Former Van Dyke Horn Public Relations Agency Rebrands as 98Forward
It’s true. The communications agency formerly known as Van Dyke Horn has a new name and brand: 98Forward. While the name and brand has changed — the 24 years of communications knowledge and expertise remains the same. The agency’s new name, 98Forward, not only marks the year that the agency was founded, 1998, it signifies the continuity with its institutional legacy, and the trajectory of the Black-owned, woman-owned businesses:
2022 Chicago Dancemaker in Residence wants to demystify tap dance
Dixon has been named the 2022 Chicago Dancemaker in Residence at the Rebuild Foundation. Dixon, the assistant director, choreographer and principal dancer of M.A.D.D. Rhythms, grew up on the West side of Chicago.
CHICAGO PUBLIC LIBRARY WELCOMES DAVID DUCHOVNY TO HAROLD WASHINGTON LIBRARY CENTER JUNE 14 IN CONVERSATION WITH PETER SAGAL
Chicago Public Library (CPL) today announced that they will be hosting award-winning actor, writer, director, singer-songwriter and bestselling author David Duchovny at the Harold Washington Library Center June 14 at 6 p.m., in conversation with Peter Sagal, to discuss his new novella The Reservoir. Books will be available for purchase and Duchovny will be available to autograph copies at the conclusion of the program.
Sheriff’s Office’s Assistant General Counsel for Litigation Appointed Editorin- Chief of the Illinois Bar Journal
Cook County Sheriff’s Office attorney Khara Coleman has been named the 2022-2023 Editor-in-Chief of the Illinois Bar Journal, giving her the distinction of being the first Black woman to hold the position, Cook County Sheriff Thomas J. Dart announced recently.
LICENSED AND UNBOTHERED®: A LIFECHANGING WEEKEND OF BRAND BUILDING AND COLLABORATION
Using the approach of “community over competition” in an industry that is historically known for its competitive nature, the third annual Licensed and Unbothered ® Conference in Downtown Chicago is back from June 10-12 at the Swissôtel to teach Savvy Chicks in Real Estate® how to build brands with multiple streams of income.
CHICAGO’S WNDR MUSEUM CELEBRATES JUNETEENTH WITH NEW ART GALLERY, BLACK LIGHT AT WNDR
WNDR Museum, Chicago’s original immersive art and technology experience, will celebrate Juneteenth with the opening of a new art gallery, Black Light at WNDR. Curated by WNDR Museum managers Randi Townsend and Huey Douglas-Small, the gallery will shine a spotlight on Chicago-based Black artists. Black Light at WNDR will be on view at WNDR Museum throughout the month of June.
Hope Chicago formalizes partnerships with 23 Illinois institutions to offer debt-free higher education
Hope Chicago, the innovative two-generation scholarship program providing college and vocational scholarships to Chicago Public School students and their parents, has announced formal partnerships with 23 Illinois-based colleges and universities to support its inaugural Fall 2022 Hope Scholar cohort.
Former Cook County Board member is running for Cook County President
Richard Boykin is running for Cook County Board President. Boykin, a former Cook County Board Commissioner from 2014 to 2018, also ran for Clerk of Circuit Court of Cook County in 2020.
THE 2ND ANNUAL JUNETEENTH ILLINOIS CELEBRATION: “RACIAL EQUITY” AT MALCOLM X COLLEGE ON JUNE 16 and 17.
Cook County’s celebration of Juneteenth 2022, kicks off officially next week as a part of “Juneteenth Illinois,” an initiative commemorating June 19, announced Cook County Commissioner Dennis Deer (2nd District), who is heading up the effort. Juneteenth Illinois is a collaboration between The Office of Cook County Commissioner Deer, Bill Lowry (3rd District) Stanley Moore (4th District) Rep. Lakesia Collins (9th District), Cook County Juneteenth Joint Planning Committee, State of Illinois and the City of Chicago and marks the 2nd annual celebration of the day by the County since it became an official holiday in December of 2020.
The Village Of Lynwood Mayor Jada D. Curry Pens An Open Letter To The Citizen Newspaper Editor
This past year has been an amazing lesson in life. There have been many highs and lows, but I wouldn’t trade this experience for anything. The joys of accomplishing goals for Lynwood far outweigh the sleepless nights and stressful days. However, collectively our future is so bright. For what’s to come is better than what’s been.
New law provides $700 million for nursing home staffing
Gov. JB Pritzker signed legislation Tuesday that will pump an additional $700 million annually into Medicaid-funded nursing homes, provided they use that money to increase staff and wages in their facilities.
Congressman Danny Davis Q&A Discussion With Citizen
Congressman Danny K. Davis has been representing the 7th Congressional District since 1997. His current term ends in 2023. He is seeking re-election for that seat and is running against Kina Collins and Denarvis Mendenhall.
Black Culture T-shirts Company Adds African Pride Shirts & Hats That Uses Thought Provoking Words to Promote Black Excellence
Lex Pyerse Clothing announced this week the launch of several African and Caribbean inspired apparel that is meant to empower African and Caribbeans through freedom of expression. Lex Pyerse Clothing uses motivating word clusters for their shirts and hoodies and matches them with embroidered hats to showcase the powerful Pan-African message.
The National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC)’s Our American Story Honors General Colin Powell
The National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC) is proud to present the next page from Our American Story, an online series for Museum supporters. We offer these stories to honor and celebrate the African American experience, share an immensely rich history and culture, and inspire and sustain our community as we move toward the future together.
Cook County Commissioner is a public health and mental health advocate
Dennis Deer has been a Cook County Commissioner for the 2nd District since 2017. During that time, he has worked to ensure mental health services are accessible to Cook County residents. He has declared racism and gun violence as a Public Health crises in Cook County.
CPS to Benefit from Lollapalooza Arts Grants
The team behind Chicago’s annual Lollapalooza music festival highlighted the 50 Chicago Public Schools that have been receiving funding so far from the Lollapalooza Arts Education Fund. The money helps CPS meet its goal of providing arts education to every child in every school.
South Holland Resident Fatima Serrato Sworn in as Student Trustee at South Suburban College
South Suburban College (SSC) student Fatima Serrato was sworn in as Student Trustee at the college’s May meeting of the Board of Trustees. She was welcomed to her new role by Chairman Terry R. Wells.
Candidate for 1st Congressional District wants people to give her a chance
Philanise White grew up on the South side of Chicago and served as 7th Ward Committeewoman from 2016 to 2020. White also is a mother of two and has a degree in criminal justice and sociology.
Governors State University will receive $450,000 grant for workforce recovery
Governors State University will receive $450,000 for workforce recovery efforts as part of a $20 million state investment with support from State Senator Patrick Joyce.
