Ross University School of Medicine and Oakwood University partner to increase physician diversity in the US
African Americans make up only six percent of U.S. physicians. With the goal of driving diversity among U.S. physicians, Oakwood University and Ross University School of Medicine (RUSM) recently announced a new agreement to help more African Americans attend medical school.
The Legendary Clark Sisters’ New Single, “Victory”, Available Now on Apple Music
Karew Entertainment in partnership with Motown Gospel recently announced the newest single, “Victory”, from the legendary gospel group, The Clark Sisters, available now on Apple Music. The song was written by group member Karen Clark Sheard and her son J. Drew Sheard (who also produced it).
Walker & Company Brands Appoints Tia Cummings as New Vice President of Marketing
Walker & Company Brands (makers of Bevel and Form Beauty), a Procter & Gamble company, recently announced that Tia Cummings has joined their leadership team as Vice President of Marketing.
CVS IS LATEST AUBURN GRESHAM RETAILER TO SHUT DOWN
A longtime retail tenant in Auburn Gresham will shut down come January 2020 making it the third major business to do so in the past year. BJ’s Market & Bakery at 1156 W. 79th St. closed nearly a year ago and Bank of America closed 16 Chicago branches in July including one at 7900 S. Halsted St. Now CVS Pharmacy, 7858 S. Halsted St., will close on Jan. 10 along with another CVS store at 4777 N. Milwaukee Ave. due to poor, financial performance. After both closures, CVS will have 50 stores remaining in Chicago, according to Mike DeAngelis, a spokesman for CVS Health.
HYDE PARK SHOE STORE SNAGS TOP RANKING
A black-owned shoe store in Hyde Park recently won top honors as the number one independent retail shoe store in Illinois and ranked 13 nationally.
Illinois Department of Children and Family Services Will Adopt All Recommendations in Audit of Hotline
The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) will adopt all recommendations from an audit of the agency’s Child Abuse and Neglect Hotline, and has already started efforts to address key recommendations, particularly increasing staffing and upgrading technology.
Shuttered South Side Park Could Reopen Soon
A Far South Side park that closed more than seven years ago could soon reopen for youth to use during the winter break from school.
FRESHMAN STATE LEGISLATOR HOPES NEW LAW WILL RESULT IN GREATER PARITY
In her first year in office, state Representative Debbie Meyers-Martin (38th) helped pass legislation Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed into law in July that is aimed at preventing workplace discrimination as it pertains to salaries.
Grammy Winner Smokie Norful Joins Musical Tribute to Bishop Horace E. Smith
Reverend W.R. “Smokie” Norful joins a stellar lineup of gospel artists and singers who will help celebrate the 70th birthday of Bishop Horace E. Smith, Pastor of Apostolic Faith Church, on Saturday, December 7, beginning at 6:00 p.m. at the Marriott Marquis Hotel, 2121 S. Prairie Avenue.
New State Law Set To Take Effect While ACLU Lobbies For Change
The Illinois Cannabis Regulation & Tax Act of 2019 that Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed into law on June 25 takes effect on Jan. 1, 2020 and will allow individuals age 21-years-old and up to purchase and use marijuana for recreational purposes.
Pappas: Download your property tax bill due March 3rd
Pappas: Download your property tax bill due March 3rd at cookcountytreasurer.com if you want to pay this year
Virtue® Hair Care Announces “Charlie’s Angels” Campaign to Benefit She’s the First
Biotech hair care brand Virtue® has teamed up with “Charlie’s Angels” writer, director, producer, and actress Elizabeth Banks to launch a campaign with purpose to benefit She’s the First, a non-profit organization dedicated to fighting gender inequality through education. The initiative was announced on Instagram recently with an inaugural post by Banks, featuring celebrity hairstylist and Virtue Creative Director, Adir Abergel.
RETIRED CHICAGO POLICE OFFICER PROVIDES MEDICAL ASSISTANCE TO THE POOR
When DeWayne Mason joined the Chicago Police Department in 1997, he swore to “protect and serve” his community, and even though he retired two years ago, he continues to help people as a volunteer for a South Side nonprofit organization.
SOUTH SUBURBS COULD TAKE A PAGE FROM ROBBINS TO COMBAT CRIME
Village officials in Harvey, Dolton, Markham and other south suburbs met in September to discuss hosting a crime summit, but Robbins Mayor Tyrone Ward said his village has already began taking steps to reduce crime.
Apostolic Faith Church Hosts Musical Tribute to Celebrate Pastor’s 70th Birthday
Apostolic Faith Church will celebrate the 70th birthday of its pastor, Bishop Horace E. Smith, M.D., with a gala musical tribute on Saturday, December 7, beginning at 6:00 p.m. at the Marriott Marquis Hotel, 2121 S. Prairie Avenue. A stellar lineup of gospel artists and singers will help celebrate Bishop Smith’s birthday.
Michelle Obama Announces 7 New Co-Chairs Joining When We All Vote
Michelle Obama recently released a video message announcing 7 new Co-Chairs joining When We All Vote, a national, nonpartisan organization launched in 2018 to increase participation in every election.
MINISTERS DENY UBER OFFERED THEM MONEY TO LOBBY MAYOR ON PROPOSED FEE HIKE
Black ministers are denying an allegation by Mayor Lori Lightfoot that Uber offered them $54 million to lobby her regarding a proposed ride-share fare hike. “I have not been approached by Uber and I do not know any other minister that was offered money in exchange for their services,” said the Rev. James Meeks, pastor of Salem Baptist Church in Pullman. “If Uber did make such an offer, it’s a secret to me.”
Lawmakers move to boost online sales tax compliance
Springfield –Lawmakers passed a legislative fix during the recently adjourned fall veto session which proponents say could help the state realize $380 million in annual tax revenue by increasing compliance with existing online retail transaction tax laws.
Maywood native and local song writer to release Christmas single in time for the holiday season
Young, Focused, and goal oriented are a few words that come to mind when describing who Tristian Arnez is. He is a multi-talented self-taught singer, songwriter, athlete, musician, actor and model. Tristian was born in Maywood, IL. , began singing at the age of 4.
