University of Chicago Celebrates 50 Years Of Preparing Low-Income Students For College
The University of Chicago recently celebrated the 50th anniversary of their Office of Special Programs-College Prep (OSP) initiative and the 15th anniversary of the Collegiate Scholars Program. The event took place at the Chicago Theological Seminary building, 1407 E 60th St., and featured speeches from program leaders and alumni.
Village of Dolton Holds Truth and Taxation Public Hearing And Approves Tax Levy
Ordinance number 18-019 levying taxes for general and corporate purposes for the 2018 tax year for the Village of Dolton was approved by the board of trustees and will result in 3.33 percent increase in total property taxes to be levied for the 2018 tax year compared to the 2017 tax year.
Candy Bee Uses Accessories To Help Women Feel Bold
Just over a year ago, Candy Bee was working at a corporate job in Chicago and using whatever free time she had to build her fashion and accessories business by doing pop-up shops and in-home trunk shows. Life suddenly changed when her step-son was wounded by gunfire and Candy Bee had no choice but to leave her job and care for him during his rehabilitation. From this tragedy and the uncertainty of being unemployed, Bold Addictions was born.
Retail Thrive Zones exist in eight communities across the city including, South Shore, Chatham, Englewood, and West Pullman and applications are available now
“This is a win-win for the community. It’s a win for the businesses that need additional resources just to get over the hump and to assist them in bringing their dreams to life and then it’s a win for the community at large because now you have positive corridors and positive spaces that are being brought back to life,” said Eighth Ward Alderman, Michelle Harris.
Disruptive Design Looks For Design Ideas For Chicago’s Next Generation Of Affordable Housing
Participants should submit initial designs by the end of January, from there five finalists will be chosen and a series of community meetings will be held to receive feedback on the designs. From March to April the finalists will develop fully rendered plans for their homes and once again residents will be invited to provide feedback. In June, one finalist will be chosen as the winner, have their home constructed, and receive an additional $20,000 prize.
Obama Foundation and Chicago Public Schools Launch Award to Recognize Impactful Leadership in Civic Engagement
"There are no better role models for our next generation of leaders than Barack and Michelle Obama, and these awards will celebrate the Chicagoans who are following in their footsteps by giving back to our city," said Mayor Rahm Emanuel. "I am grateful to the Obama Foundation for partnering with Chicago's students, schools and communities to inspire and empower young leaders."
ArtCation Offers Once In A Lifetime Opportunity To Explore Ethiopian Art
The owners of Gallery Guichard recognize the importance of exploring African countries and have had their own personal experiences traveling to places like Senegal and the South African Eastern Cape. ArtCation will further expand on these opportunities, support their mission to expose patron to cross-cultural experiences, and allow friends and family to join them in the exploration of the rich art of the African Diaspora.
Newly Organized Resident Association of the Westside Will Empower Residents
“I was born and raised on the west side and then I left for about 15 years and then I moved back last year,” said Turner. “I learned how to ride my bike on this block and now I’m out on the block like what happened? What caused that break down in communication and just overall resident involvement to lead up to where we are now and how can we make it better?”
Tonika Lewis Johnson’s Folded Map Is Transformed Into A Stage Play
The well-known photography project, Folded Map, was created by Tonika Lewis Johnson as a way to connect Chicagoans with their cross-city map twin. Starting Jan. 18, the story of Folded Map and how it came to be will be performed live as a mid-length stage play at Collaboraction, 1579 N. Milwaukee Ave., 3rd Floor, in Chicago’s Wicker Park neighborhood.
Sneak Peak Chicago Sneaker Convention Hosted In South Suburbs
This particular sneaker convention was started by Micheal Garren, a Tinley Park resident and self-proclaimed sneaker-head, who noticed a gap in Chicago’s sneaker market and a lack of opportunities for collectors to buy, sell, and trade with each other
Roseland Medical District moving along slowly
In 2011, when the Roseland Medical District was created, elected officials from former Gov. Pat Quinn to Alderman Carrie Austin (34th), whose ward includes the 100-acre medical district, said upon its development, the area would see a spur in economic development.
National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day Set for February 7, 2019
National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (NBHAAD) is February 7. Now in its 18th year, NBHAAD is a day to increase awareness about HIV among blacks/African Americans and encourage people to get involved in prevention efforts, get tested, and get treatment if they are living with HIV.
North Terminal Opening of the 95th Street Red Line Station Renovations Improves Accessibility, Capacity, and Safety for Community
F.H. Paschen celebrates the opening of the North Terminal and the 95th Street Pedestrian Bridge of the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) 95th Street Red Line Station Improvement Project alongside joint venture partner Milhouse Engineering & Construction. A skilled, diverse workforce of over 1200 executed this work, including residents from the local community who will enjoy access to the improved station regularly.
Jenny Craig Launches 2019 Campaign Featuring Successful Members
Jenny Craig, a leader in the weight loss industry, recently announced their 2019 ad campaign, which focuses on actual Jenny Craig members and weight loss experts, and their stories of finding health and wellness by using the program.
Timeline Theatre Company Purchases Uptown Property To Be Site for Its Future Home
TimeLine Theatre Company recently announced that it has completed the purchase of property located at 5033–5035 North Broadway Avenue in Chicago’s Uptown neighborhood. The property, which encompasses a five-story, 45,120-square-foot warehouse building plus a vacant lot near the corner of Broadway and Argyle, is planned as the site of a renovated facility to house the theatre’s future operations and to support and expand its mission of presenting plays inspired by history that connect to today’s social and political issues.
LOOKING BACK ON 2018
Over the past year, the Citizen Newspaper has worked diligently to provide thought provoking news that uplifts the communities that we serve. As 2018 come to a close, we went through the archives to share some of this year's highlights.
BLACK ENTERPRISE Announces The 50 Best Companies For Diversity
BLACK ENTERPRISE, in partnership with The Executive Leadership Council, has released its listing of the "50 Best Companies for Diversity" as featured in the publication's November/December 2018 issue, which focuses on Diversity and Inclusion in corporate America.
National Calendar Fundraiser for Historically Black Colleges and Universities, (HBCUs) Features Prominent African Americans
You’ll never know where you’re going, unless you first know where you’ve been. With Black History month rapidly approaching, you can make 2019 an exploration of the richness of the African American community through, “Our History Today, An African American Journey.”
Coalition of African American Leaders (COAL) January Power Breakfast to Feature Iconic Criminal and Civil Attorney James D. Montgomery Sr.
The Coalition of African American Leaders (COAL) kicks off its 2019 Coalition Power Breakfast series by hosting attorney James D. Montgomery, Sr. The monthly breakfast will be held on Saturday, January 5, from 8:30AM until 11:00AM at BJ’s Market, 8734 S. Stony Island and is a platform to examine issues and important areas of focus relevant to business leaders and the African American community.
