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Commissioner Donna Miller Convenes First Meeting of Chicago–Cook County Task Force to Reduce Violence Against Women
Cook County Commissioner Donna Miller helped convene the first meeting of the Chicago–Cook County Task Force to Reduce Violence Against Women, marking a critical step forward in strengthening protections and advancing coordinated solutions for survivors of domestic violence.
Cook County Clerk and Chicago Bears Launch Historic High School Early Voting Program
In partnership with the Chicago Bears organization, the Cook County Clerk’s Office is launching a first-of-its-kind High School Early Voting program, bringing official Early Voting sites to more than 20 suburban high schools across the county at the start of Early Voting for the March 17 Gubernatorial Primary Election.
OWN ANNOUNCES MAXXED OUT: A BOLD NEW FINANCIAL INTERVENTION SERIES PREMIERING JANUARY 10, 2026
OWN dives into the emotional and financial chaos impacting families and friends across America with its bold new series, MAXXED OUT, premiering Saturday, January 10, 2026, at 9:00 PM ET/PT.
Hanna Andersson and Oeuf Launch a Pajama Collaboration Inspired by Quality and Whimsical Design
Hanna Andersson, the children's apparel brand known for its heirloom-quality pajamas and commitment to Championing Childhood, today unveiled a new collaboration with Brooklyn-based design house Oeuf. The partnership brings together two brands celebrated by families and introduces a bedtime collection featuring coordinating pajamas for children and adults paired with Oeuf's iconic alpaca fleece pillows.
A$AP Rocky Partners with Bilt to Drop Exclusive Member Vinyl and Launch "Rent Free" Campaign
Bilt, the rewards program that connects where you live with the places you love, today announced an exclusive collaboration with multi-hyphenated artist, entrepreneur, actor and fashion icon A$AP Rocky to celebrate the release of his long-awaited fourth studio album DON’T BE DUMB arriving January 16. The partnership features a Bilt-exclusive limited edition vinyl designed by Rocky himself, honoring his deep connection to Harlem and New York. The custom vinyl showcases New York-inspired cover art with artistic details that reflect Rocky's roots in the community that shaped him.
Keith Lee Wins Creator of the Year at Inaugural U.S. TikTok Awards
Influencer and food-critic Keith Lee was named Creator of the Year at the first-ever U.S.TikTok Awards, recognizing his impact as one of the platform’s most influential and trusted voices.
100 Black Men of America, Inc. Joins National HOPE AI Initiative to Advance Inclusive Financial and AI Literacy Across Underserved Communities
100 Black Men of America, Inc., the nation's preeminent African American mentoring and leadership development organization, announced its partnership with Operation HOPE's newly launched HOPE AI initiative, a national strategy designed to transform financial literacy and expand equitable access to artificial intelligence education and tools.
The Obama Presidential Center Announces Latest Art Commission, An Expansive Frieze by Artist Theaster Gates
The Obama Foundation announced a major new commission by artist Theaster Gates for the Hadiya Pendleton Atrium at the forthcoming Obama Presidential Center opening in 2026.
ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL CALLS ON META TO REMOVE MISLEADING AI WEIGHT LOSS ADS
Attorney General Kwame Raoul, as part of a bipartisan coalition of 35 attorneys general, called on Meta to better enforce its own policies about pharmaceutical and wellness ads on Instagram and Facebook, and take additional measures to prevent AI-generated weight loss content in ads. These ads are likely to see an uptick during the holiday season and the new year, when conversations around weight loss and appearance tend to increase.
ELEVATE’S FIRST YOUNG-ADULT SOLAR TRAINING PROGRAM EMPOWERS 7 CHICAGOANS TO LAUNCH REWARDING CAREERS IN CLEAN ENERGY, FUEL HEALTHIER COMMUNITIES
Elevate, in partnership with Cultivate Collective, Sesenergi Eco Solutions, and Priority Consulting & Services, celebrated the graduation of seven young adults from its inaugural Young Adult Clean Energy Training Program. The ten-week program equipped graduates aged 18-24 from Chicago’s Southwest Side with the skills they need to succeed in the solar industry by pairing a robust training curriculum with personalized case management and holistic support. In addition to gaining technical expertise and industry-recognized credentials, the graduates developed communication and problem-solving skills that will contribute to their long-term success as professionals.
Cook County Clerk Monica Gordon Highlights First-Year Accomplishments and Officewide Modernization Efforts
Clerk Monica Gordon has released a comprehensive summary of her first-year accomplishments, highlighting significant progress in modernizing operations, strengthening election administration, improving customer service, and expanding access across all divisions of the Clerk’s Office.
HFS to increase funding for Planned Parenthood to protect reproductive healthcare access across Illinois
The Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services (HFS) is investing $4 million in Medicaid family planning programming in order to counteract the federal defunding of Planned Parenthood in Trump’s budget bill (HR1), as Illinois continues to serve as a beacon for protecting reproductive healthcare access nationally.
More than 1,500 seniors walk the red carpet at 42nd annual CHA Senior Gala
For the 42nd year, Chicago Housing Authority seniors gathered to celebrate the season – and themselves – at the CHA Senior Gala.
Illinois State Fair Announces Digital Ticketing for 2026 Season
Following a successful trial in 2025, the Illinois State Fair is transitioning to digital ticketing for 2026. This modernization will provide guests with a more convenient, secure, and streamlined entry process.