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Esperanza Community Services Continues To Help Children And Families
Esperanza Community Services was founded in 1969 to provide children with developmental disabilities access to quality education. With limited options at the time, a group of parents understood the importance of that kind of access to help their children thrive. They decided to create spaces rooted in inclusion, dignity and possibility. More than 50 years later, Esperanza Community Services continues to empower people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, in order to help them lead fulfilling, independent lives, with a strong focus on Spanish speaking communities.
Company Provides Technological Support To Seniors
Generation Connect was founded in October 2020, as a capstone project while Candace Walker was pursuing her master’s degree from the University of Southern California. Originally, it was designed to be an in-person service where teens could provide support to seasoned adults, the services would include lawn care, pet care and some technological support. Seeing a need to pivot, Walker decided that Generation Connect should focus on virtual technology support, in an effort to also combat the loneliness and isolation people were feeling during the COVID-19 pandemic. What resulted was a company that was able to scale to provide nationwide service.
Content Creator Connects Entrepreneurs And Creatives Through Networking Event
Jordan Sweet has built an audience as a content creator, and he is using his platform to highlight people and places in the community. As a multihyphenate, Sweet has been able to bridge the gap between the community and businesses and telling impactful stories.
Cook County Public Health: Don't Let Your Guard Down Against West Nile Virus
Cook County Department of Public Health is urging residents to stay vigilant and take precautions against mosquitoes, which carry the potentially deadly West Nile virus. The risk of human West Nile virus infection remains high in suburban Cook County.
Black Bench Chicago Welcomes 30 Emerging Leaders into 3rd Cohort
Black Bench Chicago is proud to announce that 30 dynamic young leaders have been selected to join the organization’s 3rd cohort. These individuals come from every corner of the city, bringing with them a wide range of experience in business, community engagement, and public service.
EAGLES LEGEND BRANDON GRAHAM IS BACK IN THE GAME -- PARTNERING WITH FIRSTRUST BANK TO GIVE LOCAL BUSINESSES THE EDGE
Brandon Graham may have hung up his cleats, but he isn't done making big plays for Philadelphia. The legendary Eagles defensive player and two-time Super Bowl Champion is teaming up with Firstrust Bank, Philadelphia's Hometown Bank® and the Official Bank of the Philadelphia Eagles, this NFL season.
Rock Legend Lenny Kravitz to Headline the 2025 Bahamas Culinary & Arts Festival Presented by Baha Mar
Baha Mar, the leading resort destination in the Caribbean, is proud to announce 4-time GRAMMY® Award-winning writer, producer, multi-instrumentalist, around multi-hyphenate icon and proud Bahamian Lenny Kravitz as this year's headline performer for The 2025 Bahamas Culinary & Arts Festival. The highly anticipated celebration of world-class culinary talent and Caribbean artistic expression will take place Wednesday, October 22 through Sunday, October 26 at Baha Mar. The festival will feature an impressive roster of world-renowned chefs alongside the celebrated FUZE Caribbean Art Fair.
SHEAMOISTURE HONORS BLACK BEAUTY WITH "YES, AND" CAMPAIGN STARRING SERENA PAGE
Being that girl is easy when you defy the rules, set the tone, and embrace endless possibilities. SheaMoisture proclaims: Own every version of you, in its new "Yes, And" anthem video, the latest content piece in the rollout of the larger brand campaign that celebrates the versatility of Black beauty and the expression of every facet of identity, while ushering in a new era for the brand.
The Realities of Working Motherhood in 2025 -- and What Needs to Change
As parents prepare for the chaos of back-to-school season, millions of working mothers are juggling even more behind the scenes — from tight schedules and childcare logistics to long-standing challenges in workplace support. That's why Mediaplanet is proud to launch the "Empowering Working Moms" campaign, an initiative aimed at elevating the voices of working mothers and the allies who are transforming how they're supported in the workplace and beyond.
National Black MBA Association Announces Powerhouse Lineup for TRANSFORM 2025: Ashley Etienne, Killer Mike, and Tech Innovators to Headline Premier Event
The National Black MBA Association® (NBMBAA®) is thrilled to announce a compelling roster of speakers and events for its 47th Annual Conference & Career Exposition, "TRANSFORM 2025," which will take place from Sept. 24-27. This year's transformative three-day experience is set to inspire and empower thousands of underrepresented professionals, executives, entrepreneurs, and students, offering unparalleled networking opportunities, thought leadership, and career advancement.
Givebutter Supports Black Philanthropy Month to Help Nonprofits Bridge Gaps in Funding for Black-Led Organizations
In the United States, only 1.3% of all philanthropic funding goes to Black communities, down from an all-time high of nearly 2% in 2020, when a national reckoning on racial justice spurred increased commitments to equity. Since then, shifting policies and changing attitudes toward diversity and inclusion have created new barriers for nonprofits working to uplift and empower Black communities.
ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL SECURES FULL RELIEF FOR ILLINOIS SCHOOLS IN LAWSUIT CHALLENGING WITHHOLDING OF EDUCATIONAL FUNDING
Attorney General Kwame Raoul announced an agreement requiring the Trump administration to release, no later than Oct. 3, the full balance of around $219 million in education funds owed to Illinois. The money supports critical programs, including after-school enrichment, workforce development and instruction for students learning English.
KAMALA HARRIS ANNOUNCES 15-CITY BOOK TOUR FOR 107 DAYS
Former Vice President Kamala Harris will embark on a 15-city book tour in conjunction with the release of 107 DAYS (on sale September 23, 2025; published by Simon & Schuster), including a stop in Chicago at The Auditorium, 50 E. Ida B. Wells Drive, Saturday, October 11, 2025.
Giannoulias Partners with IEPA to Pilot Emissions Mobile at DMV to Address Decade-Long Need for Chicago Residents
As part of the continued push to meet residents where they are and have services fit into their busy schedules, Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias has partnered with the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) to re-establish new vehicle emissions testing locations for residents within the City of Chicago.
