SOUTHLAND COLLEGE PREP CELEBRATES BEING EXEMPLARY
The Southland College Prep Charter High School opened in 2010 with 121 ninth grade students, with a vision to create and refine a model that could be replicated and established a new standard of academic achievement and college success.
THE CATS ARE OUT OF THE BAG!
Broadway In Chicago announced that individual tickets for a limited engagement of CATS are available now. Ticket prices range from $30 - $95 with a select number of premium tickets available for all performances. CATS will play at Broadway In Chicago’s James M. Nederlander Theater (24 W. Randolph St.) from February 21 through February 26, 2023. Individual tickets are available at www.BroadwayInChicago.com. Tickets are available now for groups of 10 or more by calling Broadway In Chicago Group Sales at (312) 977-1710 or emailing Group- \Sales@BroadwayInChicago.com.
COVID-19 grief: four ways to cope with loss during holidays
The holiday season is touted as the most wonderful time of the year, but for so many, it’s painful to endure after losing loved ones to COVID-19. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that more than 1 million people have died of COVID-19 since 2020. Among them are more than 56,000 Black people who have lost their lives.
Phocas Financial Issues First Quarter 2023 Investment Outlook for REIT Market
Phocas Financial Corporation ("Phocas"), an employee-owned registered investment adviser specializing in equity REIT and small-cap value equity investing, issued its Q4 2022 commentary and Q1 2023 REIT investment outlook.
Amber Ruffin Celebrates the Best Holiday Gifts with a Festive Neiman Marcus 'White Elephant' Event
Neiman Marcus celebrates the holiday season with a joyous White Elephant gifting event hosted by acclaimed comedian, talk show host and writer Amber Ruffin at Cucina Alba on Tuesday, Dec. 6. In the spirit of the Make the Moment holiday campaign and being creative in how you celebrate, guests participate in the third annual spirited fete. In addition to a selection of steal-worthy gifts curated to suit a range of price points and themes, there are a few twists on tradition that guarantee everyone goes home happy.
6 HBCU Marching Bands Selected to Perform in 2023 Honda Battle of the Bands
Honda Battle of the Bands (HBOB) returns LIVE on February 18, 2023; tickets now on sale at www.hondabattleofthebands.com
Clerk Karen Yarbrough Announces Lottery Drawing For Cook County’s First Marriage License Of The New Year
Clerk Karen A. Yarbrough is inviting couples interested in tying the knot in 2023 to apply to receive the first marriage license of the New Year and to exchange vows in the Cook County Clerk’s annual First Marriage Ceremony.
OVER 700 SOUTHLAND KIDS TO LINE UP EARLY FOR POPULAR CHICAGO-BASED CHRISTMAS GIFT GIVEAWAY
CONGRESSWOMAN ROBIN KELLY AND PRESIDENT TONI- PRECKWINKLE ARE AMONG OFFICIALS CONFIRMED TO JOIN IN SERVING CHILDREN MAYOR SHEILA CHALMERS- CURRIN AND TOWNSHIP SUPERVISOR- CALVIN JORDAN WELCOME HIGHLY ANTICIPATED CHRISTMAS GIVEAWAY, “CHRISTMAS IN THE WARDS” VILLAGE OF MATTESON SET TO GIVE AWAY HUNDREDS OF BIKES, SCOOTERS, TELEVISIONS, AND CLOTHES FOR STUDENTS IN NEED “CHRISTMAS IN THE WARDS” ADOPTS MATTESON AS THE FIRST SUBURB TO INCORPORATE “CHRISTMAS IN THE SOUTHLAND”
Tillman Pushes State to Release $4.7 Million OK’d to Fix Dolton 149 Schools Board Chief Pledges to “Deepen Engagement” with District Parents
In the $46.4 billion Illinois state budget signed by Governor JB Pritzker in April was $4.7 million for south suburban Dolton School District 149 to provide structural upgrades to the district’s schools, and Dolton 149’s top school board official is pushing the state to release the money as soon as possible.
ComEd Community Program Recruits Local Residents to Bring Bill-Assistance Awareness to Chicago’s South/Western Neighborhoods
To increase awareness of and access to financial assistance options that can help income-eligible customers pay their electric bills, ComEd has again launched its Community Energy Assistance Ambassador (CEAA) program.
Federal Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) gives Eligible Low-income Households up to $30/month toward the cost of their Internet and/or Mobile Service
Federal Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) gives Eligible Low-income Households up to $30/month toward the cost of their Internet and/or Mobile Service
Cook County Assessor Releases Property Tax Data and Simulation Software Code
Over $180 billion in property taxes collected from every property in Cook County – from Ford Heights to Chicago to Winnetka – can now be analyzed with software code created by the Cook County Assessor’s Office
Illinois Legislative Black Caucus Foundation answers the call
The Illinois Legislative Black Caucus Foundation was founded in 2002, it is the civic and philanthropic arm of the Illinois Legislative Black Caucus, which was founded in 1967. The Illinois Legislative Black Caucus Foundation’s aim is to enhance the quality of life for Black Illinoisans. The mission of ILBCF is to provide a forum for non-partisan, educational research, public policy development and analysis of various issues of social and economic importance for Illinois. It also provides students throughout the State of Illinois, in African American communities, with internship and scholarship opportunities so they can advance their educational goals.
Trace Austin, Recording Artist/Actor, Grandson of Otis Williams from The Temptations Releases New Single “My Story”
Trace Austin, the grandson of the Temptations’ legendary Otis Williams, has released a new single, “My Story,” which was written by Trace Austin and produced by Byron Dorris, AKA Scotty. Trace recently launched his own 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, Together All Protected, in October to coincide with National Bullying Prevention Month The (TAP) organization will raise awareness about bullying in the community and provide resources such as mental health services, parent support groups, suicide prevention, self-defense classes, creative arts programs for musicians, alternative programs (schools) for minority youth, the LGBT community, and foster children.
Obama Foundation Seeks Partner to Oversee Culinary Experience at Obama Presidential Center
On Thursday, Dec. 1st, the Obama Foundation released the details of its RFP to identify a partner to oversee the culinary experience at the Obama Presidential Center.
Urban Growers Collective co-founder to receive Honorary Degree
Erika Allen has been living her Master’s Degree Thesis and working in community operated food systems to create agency for 20 years. Allen is the co-founder of Urban Growers Collective, president of Green ERA Educational NFP and co-owner of Green Era Sustainability Partners. On Saturday, Dec. 10th, Allen received an Honorary Ph.D. in Public Health from the University of Illinois Chicago.
MAYOR LIGHTFOOT ANNOUNCES $40 MILLION IN CITY GRANTS FOR NEIGHBORHOOD BUSINESSES, NON-PROFITS
Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot announced that more than 60 neighborhood businesses and nonprofit organizations are set to receive nearly $40 million in Community Development Grants as part of the Chicago Recovery Plan to provide post-pandemic relief.
University of Chicago Highlighted in French State Visit to United States
On Wednesday, Nov. 30, during French President Emmanuel Macron’s state visit to the US, the University of Chicago (UChicago) and the French National Center for Scientific Research (CNRS) signed an agreement at the French Embassy in Washington, DC to establish the International Research Center for Fundamental Scientific Discovery (IRC Discovery), a new collaboration that will bring together some of the world’s leading researchers to collaborate on answering the biggest questions of our time.
Association of African American Financial Advisors Announces New Leadership
The Association of African American Financial Advisor (“AAAA” or the “Association”), a non-profit membership organization for African American financial advisors and other wealth management industry professionals, announced the appointment of Alex David, President and CEO of Stifel Independent Advisors, as its incoming Chairman Emeritus. In this position, Mr. David will provide strategic guidance to the Association as it embarks upon the next stage of its vision for driving a more equitable wealth management industry.
