Roseland Hospital’s Mammogram Van Brings Access To South Side Community
In 2023, the Roseland Community Hospital launched its mammogram van as a way to make mammogram screenings more accessible to the community. The van, which brings state-of-the-art screenings, was acquired through grant money from the Silver Lining Foundation and the Washington Square Health Foundation.
‘Mr. Wolf’ Is A Suspenseful Thriller With Family At The Center
K. Todd Freeman has been an ensemble member of the Steppenwolf Theatre Company since 1993. His first play with the theatre company was “The Song of Jacob Zulu.” That play went to Broadway and Freeman was asked to join the company.
Purple Hose And Healing Foundation Spreading Awareness About Domestic Violence
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. To commemorate the month, which is set aside each year to bring awareness and educate people about what domestic violence is, honor the survivors and remember those lost to domestic violence, the Purple Hose and Healing Foundation is hosting two events.
Bruce Sagan, Publisher Who Revitalized Community News and Helped Save and Bring the Joffrey Ballet to Chicago, Dies at 96
Bruce Sagan, the Chicago newspaperman who turned a failing neighborhood weekly into a platform for investigative reporting, built one of the largest community newspaper groups in the country, and later played a central role in transforming Chicago into a major center for dance and theater, died today at his home in Chicago after a brief battle with cancer. He was 96.
Seven Daughters Wines Announces Exclusive Meet & Greet with Taraji P. Henson
Celebrate the next generation of Seven Daughters Wines with renowned actress Taraji P. Henson at a special meet and greet event. Join us to sip, savor, and connect with Taraji as she unveils the latest creations from this celebrated wine brand.
Why Democrats Need a Year-Round Voter Engagement Strategy
Last week marked national voter registration day and Democrats sure could use the help. Between 2020 and 2024, Democrats lost 2.1 million registered voters while Republicans gained 2.4 million across the 30 states that track party registration. That’s a net swing of 4.5 million voters—adding to Democrats bleeding as more Americans already have negative impressions about our brand.
EARLY WALKER TO RESPOND TO VANDALISM AND BURGLARY OF PROMINENT AFRICAN AMERICAN COFFEE SHOP IN BRONZEVILLE
Early Walker- CEO of I’m Telling, Don’t Shoot-will be joined by Sip and Savor Coffee Shop Owner Trey Pugh, community leaders, and political leaders as he is set to visit the recently vandalized business known as Sip and Savor in the Bronzeville community of Chicago.
A Forgotten Chapter of Hope: What the Readjusters Teach Us About Healing Our Divided Country
There’s a deep sense of despair settling over America. Families are working harder and falling further behind. The cost of raising children grows, while schools, housing, and healthcare remain out of reach for too many. It’s no wonder people across this country — rural and urban, Black and white — feel left behind and politically homeless.
Faith Leaders Launch Global Prayer Campaign to Raise Awareness About The Humanitarian Crisis in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
Friends of the Congo, The National Council of Churches in Christ, Trinity United Church of Christ, The Historic Ebenezer Baptist Church, Living Water AME Church, Redeemers Church of Christ, The United Methodist Church -General Board of Church and Society, and a collective of other faith institutions will kick off their Congo Global Prayer Campaign on Sunday, October 19. This yearlong worldwide, interfaith initiative calls for people across the globe to stand in solidarity with the people of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) through united, intentional prayers for peace, justice, and healing.
MARKHAM MAYOR GIVES CLARITY TO HIS ENDORSEMENT IN THE RACE FOR COOK COUNTY COMMISSIONER OF THE 5TH DISTRICT
Dr. Kisha McCaskill- Commissioner of the 5th District of Cook County- is proudly announcing the full endorsement of Markham Mayor Roger Agpawa. This comes after Mayor Agpawa’s name was grossly misrepresented with him endorsing McCaskill’s unofficial opponent, Kiana Belcher. The post was viewed on Belcher’s Facebook page over a 72-hour period. Upon being informed of the false endorsement, Mayor Agpawa reaffirmed his endorsement of Commissioner McCaskill.
Dream Exchange Supports the 125th Quasquicentennial Anniversary of the National Business League
Dream Exchange proudly participated as one of the sponsors of the 125th Quasquicentennial Anniversary of the National Business League in Atlanta. This historic milestone, hosted by the National Business League (NBL) and supported by the National Black Chamber of Commerce (NBCC), brought together business leaders and entrepreneurs from across the United States and 33 countries around the world to celebrate a legacy of enterprise and chart new opportunities for future generations.
Urban Strategies CDFI, with Support from Truist Foundation, Launches Business Success Portal to Empower Entrepreneurs
Urban Strategies CDFI (USI CDFI) is thrilled to announce the launch of its Business Success Portal, a comprehensive online resource designed to support entrepreneurs at every stage of their journey. This initiative, part of the "Rise and Thrive Series," is made possible with the support of Truist Foundation, emphasizing the importance of accessible learning and self-paced information for aspiring business owners.
"This Is How We Do It" Star Montell Jordan Opens Up About His Prostate Cancer Journey As Part of Powerful New Partnership with ZERO Prostate Cancer
Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter and record producer Montell Jordan announced he is stepping into a bold new chapter as ZERO Prostate Cancer's newest Global Ambassador. The chart-topping R&B legend behind the 90's megahit, "This Is How We Do It" is opening up about how prostate cancer changed his life, using his platform to educate, empower, and save more lives.
göt2b® Teams Up with Artist UMI and MAX for a Custom Partnership, Celebrating Self-Expression and Bold Curls
göt2b®, the trend-forward styling brand from Henkel, is thrilled to announce its newest partnership with MAX and musical artist UMI, launching this September to celebrate self-expression, bold beauty, and confidence. Together, they will provide fans with an immersive experience blending music, style, and the ultimate curl care spotlighting göt2b's new curled line.
Kerry Washington to Return for Season Two of Audible’s “The Prophecy”
Audible today announced the highly anticipated return of The Prophecy, our hit audio series that immerses listeners in a world of mystery, faith, and supernatural intrigue. In season two of this heart-pounding, richly entrancing Audible Original, Emmy-winning producer and actor Kerry Washington (Scandal, The Six Triple Eight, Django Unchained) again serves as an executive producer and reprises her role as Dr. Virginia Edwards. The new season is set to launch on Thursday, September 25, exclusively from Audible.
LEGENDARY RAPPER YO-YO TO HOST A NEW SEASON OF COOKING SHOW "DOWNRIGHT DELICIOUS WITH YO-YO"
Grammy-nominated artist, actress, and philanthropist, Dr. Yolanda “Yo-Yo” Whitaker is host of aspireTV’s Downright Delicious With Yo-Yo, a co-host on the 5x Gracie Award-winning syndicated Café Mocha Radio show, and founder of the scholarship awarding Yo-Yo’s Arts and Academics School of Hip Hop. Her credits include Boyz N the Hood, Sister Act II, Disney+’s Saturdays, and Love & Hip Hop Hollywood. She’s a two-time recipient of President Biden’s Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award and holds an honorary doctorate of philosophy in humanitarianism. She is an honorary member of Zeta Phi Beta Incorporated.
Dream Exchange Supports the 125th Quasquicentennial Anniversary of the National Business League
Dream Exchange proudly participated as one of the sponsors of the 125th Quasquicentennial Anniversary of the National Business League in Atlanta. This historic milestone, hosted by the National Business League (NBL) and supported by the National Black Chamber of Commerce (NBCC), brought together business leaders and entrepreneurs from across the United States and 33 countries around the world to celebrate a legacy of enterprise and chart new opportunities for future generations.
