Fifth Annual Fall Fest Returns to Lincoln Park Zoo
Lincoln Park Zoo is embracing autumn in Chicago with the fifth annual Fall Fest, kicking off Sept. 27. This exciting, FREE admission, family-friendly celebration lets guests experience harvest fun in the heart of the city, from picking the perfect pumpkin to ‘swimming’ in the corn pool.
Candidate For Illinois Supreme Court Hopes To Be Second Black Judge Elected To Serve
Appellate Court Justice Nathaniel Howse Jr. is running for election to the Illinois Supreme Court as one of three 1st District judges. Howse is running for a seat that was vacated by the retirement of Justice Charles E. Freeman.
Young Adults Exposed to Incarceration as Children Have Higher Odds of Future Depression, PTSD
Young adults with childhood history of both parental incarceration and juvenile justice involvement were nearly three times more likely to have depression or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) compared to peers without any experience with the criminal justice system, according to a study published in JAMA Network Open. They also were nearly twice as likely to have anxiety compared to young adults without childhood exposure to incarceration.
Study finds women at greater risk of depression, anxiety after hysterectomy
Hysterectomy is associated with an increased risk of long-term mental health issues, especially depression and anxiety, according to a cohort study by Mayo Clinic researchers involving nearly 2,100 women.
SOUTH SUBURBAN SCHOOL DISTRICT EXPLORES CLOSING FLAGSHIP HIGH SCHOOL
Rich Township High School District 227 is currently considering the closure of Rich East High School, 300 Sauk Trail, in Park Forest due to what the board claims to be a decreasing student body population and the need to make significant repairs to all of the district’s three buildings.
Vocal, Visible, and Vigilant: The Black Women’s Agenda, Inc. Hosts 42nd Annual Symposium Town Hall & Awards Luncheon
Six months away from the first 2020 presidential primaries and caucuses, The Black Women’s Agenda, Inc. (BWA) hosted its 42nd Annual Symposium Town Hall and Awards Luncheon recently, encouraging the nearly 1,800 attendees to flex their political muscle and to help usher in the changes that they want to see in their communities and across the nation.
Cole Haan Teams Up With Rodarte To Disrupt High Fashion With Innovation
Cole Haan, the iconic American lifestyle brand and retailer has announced its collaboration with famed, independent fashion house Rodarte. Laura and Kate Mulleavy, the sisters behind Rodarte, have put their signature aesthetic on Cole Haan’s groundbreaking Grand Ambition collection that sets a new standard for women’s dress footwear and handbags. Cole Haan and Rodarte have come together to tell a story of two brands united by a common desire for continuous innovation.
Celebrity Speakers Announced for Chicago Ultimate Women’s Expo 2019
The Chicago Ultimate Women’s Expo presents a star-studded, empowering and entertaining weekend on October 5-6, 2019 at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center.
Children’s Party in Matteson Brings Awareness to Sickle Cell Disease
For the third year, Village of Matteson Trustee Adam Shorter and his wife Danielle Shorter are inviting the public to come out and enjoy Olivia's Sickle Cell Awareness Party, for children with sickle cell, sickle beta thalassemia, and sickle cell trait. The event takes place on Sunday, September 22nd at the Matteson Community Center and will include dancing, food, face painting, balloon animals and more. The children's party is from 11 am to 4 pm. Blood donations will also be accepted.
Nonprofit Organization Works To Rebuild After Fire Destroys Headquarters
After experiencing a fire and having their headquarters condemned and demolished, Assata’s Daughters founder, Page May, did what was necessary to make sure the nonprofit organization’s programming continued throughout the summer. This meant May had to host programs outside, in her apartment, and borrow space from other community organizations.
Upcoming Comedy For A Cause Event Raises Funds For Families Impacted By Gun Violence
A south side nonprofit, Centers for New Horizons, will soon host its second annual Comedy for a Cause fundraiser on Sept. 19 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at The Promontory, 5311 S. Lake Park Ave., in Hyde Park.
Gaining real-world business experience at UIC’s Starbucks
University of Illinois at Chicago business majors Safaa Sarefian, Rosemary Arevalo and Matt Carey are quickly learning that top-shelf brands like Starbucks will attract crowds from sunup to sundown — and if any entrepreneur is to succeed, he or she must be ready for them.
DOI Helps Illinois Life Insurance Consumers Collect More than $15 Million in 2019
The Illinois Department of Insurance can help you find out if you’re owed a portion of the millions of dollars in life insurance benefits that go unclaimed every year. So far in 2019, IDOI has helped consumers find and collect more than $15 million from lost or unclaimed life insurance policies.
Shh…Your Devices May Be Listening to You
We have become accustomed to carrying our mobile phones and tablet devices everywhere we go. The mobile phone has essentially become an integral part of our everyday lives, helping us to communicate, make payments and socialize. Unfortunately, the smart devices of today are equipped with many different types of sensors that may be listening in on our conversations.
United Airlines Launches Online Campaign for Hurricane Dorian Relief Efforts
United Airlines has launched a Crowdrise fundraising campaign for those affected by Hurricane Dorian. Donations will support the airline’s relief partners that provide assistance in the United States and internationally: American Red Cross, Airlink, Americares and Global Giving.
Chicago State University Host Community Curation Events To Digitize Historical Document
During September, Chicago State University, 9501 S. King Dr., is hosting the National Museum of African American History and Culture’s traveling Community Curation program which allows individuals to have their family photos, videos, and documents digitized for free. The purpose of the program is to encourage intergenerational storytelling in the African American community.
SOUTH SUBURBAN STUDENT NAMED GOLDEN APPLE SCHOLAR
Golden Apple, an Illinois nonprofit working to prepare, support and mentor teachers, recently announced the 263 members of it’s 2019 Golden Apple Scholars of Illinois cohort. Ashley Coleman, from Harvey, is one of those 263 members and as a result will have access to a variety of resources provided by Golden Apple as she obtains her degree and goes on to become a full-time teacher.
FORMER SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER HOPES TO TRANSFORM EDUCATION SYSTEM IN CHICAGO
After working as a special education teacher for 13 years, Damien Howard decided to start his own business, Clever Characters, as a way of transforming the how inner-city students experience education.
Report Shows Black Population in Chicago Currently Declining
State Representative La Shawn K. Ford (D-CH), Chairperson of Higher Education Appropriations is working with UIC ahead of the 2020 U.S Census to increase an accurate count. A startling report is sounding the alarm on the declining black population in Chicago. A report by the UIC Great Cities Institute shows the black population in Chicago is currently declining in every predominant black community in Chicago. Chicago’s black population is on track to shrink to 665,000 by the year 2030
