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Community’s Voice Shapes Future Leadership
The Chicago Board of Education (Board) has successfully concluded the community engagement phase of its search for the next superintendent/CEO.
City of Chicago Announces Full Schedule for 2025 Taste of Chicago, Including Grant Park and Neighborhood Celebrations
Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) are proud to announce the return of Taste of Chicago, the city’s signature food and music festival, with a dynamic lineup of events across Chicago neighborhoods and a grand finale in Grant Park, Sept. 5–7, 2025. All events are free admission and open to the public.
Black Ensemble Theater extends That's What Friends Are For: Gladys, Dionne and Patti
Black Ensemble Theater’s Founder and CEO Jackie Taylor announces That's What Friends Are For: Gladys, Dionne and Patti, a musical celebration of sisterhood, soul, and legendary voices written and directed by Producing Managing Director Daryl D. Brooks. The production has been extended through August 10, at the Black Ensemble Theater Cultural Center, 4450 N. Clark Street in Chicago.
Chicago Board of Education Appoints 2025–2026 Honorary Student Board Member
The Chicago Board of Education (Board) has named Destiny Singleton, a rising senior from Ogden International High School as its 2025-2026 Honorary Student Board Member (HSBM). She succeeds Carolina Carchi, a recent Roberto Clemente Community Academy graduate.
The IBUKUN Hip Hop Art & Culture Fest Is Coming to Chicago
This summer, Chicago will experience a powerful celebration of culture, creativity, and community healing as the IBUKUN Hip Hop Art & Culture Fest takes over the Zhou B Art Center (1029 W. 35th Street, Chicago) on Saturday, July 26, 2025 from 3:00pm - 8:00pm. The event is hosted by Ibukun Comprehensive Community Services and is more than a cultural event, this all-day festival is also a fundraiser dedicated to supporting mental health services for disadvantaged youth, families, and underserved communities across the city.
Famous Amos Recognizes 3 Emerging Black-Owned Enterprises with $50,000 Business Awards
Famous Amos, in partnership with the U.S. Black Chambers, Inc (USBC), has announced the winners of its fifth annual Ingredients for Success Entrepreneurs Initiative (IFS). IFS supports pathways for early-stage Black business owners to thrive by providing $50,000 to three organizations each, in addition to mentorship, networking and educational resources.
ALL ARTS Premieres The Darkroom MCs
ALL ARTS the streaming platform and TV channel dedicated to the arts, will premiere The Darkroom MCs, a five-part documentary series created, directed, produced and co-hosted by photographers Russell Frederick and Anderson Zaca. Episodes will debut Wednesdays through July 16 on the ALL ARTS website, YouTube channel and free streaming app. Broadcast airdates will be announced at a later date.
Super Bowl Champion Willie Colon Drives Discovery at 2025 Annual Lupus Research Alliance Golf Fundraiser
The Lupus Research Alliance, the world's largest private funder of lupus research, partnered with Super Bowl Champion and current Fox Sports 1 co-host Willie Colon on the 11th Annual Willie Colon Golf Outing – raising an incredible $450,000 for lupus research.
Bronzeville Summer Nights Highlights Community And Promotes Business Corridor
The Quad Communities Development Corporation (QCDC) is set to host its Bronzeville Summer Nights. The first event will take place from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, July 11th.
Mental Health Services For Men Are Important And Accessible
While June was Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month, the topic of men’s mental health is one that should be considered all year round. Mental health is a part of overall health.
Modular Homes Pilot Program Will Bring New Homes To Chicago Heights
Cook County and Inherentance recently hosted a ribbon cutting for two homes in the Humboldt Park neighborhood. These two homes are part of a $12 million housing pilot program that will bring 120 new modular homes to Chicago Heights, Proviso Township and Humboldt Park.
Red Clay Dance Company Continues To Engage The Community
The Red Clay Dance Company is gearing up for its 17th season in September. Founding Artistic Director and CEO Vershawn Sanders-Ward is encouraging community members to take advantage of the dance classes that are available at the Red Clay Dance Company Center for Excellence, which is located at 808 E. 63rd St. Red Clay Dance Company offers dance classes in the beginner and intermediate/advanced levels in Afro-Contemporary and Jazz Funk.
UCAN Scholarship Recipient Is Recognized For His Work In The Community
Robert Benson II has always been around UCAN. His mother worked with Safe Passage and his father worked in the office. While there with his parents, he was exposed to the programs and services that are available. He realized that the programs provided necessary resources and services. He ended up participating in the Violence Intervention and Prevention Program, which helps young people thrive in a safe environment while empowering them to fulfill their potential as future leaders.
WORKING WITH OUR CORPORATE AND COMMUNITY PARTNERS
At the Alzheimer's Association, we believe that engaging diverse perspectives is critical to achieving health equity — meaning that all communities have a fair and just opportunity for early diagnosis and access to risk reduction and quality care. Historically marginalized communities are disproportionately impacted by Alzheimer’s and dementia, and yet are less likely to be diagnosed; less likely to be recruited to participate in research; and less likely to have access to care and support services. This is unacceptable and must change.
