SOUR PATCH KIDS® Brand Seeks HBCU Students Who Inspire Transformative Change to Apply for its Fourth Annual Mischief for Change Scholarship
It's time for students to use their mischievous spirit for good! The Mischief for Change scholarship is now live for the 2024-2025 academic year. Funded by the SOUR PATCH KIDS Brand in partnership with Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF), current or prospective students at Historically Black College and Universities (HBCUs) can apply for one of 10 Mischief for Change scholarships.
100 BLACK MEN OF AMERICA, INC. LAUNCHES ITS "REAL MEN VOTE" CAMPAIGN
The nation's largest African American-led mentoring organization, 100 Black Men of America, Inc., announced today the launch of its "Real Men Vote" campaign and 14-city tour. The tour kicked off in Cleveland on April 1st at Premier Barbershop, and this effort is focused on delivering critical voter education and engagement ahead of the 2024 Presidential election.
THE TOP 10 THINGS TO EXPERIENCE AT THE OTHER ART FAIR CHICAGO
Prepare to immerse yourself in a vibrant celebration of emerging artists as The Other Art Fair returns for its 6th Chicago edition at Artifact Events from April 11-14. The Other Art Fair Chicago will feature original works of art from 110+ independent Artists and will kick off with an Opening Night event on Thursday, April 11, Interactive Workshops, Guest Artists, DJ Sets, Art Swap Shop and so much more. Here are the top TEN things to see and do:
8th Annual Chicago Rum Festival Returns with a Focus on Education
The 8th Annual Chicago Rum Fest is back and better than ever, bringing together rum lovers and trade professionals from all over the country on Saturday, April 20, at Logan Square Auditorium (2539 N Kedzie Blvd, Chicago, IL 60647). This year's event promises to be a one-of-a-kind experience, featuring premium rum expressions poured, speaker programing, entertainment, and more.
Cook County Department of Public Health Unveils Graphic Novel Campaign to Raise Awareness About Public Health
Cook County Department of Public Health (CCDPH) has launched a fresh campaign to address an age-old problem: Explaining the role of public health in building healthier communities.
Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs Pushes for Law Allowing Leftover College Savings Funds to Be Used for Retirement Savings
Illinois Treasurer Michael Frerichs urged state lawmakers to approve a bill that would allow parents who don’t use all the money in their Illinois 529 College Savings Accounts (Bright Start and Bright Directions) to roll over the funds into a Roth IRA.
Women in Finance Recap
As part of Women’s History Month, Metropolitan Water Reclamation District Commissioner Eira Corral Sepúlveda celebrated the accomplishments of Women Who Lead by moderating a discussion with women in finance. Commissioner Corral Sepúlveda asked two accomplished leaders to share their career trajectories and advice for the next generation.
Rep. Kelly Presents $850,000 in Federal Funding to Respond Now
On Saturday, March 23, Congresswoman Robin Kelly (IL-02), joined by Cook County Commissioners Donna Miller and Monica Gordon, presented Respond Now with a ceremonial check for $850,000. Respond Now works to alleviate hunger and prevent homelessness for the most at-risk, serving 12,000 clients annually in Chicago’s South Suburbs. Congresswoman Kelly secured this federal funding through the Community Project Funding process in FY2024 appropriations legislation. The $850,000 will go toward Respond Now’s planned Food Pantry Expansion Project, which is designed to give their clients a supermarket experience.
United College Fund, Superintendents’ Commission and Tougaloo College Collaborate to Award 88 College Scholarships to Chicago-Area Students.
A total of eighty-eight students received college scholarships from a partnership of Chicago- area school superintendents, the United Negro College Fund and Tougaloo College, a Mississippi Historically Black College and University (HBCU).
CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF AVIATION GRANTED AUTHORITY TO ACQUIRE STATE-OWNED BUILDING ADJACENT TO MIDWAY INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) will enter into negotiations to acquire the former Army National Guard Midway Armory from the State of Illinois under an ordinance approved by City Council.
The Auditorium Theatre Proudly Presents South Chicago Dance Theatre in New Horizons
Program includes six world premiere performances commissioned by renowned choreographers: by local, national and international choreographers Donald Byrd, Tsai Tsi Hung, Joshua Blake Carter, Monique Haley, Terence Marling and South Chicago Dance Theatre Executive Artistic Director Kia S. Smith
Glenwood Sunday Market returns to Rogers Park for 15th season
The nonprofit Rogers Park Business Alliance (RPBA) is proud to announce the 15th season of its Glenwood Sunday Market (GSM), every Sunday from June 2 to October 27 (closed on June 30 and August 18), from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. The Market will take place in the outdoor Glenwood Alfresco area on the southbound Glenwood Avenue between Morse and Lunt Avenues, to the west of the CTA Red Line Morse stop.
New Data Model Sheds Light on the Depth of America's Arrest and Conviction Records Crisis
In a breakthrough for public policy creation, a new data model unveiled by The Clean Slate Initiative (CSI) offers detailed insights into the crisis of arrest and conviction records in America. The data model powers The CSI Data Dashboard, which presents data visualizations and population estimates for people in the U.S. impacted by arrest and conviction records, with data further broken down by race, ethnicity, sex, and type of record within each state and over time. The CSI Data Dashboard is available at cleanslateinitiative.org/data.
Fifth Circuit Rules Against Unlawful Debt Collections Targeting Hurricane Katrina Survivors
The United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit ruled in favor of Louisiana homeowners Iris Calogero and Margie Randolf. The court reversed a lower court’s ruling that allowed a Louisiana law firm to seek collection of alleged overpayments to homeowners who participated in the Road Home Program. The Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC), along with attorneys Margaret Woodward, Jenny Deasy and Keren Gesund represent the plaintiffs.
Chicago Public Schools Announces 2024-25 Preschool Application Launch
The School Year 2024-25 application opens Tuesday, April 9 for Chicago Public School’s (CPS) free full-day preschool program for four-year-olds and half-day preschool program for three-year-olds. Families can apply via the Chicago Early Learning website and application portal. The aim is to provide better educational and social outcomes for all children, especially those with the greatest needs.
Giannoulias Shines Spotlight on Organ and Tissue Donation
Kicking off National Donate Life Month in April, the Illinois Secretary of State’s office is partnering with Illinois planetariums in conjunction with a national campaign to sign up new organ and tissue donors.
IARSS Survey: Teacher Shortages Persist in Illinois with Disparities, Many Solutions Showing Progress
Seven years after its debut, Illinois’ popular and comprehensive study shows persistent teacher shortages statewide with concerning disparities across the state. Schools also are showing a variety of solutions at the local and state levels are helping them ease the strain on classroom instruction.
Community Blood Center Opens In Beverly
The Community Blood Center has opened a location in Beverly, which is the first one in Chicago, to meet the needs of those local hospitals and those who want to donate blood. It is located at 9920 S. Western.
The House Of Goshen Opens In Flossmoor
The Oasis Hospice & Palliative Care Inc. has opened a new 14,000 square foot facility on 2.24 acres of land in Flossmoor, Ill. House of Goshen, located at 19810 Governors Highway, is a 14-patient inpatient facility.
