GRAPHIC DESIGNER CREATES MOTIVATIONAL CLOTHING LINE
Monique Atkins created Deeply Rooted ’07 as a way to help the community, with a focus on disadvantaged youth and families. She said everybody is rooted within their own culture and she wanted to express that through her brand.
INSURRECTION FOLLOWS CONTINUUM OF CONFLICT
On Wednesday, Jan. 6, after a speech by Donald Trump at the March to Save America Rally, insurrectionists stormed the United States Capitol. Elected officials have detailed their experiences from that day, a day in which Congress was in session to certify the election of Joe Biden as President of the United States. Weeks later, people are still trying to make sense of what happened and to understand what led to it.
HUNDREDS GATHERED THIS PAST MONDAY TO WITNESS 102 YEAR OLD WOMAN RECEIVE THE DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD
Catherine lived through the Great Depression of 1929-1933. The Depression was no fun. They hardly had food to eat and searched the fields looking for something, anything to eat. The sun was hot and scorched the vegetables and fruit. Somehow, they always had something to eat, whether they liked it or not. They didn’t have a radio, television, running water or indoor plumbing.
Comcast RISE Awards More Than 50 Small Black-Owned Chicago-Area Businesses with Marketing and Technology Resources
Comcast today announced more than 50 Black-owned small businesses in the Chicago area have been selected among the first round of Comcast RISE award recipients. The Chicago-area recipients are among more than 700 businesses nationally that will receive consulting, media and creative production services from Effectv, the advertising sales division of Comcast Cable, or technology upgrades from Comcast Business, based on their specific needs.
HEALTH JOURNEY CAUSES WOMAN TO INSPIRE OTHERS
AnDrea Lyn Dixon’s health journey inspired her to help others to choose healthier options. Now, she has created the Eat Your Veggies Box, full of quality produce that people can have delivered to their homes.
Almost 9 Million Blacks Ready To Take the COVID Vaccine
A new study conducted by BlackDoctor.org (BDO), the leading health and wellness site for Black Americans with over 20 million monthly reach, shows that approximately 8.7 million Blacks are now more receptive to taking the COVID vaccine, and the hardline stance of vaccine hesitancy is decreasing substantially.
Illinois State Black Chamber of Commerce Conference A Huge Success
The Illinois State Black Chamber of Commerce (ILBCC) hosted two days of insightful symposiums and impactful workshops during its annual convention, themed “Surviving the Pandemics Virtual State Convention.” While the current climate has forced most organizations to scale down operations considerably, the Chamber has been able to continue providing services and fulfilling many of its 2020 initiatives.
Fenty Skin Global Retail Launch
“I ALWAYS WANT TO MAKE SURE THAT PEOPLE HAVE ACCESS TO GREAT SKINCARE AND GREAT BEAUTY PRODUCTS. BRINGING FENTY SKIN TO SEPHORA AROUND THE WORLD, PLUS BOOTS AND HARVEY NICHOLS, MEANS PEOPLE EVERYWHERE WILL NOW HAVE THE ABILITY TO ENJOY THE RETAIL EXPERIENCE OF FENTY SKIN, IN ADDITION TO FENTY BEAUTY, ALL UNDER THE SAME ROOF.” – RIHANNA
Ariel Investments Named a Best Place to Work by Pensions & Investments
Ariel Investments, LLC, recently announced that it has been named to Pensions & Investments’ annual list of the Best Places to Work in Money Management. This is the second time the firm has received this honor.
The Loretto Hospital to Hold Third Annual Partner’s Reception to Reaffirm Commitment to Equity and Access in Healthcare
The Loretto Hospital will hold its annual Partner’s Reception on January 13, 2021 from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. The program will be held virtually this year but given the featured guests and programming, it promises to be the best Partner’s Reception yet. Attendance to the event is open to media by registering at www.lorettopartnereception.eventbrite.com
SOCIAL SERVICES CENTER PARTNERS WITH LYFT TO PROVIDE RIDES
Centers for New Horizons, Inc., located at 4150 S. King Drive, has partnered with Lyft to offer transportation to those who are seeking jobs and job training.
BLACK FASHION WEEK FOUNDER CREATES BLACK BOUTIQUE GUIDE
Melody Boykin, founder of Black Fashion Week, wanted to highlight Black-owned fashion boutiques in the Chicagoland area. So, she decided to create “The Little Black Boutique Guide Book,” which will debut in February.
Contests encourage students to use their creative talents to promote radon awareness
The Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) is urging residents to take time in the coming weeks to test their home for radon as part of Radon Action Month. Radon related health risks are preventable with a simple home detection test.
CAREER DEVELOPMENT COACH MOTIVATES JOB SEEKERS
Stephanie Heath is a career development coach who has seen both sides of the job market, as someone seeking opportunities and as someone who recruits candidates for opportunities.
OPENING OF SCHOOLS TO IN-PERSON LEARNING CAUSES CONCERNS
On Monday, Jan. 4, Chicago Public School teachers were set to return to school to prepare for in-person learning in classrooms that have been physically closed since March due to COVID-19. While CPS asserts schools are safe for teachers, students and faculty to return, teachers and parents of students are concerned about safety, as COVID-19 numbers have not decreased significantly enough to signal heard immunity.
South Side Community and Healthcare Providers Urge the State to Act on Health Transformation During Lame Duck Session
At the rate the virus is spreading, January will be the deadliest month of COVID-19 in the United States, with minority communities shouldering the brunt of the consequences. Community leaders, South Side clergy and healthcare providers in Chicago are urging legislators not to wait to put more healthcare resources into these communities. Now is the time to recognize the disparities, and do something about it.
Assessor's Office Releases Comprehensive Report On North Suburban Cook County
As part of an ongoing commitment to transparency, Cook County Assessor Fritz Kaegi announced today the publication of a report on the reassessment of north suburban Cook County. The release of the report marks the first time the Cook County Assessor’s Office (CCAO) has provided a comprehensive look at how the property tax base is created in each community. It is also the first time in more than a decade that the CCAO has issued an annual report.
LAW ENFORCEMENT ADDRESSES CAR JACKINGS ON SOUTH SIDE
Law enforcement and local elected officials have been warning residents to be on alert as vehicular hijackings, also known as car jackings, have been on the rise in the last month. A forum, hosted by the Chicago Police Department and which included 4th District Commander Robert Rubio, provided residents with information
PayPal Announces Additional $5 Million Grant Program for Black-Owned Businesses as COVID-19 Crisis Continues
PayPal Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: PYPL) recently announced an additional $5 million grant program that will further the company’s support for Black-owned businesses in the U.S., which have been disproportionately affected by the economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. The new grant program is an extension of the $10 million PayPal Empowerment Grant program for Black-owned businesses that PayPal announced in June as part of the company’s $530 million commitment to support Black-owned businesses, strengthen minority communities and fight economic inequality.
