ComEd, Peoples Gas, and North Shore Gas to Collaborate on Gas Meter Reading
The Illinois Commerce Commission has approved an innovative collaboration that enables Peoples Gas and North Shore Gas to securely transmit natural gas meter data via ComEd’s smart grid communications network, creating new efficiencies and cost savings for gas customers and reducing carbon emissions. Together, the two natural gas providers serve more than 1 million customers, and the majority receive their electricity service from ComEd.
Black Men United Donations for Lindop School Families Praised
Top officials from Lindop School District 92 in western Cook County are offering praise to Black Men United for a community give away event last weekend that donated free toiletries, household appliances, furniture, and other items to the district’s students and families.
Tell the Supreme Court: We Still Need Affirmative Action
I am so grateful for Justice Jackson’s voice on the Court. I also know that the six right-wing justices expressed skepticism of affirmative action at oral arguments. Many reporters are already writing its obituary. I hope for the sake of our education system and our next generation, that they will be wrong. The “compelling interest” that led the Court to uphold affirmative action in the past still exists – in fact, it may be stronger than ever.
DION’S CHICAGO DREAM TALKS ABOUT PROVIDING FRESH PRODUCE TO RESIDENTS IN A Q & A WITH THE CITIZEN
Dion Dawson, founder of Dion’s Chicago Dream, started the organization because he was not seeing any variety, change or evolution in the philanthropic and nonprofit sector.
Community Commission for Public Safety and Accountability releases review of proposed Police Department budget
Recently, the Community Commission for Public Safety and Accountability released its review of the proposed 2023 Chicago Police Department budget and sent the report to every member of the City Council. By law, the Commission is required each year to review the Police Department budget before the City Council votes on it.
VILLAGE OF BURNHAM SET TO BREAK GROUND ON LONG AWAITED CONSTRUCTION FOR TORRENCE AVENUE MULTI-USE PATH
Richard Polk-Mayor of the Village of Burnham-will be joined by state officials, local officials and the Burnham Village Board in announcing and breaking ground for the new construction plans that have begun for a Multi-Use path. D Construction, Inc. has been awarded the Hot-Mix Asphalt (HMA) contract located between Torrence Ave, Hoxie Ave, 145th St, and 143rd St.
MAYOR THADDEUS JONES AND CALUMET CITY HOST BREAKFAST RALLY FOR HUNDREDS OF SENIORS WITH GOVERNOR PRITZKER
Mayor Thaddeus Jones, who also serves as State Representative of the 29th Legislative District, hosted a phenomenal senior breakfast at the local senior living facility, Bernadine Manor. Alongside the mayor, local officials Senator Napoleon Harris and Alderman of the 5th Ward Dejuan Gardner joined in on the fun. The breakfast came as a tribute to the local seniors and a rally to “Get Out and Vote.
TECHNOLOGY CONSULTING FIRM GIVES BACK TO THE COMMUNITY
Wheeler Coleman was encouraged to study computer science while he was in high school. He fell in love with it and became an expert in it. He worked for 29 years for Blue Cross and Blue Shield, working his way up through the company to become the Chief Technology Officer. Six years ago, Coleman established Executive Consultants United, where he is the CEO and Executive Partner.
Advocate Aurora Health investing in South Suburban mental health services
Recognizing the growing need for mental health care in South Chicagoland, Advocate Aurora Health recently announced a $20-million investment in a new state-of the-art inpatient behavioral health facility at Advocate South Suburban Hospital in Hazel Crest.
MAYOR LIGHTFOOT ANNOUNCES CHICAGO RIVERWALK CONCESSION PROGRAM OPPORTUNITIES
Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot and the City of Chicago today issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for concession operations for the Chicago Riverwalk. The goal of this RFP is to receive proposals from qualified teams who can operate food and beverage, retail, recreational, entertainment, cultural, and educational facilities along Chicago’s beautiful Riverwalk.
ENDORSEMENTS - General Election Period 2022
Elections are the process of one becoming powerful. Holding office can be filled with disappointments, failed policies, exclusion, or outright discrimination. In 1789 the United States held its first election. History would show that not all citizens were granted the right to participate in the process at that time. For decades to follow what had become a political process became plagued by loopholes, demonstrations, bloodshed, and loss of lives. In 1965 the landmark Voters Right Act granted us inclusion in the process. The Voters Rights Act would become the 15th amendment to the United States Constitution.
Innovative program leads Chicagoans into full-time jobs and good-paying careers in the energy industry
Peoples Gas is celebrating a new kind of training program that is putting Chicagoans into full-time jobs and good-paying careers.
BOOK DETAILS BLACK WOMEN’S EXPERIENCES WITH THEIR HAIR
Lyzette Wanzer was infuriated by the murders of George Floyd and Breonna Taylor. She had to do something and as a writer, the one weapon Wanzer knew she could wield was her pen.
THE GREAT RESTORATION: The Knowledge House Launches its 2022-23 Fellowship Campaign to Increase Tech Workforce Nationwide
The Knowledge House (TKH) will continue its eight-year journey with its 2022-23 Fellowship Campaign. This year’s theme is the “Great Restoration” to answer the call to corporations in need of Black and Brown technologists through its successful nationwide programming at its satellite locations in New York City, Newark, Atlanta, and Los Angeles.
HIP HOP, BALLET, AND MODERN DANCE COMBINE IN HYDE PARK DANCE’S ‘THE NUTCRACKER’
Hyde Park School of Dance (HPSD) brings together fans of ballet, modern, and hip hop with its annual presentation of Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker. Performances are Friday-Sunday, Dec. 9–11, at Mandel Hall on the University of Chicago campus, 1131 E. 57th Street, Chicago.
ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL CONVENES ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSION WITH REPRODUCTIVE RIGHTS ORGANIZATIONS AND PRIVATE LAWFIRMS ON DEFENDING ACCESS TO REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH SERVICES
Attorney General Kwame Raoul convened a roundtable meeting with representatives of leading abortion access organizations and representatives from top law firms in Illinois to discuss ways to address an anticipated rising need for pro bono legal representation of abortion providers, patients and support groups.
NEW CHEF-IN- RESIDENCE AT RETREAT AT THE CURRENCY EXCHANGE CAFÉ
Chef Ariya Taylor uses influences from her great grandmother, who is from Mississippi, and her great grandfather, who was from Louisiana. She also has her great grandmother’s recipe book. She started cooking when she was 8-years-old. Those styles of cooking really played a part in how she cooks.
Maverick Entertainment Presents, “Boxed In”
Maverick Entertainment is proud to present, “Boxed In,” a film directed by Ariel Julia Harston and starring Reginae Carter (Lil Wayne’s daughter). The premiere will be held outside of Atlanta on Nov. 3rd, attended by Reginae Carter and the rest of the cast. The movie will be available for streaming on all streaming platforms on Dec. 1st.
CITY OF CHICAGO SECURES FIRST FITCH RATING UPGRADE IN NEARLY 13 YEARS
Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot announced that Fitch Ratings (Fitch) upgraded their long-term ratings for the City of Chicago’s General Obligation Bonds (GO) by one notch from “BBB-” to “BBB” with a positive outlook. The positive outlook signals that Fitch believes there is potential for further upgrades over the next one-to-two-year period. This upgrade and positive outlook illustrate Fitch’s confidence in the financial plan that the City has laid out and made good on over the last three years and the prospects for continued improvement in the City’s finances in the years to come.
