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Creating a Blueprint for the Next Generation of Black Leaders
In the Black: Changing the Dominant Narrative in the Commercial Real Estate Industry by T. Dallas Smith is now available. The book is published with Forbes Books, the exclusive business book publishing imprint of Forbes, and is available on Amazon today. This release is posted on behalf of Forbes Books (operated by Advantage Media Group under license).
ART ON THE MART KICKS OFF ITS 2023 PROGRAMMING WITH FUNTIME UNICORN: RUBY RIDES THROUGH FOUR SEASONS
ART on THE MART, an innovative digital art project that transforms a Chicago architectural landmark into a larger-than-life canvas, will start its 2023 programming with a new commission by internationally renowned artist Derrick Adams and the return of the popular projection of new work by local Chicago Public Schools (CPS) seniors. Adams’ projection will be on view nightly at 8.30 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. to July 5, 2023. The CPS projection will be on show from April 27 to May 14, 2023, immediately following Adams’.
Chicago Public Schools Teachers Named Yale National Fellows
Six Chicago Public Schools (CPS) teachers have been selected to participate in a national program to strengthen teaching in public schools. Recently recognized as Yale National Fellows, these educators will participate in a series of intensive seminars to develop their leadership and curriculum development skills through the Yale National Initiative. The six CPS educators selected to participate in this professional development initiative are among a select group of only 44 public school teachers from 14 school districts nationwide who will participate in the program.
THE CITY OF CHICAGO AND NASCAR ANNOUNCE TRAFFIC PLAN FOR NASCAR CHICAGO STREET RACE
The City of Chicago and NASCAR officials shared a traffic plan for the NASCAR Chicago Street Race, which takes place July 1–2, 2023. The plan provides an outline for street closures, parking restrictions, and pedestrian routes in and around Grant Park. As Chicago hosts the first-ever cup series street race in NASCAR’s 75-year history, residents and visitors are encouraged to be mindful of the traffic impacts, as well as safety measures in place.
Gov. Pritzker Awards $22.5 Million to Boost Tourism, Support Illinois Festivals and Attractions
Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity (DCEO) joined legislators and leaders in the tourism industry to award $22.5 million in grant funding for 89 projects across Illinois through the Tourism Attractions and Festivals Grant program. Designed to support local festivals and attractions and drive tourism across the state, Illinois increased the funding available from $15 million to $22.5 million in order to support additional attractions. The additional $7.5 million was secured during the Illinois General Assembly legislative session in early January 2023 and the program is funded by the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA).
Property Values for Calumet Township Released
Cook County – Cook County Assessor Fritz Kaegi released the initial assessments of residential and commercial properties in Calumet Township. Property owners can expect to receive their Reassessment Notice in the mail within the week.
Chicago Public Schools Continues Preschool Expansion to Nearly Every City Neighborhood
Chicago Public Schools (CPS) continues to expand early childhood learning opportunities as part of a citywide initiative to ensure every four-year-old child in the city has access to free full-day programming. CPS Chief Education Officer Bogdana Chkoumbova, Commissioner Brandie Knazze of the Department of Family Support and Services (DFSS), and CPS Chief Early Childhood Officer Leslie Mckinily visited preschool classrooms at Arnold Mireles Academy this morning as the early learning application portal opened, making preschool registration available for the 2023-24 school year.
Ag Invest Program Surpasses $1 Billion in Agriculture Lending During Treasurer Michael Frerichs’ Administration
The Illinois State Treasurer’s Ag Invest Program has achieved a new milestone by loaning more than $1 billion to farmers and agriculture professionals across the state, Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs said today. The milestone represents the cumulative amount of Ag Invest loans since Frerichs became state treasurer in 2015.
Walmart Superstore leaves Chatham
On Tuesday, April 11th, Walmart announced that it would close four locations in Chicago on Sunday, April 16th. One of those locations is the Chatham Walmart, located at 8431 S. Stewart. The Walmart Academy is also set to close, along with the Walmart Health Center, which opened in 2020. The pharmacy will remain open for 30 days so that people with prescriptions will have time to move them to another pharmacy.
Mural Unveiled at Blue Island Health Center
When Lorelei Pement set out to create the mural that greets visitors at the Blue Island Health Center, she wanted to make sure the community felt seen, as well as to tell the history of the building and its place within the community.
‘Jagged Little Pill’ actress talks about role in musical
Lauren Chanel saw “Jagged Little Pill” in 2018/2019 on Broadway and knew it was something she wanted to do and something she could do. Now, Chanel is portraying Frankie in the National Tour of the musical.
Diamonds and Lace EventScaping is a Mother-Daughter Affair
Leeta Liddell always had an interest in fashion and parties. She started Diamonds and Lace EventScaping, LLC with her daughter Relana Johnson after training as a wedding planner at her church.
Equity and Transformation wants to build Black equity
A local nonprofit is working to create Black equity through programs that provide financial resources for people who are often left out of most guaranteed income programs. Equity and Transformation in Chicago was founded by Richard Wallace in 2018, with the goal of uplifting the voices of Black people in Chicago who participate in the informal economy – economic activities, enterprises, jobs, and workers that are not regulated or protected by the state.
ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL AND MAYOR-ELECT BRANDON JOHNSON ISSUE STATEMENT FOLLOWING MEETING TO DISCUSS COLLABORATIONS TO ENHANCE PUBLIC SAFETY
Attorney General Kwame Raoul and Mayor-Elect Brandon Johnson issued the following statement after meeting today to discuss how both offices can improve collaborations on a host of issues facing Chicago residents, including public safety, consent decree implementation, gun trafficking and organized retail crime