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Black Woman Launches Luxury Furniture Brand
Brooke Sharpton started Almond Wind after trying to find a sofa for herself but not being able to find anything that truly reflected her aesthetic. She had just bought a home and wanted to find something that resonated with her, brand wise and design wise.
DISAPPOINTED SNAP RECIPIENTS TO TURN OUT IN HUGE NUMBERS TO RECEIVE MUCH NEEDED SUPPORT PRIOR TO HOLIDAYS
Stephanie Coleman – Alderwoman of Chicago’s 16th Ward- will be joined by 3rd Ward Alderman Pat Dowell, community leaders, elected officials, and Go Green Community Fresh Market executives in an emergency response to the recent shutdown of the federally funded SNAP program. Alderman Coleman, along with the team from the Christmas in the Wards Organization, will distribute a $50 gift card for GO Green Community Fresh Market customers beginning at 10:00 AM on Saturday, November 1st, 2025.
SNAP RECIPIENTS AND OTHERS TO RESPOND TO RICH TOWNSHIP SUPERVISOR AND COOK COUNTY COMMISSIONER'S OLIVE BRANCH AND WILL RECEIVE MUCH NEEDED FOOD AHEAD OF SNAP DEADLINE
Rich Township Supervisor Calvin Jordan and Cook County Commissioner Kisha McCaskill will lead a mass group of volunteers and staffers in distributing food to hundreds and possibly well over 1000 residents who most are dependent upon the SNAP program. The giveaway will be held at the Rich Township Food Pantry .
Viral TikTok Creator Reesa Teesa Reclaims Her Power in a New Book Deal
Storehouse Voices, an imprint within the Crown Publishing Group (a division of Penguin Random House) announced the acquisition of storyteller and viral social content creator Tareasa "Reesa Teesa" Johnson's What (TF) Do I Do Now? dubbed "not just a memoir, it's a survival guide." Johnson is represented by CAA who negotiated the deal.
TUBI ANNOUNCES ROSEMARY IDISI AS WINNER OF STUBIOS GREENLIGHT CONTEST
Tubi (www.tubi.tv), Fox Corporation’s (NASDAQ: FOXA, FOX) ad-supported streaming service, announced actress, writer, and producer Rosemary Idisi as the winner of its first-ever Stubios Greenlight Contest. Idisi’s original horror/thriller, GLAMPING, is slated to premiere as a Tubi Original. Idisi was selected from a competitive pool of finalists and received the highest fan support during the program’s beta phase, reflecting the growing demand for authentic, underrepresented voices in film and TV.
BULLS REMIX FAN FAVORITES WITH 2025-26 CITY EDITION UNIFORM AND RETAIL COLLECTION
The Chicago Bulls unveiled the team’s 2025-26 Nike NBA City Edition uniforms and retail collection, presented by motorola razr. The designs took inspiration from the fan-favorite Bulls’ 2017-18 City Edition uniform, which was also the first in team history.
Chicago Thanksgiving Parade Returns for Its 91st Year -- A Dazzling Celebration of Culture, Music & Community
The beloved Chicago Thanksgiving Parade returns for its 91st year on Thursday, November 27, 2025, from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. CST, traveling north along Chicago's iconic State Street from Ida B. Wells Drive to Randolph Street. This free, family-friendly holiday tradition promises a spectacular morning of floats, marching bands, cultural performances, equestrian units, and more — all brought to life by local, national, and international talent.
LET IT BE US ANNOUNCES HOLIDAY TOY DRIVE AND GINGERBREAD FUNDRAISER IN SUPPORT OF CHILDREN IN FOSTER CARE AND THOSE AWAITING ADOPTION ACROSS ILLINOIS
Let It Be Us, a licensed child welfare agency and trusted leader in adoption and foster care innovation, will host two holiday initiatives to benefit children in foster care and those awaiting across Illinois. Already a statewide leader in adoption reform, Let It Be Us continues to enhance the visibility, accessibility, and support systems surrounding the adoption process. As part of its mission, the organization utilizes and manages the Illinois Adoption Listing Service and The Heart Gallery of Illinois, providing caseworkers and prospective families with an interactive, user-friendly platform highlighting children and teens awaiting permanent, loving families. Through this system, families can view profiles, learn about each child’s unique story and interests, and take the first step toward adoption.
George M. Pullman Educational Foundation Receives $10 Million from MacKenzie Scott to Advance 75-Year Legacy of College Access for Cook County High School Students
The George M. Pullman Educational Foundation (GPEF), a nonprofit dedicated to advancing access to higher education for Cook County students, announced today that philanthropist MacKenzie Scott has awarded the organization a $10 million unrestricted gift. This substantial contribution supports GPEF’s endowment, empowering the Foundation to sustain and expand the vital resources it provides its Pullman Scholars. These include renewable scholarships of up to $40,000 over four years — alongside an array of wrap-around services designed to help ensure students graduate on time with little or no debt.
Illinois Poison Center Shares Halloween Safety Tips to Keep Kids Safe from Hidden Hazards
As families prepare to celebrate Halloween, the Illinois Poison Center (IPC) is reminding parents and caregivers about the growing number of accidental poisonings reported during the season, including cases involving dry ice, glow sticks, cosmetics, and occasionally candy.
Illinois Together Against Hate: Building a Roadmap for the Nation
More than 200 people participated in the 2025 Illinois Together Against Hate: Human Rights in Action Conference on Oct. 21 in Champaign, Illinois. The Illinois Department of Human Rights (IDHR), the Illinois Commission on Discrimination and Hate Crimes (CDHC), and the City of Champaign’s Equity & Engagement Department collaborated efforts to amplify conversations and strengthen partnerships to combat hate.
Illinois Housing Development Authority and LISC Open Applications to Grow the Next Generation of Housing Developers
The Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA) and the Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) announced today that individuals may now apply to be part of the 2026 class of the Next Gen Capacity Building Initiative (Next Gen), a program designed to expand the talent pipeline for emerging developers to gain knowledge in the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) industry. Next Gen equips for-profit and nonprofit developers with critical training, technical assistance, and understanding of financial resources to bring affordable housing to life in communities across Illinois.
Become a roads scholar, get your new Illinois highway map
The Illinois Department of Transportation announced the release of the new Illinois Official Highway Map. The map includes updates to listings and locations of colleges and universities, Amtrak service, tourist attractions, recreational areas – and more! It also commemorates next year’s 100th anniversary of Route 66, with updates that better represent the alignment of the historic road.
Chicago Public Schools Opens ADA Accessible Garden at Southside School
Bees will be buzzing as native flowers, plants, and fruit take root at Southside Occupational Academy, where a fully ADA-accessible garden will serve as an outdoor classroom for students with disabilities.