Cook County Commissioner Monica Gordon Honors 5th District Unsung Heroin for Women's History Month
Women's History Month is a time to recognize the many women who make contributions to society, past and present. In Cook County, they are called "unsung heroines."
Spiritual Coach Wants People To Get In Alignment With Their Spirit
Rita Ricks has been a spiritual business coach since the mid 2000’s. She started out as a teacher, then a trainer and decided she wanted to spend more one-on-one time with people. Ricks has written a book called #Just for Today.
Author and Girls Advocate Wants People To “Move Beyond The Block”
LaKeisha Gray-Sewell released “Move Beyond the Block” in 2018. Since it was released, the book has sold more than 400 copies. Gray-Sewell wants the book to be a learning tool.
Bronzeville The Subject Of New Musical From Local Theatre Company
The Madhi Theatre Company is reviving “Bronzeville The Musical.” The show will take place from April 5th through 14th at the Studebaker Theater Performing Arts Center, located at 410 S. Michigan Ave.
Food Incubator Program Aims To Help Early Stage Food Entrepreneurs
Owners of Momentum Coffee, Nikki Bravo and Tracey Powell, have partnered with BUILD Chicago for a program that is meant to help businesses thrive. The Build Momentum Food Incubator is designed for early-stage food businesses.
Students Hear From Black Women Lawyers
Corporate Counsel Women of Color, Chicago State University and Chicago State Foundation hosted the My Life as a Lawyer Pre-Law Tour on Tuesday, March 12.
Lightford passes measure to create new early childhood agency
Senate Majority Leader Kimberly A. Lightford passed a measure Wednesday to create a new state agency – the Department of early Childhood – to streamline the administration of early childhood education care programs and services.
Author Ro Smith Announces Debut of her Highly Anticipated Fantasy Adventure 'Journey of a Lost Oxa'
Author Ro Smith is thrilled to announce the debut of her newest book, 'Journey of a Lost Oxa.' Smith is an adventurer at heart who traversed to the pinnacle of Cape Town's Table Top Mountain and even ventured to the Serengeti and to Zambia, walking side by side with wild animals and enjoying the freedom and excitement of the journeys. As a professional, she has served as an Air Force Military Police Officer, social worker, and teacher. Now, she is also an author who has penned several titles.
Rucker Roots Elevates Natural Hair Care Availability in Select Walmart Stores
Rucker Roots, a leader in natural and effective hair care solutions, is thrilled to announce its debut in select Walmart stores across the United States. This launch marks a significant milestone for Rucker Roots, introducing its beloved product line to Walmart customers and highlighting a shared commitment to offering superior hair care options. This initiative is set to bring the brand's acclaimed products to a broader audience, featuring the same trusted formulations that customers have come to love.
Chicago White Sox Team Physician Warns Baseball Parents to Beware of Overuse Injury Epidemic
Dr. Mark Cohen, hand, wrist and elbow surgeon at Midwest Orthopaedics at RUSH, and an official team physician for the Chicago White Sox, wants to warn parents about the epidemic he is seeing in his practice: youth baseball players experiencing overuse injuries in greater numbers. These injuries can range from arm pain to a torn ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) in the elbow. Some of these injuries require surgery, including UCL repair, also called 'Tommy John' surgery.
United Airlines Names Rosalind Brewer to Board of Directors
United Airlines Holdings, Inc. (UAL) announced that Rosalind (Roz) Brewer is joining its Board of Directors. Brewer is an influential leader with CEO experience, repeatedly recognized by Fortune and Forbes among their "Most Powerful Women in Business."
ARENA STAGE HONORS U.S. SUPREME COURT JUSTICE KETANJI BROWN JACKSON WITH THE AMERICAN VOICE AWARD
Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater presented the American Voice Award to Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson on Thursday, Feb. 22, as part of the Opening Night celebration for the world premiere of Kia Corthron's Tempestuous Elements.
APPLICATIONS FOR PROPERTY TAX SAVINGS ARE NOW AVAILABLE
Cook County Assessor Fritz Kaegi announces that property tax–saving exemptions applications for the 2023 tax year are now available online. Exemptions are savings that contribute to lowering a homeowner’s property tax bill. The most common is the Homeowner Exemption, which saves a property owner an average of $950 dollars each year.
MAYOR BRANDON JOHNSON AND THE CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING ANNOUNCE 2023 LOW-INCOME HOUSING TAX CREDIT AWARDEES
Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Chicago Department of Housing (DOH) are pleased to announce the selected thirteen Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) developments to be funded through the 2023 Qualified Allocation Plan (QAP). The chosen developments exemplify DOH's dedication to expanding access and choice for residents, ensuring Chicagoans’ right to quality, affordable, safe, and healthy homes.
