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(Family Features) Smartphones, laptops, tablets, wireless, broadband or satellite connections — the amount of technology available to people today is astonishing.

RiRi Introduces Crush by Rihanna

Rihanna announces the debut of Crush by Rihanna, the second fragrance in her namesake RiRi collection.

My brother’s keepers

Data shows that boys and young men of color, regardless of socio-economic background, are disproportionately at risk throughout the journey from their youngest years to college and career.

Veteran political strategist Donna Brazile to give Keynote at 10th Annual Women’s Leadership Conference

The MGM Resorts Foundation is pleased to announce Donna Brazile as a keynote speaker at the 10th annual Women’s Leadership Conference.

Senior ComEd Executive Elected as First Vice Chairman of the American Association of Blacks in Energy

ComEd’s senior vice president of Strategy and Administration, Kevin Brookins was recently elected to serve as first vice chairman of the board of directors of the American Association of Blacks in Energy (AABE).

LG Protects Unsuspecting Shoppers From Counterfeit TONE Bluetooth Stereo Headsets

A federal court granted a restraining order against 22 defendants, barring them from manufacturing, distributing and selling knock-offs of LG Electronics’ popular LG TONE Bluetooth headsets.

Big Changes for Billionaire Apps Mogul and Animation Legend Talking Tom

What Makes a Legend? According to Merriam-Webster’s definition, a legend is “a famous or important person who is known for doing something extremely well.”

Chicago student says Glenwood Academy saved his life

A student from Robbins, Illinois had little hope for his future before moving to the campus of an innovative, Sunday-Friday residential school called Glenwood Academy in the 3rd grade.

Steve Harvey Mentoring Program Reaches Out to Fatherless Young Men

Three-time Daytime Emmy Award winner and television host, two-time best-selling author and celebrated radio host Steve Harvey kicked off his 8th annual Steve Harvey Mentoring Program for Young Men National Camp recently.

Twitter, Inc. Appoints Debra L. Lee to the Board of Directors

BET Chief Executive Offer Appointed Twitter Board of Directors

UNITED FIDELITY BANK TO REOPEN LOBBY OF HALSTED BRANCH

United Fidelity Bank Plans Reopening Celebration For Friday, July 1, 2016

‘Triple Play’ Platform Keeps Kids in Shape

According to the Healthy Chicago report produced by the City of Chicago in 2011, childhood obesity has more than tripled over the past three decades in the United States.

Robin Robinson Sit Down With The Citizen To Discuss Her New Appointment With CPD

Since the release of the LaQuan McDonald video and others like it revealing egregious acts of police misconduct, the Chicago Police Department has been fighting an uphill battle to restore not only the trust of the citizens they are sworn to protect, but to erase a long standing public image of racism and abuse of power exhibited by officers.

Academy at Walt Disney World Resort with Steve Harvey and Essence

Applications Now Open for the Tenth Annual Disney Dreamers

Go Launches World’s First App That Allows You To Shop & Pay For Car Insurance With Apple Pay

Go Launches World’s First App That Allows You To Shop & Pay For Car Insurance With Apple Pay

Interactive One Taps Former Ebony Magazine Editor-in-Chief, Kierna Mayo, as New Senior Vice President of Content and Brands

Interactive One, the definitive digital destination for African American and Millennial audiences, recently announced the hiring of Kierna Mayo as the new Senior Vice President of Content and Brands, effective June 27.

TD Economics: American economy to grow by 1.9 percent in 2016 and 2.1 percent in 2017

The American economy is showing its resilience, bouncing back with gusto after a slow start to the year, according to a new report by TD Economics (www.td.com/economics), an affiliate of TD Bank, America’s Most Convenient Bank®.

Robin Robinson Discusses New Appointment with CPD

Robin Robinson Set Down With The Citizen To Discuss Her New Appointment With CPD

The Africa Channel Recognizes Acts of Human Kindness

The Africa Channel (TAC) announced recently the launch of the Ubuntu Awards.

Bloom Students Recognized for Work on Sticker Design

The City of Chicago Heights Clerk’s Office partnered with Bloom High School’s Art Department for the design of the annual vehicle sticker.