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HABILITATIVE SYSTEMS, INC. HOSTS RIBBON CUTTING FOR RENOVATED HEADQUARTERS
The Larry T. Byrd Administrative Building at 415 S. Kilpatrick Avenue has served as the headquarters of Habilitative Systems, Inc. (HSI), one of Chicago’s largest behavioral health and human services agencies, since its founding in 1978.
Giannoulias Honors Student Organ Donors on ‘Sweetness Day’
Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias celebrated the sophomore class of Walter Payton College Preparatory High School today after their day of service in honor of Walter “Sweetness” Payton, the school’s namesake.
Harvey Mayor Steps Up to Help Displaced Senior Return Home After Devastating Loss
For Rev. Alma West, home has always been more than just a place—it’s been her sanctuary for nearly 50 years. But for the past several weeks, the 86-year-old grandmother has been unable to return to the house she’s called home since 1975.
Security Traders Association of Chicago Opens Application Process for 2025-2026 STAC Fund College Scholarship
The Security Traders Association of Chicago (STAC), a membership organization for individual professionals in the securities industry in Chicago and an affiliate of The Security Traders Association (STA), is now accepting applications for its STAC Fund Scholarship program for the 2025 – 2026 academic year.
Illinois Nurses Convene at State Capitol to Engage with Leaders on Critical Healthcare Priorities
In early March, more than 70 nurses from Illinois’ Magnet hospitals met with Illinois lawmakers to stress the importance of investing in healthcare, while also advocating for policies that prioritize patient safety, support clinical leadership and innovation, and preserve access to quality care for all Illinois residents.
ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL ISSUES MULTISTATE GUIDANCE FOR SCHOOLS ON DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION AND ACCESSIBILITY INITIATIVES
Attorney General Kwame Raoul, Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Campbell and New York Attorney General Letitia James led a coalition of 15 attorneys general in issuing guidance to help K-12 schools, colleges and universities understand the legality, viability and importance of diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility policies and practices in education.
MAYOR BRANDON JOHNSON AND THE CITY OF CHICAGO UNVEIL MONTHLY WORKFORCE VACANCY DATA, BOOSTING TRANSPARENCY
Mayor Brandon Johnson and the City of Chicago’s Office of Budget and Management (OBM) is proud to announce the launch of its Workforce Vacancy Data Dashboard on OBM’s website. This interactive tool provides an accessible, user-friendly way to explore and filter vacancy data across all City departments. For the first time, this data will be updated on the first of each month and publicly available in an intuitive format that enhances visibility and usability. The underlying data is also available on the City of Chicago’s Open Data Portal for those who need full datasets.
Gov. Pritzker Proposes Cell Phone Ban Policy for Illinois Classrooms
Governor JB Pritzker recently joined Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton, teachers, school administrators, and municipal officials to propose a classroom cell phone ban in schools across Illinois. A key initiative mentioned in the Governor’s State of the State Address, the legislation would require all public school districts in Illinois to adopt a wireless communication device policy that limits the use of personal devices during class instruction time.
UNCF CHICAGO CALLS FAITH LEADERS TO HOST UNCF SUNDAYS IN MARCH
As society is in a continual state of flux, the Chicago office of UNCF, United Negro College Fund, is calling all pastors and faith leaders to support the organization with special donations in the month of March.
Bally’s Chicago Casino Celebrates Women’s History Month with Charitable Promotion Benefitting Chicago Foundation for Women
Bally’s Chicago Casino is celebrating Women’s History Month with a “Give $5, Get $10” charitable contribution campaign benefitting Chicago Foundation for Women (CFW), an organization celebrating their 40th anniversary this year. Throughout the month of March, new and existing Bally Rewards members are eligible once each week to receive free play, or table bets for donating to CFW, which works to improve the lives of women, girls and gender-expansive people through grantmaking, leadership development and education.
National Museum of African American History and Culture Celebrates Women’s History Month Honoring Black Women
The Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC) celebrates Women’s History Month by honoring Black women who spearheaded the fight for justice, equality and change. The museum will recognize “Black Women: The Activist” as the theme for March and share stories, events and exhibits that demonstrate the resiliency of Black women. For more information, visit the museum’s website.
Today’s Challenge, Tomorrow’s Reward honors top performers, reaffirms commitment to DBE program
The Illinois Department of Transportation concluded another successful Today’s Challenge, Tomorrow’s Reward conference, drawing record attendance and recognizing top performers in the industry, while pledging the agency’s ongoing and continued commitment to the state’s minority- and women-owned businesses through the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise program.
Hampton University Achieves Prestigious Research 2 Designation
Hampton University has officially attained Research 2 (R2) status—High Research Spending and Doctorate Production—by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. This prestigious designation places Hampton among an elite cohort of 139 institutions nationwide that meet the rigorous benchmarks of at least $5 million in annual research expenditures and the awarding of 20 or more research doctorates each year.
3 Visionary Leaders Join Akina Technologies PBC to Empower Black + BIPOC Women and Advance Generative AI Innovation
Akina Technologies PBC, the pioneering platform offering transformative AI solutions, resources, and an unparalleled community by and for marginalized communities, proudly announces the addition of three groundbreaking leaders to its team. Former Obama administration advisor, DeJuana L. Thompson, joins as co-founder, while visionary leaders Lisa Green and Dr. Nashlie Sephus bring their expertise to advisory roles. This marks a new chapter in Akina Technologies' mission to empower women of color, foster equity, and create groundbreaking technology designed for impact.
