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The BlackPRint Chicago Campaign Marks Five Years of Building Business and Community Power
Business owners, creatives, entrepreneurs, solopreneurs, elected officials and community leaders gathered Thursday, August 27, for The BlackPRint Chicago Campaign's fifth annual Press Conference and Networking Breakfast. Held at The Support Group headquarters, the event celebrated National Black Business Month and created an intimate space for businesses and community institutions to connect, share resources, and build relationships that can continue throughout the year.
South Suburban Community Group Donates School Supplies to Matteson School District 162, Surprises Family with Back-to-School Shopping Spree
Shopping carts filled with backpacks, notebooks, pencils and other school supplies made their way through a south suburban Walmart on July 31 as Matteson School District 162 administrators shopped for students and families preparing for the new school year.
RIVERDALE PARK DISTRICT CELEBRATES OPENING OF NEW CREATIVE SPACES THROUGH ARTSPARK
On Saturday, August 29, The Riverdale Park District celebrated the opening of new creative spaces through ARTSpark, a community-focused creative placemaking initiative designed to bring art, wellness, storytelling and community engagement together in Riverdale Park.The initiative includes the newly developed ARTSpark Creative Art Center with a Creator Lab and Podcast Studio, and a community garden, along with community-created artwork and improvements that bring new opportunities for residents to create, connect, learn and contribute.
Aetna Better Health® of Illinois supports students with no-cost haircuts and school supplies at back-to-school events across the state
Aetna Better Health of Illinois, a CVS Health® company (NYSE: CVS), is helping students return to school confident and prepared by premiering its new Smile & Style mobile barber shop, offering no-cost haircuts and simple braid hairstyles to community members at back-to-school events throughout the state.
Cook County Department of Public Health Launches Building Healthier Communities 2030, a Community-Driven Roadmap to Advance Health Equity
Cook County Department of Public Health launched Building Healthier Communities 2030, suburban Cook County’s Community Health Improvement Plan. The plan was announced together with Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle, Cook County Department of Public Health, community organizations, healthcare providers and cross-sector partners.
Chicago Community Loan Fund Marks 35 Years Of Powering Community Investment Across Chicagoland
The Chicago Community Loan Fund is celebrating thirty-five years in business. From its initial investment of $200,000, has grown. To date, CCLF’s valued assets stand at more than $200 million with its founding purpose remaining at the forefront of the organization. CCLF’s isn’t celebrating alone. Six hundred and ninety-six borrowers are celebrating with them.
Tank Winner and Johns Hopkins Finance Professor Releases "The Social Security Playbook" -- A Decision-First Guide to the $182,000 Mistake Millions of Retirees Make
The median American household leaves $182,370 in lifetime Social Security benefits on the table by claiming at the wrong time, according to research published by the National Bureau of Economic Research. Entrepreneur, educator, and retirement benefits expert Kwame Kuadey believes the problem isn't that retirees don't read the rules. It's that every guide on the market is organized around the rules instead of the decisions. His new book, The Social Security Playbook: 7 Big Decisions and 75 Essential Answers to Get Every Dollar You Deserve (LegaBrand Press), releases today in hardcover, paperback, and ebook.
STUDENTS, PARENTS, EDUCATORS AND COMMUNITY LEADERS URGE GOV. PRITZKER TO OPT IN TO NEW FEDERAL PROGRAM THAT WOULD GENERATE $2 BILLION FOR ILLINOIS K-12 STUDENTS
A group of students, parents, educators, and community advocates today called on Gov. JB Pritzker to opt Illinois into a new federal program that would generate a projected $2 billion for Illinois students. The program, which takes effect January 1, 2027, lets taxpayers contribute to K-12 scholarships in exchange for a dollar-for-dollar federal tax credit, but the dollars reach students only in those states whose governors formally opt in. Currently, 31 states have opted in, including Colorado, Nevada, New York and Virginia.
The 20th annual Silas Purnell College Expo, Connecting Students with College, Careers and Scholarship Opportunities
The Chesterfield Community Council invites high school students, parents, families, educators, and community members to attend the 20th Annual Silas Purnell College Expo on Saturday, September 19, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Tuley Park Field House, 501 East 90th Place (90th Street & King Drive), Chicago, IL.
Illinois Manufacturers’ Association Announces Partnership With Illinois Environmental Regulatory Group
The Illinois Manufacturers’ Association (IMA) today announced a new partnership with the Illinois Environmental Regulatory Group (IERG) to provide the state’s manufacturing community with a stronger, unified voice on environmental policy, regulation, rulemaking, compliance and enforcement.
ZERO Prostate Cancer Chicago Run/Walk Brings Community Together
ZERO Prostate Cancer (ZERO), the nation's leading prostate cancer nonprofit, will host its annual Chicago Run/Walk on Saturday, September 26 at Warren Park. The event is free to register and open to participants of all ages and abilities, welcoming survivors, caregivers, families, and community members for a morning of movement, connection, and shared purpose.
2026 Bridging the Gap Parade and Community Resource Fair to Honor the Enduring Legacy of Bishop Dr. Claude Porter
The 2026 Bridging the Gap Parade and Community Resource Fair will bring communities together on Saturday, September 12, 2026, under the theme “One Legacy, Many Bridges.” The celebration will honor the late Bishop Dr. Claude Porter, visionary leader and founder of Bridging the Gap Parade and PLCCA INC, whose life was dedicated to service, faith, youth, and community empowerment.
Black Business Power Summit: ILBCC Calls for Unified Economic Action to Close Illinois’ Business and Wealth Gap
The Illinois State Black Chamber of Commerce (ILBCC) will convene its 21st Annual Statewide Conference on September 9–10 at the Wind Creek Chicago Southland Casino & Hotel, 1300 Broadway Avenue, Hazel Crest, bringing together the state’s most influential Black business, civic, and economic leaders for a high stakes call to collective action.
Cook County 3rd District to Host Annual Men’s & Families’ Health & Resource Fair
The Cook County 3rd District will host its Annual Men’s & Families’ Health & Resource Fair on Thursday, September 24, 2026, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at New Life Covenant Church Southeast, 7621 S. Greenwood Avenue, Chicago, IL 60619.
