ILLINOIS PRESS ASSOCIATION ANNOUNCES ANNUAL ADVERTISING WINNERS
The News-Gazette of Champaign emerged as the top daily newspaper for advertising awards at the Illinois Press Association’s annual convention Thursday at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel in Bloomington. The Cass County Star-Gazette of Beardstown was crowned the top non-daily newspaper.
EQUAL HOPE PRESENTS 16TH ANNUAL CELEBRATING LIFE GALA, JUNE 20
Equal Hope will hold its 16th Annual Celebrating Life Gala June 20, from 5:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. CST, at The Geraghty, located at 2520 S. Hoyne Ave, Chicago, IL 60608.
Advocate Trinity Hospital only Chicagoland Hospital Named to U.S. News ‘Best Regional Hospital for Equitable Access’ List
U.S. News & World Report today announced that Advocate Trinity Hospital made its inaugural list of “Best Regional Hospitals” caring for patients in historically underserved communities. The South Side hospital, located at 2320 E. 93rd St., is the only Chicago area hospital to receive this prestigious recognition.
Leader Lightford to set high school students up for financial success
Senate Majority Leader Kimberly A. Lightford championed a measure to require high school students to learn financial literacy.
Giannoulias Announces Teen Summer DMV Program
For the first time ever, the Illinois Secretary of State’s office is dedicating DMV services exclusively for teen drivers every Saturday during the summer at select facilities, Secretary Alexi Giannoulias announced recently.
Chicago Public Schools Celebrates the Start of Summer with Programming
Chicago Public Schools (CPS) students, staff, and parents will conclude another record-breaking school year on June 6. This year, CPS elementary students received national recognition for posting academic growth in reading and math and the Class of 2024 earned more than 55,000 hours of college credit and more than a billion dollars in scholarships to date. The District is now opening registration for a robust array of summer enrichment, transition, and partner programming opportunities that will help students continue learning, exploring their interests, and enjoying time with each other until school resumes on August 26.
Casten, Durbin Introduce Legislation to Eliminate Demand Response Opt-Out
U.S. Congressman Sean Casten (D-IL) and Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) introduced the Responsive Energy Demand Unlocks Clean Energy (REDUCE) Act, legislation that would allow consumers to sell their energy use reduction into federal wholesale electricity markets by eliminating the “Opt Out” currently employed by 13 states that fully or partially ban “aggregated demand response” from these markets.
Illinois Labor and Human Rights Leaders Applaud Passage of the Illinois Worker Freedom of Speech Act (SB3649)
Recently, the Illinois General Assembly passed legislation to protect workers from unwanted or offensive political and religious speech unrelated to job performance. If signed, Illinois would be the 8th state to enact legislation with these protections. The bill had the support of a diverse group of stakeholders, including the Illinois AFL-CIO, Chicago Federation of Labor, Equality Illinois, Planned Parenthood, Citizen Action, Women Employed, Shriver Center on Poverty Law, and Raise the Floor Alliance.
Project Outreach and Prevention (POP) on Youth Violence 5K Walk/Run for Peace and Community Health Fair at Marquette Park Miller Beach
Dr. Michael McGee, founder of Project Outreach and Prevention (POP) on Youth Violence and Positive Approach to Teen Health (PATH), announced today that the organization will be hosting a 5K Walk/Run for Peace and Community Health Fair on Saturday June 8, 2024 – 8am to 1pm at Marquette Park’s Miller Beach, located at the Indiana Dunes National Park, 860 N. Lake Street, Gary, IN 46403.
Illinois Farm Bureau and Illinois Press Foundation award grants to 16 school journalism programs
Illinois Farm Bureau and the Illinois Press Foundation today announce the awarding of grants to 16 high school journalism efforts throughout the state. The awards are part of the Illinois High School Journalism Grants Program offered by the Illinois Press Foundation and financially sponsored for a fourth consecutive year by Illinois Farm Bureau.
Chicago Natives capture the Vibrant History of Bronzeville
Two brothers recently launched Time Machine Bronzeville, a desktop application that gives users an immersive journey through the rich history of this South Side community between 1920 and 1940. Developed by Bronzeville natives Donald and Philip Jones, Time Machine Bronzeville (TMB) brings to life the stories, cityscape, and legends of this neighborhood during pivotal moments in history.
Vegas Doubles Down on Las Vegas Aces with Sponsorship for Every Active Player
The champion players of the Las Vegas Aces are getting a cash boost, direct from Vegas. The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) announced that it will sponsor each player on the team, resulting in a first-of-its-kind, two-year sponsorship.
She Owns It She Biz Conference Celebrates Its Third Year
The She Owns It She Biz Conference returned for its third consecutive year, continuing its mission created and produced by Black Women and supported by Black men. Everyone is welcome to empower Black women through purpose-driven workshops, panels, Q&A Sessions, and professional resources. The conference was a resounding success, welcoming attendees of all backgrounds and, most importantly, receiving substantial support from Black men.
MGM+ SERIES EMPEROR OF OCEAN PARK REVEALS TRAILER & PREMIERE DATE
Premium linear channel and streaming service MGM+ revealed a first-look trailer at the highly anticipated series Emperor of Ocean Park from John Wells and Sherman Payne. Executive produced by Sherman Payne, the series is set to premiere with its first episode on July 14 on MGM+, with new episodes airing on Sundays until September 15. In addition to previously announced stars (Forest Whitaker, Grantham Coleman, Tiffany Mack, Paulina Lule, and more), the first season has also added NAACP Image Award Winner Keith Powers (The Perfect Find, The Tomorrow War, The Uglies), Kelli Simpkins (American Rust, Work in Progress, 61st Street), Keith Kupferer (Ghostlight, Windows, The Dark Knight), and Deanna Reed-Foster (The Shining Girls, Vince Staples Show, Chicago Fire).
Ukrainian heritage and jewellery took centre stage at the “Beyond Time” exhibition by the Strong & Precious Art Foundation
The heritage of Trypillia was reinterpreted at GemGenève, marking the fifth time the Strong and Precious Art Foundation participated in the prestigious international show. Dedicated to highlighting Ukrainian artisans, Strong & Precious embarked on a journey to present “Beyond Time,” its new exhibition in the Designer Village section of the fair. The showcase gathered remarks for its outstanding craftsmanship and thoughtful intertwining of Trypillian culture, contextualized in each piece. The displays attracted attention, artfully juxtaposing ceramics with jewels.
Center for Journalism & Democracy Awards Nearly $200,000 to 10 HBCU Student Newsrooms
The Center for Journalism & Democracy at Howard University will award nearly $200,000 to 10 student newsrooms at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) through its inaugural Newsroom Innovation Challenge. The awards are designed to improve newsroom technology, business operations, audience engagement and reporting at campus newsrooms. The unique program advances the Center’s mission to help prepare HBCU students to become investigative journalists who will hold power accountable and strengthen U.S. democracy.
Chicago Poet Laureate avery r. young Announces Free Workshops and Creative Opportunities for Chicagoans
Chicago Poet Laureate avery r. young, in partnership with the Chicago Public Library (CPL), Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE), and the Poetry Foundation invite Chicagoans to celebrate poetry year-round by participating in upcoming free programming. Central to avery r. young’s multidisciplinary practice as a poet, composer, and educator is a connection to place. To that end, the Chicago Poet Laureate has developed two original programs for Chicagoans to celebrate the ‘Soul of Chicago.’
Chicago Public Schools Celebrates the Start of Summer with Programming
Chicago Public Schools (CPS) students, staff, and parents conclude another record-breaking school year on June 6. This year, CPS elementary students received national recognition for posting academic growth in reading and math and the Class of 2024 earned more than 55,000 hours of college credit and more than a billion dollars in scholarships to date. The District is now opening registration for a robust array of summer enrichment, transition, and partner programming opportunities that will help students continue learning, exploring their interests, and enjoying time with each other until school resumes on August 26.
