NOM Week is Approaching And Medical Student Agilda Dema Discusses Her Child Neurology Career Path
Agilda Dema understands that environmental circumstances factor into a person's health. When she was deciding a preferred career path, she wanted hands-on training and an opportunity to think and treat patients as a whole.
There Is No Room For Racial Bias or Racial Profiling In Our Justice System
Justice is a verb, an action word, and as such we must take action to remove racial bias and racial profiling in our justice system. In our criminal justice system, we must engage and expand new methodologies such as restorative justice, adult and juvenile redeploy, pretrial fairness and programs that restore, reinvest, and renew our communities, while protecting our communities.
Statement by SBA Administrator Guzman on Agency’s New Equity Action Plan
“The SBA’s Equity Action Plan reaffirms our agency-wide commitment to breaking down longstanding barriers to ensure underserved entrepreneurs can access the capital, networks, resources, and opportunity they need to realize their American dream of business ownership,” said Administrator Guzman.
Bally’s Corporation engages community in casino bid
On Wednesday, April 6th, Bally’s Corporation hosted a community engagement event at the site of its proposed Chicago Casino, which is located in the River West community, where the Chicago Tribune’s printing facility was once housed.
BRONZEVILLE TRAIL TASK FORCE PUSHING FOR ELEVATED PARK TRAIL
Within Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot’s recently announced vision for a connected city-wide network of trails and corridors is a plan to include the Kenwood embankment in Bronzeville, the site of an abandoned railway and “L” line. The sizable parcel of land, roughly two miles long, would be an impressive addition as an outdoor linear park trail for walking, biking, and jogging.
Diversity Learning Solutions Launches Inaugural DEI Industry Design Thinking Summit
Diversity Learning Solutions (DLS) will host its inaugural Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) Industry Design Thinking Summit on Wednesday, May 4, 2022, from 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. The summit will feature a stellar line-up of executives and business leaders who will share their insights on best practices and engage in bold thinking on how to disrupt the status quo to drive cultural change to accelerate the work of diversity and inclusion in the workplace and community.
Biden-Harris Administration Extends Student Loan Pause Through August 31
The U.S. Department of Education (Department) announced an extension of the pause on student loan repayment, interest, and collections through August 31. While the economy continues to improve and COVID cases continue to decline, President Biden has made clear the continuing need to respond to the pandemic and its economic consequences, as well as to allow for the responsible phase-down of pandemic relief.
WOMAN’S FLORAL DELIVERY SERVICE SUPPORTS FLORAL FARMERS
Because of the work Boone was doing with her social justice and impact venture, INTER:SECT, she needed that outlet. She started to retreat into flower arranging as a way to cope and reset her thoughts so she could continue to do that work.
Illinois Legislature Passes First-In-The- Nation Dementia Training For EMTs
During the last week in March, after a unanimous Senate vote, the Illinois legislature passed House Bill 4388, an initiative of the Alzheimer’s Association Illinois Chapter to ensure that all emergency medical technicians (EMTs) and paramedics receive regular dementia training. This first-in-the-nation training requirement will help paramedics recognize the signs and symptoms of dementia as well as be able to effectively communicate with people living with Alzheimer’s and dementia.
Mother and Roseland Resident continue to offer young people a safe place
Diane Latiker is the mother of eight children. Latiker wanted to make sure her youngest daughter graduated from high school and went to college. She started taking her daughter and her friends to different places. It turned into something else.
Fresenius Medical Care Appoints Dr. Amaka Eneanya as Head of Strategy and Operations for Company’s Global Medical Office
Fresenius Medical Care, the world’s leading provider of products and services for individuals with renal diseases, announced today the appointment of noted clinical researcher and nephrologist Nwamaka (Amaka) Eneanya, MD as Head of Strategy and Operations for the company’s Global Medical Office.
14 DESIGNERS NAMED TO DORCHESTER INDUSTRIES DESIGN LAB
Theaster Gates, the world-renowned artist behind Theaster Gates Studio, Dorchester Industries and Rebuild Foundation, and Prada Group announced the 14 members of the inaugural cohort for the Dorchester Industries Experimental Design Lab.
Herb’N Eden Receives $1.2M Investment to Leverage Growth Opportunities
Herb’N Eden, an all-natural bath and beauty company, based in the Metro Atlanta area, has closed a $1.2M investment for business growth. Quinton and Terran Lewis founded Herb’N Eden in 2015 to bring natural skincare products to the forefront of the market. Mercantile Venture Capital led the investment with participation from The Core Venture Studio.
Disney’s The Lion King Triumphantly Returns to Chicago
By popular demand, Disney’s The Lion King will return to Chicago for the fifth time since 2003, having played over 68 weeks over its previous four engagements. The North American touring productions of The Lion King have been seen by more than 20 million theatergoers. Having already played more than 90 cities across North America, The Lion King now proudly returns to Chicago. This 9-week engagement at the Cadillac Palace Theatre begins November 17 and plays through January 14, 2023. Groups are now available for 10+ by calling 312-977- 1710. Current Broadway In Chicago subscribers can add to their packages by calling 312-977-1717. Individual tickets for The Lion King will go on sale to the general public later this year. For more details, visit BroadwayInChicago.com.
Chicago State University joins the Discover College Commitment
Discover Financial Services is partnering with Chicago State University to expand its Discover College Commitment program. Full-time Discover employees in Chicago, who are enrolled at Chicago State University or want to enroll at the university, are eligible to have their education financed by the company.
TERRON BROOKS RELEASES “THE SOUL OF BROADWAY - DELUXE ALBUM” AVAILABLE APRIL 29
Terron Brooks, two-time NAACP Award nominated singer-songwriter, actor and writer celebrates the theater on his new release The Soul of Broadway – Deluxe Album, available on all music platforms Friday, April 29.
As Americans Struggle Financially Amid the Pandemic, New Report Shows Private Donations Pouring in across Illinois and U.S.
Attorney General Kwame Raoul today joined a coalition of six attorneys general expressing grave concerns about recent reports of the National Football League’s (NFL) hostile workplace culture. Recent reports indicate that more than 30 former employees have now come forward and described a pervasive culture of sexism and widespread workplace discrimination within the NFL including, but not limited to, sexual harassment, targeted retaliation, and harmful stereotyping. In a letter to NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, Raoul and the coalition call on the league to take swift action to improve workplace conditions and protect female employees.
Poll Workers needed in suburban Cook County For June 28 Gubernatorial Primary Election
Suburban voters can do their part for local democracy and earn some cash in the process by registering to serve as an Election Judge for the Cook County Clerk’s Office in the June 28, 2022 Gubernatorial Primary Election.
5G and the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Could Help End the Digital Divide
The last two years have underlined what we already knew: the digital divide in America is real and has consequences for millions of Americans. An affordable, reliable connection is imperative in participating in the 21st century economy, and those families relying on mobile-only access are falling behind. Often, they cannot attend class online or seek a career opportunity that offers the possibility of working remotely. And as more services, job applications, and infrastructure moves online, the gap is only widening.
