PINE GROVE HOLDINGS ANNOUNCES THE ACQUISITION OF ONE OF THE LEADING NORTH AMERICAN COMPONENT MANUFACTURERS, KKSP PRECISION MACHINING
Pine Grove Holdings LLC (“Pine Grove”), an executive-led operations and investment firm focused on companies with high engineering content, announced today the acquisition of the majority interest in KKSP Precision Machining LLC (“KKSP”), one of North America’s leading manufacturers of precision metal components, from Mill Point Capital LLC (“Mill Point Capital”), a private equity firm, who will remain a minority investor .
ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL ANNOUNCES SETTLEMENT WITH PEOPLES GAS OVER CHAMPAIGN COUNTY NATURAL GAS LEAK
Attorney General Kwame Raoul today announced a consent order with The Peoples Gas Light and Coke Company (Peoples Gas) over a natural gas leak that reached one of Central Illinois’ largest fresh water sources and nearby residents’ private wells.
CHA dedicates South Side senior building to current longest-serving Commissioner
The Chicago Housing Authority yesterday dedicated a recently refurbished South Side senior building, located at 6360 S. Minerva, to its current longest-serving Commissioner, Dr. Mildred C. Harris.
Pharrell Williams’ Non-Profit, YELLOW, and STEM™ Launch New Nature’s Escape Experience at SOMETHING IN THE WATER Festival
STEM, a new lineup of insecticides and repellents powered by plant-derived active ingredients, is kicking off a partnership with Pharrell Williams’ educational organization, YELLOW, to encourage curiosity and inspire wonder through science and nature for the next generation. Launched during Pharrell’s highly anticipated SOMETHING IN THE WATER music festival, Nature’s Escape is an interactive, in-person learning experience that invites families across the country to explore their curiosity around science and nature for free this summer.
LOCAL ELECTED OFFICIALS WEIGH IN ON SUPREME COURT ROE V. WADE DECISION
The United States Supreme Court has overturned Roe v. Wade. In the case of Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization, Justices ruled in a 6-3 vote to uphold the Mississippi abortion law, and Roe v. Wade was overturned with a vote of 5-4.
LOCAL COMPANY WANTS TO CHANGE NARRATIVE IN CONVERSATIONS ABOUT RACE
Xavier Ramey founded Justice Informed in 2017 because of his passion for the history and future of diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace. He wants companies and organizations to enact the values they say they have, with tangible results based on conversations surrounding race, culture and identity.
Ruffles® Heats Up the Summer with Ultra-Exclusive Sneaker Collaboration with Jayson Tatum
Fans can enter for the chance to win the new Jayson Tatum Autographed Size 15 Air Jordan XXXVI ‘Ruffles’ Player Exclusive sneakers by purchasing a specially marked Ruffles® bag
Chicago Cultural Center Opens Newly Renovated Claudia Cassidy Theater and Announces Summer and Fal
The City of Chicago and the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) today announced an abundant lineup of free film, music, and art programming, along with tours, lectures, and more taking place this summer and fall throughout the Chicago Cultural Center (78 E Washington St).
Community Banking to Community Building
Juneteenth is a day like no other. It is both a celebration of freedom and a reminder of the work that still must be done to bring about a more equitable society. So as we recognize Juneteenth this year, now is the time to harness what unites us and help bring about changes that benefit all communities.
EPIC Academy Raised Over $110,000 at Annual Dare to Imagine Benefit Vaccine
During the month of June, Chicago’s South Side Epic Academy College Prep, a public, open-enrollment charter high school, hosted its 2022 Dare to Imagine fundraising benefit themed “Investing in Tomorrow’s Legends” at the Palmer House Hilton. Nearly 200 guests attended the event for an evening filled with fun and inspiration. With the support of generous sponsors, attendees, volunteers and in-kind and monetary donations, EPIC raised more than $110,000. Corporate sponsors included; KRD, Ltd., Apogem Capital, JGMA and Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM). Funds raised will help further EPIC’s mission for students to pursue excellence and high expectations for postsecondary success, working towards college and career readiness through a variety of pathways.
Target Evolution is Collaborating with Market by Macy’s to Empower Teen Entrepreneurs
A golden opportunity for youth to embark on a professional journey as Target Evolution has come up with its latest venture. The organization proudly announces its partnership with renowned national brand, Macy’s smaller, off-mall concept, Market by Macy’s at The Highlands of Flower Mound. With the fruitful collaboration between the two companies, Trail Blaze Shop has emerged in the market. It is a retail store especially built for the young entrepreneurs, belonging to the age group of 12-19 years old. The organization is offering opportunities for youth to grow while paving their way to success.
Biden’s Menthol Ban Follows the ‘Racist Law’ Playbook
This week, the Food and Drug Administration will be hosting listening sessions ahead of its proposed ban on menthol cigarettes. While the attending bureaucrats will certainly rehash the data we’ve known for decades about the dangers of smoking, they’ll also be hearing a new spin from progressives: Banning menthol is essential to achieve “racial equity.”
Cannabis company wants to give back to communities
The Green Thumb Industries is passionate about giving back to the community. Through Good Green, the company wanted to create ways to reinvest cannabis funds back into communities that had been impacted by the war on drugs. What was created was the Good Green Grant Program.
CHICAGO SCHOLARS SELECTS DIVERSE GROUP OF MORE THAN 550 RISING HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS FOR CLASS OF 2027
Leading youth development nonprofit Chicago Scholars has welcomed more than 550 rising Chicago high school seniors to the organization’s Class of 2027. The class, which is made up of academically ambitious first-generation and/or low income students, will take part in Chicago Scholars’ seven-year program as they navigate the transition to college and beyond.
CHICAGO PLAN COMMMISSION APPROVES EXTERIOR ENHANCEMENT
The Chicago Plan Commission advanced Shedd Aquarium’s proposed changes to areas outside of its building on Museum Campus as part of the aquarium’s Centennial Commitment. The aquarium’s notable ambitions include the transformation of its surrounding greenspace as well as the augmentation of its entry pavilion and arrival experience. These changes are meant to improve the overall guest experience, create greater connectivity to nature and expand accessibility for anyone visiting Museum Campus.
Black Women will Suffer the Harshest Consequences After the Overturn of Roe
The Supreme Court just dealt a devastating blow to reproductive rights. With its decision in Dobbs v. Jackson, five Republican-appointed Justices on the U.S. Supreme Court swept away half a century of progress and eviscerated women’s rights and equality. After last month’s leaked opinion, we knew this moment could come, but that doesn’t make the recent news any easier to digest.
WILLETTE BENFORD TO SERVE AS CITY OF CHICAGO’S DIRECTOR OF RE-ENTRY
Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot announced that Willette Benford will serve as Director of Re-Entry for the City of Chicago, a newly created role that sits at the center of a $13 million initiative launched during the 2022 budget process that will transform Chicago into a national leader in supporting returning residents.
Chef Dominique Leach created the blueprint for her own success
Dominique Leach is the co-owner of Lexington Betty Smokehouse. She is A determined, hardworking chef with a restaurant in one of the best food cities in the World. Recently, Lexington Betty Smokehouse took over One Eleven Food Hall, transforming it to a full-service restaurant.
