“Gone But Not Forgotten: A Tribute to Jazz Greats”
In Honor of Father's Day and Black Music Month, SSJC and DuSable Museum has joined forces to bring you a evening you don't want to miss!!
Film tells story of Jewish Partnership with African American Communities
The Anti-Defamation League and the Chicago Urban League joined together recently and hosted a special community fundraiser screening of the 2015 documentary film entitled, “Rosenwald: The Remarkable Story of a Jewish Partnership with the African American Communities.”
Deneen Elementary teacher raises funds to get help with school supplies
All in the name of science! Rachael Copelin, a science teacher at Deneen School of Excellence is trying to raise funds for her students to enhance their learning experience. It’s no secret that many Chicago Public Schools are low on resources especially those in low-income communities. The number of low income students that attend Deneen Elementary is 97.3%.
Walmart Foundation grants $500,000 to UNCF
UNCF announced recently a $500,000 grant from the Walmart Foundation, which will provide mini grants and technical assistance to selected UNCF member institutions to assist with accreditation efforts and also support a summer professional development conference geared toward enrollment management.
Secretary Hillary Clinton Keynotes “Lifting As We Climb”
Secretary Clinton to Keynote Rainbow PUSH Annual Convention
School Offers Unique Opportunity to Second Chance Students in North Lawndale
While many students are considering their options for getting a high school education, Community Christian Alternative (CCA) Academy located on 1231 S. Pulaski is a unique option for those who wish to enroll in a small school with a family-like environment for the coming academic year beginning September 2016.
RTA Encourages Residents to “Dump the Pump” on June 16
The Regional Transportation Authority (RTA), Chicago Transit Authority, Metra and Pace bus are reminding residents to ‘Dump the Pump’ and take public transportation on Thursday, June 16.
Program offers grant money for neighborhood enhancement projects
In neighborhoods around the world, not just in Chicago, but in places where property values are the highest and have the greatest sense of community, all have one thing in common; tree lined streets. Studies show a difference in behaviors and attitudes among people who live in areas with green grass and trees and those who live without them.
Health Care Workforce Initiative Offers Hope to the Unemployed
Unemployment rates in Chicago are staggering and in some communities, the rates of unemployment are as high as 31% according to the 2010 US Census report which is done every 10 years.
Fristers Celebrates the Graduation of Twelve Young Mothers Prepared to Take on Their Futures
Fristers (fristers.org), a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting teenage mothers and their children, is excited to announce that twelve more of its mothers graduated from the Fristers teen mom curriculum and support program on May 18th at Mariners Church in Irvine, CA.
Twenty Three 9 Launches the Muhammad Ali Collection of Jewelry
Twenty Three 9 Design recently announced the debut of a Muhammad Ali inspired jewelry collection.
Howard Alumni Club to Host Annual ‘Reconnection of HBCUs’ Softball Tournament
The Howard University Club of Chicago (HUACC) will host its 5th Annual Reconnection of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) Softball Tournament on Saturday, June 18, 2016 at Washington Park: 5331 S. Martin Luther King Drive.
Noted CPA Shaun Davis Appointed as Trustee for FAU
(Black PR Wire) Putting accounting into practice is the shining forte of noted CPA, Shaun M. Davis. As the Founder and Managing Partner at S. Davis and Associates, P.A., Davis specializes in this everyday.
Here's How Much Rent Money You'll Need to Afford an Apartment in 50 U.S. Cities
When you're looking for an apartment, there are many factors to consider. To help people understand apartment costs across the U.S. as well as what they'll get for their money, GOBankingRates conducted a study of one-bedroom apartments, comparing everything from median rent prices to the availability of key amenities like parking and washer-dryer access.
Study reveals how much money needed to afford an apartment
When you're looking for an apartment, there are many factors to consider. To help people understand apartment costs across the U.S. as well as what they'll get for their money, GOBankingRates conducted a study of one-bedroom apartments, comparing everything from median rent prices to the availability of key amenities like parking and washer-dryer access.
Smokey Robinson and Skinphonic LLC Launch Two Skincare Brands
(BPRW)- Smokey Robinson together with Skinphonic LLC announced recently the launch of two skincare brands. A men’s line called Get Ready Cause Here I Come® and a women’s line called My Girl®. Smokey Robinson will be representing the men’s line and his wife, Frances Robinson, will be representing My Girl®, the women’s line.
In Women’s Shoes, Pain Does Not Equal Gain
High-heeled shoes can make a woman feel beautiful, confident, sexy and powerful. They can also cause pain, deformities and a lifetime of damage to the feet.
Fashionable lockers at home keep kids organized
Remember the days when you were in school and you had a locker to store your books, boots, lunch, jacket and anything else you could make fit?
Affordable Housing Out of Reach for Many in Illinois
States across the country have seen a rise in rental rates due the number foreclosures and homeowners who have now become renters.
