SNIPES USA, a leading global sneaker and streetwear retailer, today announced the launch of "Style is in Session," a breakthrough back-to-school campaign featuring comedian and actor Druski. The multi-platform initiative transforms seasonal shopping into must-see entertainment, positioning SNIPES as the ultimate destination where style meets smart deals.
Worship is not limited to the stage; it's carried by the hearts of the people. Stellar Awards–nominated gospel recording artist Jordan G. Welch is redefining the worship experience with The Worship Culture Tour, a transformative two-day gathering that invites participants from all backgrounds to engage in authentic, community-centered worship.
Four baseball fields at Brainerd Park were restored because of a donation from the Richard H. Driehaus Foundation. The community celebrated during a recent ribbon cutting at Brainerd Park, which is located at 246 W. 92nd St. The Driehaus Foundation wanted to fund a project to honor and remember Richard H. Driehaus.
As a child, Danita Patterson dreamed of being on stage and performing. Her parents nurtured her talent and Patterson wanted to do the same for other people through her organization, Destiny Outreach, which she founded in the late 1990s.
Equity and Transformation (EAT) would like to see 25% of the Restore Reinvest, Renew (R3) program funds go towards a permanent, statewide guaranteed income program for those who are formerly incarcerated and impacted by the War on Drugs. The organization is raising awareness and support for a statewide permanent guaranteed income program, and in mid-July set out to knock on more than 3,000 doors on the West side of Chicago and Western Suburbs to engage with members of the community.
David N. Jones founded Lumena Energy in 2020 to address sustainable energy needs. The virtual power plant helps to address energy disparities and infrastructure needs. It manufactures products and those products are implemented within municipalities that work as miniature smart grids, with the goal of making municipalities energy sovereign. Now, Jones wants to create a smart city and has chosen Ford Heights as the site for Project Kandor.
July is National Learn to Sail Month and the Chicago Yacht Club Foundation (CYCF) is giving young people in the city of Chicago more access to Lake Michigan through its programs.
Alzheimer’s Association is excited to introduce AAIC For All — a brand-new extension of the world’s largest and most influential dementia science conference, the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference (AAIC).
The Illinois Secretary of State’s office is awarding over $13 million in grant funding to libraries throughout the Chicago area to ensure access to quality resources and programming for more than 8.5 million residents, Secretary of State and State Librarian Alexi Giannoulias announced.
The Messi Experience World Tour has officially landed in Chicago, marking the start of its highly anticipated U.S. run. The immersive exhibition opened to the public on Friday, July 4, inviting fans to explore Messi's journey through October 2025 in Logan Square.
The WNBA's Chicago Sky announced an innovative partnership with Moonshot, a global leader in countering online threats, to leverage national security technology to keep the team's full roster safe. As the first team in the league to deploy this type of technology, the Chicago Sky is setting the standard for how sports organizations can proactively address online hate, harassment, and abuse targeting athletes.
The YWCA Metropolitan Chicago recently hosted its annual Community Champion Awards, bringing together partners, advocates, and leaders who embody the spirit of justice, equity, and community. The event honored four inspiring individuals whose contributions have meaningfully advanced opportunity, safety, and dignity across Illinois.
Today, Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) announced that $6.3 million in grant funding has been awarded to 36 grantees through three grant programs – the Route 66 Grant Program ($4 million), Tourism Attractions Grant Program ($1.7 million), and Tourism Private Sector Grant Program ($600,000) – as part of the state's continued effort to boost tourism and welcome more visitors to Illinois.
Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Department of Family and Support Services (DFSS) provided an update on the success of Mayor Johnson’s summer youth employment program. As of today, 28,839 young people have been hired through One Summer Chicago (OSC), as employers continue to fill their remaining spots.
Attorney General Kwame Raoul, as part of a coalition of 20 attorneys general, filed an amicus brief in support of a lawsuit against the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for unlawfully terminating the Environmental and Climate Justice Block Grant Program.
Chicago Sister Cities International (CSCI), an initiative of World Business Chicago, proudly announces “The Spirit of Nelson Mandela: Embodying Ubuntu”. This event hosted by the Durban Committee of CSCI will be held in partnership with The DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center on Saturday, July 19th, from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM.
Governor JB Pritzker announced that the newly formed Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery (DBHR) has officially begun operations. Housed in the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS), the new division integrates the former IDHS Division of Substance Use Prevention and Recovery (SUPR) and Division of Mental Health (DMH).
Nourishing Hope, one of Chicago’s leading hunger relief and social service organizations, is proud to partner with the Fortson and Music Education Center (FAME) to support young campers this summer with nutritious daily snack bags. The collaboration, which launched June 16, ensures children in Chicago’s South Loop have the nourishment they need to stay energized and focused during a dynamic, arts-based summer camp experience.
The PGA Jr. Opportunity League in partnership with Project LOVE Chicago is excited to announce the launch of the Junior Golf Summer Camp that will be hosted by Chicago State University.