DoSomething.org Partners with Climate Justice Activist for a PSA
NEW YORK, PRNewswire -- As we enter a new year, we are running out of time to curb the harmful, lasting impact of climate injustice and environmental racism in North America and around the globe.
‘Let The Kingdompreneurs Speak’ Available on Amazon
Just in time for Christmas, Jabez Books Writer’s Agency has released a new wealth-building resource tool, “Let The Kingdompreneurs Speak,” for the faith-based community. In 24 hours after its release, the book was a best seller on Amazon in 3 categories: Under Hot New Releases (ebook), it was #1 in Christian Business and Professional Growth; and overall a best seller (ebook) -- #1 in Christian Professional Growth, #3 in Christian Business and Professional Growth, and #10 in Personal Success in Business.
Leaders reflect on DR. KING’S IMPACT
The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. has been an influence and inspiration for people from elected officials to community activists. A prolific speaker and civil rights leader, Dr. King was born on Jan. 15, 1929. The Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day was first observed as a federal holiday in 1986.
Congressman Rush will not seek reelection
Congressman Bobby L. Rush, who has represented the 1st Congressional District since 1993, announced that he would not be seeking reelection after 30 years of service. He made the announcement this past Tuesday, Jan. 4, at the Roberts Temple Church of God, located at 4021 S. State St.
Illinois continues to lose population
According to the data, 122,460 people moved from Illinois to other states during the period from April 1, 2020, to July 1, 2021, while only 5,766 people moved into the state, a net loss of 116,694.
Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas changes 2022 Scavenger Sale to benefit bidders and communities
Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas’ 2022 Scavenger Sale will look different as the Treasurer’s Office takes steps to help small developers, homeowners and investors rebuild neighborhoods and create generational wealth.
ComEd Microgrid Completes Final DOE Milestones
ComEd announced it has successfully completed final testing requirements of a $4 million grant awarded by the U.S. Department of Energy Solar Energy TechnologiesOffice to study how microgrids can increase energy security and resilience and support the integration of clean energy – important needs as the climate crisis causes more severe weather events. The tests were conducted on ComEd’s Bronzeville Community Microgrid on Chicago’s South Side.
Initiatives seeks to expand access for Black and Latinx innovators
Chicago Innovation began 21 years ago to spotlight the Chicago region as an innovation hub, and to celebrate the organizations that were innovating, launching new products and services, with an awards ceremony. Now, it is a year-round community initiatives with more than 36,000 people who participate.
The Discover Customer Care Center of Chatham progress is on track
Discover made a commitment to hire employees within a five square mile radius of the center. There are currently more than 200 employees. The initial goal was to hire 130 people by the end of 2021. That goal was accelerated.
Illinois Managed Care Organizations Take a Lead Role to Improve Pregnancy Outcomes
Many people find it difficult to consider a joyful event like welcoming a new baby into the world as becoming a family tragedy. Sadly, statistics on maternal-infant mortality show pregnant women and newborns in the United States have a significantly higher risk of death or poor health outcomes as compared to women and newborns in other developed countries.
State Surges Mass Vaccination Operations Statewide
Governor JB Pritzker has directed the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) and Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) to enhance its partnerships with local health department mass vaccination operations throughout the state to help meet the growing demand for the COVID-19 vaccine booster. The State of Illinois is more than doubling personnel and adding at least 100 people to regional sites – administering vaccinations, preparing vaccine doses for clinic personnel, and doing data entry.
Chicago Nonprofit Secures $1M Donation
Chicago nonprofit Lorenzo’s House, an organization that works to empower families navigating younger-onset Alzheimer’s through innovative, specialized programming for both the person diagnosed, their care-partner-spouse and children, is capping off its eventful first year of operation by announcing a $1 million donation from an anonymous donor.
Dr. Derrick B. Wells releases new book
Dr. Derrick B. Wells releases his newest book Live Happy which takes readers to the core of transformation and to the heights of happiness. Wells shares 365 bite-size ideas, techniques, strategies, philosophies and skills to help readers take the actions needed for an easier path to success. Live Happy lays the blueprint for mental and emotional wholeness using principles that have helped thousands of people overcome pain, fear, procrastination and confusion.
Jermaine Dupri Takes JD’s Vegan Ice Cream Nationwide
GRAMMY Award-winning recording artist, producer, and vegan entrepreneur, Jermaine Dupri, along with partner Big Innovations Group Inc., are proud to announce the expansion of JD’s Vegan ice cream. Shortly after the initial launch of JD’s Vegan, the brand announces the release of new flavors including Chocolate My Way, Key Lime Pie, and (404) Cookies & Cream, which will make their way into Walmart freezer aisles alongside already available JD’s Vegan flavors, including Welcome to Atlanta, Peach Cobbler, Apple Butter, and Strawberry Sweetheart.
Biden-Harris Administration Extends Student Loan Pause Through May 1
The U.S. Department of Education announced a 90-day extension of the pause on student loan repayment, interest, and collections through May 1, 2022. The extension will allow the Administration to assess the impacts of the Omicron variant on student borrowers and provide additional time for borrowers to plan for the resumption of payments and reduce the risk of delinquency and defaults after restart. The Department will continue its work to transition borrowers smoothly back into repayment, including by improving student loan servicing.
Oak Street Health Announces Leadership Changes
Oak Street Health, Inc. (NYSE: OSH, or the “Company”), a network of value-based primary care centers for adults on Medicare, announced that Chief Operating Officer (COO) Geoff Price will serve in the newly formed role of Chief Innovation Officer. Oak Street Health’s current President, Brian Clem, will move to the COO role.
Applications are being accepted for the next graduating call of the Chicago Scholars
The Chicago Scholars has opened the application process for its 2027 graduating class. Students who are first generation and from under resourced communities and in their junior year of high school are encouraged to apply.
Social Media Creators Partner With Jenni for Exclusive Macy’s Collection
Social media influencers and viral fashion creators Denise Mercedes and Maria Castellanos launched a limited-edition exclusive capsule collection with Jenni, a Macy’s (NYSE:M) private brand, called Style Not Size.
Nationally known hot sauce uses peppers from local gardens
Dan Fitzgerald and his business partner John Crotty started Small Axe Peppers Hot Sauce because they had acquired land and created a community garden. It was their first foray into the community garden and urban farming scene, something that the Bronx is robust for. The problem they ran into was that while the gardens were doing amazing things on the grassroots level in their communities, they had to depend on city grants and out of pocket expenses to fund what they were doing.
