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JOHN IMAH IN SERGIO HUDSON WHILE ATTENDING THE 2025 MET GALA
SpreeAI is pleased to announce John Imah wore a Custom Double Breasted Lavender Suit with a Hand Embroidered Overcoat inspired by his background in technology and his Nigerian heritage by Sergio Hudson while attending The 2025 Met Gala Celebrating "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 5th, in New York City, New York.
Harlem's Fashion Row Champions Opportunity and Innovation at 7th Annual Designer Retreat
Harlem's Fashion Row (HFR) continued its mission to uplift and amplify underrepresented designers with the launch of its 7th Annual Designer Retreat, held May 6–8, in New York City. Sponsored by NIKE and PVH Corp., the parent company of Calvin Klein and TOMMY HILFIGER, this year's retreat welcomed 75 designers from across the country for an immersive, three-day experience focused on career growth, industry access, and community building.
Livd Expands Support for Black and Brown Women Facing Divorce with New Website, Online Community and Season 2 of Livd Stories Podcast
Divorce can be one of life's most isolating experiences, especially for Black and brown women who often lack access to culturally relevant resources and support. That's why Livd, a multi-platform community, is stepping up to change the narrative. With the launch of its new website and online community, Livd has become a one-stop shop, offering a robust resource hub featuring vetted lawyers, mediators, mental health practitioners, fitness experts, books, helpful apps and more—all designed to empower women as they navigate separation and rebuild their lives with confidence.
Abbott and Real Madrid Kick Off Search to Empower Young Soccer Talent
Abbott (NYSE: ABT) announced the creation of the inaugural 'Abbott Dream Team.' The program will seek out talented soccer players from across the United States and give them a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to travel to Madrid where they will showcase their skills and learn from Real Madrid's legendary coaches. Abbott health experts will provide the athletes with the latest advancements in sports health and nutrition to help them gain a deeper understanding of their bodies and achieve peak performance. Upon returning from Madrid, the 'Abbott Dream Team' members will host health training sessions with Abbott at local soccer and youth organizations to inspire the next generation to embrace healthy habits.
DCEO Invites Filmmakers to Enter Shortcuts Short Film Contest
The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) is encouraging Illinois filmmakers to enter the DCEO Illinois Film Office’s Shortcuts Short Film Contest dedicated to promoting the best short films from Illinois students or residents 22 years old or younger.
PHI Studio Partners with Village of Rosemont to Unveil 'EXP,' Chicagoland's Largest Immersive Experience Destination
PHI Studio, a global pioneer in immersive arts and entertainment, is set to bring the next generation of storytelling to the Midwest with EXP, a groundbreaking new immersive experience development created by the Village of Rosemont.
Amid Budget Cuts, Seven Local Nonprofits Will Receive Transformative Grants Totaling $490,000
At a time when many government-funded programs are being scaled back, seven Chicago nonprofits working on the city’s most urgent issues will receive a combined $490,000 in funding from Impact Grants Chicago, a women-powered collective giving organization.
MAYOR BRANDON JOHNSON ANNOUNCES $7M CITY INVESTMENT TO INCREASE COMPENSATION FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD PROFESSIONALS
Mayor Johnson and the Department of Family and Support Services (DFSS) announced a $7M City investment to provide a cost-per-child increase towards salaries for early childhood professionals. Leveraging Mayor Johnson’s $7M investment, this will be the first time Corporate funds are applied for early childhood workforce enhancements. At least 3,000 early childhood workers across at least 86 early care and education providers will receive wage increases averaging 5-10% to bring their pay closer in line with the broader K-12 education workforce.
Jiménez-Backed Law Increasing State Support for More Affordable Housing Solutions Advances to House Floor
State Rep. Lilian Jiménez, D-Chicago, passed a measure out of the Housing Committee on Wednesday, May 7, that would support community land trusts in their efforts to create lasting affordable housing amid rising mortgage and rental costs.
Illinois State Parks and Historic Sites Attract Highest Number of Visitors in Over a Decade
During National Travel and Tourism Week (May 4-10), Governor Pritzker announced that more than 41 million visitors visited Illinois state parks and historic sites, the highest number in nearly 15 years. The surge coincides with increases in investments and efforts by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) and the Illinois Office of Tourism to attract local, national, and international travelers by improving recreational opportunities, investing in park facilities and infrastructure, and featuring Illinois parks and historic sites prominently in the state’s Middle of Everything tourism campaign.
Illinois Senate Passes Bill to Curb Junk Fees and Lower Costs
In a victory for working families struggling with the affordability crisis and deceptive corporate practices, the Illinois State Senate passed the Illinois Junk Fee Transparency Act (SB1486) to curb the widespread use of deceptive and excessive junk fees. Economic Security Illinois Action put forward the legislation with lead sponsor Senator Omar Aquino and in partnership with Representative Bob Morgan and Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul.
Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park and DARPA QBI Performer Diraq Sign Letter of Intent to Join Park as a Future Tenant
The Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park (IQMP) announced it has signed a letter of intent (LOI) with Diraq to join the Park as a future tenant. The LOI outlines plans to initially locate at the IQMP’s On-Ramp, a program designed to allow companies who will ultimately be tenants at the IQMP to enter and leverage the Chicago and Illinois quantum ecosystem by operating out of a local innovation facility while the campus is under development.
HIGH MUSEUM OF ART NAMES ALISON SAAR RECIPIENT OF 2025 DAVID C. DRISKELL PRIZE
The High Museum of Art today announced artist Alison Saar as the 2025 recipient of the David C. Driskell Prize in recognition of her contributions to the field of African American art. Saar will be honored at the 20th annual Driskell Prize Gala at the High on at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 20, featuring a performance by EGOT-winning, critically acclaimed, multiplatinum musician John Legend. Celebrating its 20th anniversary this year, the $50,000 prize demonstrates the High's ongoing dedication to furthering artistic innovation and promoting research of African American artists and scholars. The announcement took place during an exclusive event hosted by The Fifth Avenue Hotel in New York City during New York Art Week.
Alzheimer’s Association Statement on First Blood Test Used in Diagnosing Alzheimer’s Disease Cleared for Use by FDA
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has cleared the first blood test to aid in diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease. The test detects amyloid plaques, a hallmark of Alzheimer’s disease, through a blood draw, making it less invasive than other more commonly used diagnostic tools.
