Key Insights for Families That Are Navigating Dementia and Driving
As Alzheimer’s progresses, driving can become increasingly unsafe for those affected. Recognizing the signs and planning for the future can make this challenging transition smoother for everyone involved.
Meeting the Demand: The Essential Role of Current and Future Health Professionals United Health Foundation Diversity in Health Care Scholarship Applications Due October 31, 2024
Experience shows that when patients receive care from health providers who speak their language or understand their cultural needs, they are more responsive and engaged. This can lead to better health outcomes, as patients feel safe and trust their health care providers.
TIME Reveals the 2024 TIME100 Next List of the Leaders
TIME revealed the 2024 TIME100 Next list recognizing 100 emerging leaders from around the world who are shaping the future and defining the next generation of leadership.
Nordstrom Partners with Harlem's Fashion Row with 3 Capsule Collections
Nordstrom thrilled to announce its latest partnership with Harlem’s Fashion Row. Nordstrom by Harlem’s Fashion Row reimagines the Nordstrom brand through the lens of three incredible designers represented by Harlem’s Fashion Row: Megan Renee, House of Aama, and Harbison. Discover three unique capsule collections, each offering a distinct design perspective and must-have items available online and in select Nordstrom stores.
ISSA RAE PARTNERS WITH CAST JEWELRY TO LAUNCH THE BRAEVE COLLECTION
Cast, the San Francisco-based fine jewelry brand known for its artful and modern designs, partnered with internationally renowned creator, tastemaker, actor, and entrepreneur Issa Rae to create the Braeve Collection. The collaboration supports Cast's vision to make artfully designed jewelry more accessible along with their shared passion to inspire and empower the women wearing it. The partnership is a reflection of Issa's own personal jewelry journey from curious, to collector and co-creator. The Braeve Collection launches on September 17, 2024, at Cast Boutiques, CastJewelry.com, and exclusively at select Nordstrom stores and Nordstrom.com.
Shon Harris Honored as a 2024 Notable Black Leader by Crain's Chicago Business
LiveWire Construction is thrilled to announce that Shon Harris, President of both LiveWire Construction and BlackRock Construction, has been honored as one of Crain's 2024 Notable Black Leaders. This prestigious recognition is part of a special editorial feature by Crain's Chicago Business.
Authentique Marketing Agency is acquired by WHTWRKS Inc.
Authentique Marketing Agency is thrilled to announce its strategic partnership to join WHTWRKS Inc., a distinguished culturally forward marketing strategy and creative services firm founded in 2013. This collaboration marks a significant step forward in advancing WHTWRKS's multicultural marketing and reinvesting in brand strategy aimed at targeting Black audiences.
The Health Benefit Alliance Now Offering HBA Select Health Plans Featuring Premier Chicago Area Healthcare System
Norwalk, Connecticut-based The Health Benefit Alliance™ (HBA) announces immediate availability of its HBA Select health plan series to the greater Chicago market.
Dream Exchange Celebrates Black Entrepreneurship at the National Black Business Conference in Atlanta
Dream Exchange recently participated in the National Black Business Conference held in Atlanta from Aug. 21-25. The event, spearheaded by the National Business League, and co-hosted in partnership by the National Alliance for Black Business and its co-founders, the National Black Chamber of Commerce (NBCC) and the World Conference of Mayors, brought together prominent Black business leaders, entrepreneurs, and advocates to discuss strategies for economic empowerment.
MAYOR BRANDON JOHNSON AND THE CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING SECURE $4 MILLION TO SUPPORT NON-CONGREGATE SHELTER ACQUISITION AND REHAB
Grant funds will support partner agencies working to transition the City’s current shelter infrastructure toward a more non-congregate model
MAYOR BRANDON JOHNSON AND THE CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING SECURE $4 MILLION TO SUPPORT NON-CONGREGATE SHELTER ACQUISITION AND REHAB
Grant funds will support partner agencies working to transition the City’s current shelter infrastructure toward a more non-congregate model
City Colleges of Chicago Announces the Launch of the Nation’s Premier Community College Pathway to an Engineering Degree
Building off a successful track record of preparing Chicagoans for further engineering education and careers, City Colleges of Chicago announces it will create the nation’s premier community college pathway to an engineering degree. To advance this goal, City Colleges officials unveiled an expanded Engineering Access Alliance partnership with top-ranked University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign’s Grainger College of Engineering and the launch of the City Colleges of Chicago School of Engineering.
Assessor's Office Receives National Achievement Awards
The Cook County Assessor’s Office (CCAO) has been recognized with two 2024 Achievement Awards from the National Association of Counties (NACo). The awards honor innovative, effective county government programs that strengthen services for residents.
Forest Preserves of Cook County Prepares for Fall 2024 Trout Fishing Season
The Forest Preserves of Cook County’s 2024 fall inland trout fishing season is slated to start on Saturday, Oct. 19, at Axehead Lake in Park Ridge, Belleau Lake in Des Plaines, Busse Reservoir – North Pool in Elk Grove Village, Sag Quarry East in Lemont, Horsetail Lake in Palos Park and Green Lake in Calumet City.
Rep. Robin Kelly Attends Unveiling of Herscher Community Unit School District’s Electric School Bus Barn
Congresswoman Robin Kelly (IL-02) attended the unveiling of a state-of-the-art electric school bus barn for Herscher Community Unit School District No. 2 (CUSD No. 2). This project stands as the largest electric school bus deployment effort in Illinois to date.
Avoid Future Problems…Get A POA
What is one of the wisest things that you can do today to “get your house in order;” avoiding problems in the future? Did you know that your marital status plays a huge part in determining the urgency of your action to protect yourself?
Key Insights for Families That Are Navigating Dementia and Driving
As Alzheimer’s progresses, driving can become increasingly unsafe for those affected. Recognizing the signs and planning for the future can make this challenging transition smoother for everyone involved.
Author Using Imprint To Highlight Black Joy And Resilience Through Storytelling
Kwame Mbalia wrote a lot as a child. He was shy and talking was difficult, but writing allowed him to process complex emotions, feelings and frustrations. People encouraged him to become a published author so that other people could read his work.
Refurbished Basketball Courts Create a Safe Space For Community to Play
Rob Castaneda founded Beyond the Ball in 2006. Growing up, sports was always a big part of life. He always loved being at the park and being outside. He wanted to be involved in sports as an adult, so he decided to become a coach. After a couple of incidents where his home was set on fire and wanting to move, girls on the basketball team that Castaneda’s wife coached encouraged them not to leave the community. Naturally, he went back to sports and founded Beyond the Ball as a way to improve the quality of life and make young people safe in the neighborhood.
