JUST US BRIDGE LAUNCHES FREE ONLINE LEGAL TRAINING, EMPOWERING CHICAGO RESIDENTS
Just Us Bridge, in partnership with the State of Illinois R3 program, is excited to announce the launch of its groundbreaking free online legal training initiative. This initiative is designed to empower Chicago area residents facing civil lawsuits by providing them with accessible, high-quality legal education at no cost. In a commitment to address the growing need for affordable legal resources, Just Us Bridge is proud to offer this comprehensive program entirely funded by the State of Illinois R3 program. The program aims to put power back into the hands of marginalized communities by equipping them with the knowledge and tools needed to navigate legal challenges effectively. Hundreds of Chicagoans have already enrolled in Just Us Bridge's online legal courses, gaining valuable insights into areas such as eviction, debt collection, wage garnishment, and more. By making this program available to all Chicago residents, Just Us Bridge seeks to bridge the gap in access to legal education and representation for those who cannot afford legal services.
THE CHICAGO HIGH SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS (CHIARTS) STARTS THE 2023-24 SCHOOL YEAR
Chicago's first and only pre-professional public arts high school, The Chicago High School for the Arts (ChiArts), located at 2714 W Augusta Blvd., welcomes a new school year with major leadership announcement, admissions applications for prospective students, and “Backstage Pass” immersive open house experiences. ChiArts celebrates the start of a new school year with a diverse and energetic team of leaders heading up the academic, arts, and administrative staff. This summer, the school’s new Principal, Pavielle Driver, joined the team, along with Artistic Director Tina Boyer Brown being promoted to Executive Director and Dance Department Head Greer Reed stepping into the Artistic Director role. Also recently appointed: Assistant Principal Kanika Glover, Dean of Students Hedgar Giron, and ChiArts veteran educator Tracey Franklin promoted to Dance Department Head.
The Auditorium Theatre Proudly Presents Deeply Rooted Dance Theater One Night Only
The Auditorium Theatre (Chicago’s landmark stage at 50 E. Ida B. Wells Drive) proudly presents Deeply Rooted Dance Theater—a Chicago-based contemporary dance company rooted in traditions of American and African-American dance—in a one-night-only performance Friday, November 3 at 7:30 p.m. as part of the theatre’s Made In Chicago Dance Series. Tickets are $25–85 and are available at auditoriumtheatre.org.
CHIEF LARRY SNELLING CONFIRMED BY CITY COUNCIL AS CHICAGO POLICE DEPARTMENT SUPERINTENDENT
Chief of the Bureau of Counterterrorism Larry Snelling was confirmed as the Superintendent of the Chicago Police Department by a unanimous vote from the Chicago City Council.
COVID-19 Was 'Bloody Sunday' for America's Racial Health Disparities, Yet, There is Little Progress
Thousands of Black people had protested and many had died at the hands of police, White supremacists and racists as they engaged in non-violent campaigns to win the right to vote.
EagleRider Guide Embarks on Historic 66th Ride on Route 66
The world's leading provider of motorcycle rentals and guided motorcycle tours, EagleRider announced today that one of their longest running tour guides, Richard Wynkoop, will be taking his 66th tour of the famed Route 66, riding one of the most limited and coveted Harley Davidson’s on the market, the Harley-Davidson 2023 CVO Road Glide.
Learn How to Clear Your Cannabis Record for Free at WVON Family Care Expo
Leaders from New Leaf Illinois will be at the WVON Family Care Expo this Saturday, September 30, to share how the program can help people clear past cannabis convictions off their records. New Leaf Illinois is a statewide network of nonprofit organizations, funded by the state of Illinois, that provides free cannabis expungement legal services.
WORLD RENOWNED AVIATION EXPERT SAYS THE SOUTH SUBURBAN AIRPORT WOULD BE A
A world-renowned expert on aviation says that the Chicago metro area is “underperforming” as an aviation powerhouse because it lacks sufficient capacity to handle the region’s air travel demands for commerce and tourism, both domestically and internationally.
HEALTH EXPERTS AND ADVOCATES TO HOLD URGENT PANEL DISCUSSION ON THE IMPORTANCE OF KIDNEY AND TISSUE DONATIONS AS POLITICAL LEADERS SEEK DONOR FOR POPULAR FEMALE POLITICAL PIONEER
Calvin Jordan- Rich Township Supervisor- and Rich Township Trustee Jackie Small- have joined forces to host an Urgent Community Panel Discussion about the dire importance of organ and tissue donations. The event has is entitled, “A Gift of Life” will feature some of the foremost health experts, government officials and advocates who have dedicated their personal and professional lives to the issue of organ donations. The event will be held on Monday, October 2nd, at 4:00 PM, at Governors State University in University Park, Illinois.
ComEd Program Helps 100 Year Old Black-Owned Business with Expansion
When Geri Harston was in grammar school, she would watch the electricians install lights on the streets. She looked at it and believed it was something she could do. She had an opportunity to sign up for the journeyman apprenticeship program. She went through the program and worked in the field for 11 years then was called back to teach at the apprenticeship program.
Cheer and Sports Program keeps children off the streets
Stacy Tolar founded Keeping Adolescents Off the Streets (KAOS) Bulldogs Cheer in 2010. It was a time when a lot of school-based after school programs were being shut down. Tolar thought the children in the community still needed an after school physical activity.
The Executive Leadership Council to Honor Mellody Hobson, Co-CEO and President of Ariel Investments and Chair of Ariel Investment Trust, with 2023 ELC Achievement Award
The Executive Leadership Council (ELC), the preeminent global membership organization for Black CEOs, senior executives, corporate board directors , top-tier entrepreneurs, and global thought leaders, announced recently it will honor Mellody Hobson, co-CEO and President of Ariel Investments and Chair of Ariel Investment Trust, with the 2023 ELC Achievement Award during its 37th Anniversary Recognition Gala. The event will take place 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 5, at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center, 201 Waterfront Street, National Harbor, Maryland.
‘Purple Turtle’ helps children explore their superpowers
Tamera Fair used her extensive background in childcare to create “The Purple Turtle.” But, Fair doesn’t just want it to be a book series, she wants it to be a movement, complete with merchandise featuring the characters from the books.
Hallmark Mahogany Announces its First-ever, Curated Brand experience, Mahogany Moment on October 1 with Headliner Tabitha Brown
Hallmark Mahogany is excited to announce its first-ever branded experiential activation, Mahogany Moment. The event will be held at the historical Georgia Freight Depot, located in metro Atlanta, Ga. on Sunday, Oct. 1. Mahogany Moment is designed to motivate and empower Black women storytellers, artists, small business owners, creators, and more to transform their inspirations into action.
Creators and actors of ‘Sam -- A Saxon’ talk about the series
“Sam – A Saxon” is a human story. A global story. A Black German story. The story about the East Germany’s first Black policeman, Sam Meffire, was first told to Tyron Ricketts by Meffire himself back in the early 2000s. More than 20 years later, the story became a Disney + series that is available on Hulu.
The Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation Launches 'Outdoors for Everyone'
In observance of Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month, the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation launched the 'Outdoors for Everyone Campaign,' an initiative to ensure the great outdoors is equally accessible and inclusive for all people – including those living with paralysis, their families, and caregivers.
WayMaker Men’s Summit creates safe space for Black men
WayMaker kicked off its 2023 WayMaker Men’s Summit on Friday, Sept. 15th, with Jay Ellis, Mayor Brandon Johnson, Troy Vincent, David Mann, Dr. Courtney Hollowell and Dr. Montgomery Coltrane Curtis, as well as Derrick Rose. The two-day event took place at Convene at the Willis Tower Friday-Saturday, Sept. 15th-16th.
KEITH WEAVER MOVES ON FROM SONY PICTURES ENTERTAINMENT TO FOCUS ON REAL ESTATE AND HOSPITALITY EMPIRES
Keith Weaver, Executive Vice President of Global Public Policy and External Affairs at Sony Entertainment Pictures, announces his departure from the entertainment group after more than 20 years. Weaver's exit marks an exciting new chapter in his entrepreneurial journey. As the Co-Founder of Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey alongside his wife Fawn Weaver, and the inspiration behind Humble Baron, the longest bar in the world that is located at Nearest Green Distillery, Weaver will now launch a new hospitality company, Nashwood, Inc. where he will act as Founder and Chief Executive Officer.
SCHOOL DISTRICT 152.5 SET TO TRAIL-BLAZE THROUGH NEW SCHOOL YEAR
Hazel Crest School District 152.5 is thrilled to kick off an exciting new school year, where students take center stage in the focus of excellence in education. Superintendent Spells eagerly looks forward to an exceptional school year with students at the forefront with the joint community support and efforts.
