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COOK COUNTY COMMISSIONER DR. KISHA McCASKILL GARNERS SUPER MAJORITY OF MAYORAL ENDORSEMENTS THROUGHOUT THE 5TH DISTRICT
Cook County Commissioner of the 5th District- has garnered a super majority of mayoral endorsements in the race to maintain her seat on the Cook County Board of Commissioners. In addition to the powerful endorsements of Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle, Thornton Township Committeeman and Illinois State Senator Napoleon Harris, and Illinois Speaker of the House Emanuel Chris Welch, Commissioner McCaskill is grateful to all the municipal leaders who have now endorsed her candidacy.
Rolling Out Celebrates 25 Years of Culture, Creativity & Community
Rolling Out, America’s leading Black-owned multimedia platform, proudly marks its 25th anniversary by expanding into music with the official launch of Rolling Out Music. This new subsidiary is a forward-thinking record label and creative hub built to amplify the voices of independent artists, curate cultural moments, and deliver authentic Black music experiences that transcend generations and genres.
URBAN OUTFITTERS IS SHOWING UP EVERYWHERE YOU ARE, MAKING THE HOLIDAYS EASIER, MORE FUN, AND FULL OF MAXED-OUT JOY FROM CHICAGO O'HARE TO NYC
Urban Outfitters continues its "Everything, Everywhere, All You Want" holiday campaign with a debut of Club Holiday pop-up experiences, showing up inside Chicago O'Hare International Airport and in New York City. Each activation transforms high-traffic spaces into vibrant moments designed to help customers pause, play, and tap into the spirit of the season.
Pharrell Williams' Black Ambition Prize Competition Announced 2025 Winners at 5th Annual Demo Day
The Black Ambition 5th Annual Demo Day & Fundable Founders Forum was held at The Sacred Space Miami on Friday, Nov. 14th, and Saturday, Nov, 15. Under the banner of "Celebrating Innovation, Impact, and Ambition," these events brought together a powerful ecosystem of investment, ambition, and community. These landmark events were designed to be a launching pad for underrepresented founders rewriting the future of business, culture, and purpose.
Get Covered Illinois Scales Up Support as Open Enrollment for 2026 Health Insurance Begins
Get Covered Illinois kicked off 2026 open enrollment and launched its “Here to Help” campaign across the state. Open enrollment, which began on November 1 and runs through January 15, is the annual opportunity for Illinoisans to enroll in, renew, or change their health insurance plans. Nearly 466,000 Illinoisans purchased health coverage through Get Covered Illinois during open enrollment last year, a 17% increase from the previous year.
Assessor's Office Releases New Housing Market Tracker
The Cook County Assessor’s Office published its new Housing Market Tracker, a first-of-its-kind, interactive map that shows real estate trends and individual sales in Chicago community areas and Cook County municipalities.
Haitian American Museum of Chicago to host its 13th Annual Gala on December 6 at Ukrainian National Museum
Museum Founder Elsie Hector Hernandez encourages the local public to attend the gala to acknowledge the preservation of history in a time where she says “Haiti’s history is held hostage by violence and political unrest.”
Chicago Public Schools Reaffirms Commitment to Advanced Placement Access and Equity
Chicago Public Schools (CPS) recognized continued growth and success in its nationally-recognized Advanced Placement (AP) program, highlighting rising enrollment, stronger outcomes for Black and Latinx students, and tens of millions of dollars in tuition savings for CPS families.
Illinois Housing Development Authority and Corporation for Supportive Housing Accepting Applications to Advance New Supportive Housing Leaders
The Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA) and Corporation for Supportive Housing (CSH) announced that development teams across the state may now apply for the 2026 Supportive Housing Institute (the Institute), an accelerated training and technical assistance program that helps equip teams with the expertise needed to successfully develop and finance affordable housing with support services. Supportive housing pairs affordable homes with on-site or community-based services that help people facing complex challenges live with autonomy and dignity.
The City-backed project brings 70 new affordable homes to Pullman, expanding housing opportunities for seniors.
Mayor Brandon Johnson joined Alderwoman Michelle Harris (8th), Department of Housing (DOH) Commissioner Lissette Castañeda, Rev. Dr. Otis Moss III, members of the Trinity United Church of Christ community, neighborhood leaders, and Pullman residents for the ribbon cutting ceremony at the newly completed Imani Village Senior Residence. The City-backed project adds 70 new affordable homes to the Pullman area while providing independent living opportunities tailored to the needs of seniors. The project is part of the larger Imani Village project under development in the surrounding area.
MAYOR JOHNSON, PARK DISTRICT CEO RAMIREZ-ROSA AND ALDERMAN MOORE ANNOUNCE NEW FIELDHOUSE FOR OGDEN PARK AS PARK BOARD APPROVES DESIGN CONTRACT
Mayor Brandon Johnson, Chicago Park District CEO Carlos Ramirez-Rosa and Alderman David Moore (17th) joined members of the West Englewood community to announce the first step toward constructing a new fieldhouse in historic Ogden Park at 6500 S. Racine. The announcement follows the Chicago Park District Board vote to approve of the design contract for the new fieldhouse, marking a new chapter for the historic park and surrounding community. The $25 million project will be partially funded by $12 million in City TIF dollars in addition to Park District and state funds.
Friend Health Deepens Back of the Yards Commitment With Expanded Clinic
Friend Health, a community-anchored federally qualified health center (FQHC) serving Chicago’s South Side, celebrated the opening of its new Back of the Yards community health center on Saturday, November 22, in a ceremony with community residents and Chicago dignitaries. The opening represents the largest expansion in Friend Health’s nearly three decades of service, the latest proof of its rapid growth and momentum in bringing whole-person, affordable care to Chicago’s South Side.
Rep. Kelly announces WELLS Act, a new maternal health bill, in honor of Mercedes Wells
U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly (IL-02) announced plans to introduce new maternal health legislation with Mercedes Wells, a constituent who was forced to give birth in her truck after being discharged from a hospital. The WELLS Act, named in honor of Mercedes, will urge hospitals and birthing centers to develop and implement a safe discharge plan.
Achievement supported by unprecedented investments in higher education under the Pritzker Administration
Governor Pritzker and the Illinois Board of Higher Education (IBHE) announced that public universities in Illinois achieved the highest enrollment level in 10 years, with nearly 190,000 students enrolled during the fall semester of the 2025-26 academic year. Total enrollment at Illinois public universities increased for the second consecutive year and is the highest in 10 years according to IBHE’s annual First Look Fall Enrollment report.