Antoinette Adell Mahoney, along with her twin brother Anthony Odell Mahoney, were born to Neily and Naomi Mahoney December 16,1940. From birth, the twins were very close and started to protect each other coming out the womb. On July 24, 1942, their younger sister Iris Meredith Mahoney was born and it was like they were triplets! At an early age, the Mahoney children began participating in activities provided by the local park district and other community locations. Antoinette acquired a competitive spirit and developed a love for track, tennis, board games, reading and trivia. Her love for information made her a successful student at Park Manor Grammar School and Hirsh High School. After high school, Antoinette attended the University of Illinois (Urbana) and CTC, where she received a Bachelor’s Degree in Education and two Master degrees.
Loyola University Chicago School of Law announces the establishment of the Aréanah Preston Memorial Scholarship, made possible through a generous gift from the family foundation established in her name, The Peace for Preston Foundation. The scholarship honors the legacy of Aréanah Preston and reaffirms Loyola’s commitment to fostering equity, opportunity, and excellence in legal education.
It may be the dead of winter, but when we think about our beaches none of us want to picture them covered in oil. That is true for those of us who live along the water and those who live hundreds of miles from any ocean. Regardless of our generation, we can all picture what it looks like. For some, it is the 1969 oil spill in Santa Barbara, California.
Lynwood Mayor Jada D. Curry and the Lynwood Police Department is pleased to announce several key updates and improvements since February 2021 that reflect our ongoing commitment to enhancing public safety, streamlining operations, and fostering a secure environment for all residents and visitors.
Toyota on Western, in partnership with Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD), is thrilled to announce a substantial donation to the local MADD office, following the successful launch of their charitable initiative, Driving Change with MADD: Let Your Purchase Have a Purpose. As a result of this collaboration, Toyota on Western has raised an impressive $13,300 to support MADD's critical efforts in our community. Toyota on Western has pledged to donate a portion of the proceeds from every car sale to the local MADD office to help them Drive Change with MADD in their local community during the month of October 2024. This commitment demonstrates their dedication to combating drunk driving, raising awareness about its devastating consequences, and providing support to victims and their families.
Pastor Andrew Singleton-Senior Pastor of the Victory Apostolic Church- along with the Victory Community Coalition Executive Director Minister Bryant Warren- will be joined by over 700 elected officials, clergy leaders, business leaders and residents in honoring ten African American giants as part of the 4TH Dr. Martin Luther King Birthday Luncheon and Awards Celebration.
In honor of National Cervical Cancer Awareness Month in January, Equal Hope will present its 3rd Annual “Teal Talk” Health & Resource Fair, on Thursday, Jan. 23, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., at the Humboldt Park Field House, 1440 N. Humboldt Blvd., Chicago 60647.
Chicago Aldermanic Black Caucus Chairwoman Alderman Stephanie Coleman will lead her fellow colleagues, Mayor Brandon Johnson and city administrators in an extended tribute to the late Alderman William Beavers. The dedication will take place during the regularly scheduled January 15th, 2025 Chicago City Council meeting. However, the tribute to Alderman Beavers will begin directly after the opening public comments portion of the meeting which is expected to last thirty minutes.
BuyBlack.org, the leading online directory for Black-owned businesses, is proud to announce the launch of a free pilot program for its groundbreaking AI assistant, Zuri. This innovative tool is designed to connect communities with Black-owned businesses across the U.S. Zuri is a game-changing resource for Black Chambers of Commerce, publishers, bloggers, and community advocates, enabling them to highlight Black-owned businesses directly on their websites and drive community engagement and economic growth.
The American Cancer Fund is excited to announce the launch of its new campaign, "Screamin' for Screenings," aimed at encouraging families to prioritize cancer screenings through a unique role-reversal initiative. Beginning in 2025, children across the country will take the lead in urging their parents, grandparents, and loved ones to get screened for cancer, emphasizing the importance of early detection and prevention.
QALO, the pioneer of silicone rings designed for active lifestyles, has unveiled their latest innovation: the QRNT (pronounced "Current"). Building on its reputation for creating durable and comfortable products, QALO has now combined its signature silicone material with advanced health-tracking technology to introduce a product that empowers everyone to take small but impactful steps toward better health—all at an accessible price point.
On Thurs, Jan. 30, 2025, GRAMMY® Award-winning music icon Alicia Keys will be celebrated at the fourth annual Recording Academy® Honors Presented by the Black Music Collective, taking place at the Fairmont Century Plaza. Keys will receive the Dr. Dre Global Impact Award, established in 2023 to recognize artists whose influence extends far beyond music. Named after legendary producer, entrepreneur and philanthropist Dr. Dre, the award celebrates not only musical excellence but also entrepreneurial achievements, philanthropic efforts and a profound impact on a global scale.
The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation (CBCF) Leadership Institute is in search of emerging leaders looking to make a positive impact on public policy and the communities around them.
Continuing to prioritize impactful mental and behavioral health legislation in the new year, state Rep. Lindsey LaPointe, D-Chicago, is highlighting a series of newly enacted mental healthcare laws, including no-cost and no diagnosis mental health and wellness visits to be covered by commercial insurance.
Always Best Care Senior Services, one of the leading senior care franchise systems in the United States, is pleased to announce that Aiman Abdelmajid and Tarik Silwadi have taken over ownership of the Always Best Care franchise in Northwest Chicago. Located at 2017 W. Irving Park Rd., Ste. 100, the Northwest Chicago office will continue to provide high-quality senior care services, including non-medical in-home care and senior living referral services, under the new franchisees' leadership.