ConnXus Raises $5M in Series “A” Round
ConnXus, a supplier diversity technology platform, today announced that it has closed $5 million in Series “A” funding, led by Techstars Ventures, Serious Change L.P. and Impact America Fund.
EDEN BodyWorks Celebrates Beauty Beyond Borders
Since its inception, EDEN BodyWorks has been dedicated to encouraging women to embrace their own standards of beauty.
Support for Lucas Museum Building
The ‘Coalition 2 Build the Lucas Museum’ in a recent press conference announced their support for the Lucas Museum. In 2014, Star Wars creator George Lucas announced plans to bring his museum to Chicago after San Francisco rejected his initial proposed location.
Top Entertainers, Athletes and Business leaders Inducted into 26th Annual Alumni Hall of Fame
Boys & Girls Clubs of America (BGCA) inducted eight new Club alumni into their Alumni Hall of Fame in a ceremony held in New Orleans, Louisiana recently.
The 31st Chicago Gospel Music Festival
Pastor Shirley Caesar to perform at the 31st Annual Chicago Music Festival
Posen FD Receives SHARP Status
Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) Director Hugo Chaviano recently recognized the Posen Fire Department (FD) as the first public sector employer to achieve Safety and Health Achievement Recognition Program (SHARP) status in Illinois.
OP/ED Some Look At Problems Through The Wrong End Of A Telescope
We need to recognize that the acts of violence and racial hatred committed across our nation, can also take place here in Thornton Township.
The Unseen Dangers of Briefly Lead Poisoning
The Access Center for Discovery and Learning, an extension of Access Community Health Network recently hosted an event where they addressed issues concerning lead in the community and provided free lead testing kits.
Study warns juvenile expungement system is not working
Laws and policies governing the treatment of court and arrest records of youth “threaten public safety, produce substantial unnecessary costs, and impede young people’s ability to transition to productive adulthood,” according to a comprehensive study released recently by the Illinois Juvenile Justice Commission.
Chicago Urban League Works to Combat High Youth Unemployment
Summer in Chicago means outdoor festivals, al fresco dining, roof top bars and loads of fun for the entire family. It also means more youth on the streets with no opportunity who become victims or perpetrators of crime.
Chicago State University Shifts Gears Makes Fundraising a Priority
In an effort to prioritize scholarship funds, Chicago State University’s (CSU) held its’ annual fundraiser gala, co-hosted by ABC 7 news anchor Karen Jordan and NBC 5 reporter Christian Farr which raised more than $12,000.00 for students majoring in education at the university.
New Center Improves Health Services for Residents
A very important component to a thriving community is the ability to access quality health care and services. The lack of preventative care and accessibility to doctors and hospitals are silencing members of the black community.
Illinois Service Federal Savings and Loan Acquired by Nduom Family
In 1994, there were 54 black-owned banks in this country, according the FDIC (Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation) and just 22 years later, there are only 21 remaining. These 21 banks have a total of $4.7 billion dollars in assets, but only count as 0.43 % of the $1.1 trillion in black buying power.
Chicago Teens Try Their Hands at Fashion, Jewelry Design, App-building and More
Nearly 1,200 youth and family members from 71 different zip codes registered for a free and unique opportunity held recently at Jones College Prep to sample summer programs offered by 30 Chicago City of Learning (CCOL) partner organizations.
Avon Announces Global Fragrance Partnership with Kenzo Takada
Avon Products, Inc. recently announced a new global partnership with internationally renowned designer Kenzo Takada.
Communities Rally to Save Lives From Prostate Cancer
To end a disease that takes the life of an American man every 20 minutes, Chicago joins 35+ communities across the nation in hosting the ZERO Prostate Cancer Run/Walk.
Mobile Museum Informs Community About Civil Rights
The Martin Luther King Dream Team has created the first ever mobile museum about the civil rights movement in Indiana called the Freedom Bus.
Battle-of-the-Bands helps raise Nearly $20,000
Local Bands Battle to Raise Funds for Lurie Children's Hospital
