Bank to adjust security following call from community, Collins
Collins praised the move as an example of how companies and communities can work together to foster mutual respect. The Rev. Michael Pfleger of the Faith Community of St. Sabina, who was active in bringing the concerns of the community to the public, worked closely with Fifth Third and those who originally expressed their concerns to arrive at an agreement which will see high-security buzz-in doors removed.
Bike Tour Let’s You Explore Chicago’s History
The Chicago History Museum presents city-wide tours that explore Chicago’s rich history all-summer long. From neighborhood walks to river cruises, these summer tours offer a variety of ways to experience the city’s iconic and unexpected stories.
Walk the Emmys Red Carpet With Grey’s Anatomy Star Jason George
Grey’s Anatomy and Station 19 star Jason George is offering fans the chance to walk the Emmys red carpet with him and attend the 70th Emmy Awards in Los Angeles as a VIP guest. You can download his video invitation at vimeo.com/281556768/ec5c832b21.
Assessor’s Office releases improved residential assessment model used for 2018 Triennial Reassessment of City of Chicago
Cook County Assessor Joseph Berrios announced today that his office is releasing the improved residential regression model used for the current 2018 reassessment of the City of Chicago. Assessor Berrios said, “Improving residential assessments has been a top priority and with the new resources now available to us from Civic Consulting Alliance (CCA) and Tyler Technologies (“Tyler”), we have been able to accomplish what we set out to do.”
Nearly 100 Cook County Youth Participate in Summer Jobs Program
This year’s Forest Preserves Experience crews included youth ranging from 14 to 19 years old who come from families who utilize the services of the Housing Authority of Cook County. Throughout the program, the participants conducted hands-on work at local forest preserves, learned about the environment during educational days, met with and learned from conservation professionals, participated in a Green Career Panel, well as a “Smart Money” class presented by HACC.
Thornton Township Presents It’s 17th Annual TASTE of Thornton Township Celebration (2018)
Thornton Township will hosts its 17th Annual Taste of Thornton Township Celebration, located at South Suburban College, 15800 S. State Street, South Holland, Illinois.
Clerk Dorothy Brown Mourns the Loss of her Sister, Linda Rabb Issac
Clerk Dorothy Brown Mourns the Loss of her Sister
DCFS Honors College-Bound Youth
Department of Children and Family Services Director BJ Walker presented scholarships to 54 college-bound current and former youth in care. Each recipient will receive a monthly grant and up to five consecutive years of tuition and academic fee waivers that can be used at participating Illinois state community colleges and universities.
SUMMER FUN CONTINUES AT THE DuSABLE MUSEUM OF AFRICAN AMERICAN HISTORY WITH MOVIES AND MUSIC UNDER THE STARS!
The DuSable Museum of African American History continues it’s crowd-pleasing “summer celebration” of movies and music under the stars. The entertainment happens through August 23, 2018 with all events taking place at the Museum, located at 740 East 56th Place (57th Street and South Cottage Grove Avenue) in Chicago…and best of all, admission is FREE!
$6.5 MILLION INVESTMENT ESTABLISHES ENTREPRENEURS OF COLOR FUND IN CHICAGO
It was recently announced that JPMorgan Chase and Fifth Third bank together will be investing $6.5 million to support small businesses on Chicago’s south and west sides. The generous contributions will launch the Entrepreneurs of Color Fund and with the help of the Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC), Chicago entrepreneurs of color will have an easier time accessing capital to grow their businesses.
Alderman Tells Small Businesses Owners To Take Advantage Of Education Programs
Alderman Howard B Brookins Jr. represents the Chicago’s 21st Ward and recently hosted a Small Businesses Networking event at Aubrey’s Garden, 9315 S. Ashland Ave., adjacent to Brookins Funeral Home in the Brainerd neighborhood. The networking event was held in partnership with Goldman Sachs and their 10,000 Small Businesses program.
BETTER MAN THAN ME FOUNDATION PREPARES FOR ROOFTOP AWARDS CEREMONY
The Better Man Than Me Foundation is preparing to award their seventh academic scholarship at the Better Man Than Me Rooftop Party on Aug. 17 at the Cliff Dwellers Club. Aside from preparing for the upcoming event, the organization is developing a new 12-week training program for young men and continues to impact the community by providing young men with the tools and information they need to succeed.
Opportunity Investment Fund Approved
A $30 million housing fund will enhance affordability in high-cost neighborhoods through a new developer incentive program introduced by Mayor Rahm Emanuel and approved recently by City Council.
SOUTH SUBURBAN RESIDENTS PROTEST PROPOSED SCHOOL CLOSURES
Residents of the Crete-Monee Community Unit School District 201-U (SD 201-U) recently held a protest in front of Coretta Scott King Magnet Elementary in University Park to express their disapproval of the new SD 201-U Facility Management Plan which calls for the closure of the Coretta Scott King Magnet Elementary and Talala Elementary.
FREE EVENT BRINGS SOULFUL ARTISTS AND ACTIVITIES TO HYDE PARK
The Hyde Park Art Center, 5020 S. Cornell Ave., is hosting their Soul Saturday event from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m on Aug. 4 where attendees will be able to experience the Black Mental Wellness Expo, resident artists, a plant exchange, the Brooklyn Art Library’s Sketchbook Project, and several other family-friendly activities.
South Side Church Hosts Worlds Largest Baby Shower
New Beginnings Church of Chicago and Project H.O.O.D. are hosting the Worlds Largest Baby Shower on Aug. 4 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on King Drive From 65th to 67th Streets. At the event, expectant and single parents will have the opportunity to receive much-needed baby items for their family. All are welcome to attend the event and engage in community fellowship whether they are in need or not.
Mýa World Premieres New Video for ‘Damage’
What better way to celebrate your 20th anniversary in the game than to premiere your latest video on MTV’s TRL? Currently on a national and international tour, Grammy Award Winning Artist, Mýa, took a detour to MTV’s TRL to world premiere her new video, “Damage” with Sway on July 23rd. Th e video also digitally premiered on Complex.com
13 COMMUNITIES COME TOGETHER TO DEMAND ACCOUNTABILITY FOR OPIOID CRISIS
A recent lawsuit filed in the Cook County Circuit Court names 13 municipalities and one fire department as plaintiffs in a case against several national pharmaceutical companies and three Illinois doctors alleging that they are the responsible parties for the rise in opioid addiction and overdose in Illinois.
PUMA RS-100 Roland and RS-0 Roland drop globally on #808DAY
Roland Corporation has teamed up with the global sports brand PUMA to unbox a second new TR-808-inspired sneaker, the PUMA RS-100 Roland. Roland’s partnership with PUMA kicked off earlier this year with the unveiling of their first sneaker collaboration, PUMA’s RS-0 Roland, also inspired by the legendary 808 drum machine
