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Jackson Hails $1.9 Billion Red Line Extension Project Aiding Chicago’s South Side; Applauds Durbin, Duckworth, Chicago-Area House Delegation, and FTA Administrator Fernandez for Facilitating Project
The Red Line Extension (RLE) project entered the engineering phase of the Federal Transit Administration’s (FTA) Capital Investment Grants program. The RLE has a $1.947 billion federal funding commitment from the FTA, which is roughly 50 percent of the project’s cost and one of the largest New Starts awards in the history of the program. This announcement follows a letter from both Illinois Senators and the Members of the Chicago-area delegation sent to the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Office of Management and Budget in February requesting the maximum federal share for which the project was eligible due to its equity components to improve movement and livelihood for Chicago’s South Side — which is partially represented by U.S. Rep. Jonathan L. Jackson (D-IL-01).
CHICAGO NONPROFIT HOSTS 3RD ANNUAL FESTIVAL HIGHLIGHTING AFRICAN CULTURE FOR CITY’S YOUTH
The third annual GhanAgain Music Festival kicks off Saturday morning in the Austin neighborhood. The festival will feature a variety of music including afrobeats, jazz, blues, gospel, hip hop, house, reggae, and spoken word. A variety of food, including Caribbean and Jamaican cuisine, will be available. African art will also be on display and available for purchase.
Disaster Recovery Center Opens to Serve Communities in the Southside of Chicago
A FEMA Disaster Recovery Center will open on Thursday, Sept . 7 in the Pullman area to help residents in nearby Chatham, Avalon Park and surrounding communities in the city of Chicago’s South Side to kickstart their recovery after the June 29 – July 2 storms and flooding.
ALDERMAN COLEMAN LAUNCHES FULL BLOWN INITIATIVE IN TARGETED AREA OF ENGLEWOOD
Alderman Stephanie Coleman is proud to announce the launch of "Operation Clean" in the 16th Ward, in partnership with The Chicago Police Department, at the intersection of 63rd and Artesian in the Chicago Lawn community.
CSU’s Fall 2023 Undergraduate Enrollment Increases Five Percent, New Freshman Student Enrollment Increases 21 Percent to Surpass Pre-Pandemic Levels
Chicago State University, Illinois’ only four-year Predominantly Black Institution (PBI), announced today that its fall 2023 undergraduate enrollment is up five percent compared to last fall. This continues the University’s upward enrollment trend following the implementation of student success strategies focused on improving access to higher education for its applicants.
Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas to help taxpayers seek refunds during Sept. 14 phone bank with ABC 7
Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas and ABC 7 Chicago will host a “Black and Latino Houses Matter” phone bank Thursday, Sept. 14 to help taxpayers discover if they are owed refunds.
Great Lakes Credit Union and Leaders Network Financial Celebrate Successful First Event
Leaders Network Financial, in partnership with Great Lakes Credit Union, is excited to announce the success of their first event in the Austin neighborhood of Chicago. The event, which celebrated their partnership and forthcoming branch, was picked up by every major Chicago newspaper and TV news station.
Chicago CROWNED Gala: An Immersive Celebration of Black Girls' Voices, Cultural Legacy, and Heritage
Girls Like Me Project Inc. is set to host an unforgettable event that not only celebrates the vibrancy of Black girls' voices but also underscores the vital role of storytelling in preserving traditions and fostering a deep connection to heritage. The Chicago CROWNED Gala, presented in partnership with Discover, Black Girl Freedom Fund, and P.E.A.R.L Pledge Fund, will take place on Sunday, September 10, 2023, from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the iconic Discover Freedom Center located at 8560 S. Cottage Grove, in Chicago, IL.
Major Philanthropies Announce Press Forward: A $500-Million Investment in the Future of Local News and Civic Information
On Thursday, the MacArthur Foundation announced the launch of Press Forward, a philanthropy-led, field-influenced initiative to invest $500 million in local journalism, including support for civic media and public-policy development.
GRAN CORAMINO TEQUILA LAUNCHES NEW "CLUB CORAMINO" FILM
Gran Coramino Tequila has launched a new brand campaign with the debut of their anthemic film "Club Coramino," to celebrate their brand mantra, "Hard Work Tastes Different". The ultra-premium tequila brand launched in 2022, founded by comedian, entertainer, and businessman Kevin Hart and 11th generation tequila producer Juan Domingo Beckmann, and created with Global Brand Equities and Proximo Spirits.
Zenni® Optical Launches "Board Certified" Eyewear Collection, Curated for Keke Palmer
Zenni Optical, the world's leading online eyewear retailer, announced the launch of its "Board Certified" collection, curated in partnership with Emmy® Award-winning actress, musician, producer and style icon, Keke Palmer.
Antonice Strickland Named Vice President of Public Relations & Business Development for 98Forward
98Forward, Michigan’s largest Black-owned public relations firm, is pleased to announce the promotion of Antonice Strickland to vice president of public relations and business development. In this position she will play a key leadership role within the agency, driving team and business growth, client experience and company culture. Strickland joined the agency in April 2022.
The Great Exhale™ Unveils a New Logo and Brand Identity
The Great Exhale™, a private membership community created exclusively for Black women, today reveals their new logo and brand identity. The visual identity system represents the core qualities of the company, and evolves the brand in a way that sets it up for longevity.
Danille Taylor, Professor of African American Studies at Clark Atlanta University, Named New Director of University's Historical Art Museum
Clark Atlanta University recently named Danille Taylor, Ph.D., as the Director of its art museum (CAUAM). Taylor is a professor of African American Studies at the University and has served as interim museum director since August 2022. Under her leadership, the museum reopened in October 2022 with three new exhibitions, including "Our Friend Jean, the Early Works of Jean Michele Basquiat," which drew more than 1300 attendees during its week-long run.
