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Alzheimer’s Association to Host Research Symposium Honoring National Family Caregiver Month This November - For Families, Caregivers and Healthcare Professionals
The Alzheimer’s Association Illinois Chapter is hosting a research symposium. This event is dedicated to honoring National Family Caregivers Month, recognizing the vital contributions of caregivers, increasing awareness about their role, and providing valuable information and resources.
CTA’s Red Line Extension (RLE) Project to Receive $100 Million Federal Grant
The Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) announced today that the Red Line Extension Project, which will build a 5.6-mile extension of the Red Line to 130th Street, will receive another $100 million of federal funding, moving the project closer to the CTA’s goal of breaking ground in 2025.
GLCU hits volunteering goal of 3,000 hours for 2023 on CU Kind Day
Great Lakes Credit Union (GLCU) and its Foundation for Financial Empowerment are celebrating a big milestone: As of Oct. 9 – CU Kind Day – team members have dedicated a remarkable 3,000+ volunteer hours in 2023 to various charitable initiatives and community organizations. More than 80% of GLCU employees selflessly donated their time to 100 local organizations that work to directly improve their communities.
COOK COUNTY COMMISSIONER DENNIS DEER WAS JOINED BY FELLOW ELECTED OFFICIALS AND HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONALS IN ADVOCATING AND BRINGING ATTENTION TO DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Dennis Deer-Cook County Board Commissioner of the 2nd District- along with his fellow 2nd District Cook County Mental Health Task force members Congressman Danny K. Davis, Commissioner Tara Stamps, Commissioner Bill Lowry, and other state and local elected officials in hosting a Domestic Violence Awareness Event. The event is being organized to bring awareness and announce new grant funded programs to combat the issue.
Celebration of Life Homegoing Service for Rev. Dr. Lena Mae McLin, Pastor and Legendary Music Educator, Composer and Voice Coach to Many Recording Artists Who Became Stars, to Be Held in Chicago on O
A celebration of life homegoing service will be held for Rev. Dr. Lena Mae McLin, known in the music industry as “the woman who launched a 1000 careers,” on October 21, 2023, at 11: 00 AM, at the United Church of Hyde Park, 1448 E. 53RD St. in Chicago. Dr. McLin died of heart failure on Tuesday, Oct. 3. 2023, at the age of 95 in a hospital in south suburban Harvey.
Biden-Harris Administration Selects 24 Recipients to Receive Nearly $16 Million in Pollution Prevention Grants to Advance Environmental Justice
Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the selection of 24 recipients across the country that will collectively receive nearly $16 million in pollution prevention grants through President Biden’s Investing in America agenda, a key pillar of Bidenomics. The funding, made possible by President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, will support two grant programs for states and state-sponsored colleges to provide businesses with technical assistance to develop and adopt practices that prevent pollution at the source in local communities.
Black Future Co-op Fund invests $2M in 20 Black-led arts and education organizations nurturing Black well-being
The Black Future Co-op Fund, Washington state’s first Black-led philanthropy, today announced $2 million in grants to 20 Black-led organizations, focusing on arts and education, in its third round of statewide funding. These “We See You” grants represent the commitment the Black Future Co-op Fund has to investing in Black-led nonprofits that play an essential role in advancing self-determination, connecting communities, and promoting civic discourse.
MAYOR BRANDON JOHNSON RELEASES ‘THE PEOPLE’S BUDGET,’ A BOLD, BALANCED PLAN FOR FY2024
On Wednesday, Mayor Brandon Johnson released the first budget of his administration for FY2024 in a speech before City staff, departments, community partners, labor and business leaders, and members of the Chicago City Council. The mayor’s budget – and the people’s budget – is a significant step forward towards a future that lifts up disinvested communities, fosters economic vitality, and provides a sense of safety and belonging for all Chicagoans.
OWN’S PREMIERES SIX-PART DOCUSERIES, “REBUILDING BLACK WALL STREET”
Morris Chestnut Set to Host Series Spotlighting a Resilient Tulsa Community Rebuilding Stronger a Century After the 1921 Tulsa Massacre
RAIN-E MAKES HER GRAND DEBUT TO MUSIC WITH ‘BIG SPENDA’
The city of Chicago, and indeed the entire Midwest region of the U.S., have always enjoyed a rich and diverse heritage when it comes to its hard-earned identity as the “mid coast”—the center of the art and culture of Hip-Hop. Ranging from inspired, impactful musical expressions incorporating lyricism, rhyming, deejaying and stage presence, the “second city” is truly second to none as among those who know, as great female rap artists continue to be consistently bred and launched to success from here.
H&M STUDIO CELEBRATES 10 YEARS OF DESIGN FEATURING SCULPTURAL SILHOUETTES AND RICH HUES WITH H&M STUDIO'S A/W23 COLLECTION
A new mood of dark glamour takes hold with H&M Studio's A/W23 collection. Inspired by the thrilling simplicity of classic black, silhouettes channel the stark sophistication of film noir heroines. This collection marks the 10th year of H&M Studio with daring designs that are tailored to perfection. The H&M Studio A/W23 will be available today in select stores in the U.S. and www.hm.com
Karina Brez Launches the Cowgirl LUV Collection, a Tribute to America's Majestic Mountains
A tribute to the untamed spirit of the American West, renowned equestrian jewelry designer Karina Brez unveils her latest signature collection, Cowgirl LUV, an ode to the inspiring mountains and cities that grace the landscape of the USA. The collection pays homage to the rugged beauty of the American West, featuring stackable rings that artfully symbolize various mountain ranges, and a thoughtful double entendre, with each mountain range doubling as a cowgirl name, embodying the spirit of adventure and independence.
New Coalition Addresses Health Equity Challenges through Inclusive Data Collection
The National Minority Quality Forum (NMQF), the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association (BCBSA), and 17 partner organizations announced the formation of the Data Equity Coalition, a new partnership to improve health outcomes through better, more accurate and more representative data on race, ethnicity and language (REL) and sexual orientation and gender identification (SOGI). Developing a standardized approach to this important data can be critical to ensuring everyone in America has an equal opportunity to attain their highest level of health.
PEPSI® Dig In Culinary Residency Program Returns
PEPSI® Dig In, the brand's platform designed to drive access, business growth, and awareness to Black-owned restaurants, returns with its Restaurant Royalty Residency program in Las Vegas, giving restaurant goers a chance to discover every bite is Better With Pepsi and experience a new selection of exclusive dishes from Black-owned restaurants across the country. Following last year's successful partnership with MGM Resorts International, Pepsi Dig In is bringing six new restaurants and their concepts to the company's Fan Districts - popular go-to destinations for fans to rally before and after Allegiant Stadium events - at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino and Luxor Hotel and Casino. For the first time, Esco Restaurant & Tapas from the multi-platinum, Grammy Award®-winning MC 2 Chainz will be featured alongside other renowned concepts.