Mother and Roseland Resident continue to offer young people a safe place
Diane Latiker is the mother of eight children. Latiker wanted to make sure her youngest daughter graduated from high school and went to college. She started taking her daughter and her friends to different places. It turned into something else.
Fresenius Medical Care Appoints Dr. Amaka Eneanya as Head of Strategy and Operations for Company’s Global Medical Office
Fresenius Medical Care, the world’s leading provider of products and services for individuals with renal diseases, announced today the appointment of noted clinical researcher and nephrologist Nwamaka (Amaka) Eneanya, MD as Head of Strategy and Operations for the company’s Global Medical Office.
14 DESIGNERS NAMED TO DORCHESTER INDUSTRIES DESIGN LAB
Theaster Gates, the world-renowned artist behind Theaster Gates Studio, Dorchester Industries and Rebuild Foundation, and Prada Group announced the 14 members of the inaugural cohort for the Dorchester Industries Experimental Design Lab.
Herb’N Eden Receives $1.2M Investment to Leverage Growth Opportunities
Herb’N Eden, an all-natural bath and beauty company, based in the Metro Atlanta area, has closed a $1.2M investment for business growth. Quinton and Terran Lewis founded Herb’N Eden in 2015 to bring natural skincare products to the forefront of the market. Mercantile Venture Capital led the investment with participation from The Core Venture Studio.
Disney’s The Lion King Triumphantly Returns to Chicago
By popular demand, Disney’s The Lion King will return to Chicago for the fifth time since 2003, having played over 68 weeks over its previous four engagements. The North American touring productions of The Lion King have been seen by more than 20 million theatergoers. Having already played more than 90 cities across North America, The Lion King now proudly returns to Chicago. This 9-week engagement at the Cadillac Palace Theatre begins November 17 and plays through January 14, 2023. Groups are now available for 10+ by calling 312-977- 1710. Current Broadway In Chicago subscribers can add to their packages by calling 312-977-1717. Individual tickets for The Lion King will go on sale to the general public later this year. For more details, visit BroadwayInChicago.com.
Chicago State University joins the Discover College Commitment
Discover Financial Services is partnering with Chicago State University to expand its Discover College Commitment program. Full-time Discover employees in Chicago, who are enrolled at Chicago State University or want to enroll at the university, are eligible to have their education financed by the company.
TERRON BROOKS RELEASES “THE SOUL OF BROADWAY - DELUXE ALBUM” AVAILABLE APRIL 29
Terron Brooks, two-time NAACP Award nominated singer-songwriter, actor and writer celebrates the theater on his new release The Soul of Broadway – Deluxe Album, available on all music platforms Friday, April 29.
As Americans Struggle Financially Amid the Pandemic, New Report Shows Private Donations Pouring in across Illinois and U.S.
Attorney General Kwame Raoul today joined a coalition of six attorneys general expressing grave concerns about recent reports of the National Football League’s (NFL) hostile workplace culture. Recent reports indicate that more than 30 former employees have now come forward and described a pervasive culture of sexism and widespread workplace discrimination within the NFL including, but not limited to, sexual harassment, targeted retaliation, and harmful stereotyping. In a letter to NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, Raoul and the coalition call on the league to take swift action to improve workplace conditions and protect female employees.
Poll Workers needed in suburban Cook County For June 28 Gubernatorial Primary Election
Suburban voters can do their part for local democracy and earn some cash in the process by registering to serve as an Election Judge for the Cook County Clerk’s Office in the June 28, 2022 Gubernatorial Primary Election.
5G and the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Could Help End the Digital Divide
The last two years have underlined what we already knew: the digital divide in America is real and has consequences for millions of Americans. An affordable, reliable connection is imperative in participating in the 21st century economy, and those families relying on mobile-only access are falling behind. Often, they cannot attend class online or seek a career opportunity that offers the possibility of working remotely. And as more services, job applications, and infrastructure moves online, the gap is only widening.
Art Exhibition by Erin Smego on Display at South Suburban College
The South Suburban College (SSC) Art & Design Department is pleased to present an exhibition of work by Erin Smego entitled, “Secondhand Aesthetics”. This art exhibit is currently on display in the Dorothea Thiel Gallery through the closing artist reception on Wednesday, April 27 at 1:00 p.m.
Sheriff Dart Announces Anti-Carjacking Legislation
Cook County Sheriff Thomas J. Dart announced legislation recently requiring auto manufacturers to create a 24/7 recovery hotline to help law enforcement quickly track stolen vehicles
RICH TOWNSHIP COUNSELORS ARE RAMPED UP!
Over the two years the Rich Township Counseling Department has spent tireless hours becoming RAMP certified!
CHICAGO STATE UNIVERSITY’S HEALTH SCIENCES SIMULATION LAB RECEIVES CRITICAL FUNDING FOR LABORATORY EQUIPMENT
Chicago State University (CSU) is pleased to announce the award of $450,000 from the FY22 Omnibus Appropriations Bill. This critical financial investment will be dedicated to the purchase of science laboratory equipment for the University’s Health Sciences Simulation Lab.
Bank of America Honors Five Leaders Creating Change for People and Communities of Color
Bank of America announced the inaugural honorees of its Neighborhood Builders: Racial Equality Award, a new recognition that honors individual leaders who are advancing racial equality and economic opportunity in Black, Hispanic-Latino, Asian American, and Native American communities. The five honorees are being recognized for their extraordinary contributions to break down systemic racial barriers and create opportunities for people of color across the country.
INTERESTED IN BECOMING A RECOVERY COACH? Pathways Now Available at Malcolm X College including one to Help Fight the Opioid Epidemic
Like many other states, Illinois faces a shortfall in trained behavioral health workers. Strengthening the behavioral health workforce requires alignment of resources and pathways. Through grants, Malcolm X College now offers pathways to certification in Certified Recovery Support Specialist (CRSS) and Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) at no cost to participants.
Touré Roberts Writes A New Personal Navigation Guide
Bestselling author, businessman, producer, and popular inspirational leader Touré Roberts today announced that his third book, Balance: Positioning Yourself to Do All Things Well, will be released on April 26, 2022.
PROJECTS RECEIVE FUNDS TO SUPPORT EQUITABLE TRANSIT DEVELOPMENT
Elevated Chicago in partnership with the City of Chicago and Enterprise Community Partners have provided 11 Equitable Transit Oriented Development Policy Pilot Projects throughout the city as portion of an $160,000 microgrant. Each of the projects received up to $20,000 in microgrants and technical assistance to support construction near transit stations.
