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EMPLOYEE-OWNED DISPENSARY OPENS ITS DOORS IN MATTESON

Residents, Regional and local officials gathered on Wednesday at the all-new Matteson Lux Leaf Dispensary store for its official grand opening to the public. Lux Leaf is an employee-owned company.

Nicor Gas opens applications for diversity grants to support organizations that promote diversity and inclusive opportunities

Expanding on its commitment to support organizations that address the lack of access to opportunities for those experiencing discrimination based on race, national origin, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, veteran status and physical disabilities, Nicor Gas is announcing $100,000 in funding to support diversity programs.

Rep. Evans Welcomes 2024 Democratic National Convention to Chicago, Illinois

In response to the democratic national party leaders’ announcement to host the 2024 Democratic National Convention in the City of Chicago, Southside resident and State Rep. Marcus C. Evans, Jr. (D-Chicago) joins Governor JB Pritzker, Mayor-Elect Brandon Johnson and other top Illinois leaders in celebrating this great opportunity.

EMPLOYEE-OWNED DISPENSARY TO OPEN ITS DOORS IN MATTESON

(Matteson, Ill) Residents, Regional and local officials will gather at the all-new Matteson Lux Leaf Dispensary store for its official grand opening to the public. Lux Leaf is a full employee-owned company.

The World Natural Hair Show Prepares For Its Most Impactful Event Yet

The World Natural Hair Show returns for its 23rd year this April 22-23 at the Georgia International Convention Center! More than an annual event, The World Natural Hair Show is a cultural movement that continues to positively change society's views of black beauty, cultures and lifestyle. This year's show focuses on the concepts of self-love, confidence and community through educational workshops and panels, awards ceremonies, over 250 vendors and leaders within multicultural beauty, live music and entertainment, and meaningful conversations that uplift and encourage the community.

CHICAGO STATE UNIVERSITY TEACHERS ON STRIKE

Chants of “Equity and Justice at CSU” sounded out on the corner of 95th and King Drive. As trucks passed, they honked their horns in solidarity with the CSU strikers, who were carrying green and white signs and wearing green and white t shirts.

KEM CELEBRATES 20TH ANNIVERSARY OF BEING SIGNED TO MOTOWN

Four-time GRAMMY®-nominated R&B superstar KEM, one of the most distinctive and vital voices in music, commemorates his 20th anniversary of being signed to the Motown label with two new career firsts: the release of his first book, and his first live album. He kicked-off a monthlong celebration this morning with an interview and performance on ABC's "Good Morning America," and tomorrow, he will appear with Tamron Hall on her Emmy Award®-winning daytime talk show "Tamron Hall Show."

REVOLT Appoints 4 Trailblazing Women into Executive Roles

REVOLT, the leading Black-owned independent multimedia company, is excited to announce the appointment of four highly experienced women who have joined its executive team. With this initiative, Dominique Andrews, Donyell Kennedy-McCullough, Nancy Harrison, and Alison Threadgill are elevated into key leadership positions to spearhead the company's culture-driven talent and production initiatives.

PepsiCo and Pensole Lewis College of Business and Design Kick-Off Three-Year Partnership

PepsiCo and Pensole Lewis College of Business and Design celebrate the first step in their three-year partnership to develop Black designers and increase representation in the design industry. PepsiCo is revealing the work from its inaugural program at Pensole Lewis, the first and only Historically Black College or University (HBCU) dedicated to design, which tasked students to create a new student lounge on campus. Designers from the PepsiCo Design & Innovation team and MillerKnoll mentored Pensole Lewis students through the design process, a precursor to how PepsiCo will invest in bringing the winning concept to life this summer with support from MillerKnoll. In addition, PepsiCo teamed up with NBA star Russell Westbrook, who was inspired by the program and shares its mission to create opportunities for the community, to further amplify the effort and unveil the completed lounge on campus.

CHICAGO FOUNDATION FOR WOMEN ANNOUNCES HONOREES OF THE 2023 IMPACT AWARDS, NONPROFIT GRANTS

The Chicago Foundation for Women (CFW) has announced honorees of the 2023 Impact Awards, which recognize top local women leaders who are expanding economic security, ensuring freedom from violence, or enhancing access to health services for women and girls. The event was held at the Harold Washington Library Center.

CHICAGO COMMUNITY LOAN FUND RESOURCES AID COMMUNITY-BASED ORGANIZATIONS IN EXPANSION PLANS

Some top-notch organizations have a viable expansion resource in the Chicago Community Loan Fund (CCLF), which empowers them with cashflow to more effectively leverage existing resources and build capacity.

Scores of students benefit from fundraising efforts of suburban school districts and United Negro College Fund

Seventy-five high school seniors from 12 high schools in Cook County, Kankakee and collar counties will receive scholarships on Wednesday as a result of successful fundraising efforts by a group of suburban school district superintendents and the United Negro College Fund.

Treasurer Frerichs Returns $22.7 Million In Unclaimed Property in March

he Illinois State Treasurer’s Office returned nearly $22.7 million in unclaimed property during March, Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs said.

Landmarks Illinois seeks nominations for 2023 preservation awards

Landmarks Illinois is now accepting nominations for the 2023 Landmarks Illinois Richard H. Driehaus Foundation Preservation Awards. The annual awards program honors outstanding preservation projects in Illinois and/or individuals, organizations and advocacy efforts that demonstrate a strong commitment to protecting the places that are important to the people and communities of Illinois.

IT’S CHICAGOLAND’S OFFICIAL KICKOFF TO SUMMER!

Raging Waves, Illinois’ largest waterpark located at 4000 N. Bridge St. in Yorkville, will open to the public on June 3, featuring a new themed entrance with new convenient mobile ticket redemption, brand new decking and lounge chairs, and additional seating and shade spaces around the park. Celebrating 16 years of delivering family fun for all ages, guests will be able to experience various mega-fun attractions including their signature 32 water slides, a wave pool, three kiddie pool areas, relaxing lazy river, 43 private cabanas, and more. Thrill seekers will be able to experience the six-lane mat racing water slide, aptly named the Aussie Mat Dash. The first Proslide RallyRACER™ in Illinois and one of three in the world, the Aussie Mat Dash can be found at the south end of the park, near The Boomerang, Cyclone and the Hungry Croc Restaurant.