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Rail Merger Would Weigh Heavily on Poor and Black Communities
People of color are no stranger to shouldering more than their fair share of the burdens of modern society. It’s historically been the case. And the last two years – marked by the devastating pandemic, social unrest, including the most recent massacre in Buffalo, N.Y. among other racial injustices – have only underscored the disparate challenges faced by Black and other people of color.
OVER 300 RESIDENTS GATHERED TO WITNESS THE VILLAGE OF LYNWOOD DEDICATE NEW VETERANS MEMORIAL
Jada D. Curry- Mayor of Lynwood, Illinois- was joined by the Lynwood Village Board, Regional Elected Officials and over 200 residents as Lynwood will unveil its all-new Veterans Memorial that honors the many military veterans that have served.
Chicago Center for Arts and Technology Celebrated its 5th Anniversary of providing job training, after school & summer programs for disadvantaged neighborhoods Janice K. Jackson of HOPE Chicago recei
The Chicago Center for Arts and Technology (CHICAT) celebrated its 5th Anniversary recently on May 12, 2022, with the “Looking back…Innovating Forward” Friendraiser! The event hosted by ABC 7’s Hosea Sanders awarded Janice K. Jackson, CEO of HOPE Chicago with the “Innovation in Education Award.”
PASTOR MICHAEL EADDY AND MAJOR RELIGOUS LEADERS TO JOIN TOGETHER FOR A MICHIGAN AVENUE PRAYER WALK
FROM MICHIGAN AVENUE TO UVALDE, TEXAS, BUFFALO, NY TO ORANGE COUNTY GUN VIOLENCE AND MENTAL HEALTH MUST BECOME THE #1 PRIORITY IN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. A coalition of Faith Leaders, Elected Officials, Community Leaders, Cook County residents, and businesspersons will join together in a Michigan Avenue March for Peace in Chicago. The march will kick off at 401 N. Michigan south to Millennium Park Chicago where they will convene a mass demonstration/prayer at the Bean exhibit.
29th Legislative District Representative Thaddeus Jones Receives Endorsement From Personal Pac
Thaddeus Jones- Illinois State Representative of the 29th Legislative District- is expressing his gratitude for recently receiving the endorsement of the Illinois Personal Pac. The announcement comes at a very challenging time as the right to protect women’s reproductive rights have been threatened by members of the United States Supreme Court.
What’s a credit score and why is it important
Your credit score is a number that tells a story of who you are as a customer. The good news is that understanding how it works and monitoring it can help you take control of the story over time
Sigma Beauty Is Serving Your Flawless Flush
Sigma is starting the summer strong with new and beloved shades of blushes, bronzers, and highlighters. These pressed powders are perfectly pigmented for a universally flattering flush of color and glow that lasts all day. Each shade of Blush, Bronzer and Highlighter is a part of Sigma’s Clean Beauty Program, meaning they’re free of harsh chemicals and made with the clean, safe ingredients you and your skin love.
ComEd Awards $280,000 in College Scholarships to 56 Illinois Students Pursuing Futures in Energy
ComEd recently announced it will award $279,500 in scholarships to 56 local students pursuing college coursework in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) and related fields this fall. The new Future of Energy Scholarships are part of ComEd's growing efforts to build a more diverse future energy workforce by removing obstacles for women and minority students pursuing STEM careers.
Inductees Announced For The Black Music and Entertainment Walk of Fame June 2022 Induction
The Black Music and Entertainment Walk of Fame today announced the Inductees for its 2022 Black Music Month Ceremony – to be held on Saturday, June 18th in association with The Home Depot Backyard. The Black Music Month Induction will recognize and honor trailblazing artists, iconic entertainers, and luminaries who have impacted both Black culture and the community at large. The participation of The Home Depot Backyard is in conjunction with their annual Summer Movie Series & Juneteenth Celebration event.
Governor Pritzker Signs Hospital Assessment Program Expansion
On Tuesday, May 17, Governor JB Pritzker signed HB1950, extending and expanding the Hospital Assessment Program through 2026. The legislation helps ensure cash-flow predictability for hospitals, tying greater funding to higher Medicaid utilization to protect safety net hospitals. It also reclassifies certain hospitals to better align with payment and Medicaid needs, as well as offering tax exemptions and waivers to help hospitals recover from the effects of COVID-19.
Op-Ed / Hidden Scars
As Mental Health Awareness Month nears its close, it’s important that everyone who cares about the whole of Chicago and the whole of Illinois pay some extra close attention to the impact mental health and trauma has in underserved, disenfranchised and socio-economically challenged communities.
Knot My Boat Charters Offers Unlimited Access to Luxury on Lake Michigan
Knot My Boat Charters has fully rolled out its unique membership program, which provides access to luxury Lake Michigan boating, with no limit to the number of charters that members can book throughout the season. The company offers memberships and single-use rentals for a fleet of 15 sport and luxury yachts, ranging from 33-foot sport cruisers to 56-foot luxe yachts.
CENSUS BUREAU: ILLINOIS MAY HAVE BEEN UNDERCOUNTED IN 2020 CENSUS
The Census Bureau released new survey data Thursday suggesting the population of Illinois may have been undercounted by nearly 2 percent in the 2020 headcount. That was one of the findings of the Census Bureau’s Post-Enumeration Survey, or PES, something the bureau does after each decennial census to assess the quality of the census data. The results do not change the official population numbers of any state, nor do they affect congressional reapportionment, but they do help guide the bureau in its planning for the next decennial census.
MAYOR LIGHTFOOT, CHICAGO PUBLIC SCHOOLS, CITY, STATE, AND COMMUNITY LEADERS BREAK GROUND ON A NEW ATHLETIC FIELD AT FARRAGUT CAREER ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL
Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot joined City, State, Chicago Public Schools (CPS), and community leaders to break ground on a new turf soccer field at Farragut Career Academy High School. The project is part of a $16.6 million investment in the campus, set to be completed by Fall 2022. The improvements will help ensure Farragut continues to grow and thrive as an educational cornerstone in the Little Village community.
