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ELECTED OFFICIALS ADDRESS CONSTITUENTS’ MAIL DELIVERY WOES
Recent reports of residents not receiving mail or packages from United States Postal Services led to elected officials hosting listening sessions, with Mack L. Julion, president of National Association of Letter Carriers, Branch 11- Chicago.
Study Explores the Changing Diversity of Law Students Since the Great Recession
Enrollment in law school has declined by 25% over the past decade; there are now more women than men pursuing law; and Asian Americans, once the fastest-growing group in law schools, have experienced the steepest decline in recent years.
Durbin Speaks With FDA Commissioner About COVID-19 Vaccine Development
U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) recently spoke by phone with Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Commissioner Dr. Stephen Hahn about the research and approval process for COVID-19 vaccine candidates under Operation Warp Speed.
50 Fastest-Growing Women-Owned and -Led Companies Honored
The Women Presidents’ Organization (WPO), in collaboration with American Express, recently released the 13th annual ranking of the 50 Fastest-Growing Women-Owned/Led Companies. The companies on this year’s 50 Fastest list span a range of industries, including healthcare, technology, and consulting. From January to December of 2019, the 50 Fastest generated a combined $3.8 billion in revenue and collectively employed more than 17,000 people.
EXPERT TRAVELER LAUNCHES SUSTAINABLE FASHION DESIGN LINE
Karyn Pettigrew created the line, ZoeGoes, a five-piece sustainable capsule collection after a travel experience that helped her see the beauty in packing light. The minimalist, simplistic concept of the collection allows for its wearers a carry-on only option, with pieces made from wrinkle-free fabrics.
57 Local Health Departments to Receive $50 Million to Hire Additional Contact Tracers, 1,600 Tracers Now Online
As the state continues to build out a robust COVID-19 testing and tracing infrastructure, the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) recently announced a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for public health organizations to assist with contact tracing efforts
Fraud Penetrating All State Unemployment Systems
IDES has uncovered and is investigating a widespread fraud scheme that is being conducted nationwide, impacting each state’s federal Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) programs, implemented as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.
New Documentary Explores High Heel Shoes
A 45-minute documentary film from two Atlanta-based independent filmmakers at DocuJourney Productions and Lola Kay Productions explores a popular fashion accessory - high heel shoes.
Sandra J. Evers-Manly Elected to 2020 Class of the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences
The Black Hollywood Education and Resource Center (BHERC) recently announced the election and invitation extended by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) to Sandra J. Evers-Manly, to join the 2020 class of new members. Evers-Manly joins the 2020 class that includes 819 new members.
TARGETED: CITY ORDINANCE SEEKS TO END FLAVORED TOBACCO SALES
A coalition of clergy, medical professionals, community organizers and elected officials have partnered to create and support an ordinance that would end the sale of flavored tobacco products. Among those products on the list are menthol, apple, strawberry and watermelon-flavored tobacco products.
Coronavirus in African Americans and Other People of Color
The coronavirus pandemic is having an impact all over the world, but a disturbing trend is evident in the U.S.: People of color, particularly African Americans, are experiencing more serious illness and death due to COVID-19 than white people.
KELLY INTRODUCES BIPARTISAN LEGISLATION FOCUSED ON PROTECTING SENIORS
Congresswoman Robin Kelly has introduced a bill, H.R. 7699, Protecting Seniors from Emergency Scams Act. The bipartisan legislation directs The Federal Trade Commission to report the number and types of scams targeting seniors during the COVID-19 pandemic to Congress.
Lung Association to donate masks to underserved populations through COVID-19 Action Initiative
As COVID-19 cases continue to increase, states across the nation are issuing orders that require people to wear face masks in public to slow the spread.
GROUPS UNITE TO DECRY GUN VIOLENCE AGAINST CHILDREN
Recent shootings and killings of young children have prompted organizations to host an event to bring awareness to gun violence throughout the city. The Let Our Kids Live event was hosted by the Austin Peoples Action Center, with the goal of bringing people together who are ready to take action and make positive changes.
