Harper Advocates for Urban Agriculture, Cannabis Legalization at National Conference
State Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, recently led panels on urban agriculture and cannabis legalization at the 34th annual legislative conference of the National Organization of Black Elected Legislative (NOBEL) Women that was held in Chicago.
Rush, Roe, Chu, and Dunn Introduce USPSTF Transparency & Accountability Act
U.S. Representatives Bobby L. Rush (D-Ill.), Phil Roe (R-Tenn.), Judy Chu (D-Calif.), and Neal P. Dunn (R-Fla.) recently introduced H.R. 3534, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) Transparency and Accountability Act. This bipartisan legislation would require more transparent practices by the USPSTF.
New Guidance on Care of Children and Young Adults with Diabetes Released
The American Association of Diabetes Educators (AADE) recently released comprehensive guidance on the care of children and young adults with diabetes across life stages.
South Side Born and Raised, How One Young Woman Found Success As A Real Estate Investor
Growing up on the south side, Rashauna Scott was the second youngest of seven children in her family and said that she matured at a very young age by following the lead of her older siblings. Both of her parents worked tirelessly to support the family and while Scott recognized the value of that, she knew there was another option for her to find success and financial freedom.
SOUTH SUBURBAN RESIDENTS AND STAKE HOLDERS FIGHT FOR LOCAL HOSPITAL TO REMAIN OPEN
The City of Blue Island, in partnership with the South Suburban Mayors and Managers Association, recently hosted the MetroSouth Summit where state representatives, regional medical professionals, first responders, local community leaders, and the Blue Island Chamber of Commerce discussed the impact of the proposed MetroSouth Medical Center closure.
State Senator Partners With South Suburban Church To Host Annual Job Fair
On July 27, Senator Michael Hastings along with Victory Apostolic Church will once again partner to host the Annual Taste of Victory Job Fair in Matteson. The job fair will take place from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Victory Apostolic Church, 20801 Matteson Ave., and will host a variety of employers along with resources for job seekers and activities for the families.
Cycle of Engagement is the House Democrats’ Strategy to Earn Every Vote
DCCC Chairwoman Cheri Bustos has formally announced the Cycle of Engagement – the largest early investment House Democrats have ever made to improve the way they’re connecting with the base of the Democratic Party – especially people of color and younger Americans.
SOUTH SIDE ACTIVIST HONORED WITH INAUGURAL LEADERS FOR A NEW CHICAGO AWARD
The Field Foundation recently announced the 14 recipients of its inaugural Leaders for a New Chicago award. One winner, Imelda Salazar is a long-time activist who first began advocating for the south side of Chicago as a community member and over time she emerged as a lead organizer for the Southwest Organizing Project (SWOP).
Former alderman sets the record straight about his conviction
Now that his criminal case is over, former 20th Ward Alderman Willie Cochran explains what he did and did not do in an exclusive interview with the Chicago Citizen.
OIG Releases 2019 Second Quarter Report
The City of Chicago Office of Inspector General (OIG) has released its second quarter report for 2019 to the City Council. The report summarizes the Office’s activity from April 1, 2019 through June 30, 2019.
Corporate Catwalk Identifies Gap in Market for Women’s Workwear
Corporate Catwalk recently announced Corporate Catwalk box. Unlike its predecessors, the Corporate Catwalk box specializes in women’s workwear, bringing the founder Olivia Trewatha’s popular modern corporate style to an untapped sector of the subscription box market. After engaging with her nearly two-hundred thousand followers on Instagram, she realized that women wanted more out of their work wardrobes.
Millennium Park Theatre Series Includes Nine Local Theatre Companies Performing From July Until October
All the world’s a stage – especially at Millennium Park this summer. Th e Chicago Department of Cultural Aff airs and Special Events (DCASE) has announced nine new Millennium Park Summer Th eatre Residencies as part of the 2019 Year of Chicago h eatre.
The Roots’ ‘The Tipping Point’ To Be Reissued For 15th Anniversary
In honor of its 15th anniversary, The Roots’ legendary sixth album The Tipping Point is available once again via Geffen/Urban Legends. The amalgam of hip-hop, soul and funk, originally released on Geffen Records in 2004, has been reissued as standard black double vinyl as well as on translucent gold limited-edition colored double vinyl, to be released July 12. Order The Tipping Point now at https://urbanlegends.lnk.to/TheTippingPoint
CHICAGO CITY COUNCIL PROVIDES TAX INCENTIVE FOR NEW SOUTH SIDE WAREHOUSE
Building on the recent wave of construction in the Pullman Community, Chicago’s City Council recently awarded a Class 6(B) property tax incentive to a local development team to support the construction of a new 400,000 square foot warehouse. The project is being led by Chicago Neighborhood Initiatives and Ryan Companies which expect the building to be completed in early 2020.
RECENTLY RELEASED REPORT FINDS RACIAL DISPARITIES IN CHICAGO’S TECHNOLOGY SECTOR
A Chicago-based think tank, Black Tech Mecca, recently hosted it’s 2019 State of the Black Tech Ecosystem conference where technology industry leaders, educators, and economic development experts all gathered to discuss the racial disparities that exist in Chicago’s tech sector.
Local Company Makes Big Move
Collaboraction Theatre Company recently announced that it will hosts several of its 2019-20 season performances in Englewood at Kennedy-King College. The theme of the upcoming performance season is We Are Each Others Business.
FREE SUMMER CAMP TEACHES SOUTH SUBURBAN YOUTH AND PARENTS ABOUT HEALTHY EATING
For the first time ever, the Harvey Church of Christ is hosting the free Harvey Summer Camp for local youth thanks to a new grant and a few generous donations. There will be an open house at the church, 15246 S. Marshfield Ave., in Harvey on July 12 from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. where community members can familiarize themselves with the camp.
Southeast Chicago Chamber of Commerce and Local Southside Artists Bring Their Diverse Community Together with a Public Celebration and World-Class Murals
The Southeast side has a new reason to celebrate! The Southeast Chicago Chamber of Commerce has been teaming up with AB Productions - a group of expert muralists and production powerhouses - to bring pop-up festivals and world-class public artworks to Southeast Chicago.
