Breastfeeding Mother’s Experience Leads Illinois Department of Corrections To Change Policies
Inmates and visitors at Logan Correctional Center now will be allowed to breastfeed their infants during family visits, after a recently-released mother raised concerns about a previous ban at the facility.
Gap Celebrates Back To School with the Launch of ‘Forward’ Campaign
Gap, the iconic American clothing brand, recently launched the GapKids ‘Forward’ Back To School campaign. In an effort to propel the next generation in the direction of their strengths, the ‘Forward’ campaign celebrates creative self-expression and kids who are breaking boundaries.
Hanna Lee Communications Takes Books from Concept to Publishing, with Built-In Promotion Throughout
Hanna Lee Communications, Inc., an award-winning PR and marketing agency specializing in food, drinks and travel, recently announced Book Incubator Media, a new initiative that identifies authors and compelling subjects to bring new hospitality-focused books to life.
CHICAGO HOUSING AUTHORITY ANNOUNCES RESIGNATION OF BOARD CHAIRMAN
In 2015, John T. Hooker was appointed by the Mayor at the time to serve as the Board Chairman for the Chicago Housing Authority Board of Commissioners. After serving a four-year term, Hooker announced his resignation which took effect on July 19. Hooker said that he simply felt that it was his time to step down.
SOUTH SIDE INVESTMENT COMPANY RECEIVES $3 MILLION INVESTMENT FROM BENEFIT CHICAGO
Benefit Chicago, a local impact investment fund, recently announced that they are making a $3 million impact investment in DL3 Advisors, LLC which is a new impact investment company created by DL3 Realty. DL3 Realty is known for being a south side developer and working on projects that are rooted in community relationships and cultural preservation.
Chicago remembers 1919 Race Riots
It was a little over a year ago this week when riots erupted on the South Side following the death of a black youth, who was killed by whites for being on the “wrong” side of a Bronzeville beach.
ILLINOIS GOVERNOR HOSTS LEGISLATIVE BREAKFAST IN THE SOUTHLAND
Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker, recently hosted a variety of elected officials, stakeholders, and citizens from Chicago’s south suburban region for a Legislative Breakfast at the Tinley Park Convention Center. During the event, Pritzker shared what he has been working on in Springfield that will benefit the area and renewed his commitment to Chicago’s Southland.
23 College Scholarships Awarded To Young Men in Chicago At Annual Gala
In April of 1982, 34-year-old Ezekiel Taylor tragically lost his life when three young men stole his car as he stopped at a fast-food restaurant on 79th Street and Stony Island Avenue after church one day.
MOTORISTS WELCOME REFORMS FOR FINES AND FEES
New reforms proposed by the mayor at a recent City Council meeting for fines and fees pertaining to city stickers, red light camera violations and parking tickets come a little too late for some motorists.
Mayor Lightfoot Adds A New Chief Risk Officer To Her List Of Diverse Cabinet Appointments
During her campaign, Mayor Lori Lightfoot spoke about the importance of diversity in Chicago and more importantly, about the importance of seeing that diversity is represented in City Hall and in other positions of power throughout the city.
COMCAST ANNOUNCES PLANS TO OPEN AN XFINITY STORE IN CHICAGO’S HISTORIC PULLMAN NEIGHBORHOOD
Expanding Comcast’s footprint on Chicago’s south side
CAMELOT ILLINOIS LAUNCHES NON-PROFIT GRANT PROGRAM
Camelot Illinois today announced it is accepting applications for a new grant program available to non-profit organizations operating in the State of Illinois.
Creativity And Community Pride Fills The Air At South Side Shipping Container Mall
For the third summer in a row, local entrepreneurs are setting up shop in brightly colored shipping containers at the corner of 51st Street and South Calumet Avenue. This unique community market in Bronzeville, known as Boxville, brings a wealth of opportunities to the community and provides a platform for entrepreneurs and creative individuals to showcase their ideas.
Class Action Settlement Involving Kiip, Inc.’s Advertising Platform Announced
A settlement has been reached in a class action lawsuit involving claims that Kiip, Inc. (“Kiip”) violated the law by using its advertising platform to collect, intercept, or transmit consumers’ personal information through a software application without first getting permission from those consumers. The case is called Farag et al. v. Kiip, Inc., Case No. 2019 CH 01695 (Ill. Cir. Ct. Cook Cnty.).
BUSINESS OWNERS PLEDGE TO SUPPORT AND MENTOR LOCAL STUDENTS THIS SCHOOL YEAR
Local philanthropist and business owner, Early Walker, recently announced on Facebook that he was looking for a local student who needed a financial sponsor and mentor for the upcoming school year. After receiving an overwhelming response of nominations for children who could use this kind of support, Walker put out the call to other Chicago-area business owners and created the I Promise Back To School Challenge.
VACANT LOT BEAUTIFICATION PILOT PROGRAM LAUNCHES ON THE SOUTH AND WEST SIDES
During a recent press conference, the Urban Growers Collective, Heartland Alliance’s READI Chicago Program, and the Mayor of Chicago, Lori Lightfoot, all came together to announce the launch of Grounds for Peace, a vacant lot beautification pilot program. Through Grounds for Peace, 50 city-owned vacant lots in North Lawndale, Woodlawn, and Englewood will be transformed through new landscaping.
City College Partners With Community Organization To Host Summer Job Training
Richard J. Daley College has partnered with the Inner-City Muslim Action Network (IMAN) to host the Weekend Warriors program where young men can earn a basic certificate in industrial welding and nine college credits by attending classes Friday, Saturday, and Sunday during the summer.
Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot included in yearlong initiative to help deliver results for residents
The Bloomberg Harvard City Leadership Initiative recently announced the third class of forty-one mayors from around the world who will participate in the yearlong education and professional development program designed exclusively for mayors and city leaders.
Juvenile Temporary Detention Center Foundation to Host Premiere Gala “Converging on the Positive” Celebrating 10-Year Anniversary
The Juvenile Temporary Detention Center (JTDC) Foundation is celebrating its 10th anniversary by hosting “Converging on the Positive” fundraising gala on Friday, September 27, at the Hyatt Regency Chicago. The JTDC Foundation aims to divert youth from the criminal justice system by helping them regain positive control of their lives. Gala
