Chicagoans Mourn The Loss of Christ Universal Temple Own Rev. Dr. Helen Carry
On Thursday, April 8, 2021, our beloved teacher, former Executive Minister and spiritual mother, the Reverend Dr. Helen Ward Carry, made her transition. We lovingly hold her up in prayer as we release her into the grace, peace, and harmony of God's presence.
New Tax Credit Would Make Rent Affordable for Half a Million American Families With Children
The newly enacted child tax credit, which will put an average of $221 per month into the pockets of families earning $150,000 or less with children, would make housing go from unaffordable to affordable for roughly half a million American families.
Carol’s Daughter Declares First-Ever National Curl Crush Day
“Curl Envy” is a real thing, according to new research conducted by Carol’s Daughter, which found that 82% of Black Women admitted to having experienced it. That’s why the brand recently challenged women everywhere to love their curls rather than wishing for someone else’s and declared March 16 as National Curl Crush Day, a day to celebrate all curls and empower everyone to be their own curl crush by showing off their beautiful, natural hai
MAYOR OF ROBBINS RECOUNTS HISTORY OF VILLAGE AND HIS CAREER
Tyrone Ward, president of the Village of Robbins, is a lifelong resident of the village. He served as comptroller and purchasing agent with the Village of Robbins, after graduating from Northern Illinois University. He said it was his first brush with public administration.
OWN’S Award-Winning Hit Series ‘Iyanla: Fix My Life’ To Conclude With Its Eighth Season
OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network has announced that after ten years and eight seasons, the award-winning hit “Iyanla: Fix My Life” will have its series finale when all-new episodes premiere Saturday, April 10 at 9 p.m. ET/PT. A two-hour farewell special will air on Saturday, May 22 at 9 p.m. ET/PT showcasing all the memorable moments and never-before-seen footage from the series.
Committeeman recalls time in local politics
Calvin Jordan is a Rich Township Democratic Committeeman but his involvement with local politics dates back to 1989, when he worked for John H. Stroger, who was a Cook County Commissioner at the time.
GIVEAWAY PROVIDES COMMUNITY WITH MUCH NEEDED GOODS
“Have you ever seen anything like this in your life,” asked Larry Huggins, founder of Christmas in the Wards, while people set up for the Burnside Giveaway.
62% Have Apprehensions About Life “Returning To Normal” Post COVID-19 Pandemic
One-year into the COVID-19 pandemic and even with the light of the vaccine on the horizon, a majority of Americans are still fearful, according to a new healthinsurance.com national survey of 1,000 U.S. adults.
Trinity Health Launches $1.6M Vaccine Education Campaign to Reach Underserved Communities
Trinity Health, one of the nation’s largest multi-institutional Catholic healthcare delivery systems, recently launched It Starts Here, a COVID-19 vaccine education initiative focused on communities of color.
UIC Urban Forum to address wealth gap, equity concerns
COVID-19 has brought attention to various disparities in American cities and the growing divide between rich and poor. While many strategies have been proposed to close the wealth gap – raising minimum wage, housing integration and education – it’s generally agreed that a simple solution does not exist.
Businesses receive money to rebuild after unrest
Kamau Murray opened the new XS Tennis and Education Foundation facility, located at 53rd and State Street in 2018. Murray needed a facility where he could teach tennis all year round. The facility has 27 tennis courts and classrooms.
Film explores the life of Thomas Sowell, economists, political philosopher and author
Thomas Sowell: Common Sense in a Senseless World traces Sowell’s journey from humble beginnings to the Hoover Institution, becoming one of our era’s greatest authors on race, history and economics.
MECRO responds to the needs of seniors
Sharon “Sy” Lewis describes herself as a lover of all things clean and green. The lifelong resident of South Shore and Hyde Park started Meadows Eastside Community Resource Organization, located on 2734 East 79th St.
FTC Obtains Court Order Banning Work-From-Home Scammer from Selling Business Opportunities and Using Robocalls
Defendants tried to take advantage of consumers who were anxious about the coronavirus pandemic, agency alleges.
Forbes reports Kennedy-King College ranks as one of the top community colleges in the U.S. and ranking #1 in the state
As recently reported by Forbes Magazine, Kennedy-King College is considered one of the top 10 community colleges in the country, and serves the largest predominantly Black student body on the list compiled by Academic Influence.
Attorney Yusef Jackson Joins Correctional Technology Company as Senior Advisor
Attorney and entrepreneur Yusef Jackson is joining the executive team at Aventiv Technologies, according to a company announcement. Jackson is the son of Rainbow/PUSH founder Jesse Jackson and has been a longtime advocate for civil rights alongside his family.
City of Chicago Launches Reporting and Enforcement Program for the Senior Safety Ordinance
Chicago Department of Buildings and Chicago Department of Public Health recently announced the launch of the 311/Online reporting and enforcement program for seniors to report non-compliance of the Senior Safety Ordinance, sponsored by Alderwoman Maria Hadden.
BLACK BUSINESSWOMAN STRIVES FOR AUTHENTICITY IN ALL THINGS
Farissa Knox is the founder and CEO of RLM Media, WhatRUWearing Productions, as well as an author, producer and entrepreneur based in Chicago. Knox has been making an impact in the industry, with her mission to nurture authentically diverse cultures.
INITIATIVE GIVES YOUNG PEOPLE IN FOSTER CARE DIGNITY
When S. Maria White found out that when children who age out of the foster care system at 18 years old, are given a garbage bag for their belongings, she knew she had to do something. So, she started the Roll Out In Style Suitcase Initiative to collect suitcases for those young people.
