Gov. Pritzker Celebrates Start of 110-mph Passenger Service on Chicago-St. Louis Line
Governor JB Pritzker joined federal, state, and local officials, along with the Federal Railroad Administration, Amtrak, the Union Pacific Railroad, and project supporters at Union Station to celebrate the start of 110 mph passenger rail service between Chicago and St. Louis. This multi-year project better connects the state’s communities and major institutions while improving safety, convenience, and accessibility. Starting with the first trains on Amtrak’s state-supported Lincoln Service this morning, the higher speeds are eliminating approximately 15 minutes from the previous 90 mph runtimes between the two cities and 30 minutes from the initial 79 mph schedule in place when the project broke ground.
ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL URGES STRONGER STANDARDS FOR DANGEROUS MERCURY EMISSIONS FROM POWER PLANTS
Attorney General Kwame Raoul, along with 18 attorneys generals and cities, announced he filed comments in support of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) proposal to update and strengthen the 2012 Mercury and Air Toxics Standards (MATS)
Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs Eclipses $2 Billion in Investment Earnings Since Taking Office
Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs has earned more than $2 billion in investment earnings for the state portfolio since taking office, the Illinois State Treasurer’s Office announced.
Statement by Dr. Gail C. Christopher, Executive Director, National Collaborative for Health Equity
The decision by the U.S. Supreme Court to end affirmative action in higher education is much more than just a bad ruling; this is an embarrassment on a global scale.
40 Tons and Good Green Bring Level Up Career Conference to Chicago
Nearly 200 people attended the 40 Tons and Good Green Level Up Career Conference & Business Expo this month at Malcolm X College Conference Center in Chicago. This marked the sixth event for the conference, which grows each year, attracting hundreds interested in connecting with resources and employers. The Level Up Career Conference is an innovative employment resource that promotes social justice and brings together employers who encourage equitable hiring practices with diverse job seekers. The core pillar of the conference was centered around restorative justice, with five key areas of focus: Employment, Expungement, Education, Empowerment, and Engagement.
ELECTED OFFICIALS THROUGHOUT COOK COUNTY AND OVER 1000 GATHERED TO PROMOTE DIVERSITY AND HARMONY THROUGH MUSIC LYNWOOD’S LYN VINIA MUSIC FEST BROUGHT TOGETHER ALL WALKS OF LIFE TO LEARN FROM THE PAS
Lynwood Mayor Jada D. Curry- was joined by the Lynwood Village Board, State Elected Officials, County Elected Officials and Lynwood/Southland residents on Saturday, June 24th to celebrate diversity through the beautiful sounds of music.
Great Lakes Credit Union Awards $15K in Scholarship Aid
Great Lakes Credit Union (GLCU), in partnership with the GLCU Foundation for Financial Empowerment, is pleased to announce the six exceptional recipients of its annual Member Scholarship program. Each student will receive a $2,500 scholarship to further their education in an accredited technical school, trade school, or a four-year college or university.
OVER 4000 TO CELEBRATE TO GATHER IN MATTESON TO CELEBRATE PEACE AND DIVERSITY THROUGH MUSIC
Sheila Chalmers-Currin -Mayor of Matteson, Illinois-and the Matteson Village Board and philanthropist Early Walker are proud to announce the annual summer music festival which is the largest 4th of July music gathering in Cook County. The Village of Matteson will begin the holiday weekend with its summer rollout of "Concerts at The Hall."
Celebrated artivist Nikkolas Smith illustrates reality of patients living with sickle cell disease
Celebrated artist Nikkolas Smith revealed exclusive artwork today illustrating the important role blood donations play for people living with sickle cell disease, the most common — yet often invisible to the public eye — genetic blood disorder in the U.S., which predominantly affects those in the Black community.
SFJAZZ Appoints Terence Blanchard Executive Artistic Director
SFJAZZ announces the appointment of Seven-Time Grammy Winner and Two-Time Academy Award Nominee Terence Blanchard as Executive Artistic Director. This new position will lead the organization's artistic programming and guide its overall creative direction. Blanchard's appointment comes as SFJAZZ Founder Randall Kline prepares to step down this year from the organization he founded in 1983.
Clerk of the Circuit Court of Cook County making legal system more accessible
With the opening of a call center, as well as a program that goes into the community, the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Cook County is creating pathways to make the office more accessible for people. While the office might have operated in a silo in past years, Iris Martinez, Clerk of the Circuit Court of Cook County, is looking to change that. Martinez and her team came in, did some reforms, and started to do outreach in the community to inform people about the resources that are available.
Take Time Off This Summer, But Not From Your Finances
Summer is here, bringing all the fun that comes with months of warm weather and hours of daylight. As you plan your summer season itinerary, however, you might discover you’re juggling more expenses than just a trip to the beach.
Teva Unveils Misa Hylton Capsule Collection with Macy’s
Teva®, a division of Deckers Brands (NYSE: DECK), announces the launch of its collaboration with fashion architect, Misa Hylton. The Teva x Misa Hylton capsule collection celebrates Hylton's signature style, delivering one-of-a-kind takes on two fashion-forward Teva sandal silhouettes: the Flatform Universal and Hurricane XLT2 Gladiator.
Mentoring Youth Through Technology turns 10
Ten years ago, Randle Carter founded Mentoring Youth Technology with the goal to give back to youth in at risk and underserved communities to expose them to technology careers. Carter has more than 30 years of experience in Information Technology. He learned about computers from a friend and he excelled in it. Throughout his career, he has worked as a desktop support engineer, network engineer, project manager and also started his own consulting firm. He has been self-employed since in 2003. He did all of that without a college degree.
Blk Grvty Inks Deal to Lead Known's Innovation Lab
On Juneteenth, Known, a finance and asset management firm, announced its new partnership with Blk Grvty, to lead the establishment of their innovation lab, where philanthropy will be used as a tool to experiment with new, future-proof capital models.
Stakeholders partner to create community engagement model for public safety
Every other Friday, Teamwork Englewood hosts activations at Moran Park, located at 5727 S. Racine. At those activations, Teamwork Englewood provides food, services, entertainment and giveaways. It is part of Teamwork Englewood’s community safety engagement model that aims to deter gun violence. Teamwork Englewood, the City of Chicago and McCormick Foundation have partnered for a community safety engagement model that identifies a community’s needs and directs resources to areas that experience high levels of violence.
Project OneTen is seeking mentors
Project OneTen is currently seeking mentors for its program that prepares young Black and Brown boys for their transition from eighth grade into high school. Dirrick Butler, Project Ten’s founder, said the organization is looking for young professionals interested in answering the call to what we see is happening in the city everyday.
IN JUST ONE YEAR, MORE THAN 1,700 NEW PATIENTS BENEFITING FROM MEDICAL “HOUSE CALLS”
In Illinois, medical practice “Champions” of the Home Centered Care Institute’s (HCCI) Illinois House Call Project (ILHCP) have spent the past year working to provide care and close the gap on the nearly 200,000 residents in the state requiring, but not yet receiving, home-based primary care (HBPC). In just one year, these 14 participating practices have provided care to 1,732 new patients, already putting them over halfway to the project’s total three-year goal of serving 3,000 new patients.
Organization grants wishes and makes a difference in people’s lives
Vital Thomas believes a neighborhood is only as good as its people. As the president of Grant A Wish, he is keeping the legacy of his mother Anne Blair, who founded the organization in 1981, alive. The mission of the organization is to make a difference in the lives of children in need.
