Chef brings food experience to everyone, even vegans
Chef Joanne Thomas has loved cooking for as long as she can remember. She always did it as a side job, while she worked for different corporations. The COVID-19 pandemic was the extra push she needed to dedicate time to be a full-time entrepreneur.
Far South Side Resource Fair set for Oct. 27th
Whether looking to prepare for winter with a free flu shot, looking for employment, information on city services, or learning about nearby amenities, far south side residents will want to be at the 9th Ward’s Resource Fair on Thursday, Oct. 27th.
Illinois’ Poison Center Offers Safety ‘Tricks’ to Prevent Poisoning This Halloween
Parents and caregivers need to beware of more than just ghosts and goblins this Halloween. According to the Illinois Poison Center (IPC), accidental poisonings from Halloween candy is rare, but IPC manages cases each year involving dry ice, glow sticks, and more.
THE VILLAGE OF ROBBINS IS SET TO RECEIVE $4,000,000 IN FUNDING TO REPLACE LEAD SERVICE LINES
The Village of Robbins is proud to announce that they’re set to receive $4 million in funding to replace lead service lines within the community. The funding is provided through the Illinois EPA’s State Revolving Fund.
16TH WARD ALDERMAN STEPHANIE COLEMAN SET TO HOST GROCERY TOWN HALL WITH OFFICIALS & MEMBERS OF THE ENGLEWOOD 5
HUNDREDS OF RESIDENTS ARE EXPECTED TO ATTEND “LET’S TALK: GROCERY TOWN HALL” THE HIGHLY ANTICIPATED CONVERSATION WILL TALK ABOUT THE STATE OF HEALTHY FOOD ACROSS ILLINOIS IN SUPPORT OF LOCAL RESIDENTS WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 26TH (6:00 PM- 8:00PM) KENNEDY- KING COLLEGE- U BUILDING 740 W. 63RD STREET
OVER 500 SOUTHLAND RESIDENTS PROUDLY TRAVEL TO RICH SOUTH-TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL FOR HISTORIC RIBBON CUTTING OF ALL NEW HIGH-TECH FIELD HOUSE
Dr. Johnnie Thomas- Superintendent of Rich Township High School District 227- and Andrea Bonds-School Board President of RTHS 227- are proud to announce the opening of the all new RTHS 227 Field House. The announcement comes as RTHS 227 kicks off the fall season with some great new resources.
Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs Returns $11 Million to Chicago Man’s Family
Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs’ office made history this week when it returned $11 million to the estate of a Chicago man who died of natural causes just before Christmas in 2016.
Improving Health Outcomes through Equity and Access
Better access to healthcare equals better health outcomes. Biogen strives to increase access and address the barriers that patient populations face. Oftentimes, health outcomes depend on factors beyond the control of patients and their doctors. Disparities across age, gender, race, ethnicity and socioeconomic level are some examples. One of the key parts to Biogen’s approach involves researching and understanding these issues as well as their compounding factors, such as, inadequate representation in clinical trials and limitations to accessing care. Overall, the goal is clear: improve health outcomes for Black, African American, Hispanic, Latino and other underserved communities in Biogen’s main disease areas.
Chicago’s Little Monsters Can Join The Newest Fall Family Event With Exclusive 4D LEGO® Halloween Movie In Newly Renovated 4D Theater!
Schaumburg, Illinois’ newest Halloween party built for kids is creating a BOOtastic way to play with LEGO® bricks and features the all new LEGO 4D Movie: The Great Monster Chase in LEGOLAND Discovery Center Chicago’s newly renovated 4D Theater! From September 23rd – October 31st LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Chicago’s new Brick-or-Treat: Monster Party will bring little monsters from all around to enjoy family fun this Halloween season at the ultimate indoor LEGO playground.
MAYOR JADA D. CURRY AND LYNWOOD ANNOUNCE VETERANS DAY LUNCHEON PRESENTED BY LYNWOOD POLICE DEPARTMENT
Mayor Jada D. Curry and the Village of Lynwood are set to host a Pre-Veterans Day luncheon THURSDAY, NOVEMBER, 10TH 2022 (12 PM-2 PM), in honor of the many veterans that have served throughout the local community.
New Pappas study: Tax investors exploit Illinois property tax law they shaped to reap millions in profits from Black and Latino communities
A new study from the Cook County Treasurer’s Office reveals that hedge funds, private equity firms and others are exploiting a loophole in Illinois’ property tax law to make millions of dollars in profits, mostly at the expense of Black and Latino communities.
The Heart Condition Hiding In Plain Sight
The health of a community is often about connecting. Connecting with our neighbors, friends, and family to recharge our souls. Connecting with information that empowers us to make positive change.
Artist Vic Mensa and Financial Experts Provide Tips on Gaining Economic Prosperity at the YWCA Metropolitan Chicago’s 2nd Annual WealthNOW Conference
Families and individuals hoping to increase their savings, launch a business or make smart financial choices received actionable advice on how to create and pass on generational wealth at the YWCA Metropolitan Chicago’s 2nd Annual WealthNOW Conference.
PBC Joins Forces to Increase Minority and Women Participation in Construction
The Public Building Commission of Chicago (PBC) and the Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership (The Partnership) have joined forces to spur greater minority and female participation in construction jobs and vocational training in the City of Chicago and the greater Cook County area.
Gov. Pritzker Announces Approval of Vehicle Infrastructure Plan
The Illinois Department of Transportation announced that the Federal Highway Administration has approved its plan to build a reliable electric vehicle charging network throughout the state. The State of Illinois Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Deployment Plan addresses potential challenges and proposes locations for charging stations to ensure motorists can confidently traverse the state in electric vehicles.
UNION LEAGUE BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS PARTNERS WITH THE DUKE OF EDINBURGH’S INTERNATIONAL AWARD USA
Union League Boys & Girls Clubs, which have been serving youth in neighborhoods with the highest hardship index in Chicago for over 100 years, has announced its partnership with The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award USA (Award USA). Teen member of Union League Boys & Girls Clubs in Humboldt Park (Barreto Club and Clemente Club) and in Pilsen (Club One) now have the opportunity to take part in Award USA’s Bronze, Silver, and Gold Awards to cultivate resilience, confidence, and leadership. Notably, Union League Boys & Girls Clubs is the only Boys & Girls Clubs organization in the country to offer this program to its members.
YoSy Media Teams with Crossover Media Group to Launch Sybil Wilkes’ New Podcast, “What Else You Need to Know.”
YoSy Media and Crossover Group Group have struck a deal on “What Else You Need to Know,” a weekly podcast hosted by broadcast media veteran and YoSy co-founder Sybil Wilkes. “What Else You Need to Know” thoughtfully examines social and personal dynamics from a perspective of Black well-being, and is a companion broadcast to Wilkes’ “What You Need to Know” newsletter, Facebook Live and YouTube livestreams.
COOK COUNTY COMMISSIONER DENNIS DEER BRINGS TOGETHER ELECTED OFFICIALS AND HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONALS IN BRINGING ATTENTION TO RECENT NATIONAL TRENDS ABOUT DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
The national health care costs of domestic violence are high, with direct medical and mental health care services for victims amounting to nearly $4.1 billion.
Urban One’s “One Solution” Division Appoints Danielle Brown as Vice President, Cross Platform Client Services
Tiffany Nasralla, Chief Revenue Officer of Urban One’s iOne Digital division, announced the appointment of Danielle Brown to Vice President, Cross Platform Client Services (One Solution). Urban One is the largest African American minority-controlled and operated, fully integrated media company that reaches, connects, and engages with the Black and Urban consumer at scale across audio, digital, linear, and experiential. Brown will be responsible for successfully managing, growing, and developing long-term cross-platform accounts with top-tier clients and agency partners at all levels.
