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10 Steps to Approach Memory Concerns in Others
When a loved one begins to show signs of memory loss or changes in behavior, it can be difficult to know where to start. Is it simply aging, or something more serious like Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia?
Don’t Forget the Least In Our Midst
Over the months that I have been writing this column, there is one area of planning that I have not identified or stressed enough. This week I have been confronted with the sad outcome of a parent who did not plan for the care and upkeep of their dependent adult child. Simply put, when the parent died, the child is now forced to move into housing for the homeless without the skills required for independent living.
ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL CALLS ON INSTAGRAM TO STRENGTHEN LOCATION PRIVACY
Attorney General Kwame Raoul, as part of a bipartisan coalition of 37 attorneys general, is urging Instagram to make immediate changes to its newly implemented location-sharing feature.
Rainbow PUSH Coalition Hosts Annual Back-to-School Block Party with Over 500 Free Backpacks and Vital Resources for South Side Families and Teachers
PUSH Excel, an initiative of the Rainbow PUSH Coalition, will host its annual Back-to-School Block Party on August 23 at the Rainbow PUSH Headquarters (930 E. 50th St., Chicago, IL 60615). This vibrant community event will offer more than 500 free backpacks, essential school supplies, gift cards to support teachers and access to a wide range of services to help families prepare for the academic year.
Salaam Community Wellness Center to Host Summer Health and Wellness Expo Featuring
Salaam Community Wellness Center is excited to host its 4th annual Integrative Health and Wellness Expo, set for Saturday, August 16, at Salaam Community Wellness Center, 613 E. 67th Street, in Chicago, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The free event is open to the public.
Assessor’s Office approves record number of tax-saving exemptions for seniors and veterans with disabilities
Cook County – The Cook County Assessor’s Office approved a record number of exemptions for seniors and veterans with disabilities in Tax Year 2024, helping tens of thousands of homeowners receive much-needed property tax savings.
Skechers Confirms OG Anunoby Joins Its Roster
Confirming the fan speculation surrounding his headline-grabbing slam dunk in SKX REIGN™ shoes during the 2025 NBA playoffs in May, Skechers officially announces that New York Knicks forward OG Anunoby has joined Team Skechers. In addition to competing in Skechers Basketball footwear, the NBA Champion and defensive powerhouse will appear in the brand’s global marketing campaigns.
Bridging the gap: 5 strategies to address mental health disparities among minority youth
Tanya L. Anderson, MS, LPC, executive director, Youth Villages Georgia shares thoughts on mental health disparities among minority youth.
Sidus Space Appoints Tech Entrepreneur and Global Business Leader Tiffany Norwood to its Board of Directors
Sidus Space (NASDAQ: SIDU), (the “Company” or “Sidus”), an innovative space and defense technology company, today announced the appointment of Tiffany Norwood to its Board of Directors. Norwood is a globally recognized serial entrepreneur and technology pioneer with more than 35 years of experience launching disruptive innovations across the space, telecommunications, digital media, and fintech sectors.
Sarah Jakes Roberts' Woman Evolve and Wells Fargo Launch Mind Your Business Capital Pitch Competition to Fuel Entrepreneurs Nationwide
At the intersection of faith, finance, and the future of entrepreneurial businesses, Sarah Jakes Roberts' Woman Evolve and Wells Fargo unveiled the Mind Your Business Capital Pitch Competition, powered by Wells Fargo. The announcement was made live from the sold-out Mind Your Business Luncheon, a cornerstone experience within the global Woman Evolve 2025 conference (WE25), now underway in Atlanta.
Chicago Fire FC Midfielder Kellyn Acosta to be Featured in “Celebrating Impact”
Audi of America, Major League Soccer (MLS) and The Players’ Tribune announced that Kellyn Acosta of Chicago Fire FC will be featured in the Celebrating Impact content series for his demonstration of excellence in driving progress in his community.
New Secretary of State DMV+ Opens in Champaign
Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias’ office has transformed its Champaign facility into the first DMV+ facility outside of the Chicago area, offering new services and reduced wait times.
One Hope United Opened New Hope Center Kankakee
One Hope United opened its newest location, Hope Center Kankakee, on Wednesday, July 30, with a primary focus on delivering Intensive Placement Stabilization (IPS) services—specialized, trauma-informed support to help stabilize youth in foster care who are at risk of placement disruption.
CAL RIPKEN, SR. FOUNDATION AND EXELON FOUNDATION HOST RIBBON-CUTTING CELEBRATION AT SUNRISE DAY CAMP-CHICAGO STEM CENTER
Inspiring young minds through science — and a little baseball magic — the Cal Ripken, Sr. Foundation, Exelon, the Exelon Foundation, and ComEd, hosted a special celebration for children undergoing cancer treatment. The day began at Sunrise Day Camp–Chicago’s new STEM center followed by a trip to Wrigley Field to see the hometown Cubs host the Baltimore Orioles.