ComEd Receives Approval for Beneficial Electrification Plan 2, Continuing to Advance Transportation Electrification in Illinois
ComEd announced that the Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) has approved its second Beneficial Electrification (BE) Plan, investing approximately $168 million over a three-year period beginning in 2026. The continuation of ComEd’s BE funding marks a significant step forward in ComEd’s commitment to advancing electric vehicle (EV) adoption and reducing emissions in northern Illinois.
Lightford fights to remove expulsion for preschool through second graders
All too often, students of color feel the brunt of being expelled or suspended from school, rather than being provided restorative approaches to help with their emotional and mental health – a phenomenon Senate Majority Leader Kimberly A. Lightford is fighting to change.
Chicago Public Schools Honors Class of 2025 Chicago Builds Graduates
Chicago Public Schools leaders and industry partners celebrated the latest class of students to graduate with industry-recognized certifications in the construction industry. The Chicago Builds graduation ceremony, held at the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 134, honored 98 students, the highest number of graduates ever for the program. This year’s graduates are among roughly 14,000 CPS students enrolled in Career and Technical Education (CTE) classes, including nearly 4,000 seniors.
Rep. Kelly, Senators Durbin, Duckworth honor Hadiya Pendleton, gun violence survivors with Wear Orange Resolution
U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly (IL-02), U.S. Senators Dick Durbin (D-IL) and Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) introduced the Wear Orange Resolution, designating June 6 as National Gun Violence Awareness Day and the entire month as National Gun Violence Awareness Month.
CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COOK COUNTY LAND BANK AUTHORITY PARTNER TO REVITALIZE ENGLEWOOD AND ROSELAND
The Chicago Department of Housing (DOH) has partnered with the Cook County Land Bank Authority (CCLBA) to launch the next phase of the Rebuild 2.0 program, targeting the rehabilitation of single-family homes in Englewood and Roseland.
Juneteenth Festival in West Pullman neighborhood offers food, music, family activities and more
The nonprofit Far South Community Development Corporation (Far South CDC)—an organization that provides strategic community-building services to residents and businesses across Chicago’s Far South Side neighborhoods and south suburban Cook County—is excited to announce its annual Juneteenth Festival on Saturday, June 21 from 1-6 p.m. The festival will be held in the parking lot of Maple Park Marketplace (821 W. 115th Street) at the southwest corner of Halsted Street and 115th Street in Chicago’s West Pullman neighborhood, across from the Morgan Park Commons development.
COMMUNITY JOINS FORCES FOR BRILLIANCE AND EXCELLENCE MARCH & OPPORTUNITY FAIR FOR BOYS AND YOUNG MEN OF COLOR
The Brilliance & Excellence NFP is proud to announce the 3rd Annual March & Opportunity Fair for Boys and Young Men of Color, scheduled for Saturday, June 14, 2025.
MAYOR JOHNSON ANNOUNCES $20 MILLION IN GRANT AWARDS FOR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS
A South Shore birthing center, a Chinatown commercial complex and a Woodlawn ballroom are among 28 proposed projects being awarded $20 million in City financial support to help achieve neighborhood development goals, Mayor Johnson announced.
The PEPSI® National Battle of the Bands Honors Black Music Month with Film Re-Air
The PEPSI National Battle of the Bands (NBOTB) is celebrating Black Music Month with the re-airing of its documentary, "Celebrating Champions of Culture," spotlighting the talent, tradition, and transformative power of HBCU marching bands.
SignaPay Promotes Shaquirah Johnson Nolly to Vice President of Underwriting & Risk Management
SignaPay, an Inc. 500 payments innovator, has announced the promotion of Shaquirah Johnson Nolly to Vice President of Underwriting & Risk Management. Johnson Nolly will lead the Credit, Underwriting and Risk Management departments, helping drive industry best practices and streamlining workflows to support SignaPay's accelerating expansion.
ALPHA Magazines Appoints Fashion Entrepreneur Teresa Caldwell as President of Marketing
ALPHA Magazines is thrilled to announce the appointment of Teresa Caldwell as President of Marketing, effective May 28, 2025. As a high-fashion publication dedicated to human empowerment, ALPHA Magazines is poised for an exciting new chapter under Teresa’s leadership. With an impressive background in marketing and brand strategy, Teresa brings a wealth of experience to ALPHA. Her vision for the magazine encompasses a dynamic rebranding initiative that will not only elevate the ALPHA brand but also resonate deeply with our audience. Teresa aims to infuse fresh, innovative ideas into the magazine's identity, fostering a sense of community and empowerment among our readers.
Jonathan Isaac's Unitus Launches Faith-Forward Activewear
Unitus, the faith-forward apparel brand founded by NBA player Jonathan Isaac, today announced the launch of its first-ever activewear collection for men and women. Designed for performance and rooted in Scripture, the collection debuts with a clear message from 2 Corinthians 5:7: Move by faith, not by sight.
Taraji P. Henson's Seven Daughters Moscato Joins Princess Cruises' Love Lines Premium Liquors Collection
Princess Cruises has announced the addition of Academy Award-nominated actor and entrepreneur Taraji P. Henson's beloved Moscato, Seven Daughters, to its Love Lines Premium Liquors Collection. Known for its vibrant, lightly sweet flavor, Seven Daughters is designed to elevate the onboard beverage experience with its tropical fruit and honeysuckle notes.
‘Kimberly Akimbo’ Inspires Audiences To Live Life To The Fullest
Grace Capeless started working in theatre when she was young. At age 8, she booked her first Broadway show. Theatre was a big and important part of her upbringing and her family. Her parents met doing a show. She knew she wanted to do theatre when she saw a production of “Godspell” and she immediately fell in love with it. When she found out there was an open call for the show, she begged her parents to let her audition.
Local Man Advocates For Use Of Cryptocurrency
Darren Jamal Heard wants more people on the South Side to utilize cryptocurrency. He uses the group South Side Blockchain to help people understand cryptocurrency and blockchain as a way to more financial empowerment.
ComEd Engages Communities To Encourage EV Adoption
ComEd has partnered with local organizations to engage community members and educate them about electric vehicles (EV) and ComEd’s rebate program at events across the South Suburbs and Chicagoland area.
In God We Must Trust
Just when we thought things could not get any worse, we learn that Congress is debating a sweeping “Big Beautiful Bill,” one of the most alarming provisions in the proposed bill is deep cuts to Medicaid—up to $880 billion over 10 years. These reductions would directly impact millions of older adults who rely on Medicaid to fund long-term care in nursing homes. For families with elderly relatives in care or nearing that stage, early action is essential. I suggest that you give some thought to my suggestions and call on me if you need my help in formulating a caregiver plan.
Cook County Assessor’s Office Hosts Inaugural Neighborhood Housing Forum
The Cook County Assessor’s Office (CCAO) hosted its inaugural Neighborhood Housing Forum this week, bringing together developers, housing providers, nonprofit leaders, and other industry experts to discuss the state of housing in Chicago’s neighborhoods.
Celebrity Chef Carla Hall and The Fresh Market Team Up to Support Alzheimer’s Association During Month of June
The Alzheimer’s Association is proud to partner with The Fresh Market and celebrity chef, author and TV personality Carla Hall to raise funds and awareness for Alzheimer’s disease during Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month this June. From June 1-30, The Fresh Market will donate 10% of the purchase price of Hall’s Sweet Heritage Butter Tart to the Alzheimer’s Association.
