Chicago 1919 Program Will Honor The 100-Year Anniversary Of Chicago’s Race Riot
The Newberry Library, a world-renowned independent research library in Chicago, and its project partners recently announced Chicago 1919: Confronting the Race Riots which is a year-long initiative that will honor the 100-year anniversary of the Chicago race riots. The year of programming will begin Saturday, Feb. 23, at the DuSable Museum of African American History.
All Marijuana Convictions set to be expunged
If Cook County State’s Attorney Kim Foxx makes good on her plan to expunge all misdemeanor marijuana convictions, it means Robert Griffin could soon become a banker. Almost 15 years ago, Griffin, 42, said he plead guilty to a misdemeanor drug possession charge after Chicago police found a small amount of marijuana in his car during a traffic stop.
Congresswoman Robin Kelly Appointed to the Oversight and Reform Committee
“I’m a good government person. I’m interested in the little details that could save billions in taxpayer dollars and I’m extremely proud of the record that I’ve established on this committee.
Andrea L. Brookins Receives Funeral Director of the Year Runner-Up
Andrea L. Brookins, chief executive officer and owner of Brookins Funeral Home, was a runner-up for Funeral Director of the Year 2018. Brookins Funeral Home has been part of Chicago’s 21st Ward community for over 40 years. The honor recognizes the valuable work she is doing as one of the few African-American women in the funeral service industry today.
Benefit for Sideshow Theatre Company & GirlForward Coming Up In February
Get your blood pumping just in time for Valentine’s Day as The Chicago League of Lady Arm Wrestlers (CLLAW) presents CLLAW Flirty-Two on Saturday, February 9, 2019 at Logan Square Auditorium, 2539 N. Kedzie Ave. in Chicago.
Walgreens Hosts Annual Expressions Challenge Awards
Walgreens recently hosted the annual Expressions Challenge Awards Ceremony and Reception at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Chicago. Several Chicago students submitted artwork and at the event, first and second place prizes were given in the categories of creative writing, visual arts, and media arts.
Chicago Singer and Songwriter Creates Inspirational Music And Spreads Positive Vibes
Ramone Javon Griffith, known professionally as RJ Griffith, is an inspirational Chicago singer and songwriter who has been performing in one way or another since he was three years old. Today, Griffith has focused his energy solely on music and hopes to use his platform to spread positivity in Chicago and throughout the world.
Repairing The Harm And Breaking The Cycle, Using Best Practices In South African Apartheid Healing
On Monday, January 21, the Darren B. Easterling Center for Restorative Practices hosted its second Truth and Reconciliation Summit in the Skyline Conference Room of the Lawndale Christian Conference Center located on 3750 West Ogden Avenue in Chicago.
Two of Three Seventh Ward Alderman Candidates Participate In Community Forum
Two of the three candidates for Seventh Ward Alderman recently participated in a community forum at Christ Bible Church, 7877 S. Coles Ave., to discuss their ideas for the office and take questions from the community.
Illinois Department Of Public Health Lead Rules Approved
Rules proposed by the Illinois of Public Health (IDPH) that will increase the number of children identified with lead poisoning and trigger earlier intervention were approved by the Joint Committee on Administrative Rules (JCAR) recently.
South Chicago Assembly Plant Will Continue Producing All-New 2020 Ford Explorer
Ford Motor Company recently announced a brand new model for their 2020 Explorer which will be produced at the Chicago Assembly Plant located on 12600 S. Torrence Ave. in Hegewisch.
REDESIGNED WHITNEY M. YOUNG JR. LIBRARY IS OPEN IN CHATHAM
Mayor Rahm Emanuel, Chicago Public Library Commissioner Brian Bannon, and Sixth Ward Alderman Roderick Sawyer recently gathered with community members to celebrate the grand re-opening of the newly renovated Whitney M. Young Jr. Branch Library, located on 415 E. 79th Street in Chatham.
South Suburban College Dean Anna Helwig receives Recognition Award from District 228
South Suburban College’s Anna Helwig, Ph.D., Dean of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) was presented with a Board Recognition Award from Bremen High School District 228 at their Students in Leadership Board Meeting recently.
South Suburban College Board Chairman Receives Service Award
At a recent Board of Trustees meeting for South Suburban College, special guest Mike Monaghan, executive director of the Illinois Community College Trustees Association, presented the Illinois Community College Trustees Association Service Award to Frank M. Zuccarelli for his accomplishments as board chairman for South Suburban College.
MY STATE OF MIND INITIATIVE IS BUILDING A MENTAL HEALTH GUIDE BOOK FOR COOK COUNTY
The My State of Mind initiative was recently launched by SocailWorks, a local nonprofit. Through the initiative, the organization is currently working to create a mental health guidebook that will provide a broad range of information about mental health services that are available in Cook County.
Dr. King honored by McDonald’s with free breakfast
A Chatham businesswoman recently sponsored a free breakfast at her South Side restaurant as a way to honor the legacy of civil rights leader Dr. Martin L. King Jr.
South Suburban Resident Leaves Six Figure Career To Become An Entrepreneur
After growing up in Chicago’s south suburbs, Ashley Kirkwood went on to graduate at the top of her class from Northwestern University’s School of Law. From there, she secured a position with one of Chicago’s top law firms and was making about $280,000 a year. She quickly learned that money isn’t everything and left her stable career to become a full-time entrepreneur. Kirkwood is now preparing to launch her very own podcast and anticipates to fully replace her former salary this year.
GREENCORPS CHICAGO IS NOW RECRUITING FOR 2019 CLASS
Greencorps Chicago, a green-industry job training program, is currently recruiting applicants for their 2019 class. Accepted applicants will have the opportunity to participate in nine months of paid training that will prepare them for careers in ecological restoration, green infrastructure, tree care, and landscaping.
SPOKESPERSON FOR THE FAMILY OF LAQUAN MCDONALD APPROVES OF RECENT PRECKWINKLE AD
A press conference was recently held at Grace Memorial Baptist Church, 1457 S. Kenneth Ave. by Pastor Marvin Hunter, great-uncle of Laquan McDonald, to discuss his thoughts on mayoral candidate Toni Preckwinkle’s first campaign ad concerning her role in helping to reveal Laquan McDonald’s autopsy report.
