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JUNETEENTH DANCERS, SINGERS, AND PERFORMERS TO TAKE OVER THE FIRST FLOOR OF COOK COUNTY GOVERNMENT BUILDING AT 118 N. CLARK AS JUNETEENTH RESOLUTION IS RECOGNIZED
Dr. Kisha McCaskill- Cook County Commissioner of the 5th District- will be joined by Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle, and the vast majority of the Cook County Board of Commissioner in announcing a resolution honoring the commemoration of Juneteenth amid growing cuts in DEI policies and programs from the current administration in Washington D.C..
WOODLAWN ADVISORY COUNCIL ANNOUNCES $3 MILLION IN GRANTS TO 42 LOCAL NON-PROFITS SUPPORTING EQUITY AND GROWTH IN CHICAGO’S WOODLAWN COMMUNITY AND SURROUNDING NEIGHBORHOODS
The Woodlawn Advisory Council is proud to announce the successful completion of the application and review process for the Woodlawn Advisory Council Community Investment Grant. After an extensive and structured grant process, 42 not-for-profit organizations serving Chicago’s Woodlawn neighborhood and surrounding communities have been selected to receive funding, totaling nearly $3 million in awarded grants. More than 50 community-based organizations that met eligibility requirements, including proof of 501(c)(3) status, operational longevity, public transparency, and minority-led governance—were invited to apply.
A Unified Movement Begins: CEO Superheroes, Teach Our Children, and Black Kids Predict Launch Family-Focused Golf & STEAM Experience on June 29th
A powerful new collaboration between CEO Superheroes, Teach Our Children, and Northwestern University’s Black Kids Predict, in partnership with the Chicago Public Schools Office of Teaching and Learning’s Citywide STEM Initiatives, will officially launch on Sunday, June 29th, with a vibrant, community-centered event designed to bring families together through sports, technology, and joy.
Nourishing Our Roots: A Juneteenth Celebration of Heritage and Wellness
Black Girl Vitamins (BGV), a brand committed to empowering the Black community, today announced its comprehensive "Nourishing Our Roots" campaign in honor of Juneteenth. The theme encourages Black women to reflect on the deep historical roots of their heritage, which face ongoing risks of erasure, and to prioritize the roots of their wellness, essential for maintaining health in a world that often fails to prioritize their needs.
The African Diaspora Community in Chicago express support for Mayor Brandon Johnson
"In a moment meant for celebration, Chicago has once again been dragged into the center of a disinformation campaign fueled by racism, bad faith, and willful ignorance.
CITY CRUISES CHICAGO SETS SAIL FOR SUMMER FUN WITH EXCITING NEW CRUISE LINEUP
City Cruises, operator of Chicago’s year-round premier water experiences, is thrilled to announce an exciting summer lineup of cruises including Father’s Day, Independence Day and its brand-new City Cruises Live events offering unforgettable experiences on both Lake Michigan and the Chicago River. With warmer weather ahead, guests can anticipate gourmet meals, unlimited mimosas, live performances, and stunning views of Chicago's renowned skyline and architecture. Each event offers a distinctive and festive way to celebrate with friends and loved ones, ensuring unforgettable moments on the water.
Murphy advances measure to fight crime on expressways, protect residents’ privacy
To keep human traffickers off Illinois roadways, bring to justice to victims of human trafficking and shield everyday Illinoisans from unnecessary exposure, State Senator Laura Murphy passed legislation to expand the expressway camera program to target traffickers while prohibiting images taken by license plate readers from being released via FOIA requests.
The Sarah Siddons Society Announces Fifth University To Receive Scholarship Funding
The Sarah Siddons Society’s Board of Directors is pleased to announce it has approved Northern Illinois University (NIU) as its fifth Chicago-area university to receive scholarship funding for students studying theatre arts. NIU is the first public university to receive funds from the Society, joining Chicago College of Performing Arts at Roosevelt University, Northwestern School of Communications, The Theater Department, Columbia College and The Theatre School at DePaul University. Additionally, a representative from NIU’s School of Theatre and Dance will join the Society’s Board.
Chicago Public Schools (CPS) Students Participate in NextGen City Council Program
Chicago Public Schools (CPS) students Thursday, May 29, participated in an innovative and collaborative experience at City Hall that aims to elevate young people's voices and help them become active and engaged Chicagoans. Through the NextGen City Council Program, about 60 District students each year are introduced to real-world civic learning experiences at City Hall, allowing students to work in committees alongside elected officials and community members and learn more about how ideas to support youth can be turned into policy.
ComEd Receives Approval for Beneficial Electrification Plan 2, Continuing to Advance Transportation Electrification in Illinois
ComEd announced that the Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) has approved its second Beneficial Electrification (BE) Plan, investing approximately $168 million over a three-year period beginning in 2026. The continuation of ComEd’s BE funding marks a significant step forward in ComEd’s commitment to advancing electric vehicle (EV) adoption and reducing emissions in northern Illinois.
Lightford fights to remove expulsion for preschool through second graders
All too often, students of color feel the brunt of being expelled or suspended from school, rather than being provided restorative approaches to help with their emotional and mental health – a phenomenon Senate Majority Leader Kimberly A. Lightford is fighting to change.
Chicago Public Schools Honors Class of 2025 Chicago Builds Graduates
Chicago Public Schools leaders and industry partners celebrated the latest class of students to graduate with industry-recognized certifications in the construction industry. The Chicago Builds graduation ceremony, held at the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 134, honored 98 students, the highest number of graduates ever for the program. This year’s graduates are among roughly 14,000 CPS students enrolled in Career and Technical Education (CTE) classes, including nearly 4,000 seniors.
Rep. Kelly, Senators Durbin, Duckworth honor Hadiya Pendleton, gun violence survivors with Wear Orange Resolution
U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly (IL-02), U.S. Senators Dick Durbin (D-IL) and Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) introduced the Wear Orange Resolution, designating June 6 as National Gun Violence Awareness Day and the entire month as National Gun Violence Awareness Month.
CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COOK COUNTY LAND BANK AUTHORITY PARTNER TO REVITALIZE ENGLEWOOD AND ROSELAND
The Chicago Department of Housing (DOH) has partnered with the Cook County Land Bank Authority (CCLBA) to launch the next phase of the Rebuild 2.0 program, targeting the rehabilitation of single-family homes in Englewood and Roseland.