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PRECKWINKLE, HEALTH EXPERTS ADDRESS THE HEALTH AND ECONOMIC BENEFITS OF THE PENNY-PER-OUNCE TAX
The Sweetened Beverage Tax goes beyond sugar and sweetened drinks like soda pop. But the new tax applies to bottled and canned beverages, diet soda, ready-to drink sweetened coffees and teas and sports and energy drinks.
Wilson and Church Leaders Plan Fundraiser to Help Hurricane Victims
“This is what we do as Christians, citizens and clergymen to help the least of these,” Patterson said. “We must not forget that whatever God does, he does it for our good. Sometimes he does it to
Black Enterprise Publishes Exclusive Registry of African Americans on Corporate Boards
Black Enterprise’s report spotlights prominent African American directors including Ariel Investments L.L.C. Chairman and CEO John Rogers, who serves on the boards of McDonald’s and Exelon and James Bell, retired EVP, Corporate President, and CFO of Boeing, who serves on the board of JPMorgan Chase, Dow Chemical, and Apple.
Safi Kilima Tanzanite Partners With 831 MINHLE At New York Fashion Week
Safi Kilima Tanzanite Brand Director Alison Finkler said, “The rise in notoriety of the tanzanite stone in recent years has made jewelry featuring tanzanite stones a fashion forward must have
Truth Hall Wins Festal Awards
“My passion to direct, never left. I just didn’t know how to get my next film done or where my next job was going to come from,” says the Writer/Director.
Local Hospital Throws Baby Shower for Expecting Mothers
The idea of a community baby shower arose after hospital staff learned the majority of expecting moms in the area either weren’t planning baby showers or never had them.
CONGRESSMAN DANNY K. DAVIS, LEADERS FOCUS ON COMBATING SUBSTANCE ABUSE
Davis said substance abuse is one of the biggest problems facing America today because there are so many people addicted to mind altering drugs.
Third World Press Foundation Celebrates 50 Years of Continuous Publishing
The celebration begins Saturday, September 30, with an intergenerational conversation between Pulitzer Prize-winning writer Ta-Nehisi; his father, former Black Panther Paul Coates, founder of Black Classics Press; and Madhubuti.
PULLMAN PORTER MUSEUM PART OF THE NATIONWIDE MUSEUM DAY LIVE EVENT!
The museum is hoping to find and document 20,000 living descendants of the men and women who worked on the railroad between 1869 and 1969 during the golden era of railroad travel.
THE DUNGEON OF DOOM: CHICAGO & MILWAUKEE’S ONLY 60 MINUTE WALK THRU HAUNT
Screaming, Shouting and Laughter for all who are willing to experience their worst nightmares of loom. Just in time for Halloween, the Dungeon of Doom has amped-up their technology, theatrics, special effects and killer team to inflict an hour of horror and terror as attendees travel through 42,000 square feet of pure chaos. With new and improved attractions and a chance to be buried alive, this is the place where nightmares loom.
Zerina Akers, Fashion Stylist to the Stars Shares Top Beauty & Fashion Solves and Happiness
For Akers, fashion is not only about luxury; it’s about inspiring her clients to express their authentic selves.
Mexican Patriotic Club Kicks-off Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration with parade
Vargas, President of the organization said, “The parade was well attended and had lots of volunteers.” She also said, “She liked to thank State Senator Donne Trotter (IL 17th Senatorial District), State Representative Marcus C. Evans Jr. (IL 33rd Representative District), Congresswoman Robin Kelly (IL 2nd Congressional District), and several aldermen for their support.” According to Vargas, State Senator Trotter handed out candy to the children along the parade route.
Matthew House Celebrates 25 Years of Service
The 25th Anniversary Gala Celebration entitled “Still We Rise” will honor twenty members of Chicago’s business, civic, faith and philanthropic community.
R.A.G.E. Brings Hope, Peace to Englewood
“As a neighborhood association that lives in the neighborhood, we understand how difficult it can be for families to secure the necessary resources for their kids to be prepared for school,” Butler said. “
