Matteson Mayor Receives 2024 Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award
The Village of Matteson President Sheila Chalmers-Currin was one of three people who received the Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award. The award presentation recently took place at the Swissotel in downtown Chicago.
Moët Hennessy and Beyoncé Knowles-Carter Launch Groundbreaking New Whisky - SirDavis
Beyoncé Knowles-Carter has joined forces with Moët Hennessy, a subsidiary of LVMH, to create SirDavis, a groundbreaking new whisky. The first-of-its-kind joint venture reflects a shared vision between Knowles-Carter and Moët Hennessy, two vanguards of culture and craft, around the future of American whisky.
Bo Jackson Launches Superhero Trading Cards with Athlete Autographs
On July 26, legendary athlete Bo Jackson spoke at a Retailer Appreciation Event in conjunction with the National Sports Collectors Convention in Cleveland, Ohio to officially announce the launch of Bo Jackson Battle Arena, the first trading card game experience to feature on-card autographs, game-used jersey relics, and serialized rarity and "shortprint" frameworks similar to sports cards.
NEW ERA DROPS ITS "FOREVER NEW YORK" FW24 COLLECTION IN COLLABORATION WITH THE NFL
New Era Cap LLC, the international sports and lifestyle brand, announced its FW24 collection featuring the "Forever New York" campaign with the NFL just in time for NFL Kickoff taking place on Sept. 5. Queens native and professional BMX athlete Nigel Sylvester, was tapped to creative direct and curate the fashion-forward looks. Inspired by his roots and connection to the Big Apple, Sylvester's energetic style as a tastemaker at the intersection of sports and fashion brings forth this first of its kind campaign as the creative advisor sourcing talent and overall look of the campaign. All 32 teams in the league are represented in the full apparel line, featuring hats, hoodies and tees including the NY Giants and the NY Jets.
TIME and TIME for Kids Name the 2024 Kid of the Year: 15-Year-Old Scientist Heman Bekele
TIME and TIME for Kids reveal the 2024 Kid of the Year, recognizing one exceptional young person—and five honorees—giving hope for the future.
Andrade Measure Protecting Consumers from AI-based Discrimination Becomes Law
Jobseekers and families applying for loans or credit will be better protected from high-tech discrimination under a new law championed by state Rep. Jaime Andrade, D-Chicago, prohibiting employers from using AI technology to racially profile applicants.
DuPage County ACT-SO Launches an Exciting New Season
DuPage County ACT-SO (Afro-Academic, Cultural, Technological, and Scientific Olympics) is excited to announce the opening of recruitment for the 2024-2025 season, aimed at showcasing the talents of underrepresented students of African descent. The season will officially kick off on Saturday, September 21st, offering students the chance to explore their interests, meet new friends, view past projects, and enjoy live performances.
DuPage County ACT-SO Launches an Exciting New Season of a Comprehensive 7-Month Enrichment Program
DuPage County ACT-SO (Afro-Academic, Cultural, Technological, and Scientific Olympics) is excited to announce the opening of recruitment for the 2024-2025 season, aimed at showcasing the talents of underrepresented students of African descent. The season will officially kick off on Saturday, September 21st, offering students the chance to explore their interests, meet new friends, view past projects, and enjoy live performances.
Illinois to Increase Court Access Through Local Libraries
A new pilot program utilizing the state’s public libraries to improve court access will offer guidance for Illinoisans struggling to navigate the legal system on their own.
MAYOR BRANDON JOHNSON ISSUES REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR THE NONPROFIT CAPACITY BUILDING PROGRAM
Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Chicago Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection (BACP) issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) for Administrator of the Nonprofit Capacity Building Program. Through this RFP, the City will select one organization to serve as the administrator of the Nonprofit Capacity Building Program. This program is fully funded using $3.5 million from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and is part of Mayor Johnson’s Road to Recovery Plan via the Small Business Support initiative.
Grammy Award Winner Fantasia to Light Up the Stage at Chicago Urban League’s 63rd Annual Golden Fellowship Dinner on November 9
On Saturday, Nov. 9, the Chicago Urban League’s 63rd annual Golden Fellowship Dinner will take place in the Skyline Ballroom at McCormick Place, 2301 S. Indiana Avenue. Grammy Award winner and Golden Globe nominated actress and singer Fantasia is set to take the stage as the evening’s performer with an energetic set filled with her chart-topping hits. The League’s signature fundraising gala will also honor longtime nonprofit executive and community leader Dr. Carol L. Adams and Chicago State University President Zaldwaynaka “Z” Scott.
Legislation Assisting Victims of Auto Theft Signed into Law
Legislation enabling victims to replace their license plates and registration stickers at no cost if their vehicle has been stolen was signed into law by Governor JB Pritzker, Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias announced.
Chicago Urban League Welcomes 47 New Fellows to its IMPACT Leadership Development Program
The Chicago Urban League has chosen 47 of the city’s emerging leaders for the 2025 class of its IMPACT Leadership Development Program The intensive nine-month program works with the University of Chicago Booth School of Business to provide Black professionals with the tools and skills needed to take on greater leadership roles in their workplaces and within Chicago’s civic community.
Mayor Brandon Johnson and DCASE Invite Chicagoland Musicians to Audition for the 2024 Chicago Made Music Showcase
Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) in collaboration with Next Showcase USA are pleased to announce open auditions for the 2024 Chicago Made Music Showcase. Chicago Made is a DCASE-operated program that supports local creatives by connecting Chicagoland aspiring artists with the necessary resources to get started and keep going in the music, film and creative industries. The annual Chicago Made Music Showcase invites all Chicagoland musicians to audition for a chance to perform before a panel of industry experts to win networking opportunities, performing opportunities, or even the $10,000 grand prize.
Governor Pritzker Awards $15 Million in Funding for the Job Training and Economic Development Program
Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) announced $15 million in funding for 33 organizations across Illinois for the Job Training and Economic Development Program (JTED). JTED provides workforce training and wrap-around services to help bolster equitable workforce recovery for Illinoisans struggling to gain meaningful employment. As part of Illinois' workforce recovery efforts, JTED grants focus on helping increase employment among workers and industries hardest hit by COVID-19.
Museum brings exhibition on the 35th Southern Heritage Classic tradition
Thursday, Sept. 11, the National Civil Rights Museum will open a new exhibition celebrating over three decades of culture and entertainment centered around a Memphis football favorite. Entitled The Southern Heritage Classic: Celebrating 35 Years of an HBCU Memphis Tradition, the exhibition showcases artifacts, periodicals, and footage from the collection of the founder of the Southern Heritage Classic, Fred Jones, Jr.
Prosperity Now Announces RISE Challenge Award Winners at the 2024 Prosperity Summit
Prosperity Now is excited to announce the winners of the RISE Challenge, a transformative competition designed to empower and uplift entrepreneurs of color by harnessing the power of Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs). The winners were revealed today at the 2024 Prosperity Summit, an event that has gathered over 1,500 experts, advocates, policy makers, and financial executives to envision a more inclusive American economy.
Missing Black Women In Chicago Subject Of Panel Discussion
Missing Black Women in Chicago is the subject of a panel discussion that will take place at the Printers Row Lit Fest. The discussion will feature Jamie Nesbitt Golden of Block HunClub Chicago, Pulitzer Prize winning Journalists trina reynolds-tyler, of Invisible Institute, and Sarah Conway of City Bureau, and Olivia Obineme of Public Narrative.
"Into Action 2024" Empowers And Inspires Voting Through Arts And Culture
A series of cultural events featuring artists, activists and community leaders with the goal of inspiring and empowering people to vote took place in the West Loop. Into Action 2024, which was hosted by Task Force and Drive Agency, featured more than 200 pieces of artwork, "the" performances and conversations from Aug. 17th to 22nd.
