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‘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
ComEd Invests $963 Million with Diversity-Certified Suppliers in 2022 11-year diverse supplier spend reaches $7.4 billion
As part of its longstanding effort to advance equity in the communities it serves, ComEd spent $963 million, or 43% of its total supply chain spend, with businesses owned by women, people of color and veterans in 2022. This brings its spend with diversity-certified suppliers since 2012 to $7.4 billion. Maintaining its commitment to local investment, ComEd spent $651 million of its total diverse spend last year with Illinois-based suppliers.
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.