Calumet City Illinois To Hold Public Outreach On Riverside Drive Infrastructure Improvements
The City of Calumet City Illinois to hold a Public Outreach to share technical information on infrastructure improvements projects.
Benny the Bull Provided Excitement for New Illinois Alliance of Boys & Girls Clubs and Illinois Lottery Partnership Announcement
In an effort to address the lingering effects from virtual learning during the previous school year, the Illinois Lottery and Boys & Girls Clubs across Illinois announced an exciting partnership this week. The Illinois Lottery will now sponsor the organization’s after school program, Power Hour – now known across the State as “Power Hour powered by Illinois Lottery.”
ARTIST’S EXHIBITION EXPLORES SPIRIT OF SANKOFA
Raymond Thomas’ “Our Tomorrow Happened Yesterday,” explores the theme of Sankofa, which means to go back and get. “Our Tomorrow Happened Yesterday” will be on display at the Blanc Gallery, located at 4445 S. King Drive, through Sunday, Nov. 21
Kim Kimble Celebrates Afro-Latina Hair
Honoring Hispanic Heritage Month and the diversity within Black and Brown communities, the second episode of “My HAIRstory!” debuted at 3 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 15. The three-part hair tutorial featuring styles from Cartoon Network’s Emmy-, GLAAD- and NAACP Image Award-nominated series Craig of the Creek is hosted by celebrity hairstylist and Instagram influencer Kim Kimble.
Nationwide natural gas price spike expected to mean higher heating bills this winter
As we head into winter, Peoples Gas is letting customers know that their heating bills will likely rise as the temperatures fall — due to a nationwide spike in natural gas prices.
State Treasurer Michael Frerichs Encourages Residents to Claim Property
Tens of thousands of letters informing Illinois residents that they have unclaimed cash or property ready to claim are hitting mailboxes this month, Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs said today.
INNOVATION ONE OPENS AT TRUMAN COLLEGE
A new digital learning space designed for students, educators and the community opened at Harry S. Truman College, located at 1145 W. Wilson Ave.
More Than Brunch: Brown Skin Brunchin’ Launches App
Social group Brown Skin Brunchin’ has launched their selftitled app. The social group’s app is dedicated to social and professional networking by offering monthly brunch events. It also highlights restaurants and businesses around cities across the U.S. The app also features lifestyle content by bloggers who will write and produce content exclusively for the app. Brown Skin Brunchin’s app was created to be a one stop shop for its members – current and future.
Walmart Announces 2021 Return of “Black Friday Deals for Days,” This Time with Special Early Access for Walmart+ Members
After overwhelmingly positive customer feedback for Walmart’s reinvented Black Friday shopping experience last year, the retailer is announcing the return of its month-long savings event, “Black Friday Deals for Days.” Walmart’s second annual “Black Friday Deals for Days” events will deliver the incredible prices customers expect from the most anticipated shopping day of the year with a safe, convenient shopping experience – this time with a little something extra for Walmart+ members. New this year, paying Walmart+ members will receive early access to online Black Friday events throughout November – an opportunity to shop all the same hot deals four hours earlier than the scheduled start times for all three events.
STUDENTS GAIN HANDS-ON TRAINING DURING INTERNSHIP
After School Matters partnered with Bank of America for its paid summer internship program. Not only did four students received on the job training at Gateley Park, but they were mentored by Executive Director of the Bank of America Chicago Marathon Carey Pinkowski.
Hazel Crest native serves as a member of U.S. Navy’s “Silent Service”
A Hazel Crest, Illinois, native is serving aboard USS Alaska, one of the world’s most advanced nuclear- powered submarines. Petty Officer 3rd Class Anthony Roberson, a 2014 Hillcrest High School graduate, joined the Navy two years ago.
Legislation making virtual meetings of public bodies acceptable for any reason should be defeated
Every city council or school board has issues large and small that impact the lives of the people it serves.
Sheryl Underwood Announced as Grand Marshal of Hollywood Christmas Parade
SHERYL UNDERWOOD, Comedian, Actress and Host on the Daytime Emmy award-winning CBS hit television show, THE TALK, has been announced as the Grand Marshal of The 89th Annual Hollywood Christmas Parade Supporting Marine Toys for Tots. The parade will be presented live in the streets of Hollywood, CA on Sunday, November 28, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. PST by Associated Television International and The City of Los Angeles.
THE EPIC ACADEMY RECEIVES OUTDOOR SPACES, USES IT FOR SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY
The Epic Academy High School, located at 8255 S. Houston, received an outdoor learning lab as part of the Chicago Architecture Biennial.
Tax summaries show Pritzkers made $5 million last year – not including family trusts
Gov. JB Pritzker’s campaign released summary documents of his 2020 tax returns Friday, which showed the first family reporting $5.14 million in adjusted gross income, all from taxable interest and dividends.
Calumet City Mayor makes progress on his vision
Calumet City Mayor Thaddeus Jones wants to keep residents in the city at the forefront. Since Jones took office in May, he has been able to erase the budget deficit, cut cost and waste and has increased the budget. The city also has implemented an afterschool program and an emergency assistance program for residents, as well as assisting businesses in Calumet City.
SOUTHERN COOK COUNTY TO FINALLY HAVE A STATE -OF -THE- ART TRANSITION CENTER FOR YOUNG ADULTS WHO ARE PHYSICALLY AND DEVELOPMENTALLY CHALLENGED
Dr. Johnnie Thomas-Superintendent of Rich Township High School District (RTHS) 227- will lead a coalition of School Board Members, Educators, Disability Advocates, Faith Leaders, Elected Officials, Community Leaders, and businesspersons in a ribbon cutting ceremony of a state-of-the-art transition center for young adults who are physically and developmentally challenged.
City Of Calumet City Public Notice of Hearing
public Notice- The City of Calumet City will conduct a public hearing on On October 28, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. on the City's Intent to seek the use of "quick take" eminent domain powers from the Illinois Legislature.
Property reassessments released for South Chicago
The Cook County Assessor’s Office released initial assessments of residential and commercial properties in the township of South Chicago. This is the fifth of eight townships in the City of Chicago to be reassessed in 2021 under the leadership of Assessor Fritz Kaegi, who took office after Chicago’s last reassessment in 2018.
