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THE DUSABLE MUSEUM ANNOUNCES 2023 JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION
CHICAGO – In honor of Juneteenth, (June 19, 1865), the day more than 200,000 enslaved African Americans in Confederate states were declared free, The DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center will present a day-long Juneteenth Celebration on Monday, June 19, 2023, from 10:00 AM until 8:00 PM. including activities, performances, and discussions suitable for the entire family
PEPSI® Dig In Partners With Food Reviewer Keith Lee To Help Find the Country's Best Black-Owned Restaurants
Pepsi Dig In, a platform designed to drive access, business growth and awareness for Black-owned restaurants, is kicking off its latest call for submissions for its Restaurant Royalty program with one of social media's most well-known diners: food reviewer Keith Lee who boasts twelve million TikTok followers. Entering its sophomore year, Restaurant Royalty, a program which recognizes the country's best Black-owned restaurants, will tag team with Lee to help transform the lives of Black restaurant owners and their businesses with his posts.
Chicago Public Schools Honors Class of 2023 Chicago Builds Graduates
Chicago Public Schools (CPS) CEO Pedro Martinez honored Chicago Builds graduates today during a celebration with students, families and community members at the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 134. Chicago Builds is an industry-recognized pre-apprenticeship training program where students explore multiple career pathways in the construction industry. In addition to earning their high school diploma, approximately 66 Class of 2023 Chicago Builds graduates earned industry-recognized certifications in electrical, carpentry, heating and cooling (HVAC) and welding. These graduates are among an estimated 14,000 CPS students enrolled in Career and Technical Education (CTE) classes, including 1,000 scholars who explored the District’s Model Pathways Programming in addition to about 7,000 students in Early College STEM High Schools.
Congressman Jonathan Jackson Co-Chairs CBC Special Order Hour Honoring Caribbean American History Month
Congressman Jonathan Jackson presided as co-chair in the Monday, June 5, Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) Special Order Hour, honoring the indelible impact of Caribbean Americans on our nation during Caribbean American History Month. Congressman Jackson delivered two sets of impactful remarks highlighting the historical contributions of Caribbean Americans and the vital role of Haiti during the American Revolution.
NEARLY 50 HIGH SCHOOL GRADS FROM CHICAGO’S SOUTH & WEST SIDES GRANTED $215K IN SCHOLARSHIPS FROM UNION LEAGUE BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS
Capping off the 2022-23 academic year, 49 current and recent high school graduates hailing from Chicago’s South and West sides have received $215,600 (total) in financial scholarships granted by Union League Boys & Girls Clubs, it was announced today. Twenty-four (24) recent high school graduates, in addition to 25 currently enrolled students, representing the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, University of Wisconsin-Madison, Northwestern University, University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign, and Columbia College Chicago, among others, are on the road to success thanks in part to the financial and developmental support provided by the students’ involvement in Union League Boys & Girls Clubs serving the Pilsen, West Town, Humboldt Park, South Lawndale, and Englewood communities, among others.
Gov. Pritzker Announces Appointment of Sanjay Gupta as Secretary of the Illinois Department of Innovation and Technology
Governor JB Pritzker announced today that he has named Sanjay Gupta, a national IT leader with private and public sector experience, to serve as the new Secretary of the Department of Innovation and Technology (DoIT), pending Senate confirmation. Gupta has served in major roles across the public and private sectors, including running the federal government’s pandemic aid portals for small businesses and serving as a board member of the federal Technology Modernization Fund.
9 Illinois Nonprofit Groups Chosen for $175,000 in Charitable Trust Grants
Nine small Illinois nonprofits, including organizations in Chicago, central Illinois and the Metro East, are sharing $175,000 in grant funds through the Charitable Trust Stabilization Program, which is managed by Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs’ office.
ROMAN BANKS TO PLAY MICHAEL JACKSON IN THE FIRST NATIONAL TOUR OF “MJ”
Producers Lia Vollack, John Branca, John McClain, and Broadway In Chicago announced today that Roman Banks (Broadway’s Dear Evan Hansen and “High School Musical: The Musical: The Series”) will play the role of Michael Jackson in the First National Tour of MJ
Chicago Public Schools, Chicago Public Library Launch Literacy Programming for Summer 2023
As the 2022-23 school year comes to an end, Chicago Public Schools (CPS) and the Chicago Public Library (CPL) are reminding students about the many summer reading and literacy programs and resources across the city. The two Chicago organizations offer summer literacy programming for students of all ages at schools and libraries, providing opportunities for students to catch up, accelerate, or develop proactive habits as independent lifelong learners.
BOOTCAMP HELPS PREPARE GIRLS FOR CAREERS AND WORKFORCE
The Ladies of Virtue are gearing up for its Power to the Professional Bootcamp from June 26th to June 30th. The event will take place at Kennicott Park, located at 4434 S. Lake Park Ave.
REPARATIONS UNITED WANTS EXECUTIVE ORDER FOR REPARATIONS
A national organization with local roots is seeking an Executive Order for Reparations as the push for redress for the impact slavery had on African Americans continues.
NEWLY APPOINTED STATE REPRESENTATIVE TALKS ABOUT HER NEW ROLE
Kimberly Du Buclet was recently appointed 5th District Illinois State Representative on May 13th. Previously, she was on the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District Board of Commissioners.
SOCIAL IMPACT ORGANIZATION SETS OUT TO IMPACT LIVES
Loriel Alegrete, Co- Founder and CEO of 40 Tons Brand, knows all too well the impact of incarceration because of cannabis can have on a family.
Performer James Harkness talks about Cabaret ZaZou
On the 14th Floor of the Cambria Hotel is Cabaret Zazou, a show that is unlike anything in Chicago. It recently had its 200th show. James Harkness describes Cabaret ZaZou as a fully expressive feast for the senses. Guests are served a full course dinner, while being entertained by singing, dancing, comedy, as well as top notch Cirque acts.