at South Suburban College
Thirty-nine scholars attended the inaugural One Million Degrees (OMD) Welcome Event at South Suburban College (SSC) on Wednesday, September 18, 2024. OMD, a renowned community college student success program, supports scholars on their journey to meaningful careers. The program is delivered through SSC’s Multicultural Wellness Center, which began offering OMD support in the Fall semester.
“I AM THAT WOMAN RETREAT” ANNOUNCES SPEAKER LINEUP
Dozens of women who hail from across the country will gather in St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands at the 2024 I Am That Woman (IATW) Retreat – a five-day, four-night women’s wellness experience, Oct. 2 – 6, at the Westin Beach Resort and Spa at Frenchman’s Reef. The event is sponsored by the Chicago-based I Am That Woman Movement, a 501(c) (3) nonprofit, led by Founder and President Twyler Jenkins.
Help Keep Your Brain Healthy With Foods We Eat Everyday
It can happen all too often. Someone is talking and – right in the middle of a sentence – lose their train of thought, forget someone’s name or even a word they want to use. Whether it is called a senior moment, memory lapse or just plain forgetfulness, it can be quite embarrassing – and sometimes, even scary.
THE NATIONAL CIVIL RIGHTS MUSEUM ANNOUNCES JORDAN BRAND AS 2024 FREEDOM AWARD PRESENTING SPONSOR, HONORING SPIKE LEE
Memphis, Tenn., GLOBE NEWSWIRE -- The National Civil Rights Museum announced Jordan Brand (NIKE, Inc.) will be the Freedom Award presenting sponsor in 2024. Jordan Brand is key to the museum’s connection to honoree Spike Lee and the Freedom Award.
Mortgage rates are dropping: what it means for Chicago homeowners and homebuyers
Homeownership is more than just a lofty American dream—it’s how many can build generational wealth. For the Black community, 90% of wealth gains come from homeownership, meaning that owning a home continues to be a crucial method for Black households to build and accumulate wealth.
Giannoulias Launches Teen Organ Donation Initiative
Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias announced the launch of the Lifesaving Education and Awareness on Donation (LEAD) program, enabling high school students to serve as “ambassadors” for the Illinois Organ and Tissue Donor Program.
Black Harvest Film Festival Celebrates 30 Years
The Black Harvest Film Festival is celebrating a milestone and continuing its legacy of showcasing films from the African diaspora that highlight the African American and Black experience.
