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Instacart and Wellness West Announce Partnership to Tackle Food Insecurity on Chicago’s West Side
Wellness West, a coalition of Chicago’s health and safety-net institutions, and Instacart (Nasdaq: CART), the leading grocery technology company in North America, today announced a new partnership that leverages the scale and convenience of Instacart to help food-insecurity and chronically ill individuals on the West Side of Chicago.
“Davis, Clarke, Jackson, Kelly Establish Congressional Caucus to Support Predominantly Black Institutions”
Representative Danny K. Davis (D-IL), Representative Yvette D. Clarke (D-NY), Representative Jonathan Jackson (D-IL), and Representative Robin Kelly (D-IL) announced the establishment of a new Congressional Caucus focused on educating policymakers and uplifting the needs of Predominantly Black Institutions. The Congressional Predominantly Black Institutions (PBI) Caucus will unite policymakers who share the goal of understanding and advancing policies to support PBIs.
Entrepreneurship powers women’s wealth equity, job creation in Illinois
Women make an average of 84 cents an hour for every dollar paid to men, and women accumulate 32% of the wealth men generate. Pay disparities are pronounced for women who are Black, Native American, Latina and Hispanic, Asian American, as well as women with child and elder care responsibilities.
AMA Urges Vaccination to Protect Public During Respiratory Virus Season
As respiratory virus season begins, the American Medical Association (AMA) is urging everyone who is eligible to get vaccinated against the three main respiratory viruses expected to again circulate this year—influenza, SARS-CoV-2, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). Specifically, the AMA encourages everyone six months and older, including pregnant people, to receive the annual flu and updated COVID-19 vaccines, ideally by the end of October. The AMA also urges older adults to get vaccinated against RSV to prevent severe illness, and encourages families to be aware of the new options available to protect infants during RSV season, including maternal vaccination as well as long-acting monoclonal antibody immunization for infants that reduces the risk of both hospitalizations and health care visits for RSV.
Harper Joins the Celebration of the 2nd Annual Montclare
Representative Sonya Harper (Chicago-D), known for her tireless advocacy for the Englewood community, is delighted to announce her enthusiastic support for the 2nd Annual Montclare Senior Residences of Englewood Walk for Breast Cancer. This remarkable event, initiated by two exceptional residents, Jackie Middlebrook and Betsie Collin, promises to inspire and unite our community for a crucial cause. The 2nd annual walk will take place on October 21st at 11:00 AM, commencing at 6332 S. Green St. This event is a celebration of unity, courage, and hope, and it holds special significance in our community.
RECORD LOTTERY RESULTS BOLSTER MORE EDUCATION FUNDING
As it gears up to celebrate its 50th anniversary next year, the Illinois Lottery is celebrating the highest net income generated in its history, fueled by a historic number of jackpots surpassing $1 billion in Mega Millions and Powerball.
Maverick Entertainment Presents "Women of the Jury"
Maverick Entertainment proudly presents its latest cinematic endeavor, "Women of the Jury," an intense courtroom drama that brings together a steely ensemble of actresses including Erica Pinkett, Drew Sidora, Alexis "Lexxy" Walker, and Angela "Blac Chyna" White. This movie will be available exclusively on Peacock.
Head Omar Bailey launches FCTRY LAb's second shoe the 'FCTRY MOCC'
FCTRY LAb, the venture capital backed footwear innovation lab launches the FCTRY MOCC, a combination of modern design and ancient inspiration.
Castro NYC, a Testament to Timeless Artistry and Fine Jewelry Innovation, Relaunches Under Sir King Castro
Castro NYC, a name synonymous with visionary artistry in the world of fine jewelry, is set to embark on an exhilarating new chapter under the stewardship of Sir King Castro, child of the legendary jewelry designer Terry Castro. The relaunch promises to bring forth a fusion of Terry's unmatched creative legacy and Sir King Castro's fresh perspective, culminating in a collection of awe-inspiring pieces that redefine the boundaries of wearable art.
Northwestern Mutual's Black Founder Accelerator® program celebrates its third year of empowering Black entrepreneurs
Furthering its commitment to championing diversity, equity and inclusion, Northwestern Mutual, in partnership with gener8tor, a nationally ranked startup accelerator, announced this year's fall cohort of five Black-owned tech startups to its Black Founder Accelerator program.
Introducing "The Kaleidoscope: Healthcare in a Diverse America" Podcast with Sheila Thorne, Multicultural Health Expert
Multicultural Healthcare Marketing Group (MHMG) announces the launch of a groundbreaking podcast, "The Kaleidoscope: Healthcare in a Diverse America From Molecule to Market," hosted by Sheila Thorne, President, and CEO of MHMG. This captivating podcast premiered on Thursday, Oct. 12, and will air bi-monthly on Thursdays from 5:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. EDT.
Boston University Names Melissa L. Gilliam 11th President
Boston University announced today that Melissa L. Gilliam, the executive vice president and provost of The Ohio State University, and a distinguished educator, scholar, research scientist, and physician, will be Boston University's 11th president. She will assume the post on July 1, 2024.
Muhammad Ali Center website gets six-figure overhaul
After a year of development and production, the Muhammad Ali Center is proud to unveil the new alicenter.org. This new website is the ultimate source of Muhammad Ali information, and a state-of-the-art hub reflecting the next chapter of the Center. Features of the new site include an in-depth biographical section about Ali and a Learning Hub for educators, as well as the Center’s new membership program.
More than Half of Southland College Prep Senior Class Invited to University of Illinois Salute to Academic Achievement
More than 70 southland College Prep Charter High School seniors—more than half of the senior class—were invited to “Salute to Academic Achievement,” an annual University of Illinois system-wide event which recognizes high-achieving African American, Latino, and Native American high school students, and those from underrepresented Illinois counties.
