UIC Library announces the Richard M. Daley Oral History Project
A two-year effort by the University of Illinois at Chicago Library to chronicle the tenure of Chicago’s longest-serving mayor through videotaped interviews with former presidents, city officials and others has been completed.
Economic recovery program deploys $270 million to help child care businesses reopen
Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) recently announced that $270 million in funding is available to assist child care providers across the state with reopening in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic and now, licensed child care providers that meet the eligibility criteria may apply for Child Care Restoration Grants, reserved as part of the $636 Business Interruption Grants (BIG) program.
FROM THE STREETS TO THE STATEHOUSE: ASHLEY MUNSON ADVOCATES FOR POSITIVE CHANGE
Ashley Munson is the Legislative Affairs Manager for the Illinois Network of Charter Schools. Munson is a community activist and a voice that speaks for the improvement of public education for primarily Black and brown students throughout Illinois. Munson was the lead organizer for the March for Us 2020, Million Man March on Juneteenth.
IBHE grants seek to strengthen, diversify early childhood workforce pipeline
The Illinois Board of Higher Education (IBHE) recently announced that it will award $1.3 million in grants to five Illinois colleges and universities to strengthen and diversify the early childhood workforce pipeline.
Winners of Organ/Tissue Donor Poster Contest Honored
The 2020 overall contest winner was Allie Parks, a 7th grader at Adams School in Creal Springs. Allie received a congratulatory plaque, a personalized Illinois Blue Book and a $100 gift certificate to Barnes and Noble from Donate Life Illinois for designing the overall winning poster. Prints of the poster she designed will be displayed throughout the state.
Ford and National Urban League Launch $600,000 Initiative to Help Black Small Business Owners Hardest Hit By COVID-19
The New York Urban League is the recipient of a $100,000 grant from Ford and The National Urban League to continue its work in support of small businesses in the wake of COVID-19.
Illinois Gaming Board Approves Hawthorne Race Course To Move Forward With Casino Development
Thirty years aft er Illinois passed legislation legalizing ten casinos to operate throughout the state, Hawthorne Race Course has been preliminary approved to become its next casino. The Illinois Gaming Board recently voted unanimously that Hawthorne’s ownership and key personnel are “suitable” for eventual casino licensure.
Lawsuit seeking compensation for store closures should be tossed, state says
Springfield — Illinois’ attorney general recently asked a federal judge to dismiss a lawsuit alleging Gov. JB Pritzker’s executive orders closing non-essential businesses and workplaces are unconstitutional
ABC 7’S HOSEA SANDERS REFLECTS ON HIS MOTHER, GARRETT ANN SANDERS
When Hosea Sanders mother, Mrs. Garrett Ann Sanders, left the world for her heavenly home on July 28, she left a legacy of love, tamales, public service, charity, wisdom, humor and five devoted children who carry on her spirit of giving and fighting for what’s right. She was 82.
Lung Association to donate masks to underserved populations through COVID-19 Action Initiative
As COVID-19 cases continue to increase, states across the nation are issuing orders that require people to wear face masks in public to slow the spread.
GROUPS UNITE TO DECRY GUN VIOLENCE AGAINST CHILDREN
Recent shootings and killings of young children have prompted organizations to host an event to bring awareness to gun violence throughout the city. The Let Our Kids Live event was hosted by the Austin Peoples Action Center, with the goal of bringing people together who are ready to take action and make positive changes.
BUFI Remembers Founding Board Member Rita Wilson
“On behalf of the Black United Fund of Illinois (BUFI) it is with great sadness that we have learned of the passing of former board member Rita Wilson. We send our condolences to Rita Wilsons’s family and the many civic and social organizations at this difficult time,” shares Carolyn Day, Executive Director of BUFI.
Study Explores the Changing Diversity of Law Students Since the Great Recession
Enrollment in law school has declined by 25% over the past decade; there are now more women than men pursuing law; and Asian Americans, once the fastest-growing group in law schools, have experienced the steepest decline in recent years.
Sandra J. Evers-Manly Elected to 2020 Class of the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences
The Black Hollywood Education and Resource Center (BHERC) recently announced the election and invitation extended by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) to Sandra J. Evers-Manly, to join the 2020 class of new members. Evers-Manly joins the 2020 class that includes 819 new members.
TARGETED: CITY ORDINANCE SEEKS TO END FLAVORED TOBACCO SALES
A coalition of clergy, medical professionals, community organizers and elected officials have partnered to create and support an ordinance that would end the sale of flavored tobacco products. Among those products on the list are menthol, apple, strawberry and watermelon-flavored tobacco products.
Coronavirus in African Americans and Other People of Color
The coronavirus pandemic is having an impact all over the world, but a disturbing trend is evident in the U.S.: People of color, particularly African Americans, are experiencing more serious illness and death due to COVID-19 than white people.
EXPERT TRAVELER LAUNCHES SUSTAINABLE FASHION DESIGN LINE
Karyn Pettigrew created the line, ZoeGoes, a five-piece sustainable capsule collection after a travel experience that helped her see the beauty in packing light. The minimalist, simplistic concept of the collection allows for its wearers a carry-on only option, with pieces made from wrinkle-free fabrics.
KELLY INTRODUCES BIPARTISAN LEGISLATION FOCUSED ON PROTECTING SENIORS
Congresswoman Robin Kelly has introduced a bill, H.R. 7699, Protecting Seniors from Emergency Scams Act. The bipartisan legislation directs The Federal Trade Commission to report the number and types of scams targeting seniors during the COVID-19 pandemic to Congress.
