The Village of Matteson President Sheila Chalmers-Currin and Rich Township Supervisor Calvin Jordan will be joined by State, County, the Village of Matteson Board of Trustees, the Rich Township Board of Trustees, locally elected officials and by over 700 incredibly happy children in a successful holiday giveaway and programming that has made its way to the south suburbs.
Jada D. Curry-Mayor of the Village of Lynwood- along with Lynwood Police Chief and the entire Lynwood Police Department will surprise 8-year-old Keyjuan Andrewin with thousands of dollars in Christmas gifts on what has been a traumatic holiday season for he and his family. Keyjuan and his family are scheduled to enter Lynwood Village Hall at 2:15 PM.
Stitch Fix, the leading online personal styling service, today revealed the top trends and style influences on women’s fashion of 2025. Drawing from its billions of client data points on style and fit preferences, and insights from Stitch Fix’s Stylists, the styling service also announced Chili Red as its 2026 Color of the Year and the fashion shift expected to define the year ahead.
The year 2025 brought major progress in Alzheimer’s research, diagnosis, and care. From new testing options to lifestyle insights, these developments are helping reshape what’s possible for people living with the disease.
Pittsburgh – A historic new slate of officers will take over leadership of the United Steelworkers (USW) in March following the union’s regular four-year nomination and election process that took place this fall.
Award-winning digital news platform UrbanGeekz has teamed up with a visionary British-Nigerian designer to showcase his ingenious patented handbag invention.
As the days get shorter in the winter months, people can experience Season Affective Disorder (SAD). It is a form of depression that can happen during the fall and winter months when there is less sunlight.
The Obama Foundation and the Emerald South Economic Development Collaborative are hosting sessions for business owners and residents with the goal of helping them prepare for the Obama Presidential Center’s opening. The Community Tourism Prep Sessions are set to begin January of 2026. President Obama recently announced that the Obama Presidential Center will be opened in July of 2026.
(Black PR Wire) Resorts World New York City and Nas have announced together they will invest $2 million into the construction of The Hip Hop Museum in The Bronx, reflecting the company’s 15-year history of supporting cultural institutions across the five boroughs. The announcement, made at The Hip Hop Museum’s 2nd Annual Benefit Gala, comes as Resorts World New York City this week promised $2 billion in community benefits as part of its supplemental bid submission, as it seeks to build the largest integrated resort in the United States.
The HBCU Green Fund (The Green Fund), in partnership with its youth-led Sustainable Africa Futures Network, hosted a powerful side event connecting 18 countries during the recent United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30) in Belém, Brazil. The gathering showcased a bold model for climate innovation across Africa and the United States and marked the global launch of the organization's Power of 10 Campaign-an ambitious initiative to raise $10 on behalf of every HBCU student to support youth-driven climate projects in frontline communities.
The Apollo and acclaimed artist, entrepreneur, and philanthropist Kwanza Jones announced Culture In Motion™, a new National Roadshow launching January 2026 to expand the Apollo's nearly 100-year legacy into communities across the United States. Designed to strengthen cultural access and community connection, the Roadshow brings Apollo programming, creative engagement, and SUPERCHARGED® by Kwanza Jones empowerment experiences directly to neighborhoods nationwide.
The British Fashion Council (BFC) is pleased to announce that Anok Yai will be honoured as the Model of the Year at The Fashion Awards 2025 presented by Pandora (TFA), which took place on Monday, 1st Dec. 2025, at the Royal Albert Hall in London. TFA is a vital fundraiser for the BFC Foundation and spotlights the cultural power of fashion, its most iconic moments and the visionary talents pushing boundaries and redefining the industry. The Model of the Year Award recognises the global impact of a model who has dominated the industry over the last 12 months.
Mielle, one of the fastest growing, Black-founded, woman-led textured haircare brands, announced a new campaign with the National Football League (NFL).
The ALIVE Podcast Network is proud to welcome CHC: Creating Healthier Communities as its newest content provider, bringing timely and transformative health-focused programming to audiences nationwide. CHC's thought-provoking health and community wellness content will begin rolling out across the ALIVE Podcast Network's CTV platforms over the next few months, now available on Roku, AppleTV, and FireTV.
Join Malcolm X College for a powerful Kwanzaa celebration like no other! This year’s theme is Building and Sustaining Community One Principle at a Time and Malcolm X College is partnering with dynamic community organizations, cultural leaders, and creative innovators to bring everyone an unforgettable experience inspired by the Nguzo Saba—the Seven Principles of Kwanzaa. Each day features exciting new programs designed to educate, empower, and uplift.
The Cook County Land Bank Authority (CCLBA) announced the appointment of Michael Davidson and Jennifer Parks to its Board of Directors. As leaders in Chicago’s nonprofit and civic sectors, Davidson and Parks will play a key role in strengthening the Land Bank’s mission to equip local developers, community groups, small business owners, municipalities and potential homeowners with the tools to transform vacant and neglected properties and revitalize neighborhoods across Cook County.
The Rainbow Push Coalition (PUSH) and PUSH for Excellence announced a series of events as part of its annual celebration to commemorate civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., taking place January 17 - 19 in Chicago. This year, PUSH will explore the theme “the Beloved Community,” a phrase coined by Dr. King to symbolize his vision for a world free of injustice, poverty and violence. To reflect on Dr. King’s concept of the Beloved Community, PUSH will host a day of service and learning, an interfaith worship service and a breakfast. Special guests will include journalist Don Lemon, who will headline the annual breakfast, and the world-renowned Leo High School Boys’ Choir.
The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity’s (DCEO) Illinois Office of Tourism released its annual Illinois Made Holiday Gift Guide, featuring 17 small businesses from across the state that are part of the Illinois Made program. The 2025 guide features an exciting variety of handcrafted goods, culinary favorites and artisan-made products perfect for gifting. The guide also includes two curated boxes from the Illinois Department of Agriculture, providing even more ways to support local businesses across the state this holiday season.
HIRE360, with JPMorganChase, celebrated a major milestone for Chicago’s energy workforce with the graduation of the first cohort of the Clean Energy Construction Trades Pathway Program. Fifteen graduates were recognized during a ceremony at HIRE360’s Training and Business Development Center for completing a comprehensive program designed to prepare residents for in-demand careers in construction, building operations and renewable energy. The Clean Energy Construction Trades Pathway Program was made possible with support from JPMorganChase.
Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) announced an additional $10 million in funding for the Job Training and Economic Development (JTED) Program for workforce training and wrap-around services that will bolster equitable workforce recovery for Illinoisans struggling to gain meaningful employment. As part of Illinois’ workforce recovery efforts, JTED grants focus on helping increase employment among workers and key sectors of the state’s economy. Grantees will be selected through a competitive Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) process.