Safer Foundation Installs New West Side Mural Honoring U.S. Rep. Danny Davis’ Work For Formerly Incarcerated
A new Safer Foundation mural honoring U.S. Representative Danny Davis and his work making the successful reentry of citizens with arrest and conviction records a national priority is in its final days of completion.
Smithfield's Evans Recognized as one of Black Business Ink's Power 100
Steve Evans, vice president of community development for Smithfield Foods, was honored with a Black Business Ink Power 100 Award as one of the 100 most influential leaders in North Carolina.
MARIE CLAIRE'S AMBITION ISSUE IS POWERED BY PAYPAL
Future Publishing announces that Ariana DeBose covers Marie Claire's Ambition Issue, which just went live across Marie Claire's digital platforms. This digital issue's theme explores ambition and the intricacies that women have to navigate when they are labeled as such.
ANNOUNCING THE LAUNCH OF NIKKI GREEN BY DOMINIQUE SIDE
Sustainability Expert, Luxury Vegan Lifestyle Influencer and Serial Entrepreneur Dominique Side is announcing the launch of her latest venture, Nikki Green. Nikki Green is a luxury, 100% vegan ready-to-wear apparel line for individuals seeking chic yet sustainable pieces. The collection is black-owned, opulent, and aims to work towards higher levels of sustainability with each collection. Collection previews and showroom appointments can be made at shopnikkigreen.com.
38TH ANNUAL STELLAR AWARDS RETURNS TO LAS VEGAS WITH STELLAR+ FAN EXPERIENCE
The Stellar Gospel Music Awards, Gospel music's biggest night, is set to return to Las Vegas for its 38th annual celebration. This year, the event is taking its renowned festivities to new heights with the introduction of the ultimate fan experience, the Stellar+ Experience (Stellar+EXP). Co-founders Rhonda Jackson-Sams and Michele Murphy have curated an unparalleled lineup of activities that will showcase the talents, vision, creativity, and innovation of the Gospel music industry.
NASCAR and Bubba Wallace to Host Bubba’s Block Party for the First Time on Chicago’s South Side at DuSable Black History Museum
NASCAR today announced plans to bring Bubba’s Block Party, a nationwide community initiative hosted by 23XI Racing driver Bubba Wallace, to The DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center on Wednesday, June 28 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
3rd Annual Juneteenth Illinois Celebration
Cook County Board Commissioner Dennis Deer, Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle will be joined by numerous other Cook County Commissioners, Chicago Alderman, Clergy, and Civic leader to in a Juneteenth Kick off press conference.
ROMAN BANKS TO PLAY MICHAEL JACKSON IN THE FIRST NATIONAL TOUR OF “MJ”
Producers Lia Vollack, John Branca, John McClain, and Broadway In Chicago announced today that Roman Banks (Broadway’s Dear Evan Hansen and “High School Musical: The Musical: The Series”) will play the role of Michael Jackson in the First National Tour of MJ
REPARATIONS UNITED WANTS EXECUTIVE ORDER FOR REPARATIONS
A national organization with local roots is seeking an Executive Order for Reparations as the push for redress for the impact slavery had on African Americans continues.
Petaluma Records Releases Aaron Neville a Brand New Recording from the Take Me To The River: New Orleans Soundtrack Sessions, Featuring The Same Personnel as the GRAMMY-Winning Track “Stompin’ Ground”
Petaluma Records has released a brand new version of the Aaron Neville R&B/soul classic “Hercules.” This collaboration between Aaron Neville and Dirty Dozen Brass Band was recorded during the making of Take Me To the River: New Orleans, a documentary film and soundtrack celebrating the rich musical history, the heritage, legacy, and influence of New Orleans and Louisiana music through live sessions with local artists. “Hercules” features the same personnel as the Take Me To the River: New Orleans recording of “Stompin’ Ground,” which won the GRAMMY for Best American Roots Performance earlier this year. Written by legendary New Orleans songwriter Allen Toussaint and originally released in 1973, “Hercules” celebrates the 50th anniversary of its release this year.
THE DUSABLE MUSEUM ANNOUNCES 2023 JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION
CHICAGO – In honor of Juneteenth, (June 19, 1865), the day more than 200,000 enslaved African Americans in Confederate states were declared free, The DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center will present a day-long Juneteenth Celebration on Monday, June 19, 2023, from 10:00 AM until 8:00 PM. including activities, performances, and discussions suitable for the entire family
Doja Cat Battles Doja Cat in First Skechers Campaign
Global superstar and style icon Doja Cat steps into her recently announced role as the first-ever Skechers Artist-in-Residence with a fiercely energetic Skechers Uno campaign. The creative concept draws inspiration from Y2K, cyberpunk and anime aesthetics as two opposing personalities of the artist battle each other in the signature Skechers style.
Culver’s® Adding Two New Flavors of Fresh Frozen Custard This Summer
summer is underway and guests in search of new and exciting flavors of Fresh Frozen Custard, Culver’s is once again adding to its ever-growing Flavor of the Day lineup. This year, two new flavors will make their debut: Lemon Berry Layer Cake and Dark Chocolate PB Crunch.
PEPSI® Dig In Partners With Food Reviewer Keith Lee To Help Find the Country's Best Black-Owned Restaurants
Pepsi Dig In, a platform designed to drive access, business growth and awareness for Black-owned restaurants, is kicking off its latest call for submissions for its Restaurant Royalty program with one of social media's most well-known diners: food reviewer Keith Lee who boasts twelve million TikTok followers. Entering its sophomore year, Restaurant Royalty, a program which recognizes the country's best Black-owned restaurants, will tag team with Lee to help transform the lives of Black restaurant owners and their businesses with his posts.
MedStar Health Teams up with Local Sports Figures to Teach CPR and AED with Video Campaign Launched for CPR & AED Awareness Week
Emergency and critical care physicians, alumni, staff and players from the Capitals, Wizards, Mystics, and Georgetown get camera-ready to address gender and racial disparities in bystander CPR
Chicago Public Schools Honors Class of 2023 Chicago Builds Graduates
Chicago Public Schools (CPS) CEO Pedro Martinez honored Chicago Builds graduates today during a celebration with students, families and community members at the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 134. Chicago Builds is an industry-recognized pre-apprenticeship training program where students explore multiple career pathways in the construction industry. In addition to earning their high school diploma, approximately 66 Class of 2023 Chicago Builds graduates earned industry-recognized certifications in electrical, carpentry, heating and cooling (HVAC) and welding. These graduates are among an estimated 14,000 CPS students enrolled in Career and Technical Education (CTE) classes, including 1,000 scholars who explored the District’s Model Pathways Programming in addition to about 7,000 students in Early College STEM High Schools.
