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Democratic National Convention Announces Accessibility Milestones on ADA Anniversary
Today, on the 34th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act being signed into law, the Democratic National Convention announced several new accessibility milestones, including the construction of the first ADA-compliant ramp in Democratic National Convention history that provides direct access to the convention floor. This is a custom, first-of-its-kind ramp that the convention is building at the United Center to ensure delegates, media, volunteers, and guests who request accommodations can access the convention floor. This historic step will help to ensure that more delegates with ADA needs can be seated directly on the floor, which has not always been the case in previous years.
OVER 500 KANKAKEE RESIDENTS TO CROWD SMALL STREET TO WITNESS THE HISTORIC ANNOUNCEMENT OF POPULAR AFRICAN AMERICAN WOMAN
Dr. Genevra Walters- Recently retired School Superintendent of Kankakee School District 111- has conferred with her family, friends and close associates and will announce her much anticipated run for Mayor of Kankakee. Dr. Walters will make her announcement in front of her childhood home surrounded by her family, childhood friends, old neighbors, church members, educators, business leaders, and her beloved Kankakee residents from all walks of life.
Gerber Announces Baby Akil “Sonny” of Arizona as 2024 Photo Search Winner
Early childhood nutrition leader Gerber has officially announced the winner of the 14th annual Photo Search and the 2024 Gerber Baby. Akil McLeod, affectionately known as Sonny, along with his loving family, captured the attention of the selection committee with a captivating photo and story of the joyful energy he brings to his family.
Greenwood Project Announces Strategic Board Expansion With Four Renowned Leaders
Greenwood Project, a nonprofit dedicated to fostering career pathways in financial services for Black and Latino college students, proudly welcomes four esteemed business professionals to its Board of Directors: Nick Cherney, Head of Innovation, Janus Henderson Investors, JJ Kinahan, CEO IG North America, Joe Lawler, Managing Director, Wind Point Partners, and Fred Martin, Executive Vice President and CFO, Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago.
Northeastern Illinois University Board of Trustees Selects Dr. Katrina E. Bell-Jordan as University President
The Northeastern Illinois University Board of Trustees announces the selection of Dr. Katrina E. Bell-Jordan as the University’s eighth president.
Loretto Hospital Hosts Vital Blood Drive and Health Screenings to Support Chicago’s African American Community
Loretto Hospital announces its 4th free Summer Screening Series event to be held on Saturday, July 27, from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. The day’s main events will revolve around a blood donation campaign and kidney health checks.
ALI To Play World Premiere in Chicago
Richard Willis, lead producer of ALI, the new musical celebrating the life and legacy of the heavyweight boxing champion and humanitarian Muhammad Ali, today announced the production will premiere in Chicago at the James M. Nederlander Theatre April 22-May 18.
MAYOR BRANDON JOHNSON ANNOUNCES EXPANSION OF ONE SUMMER CHICAGO PROGRAM FOR SECOND CONSECUTIVE SUMMER
Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Chicago Department of Family and Support Services (DFSS) announced the expansion of One Summer Chicago (OSC) to more than 27,000 jobs through partnerships with the business community, City departments, sister agencies, philanthropic partners, and labor unions.
City Colleges of Chicago and Valparaiso University Announce a guaranteed Admissions Agreement for Students
City Colleges of Chicago and Valparaiso University announce they are entering into a guaranteed admissions agreement to support students transferring to the University to earn a four-year degree.
Growing Home, Inc. Announces 5 New Board Members
Growing Home, Inc. is pleased to announce the appointment of five new board members to its 2024-2025 Board of Directors: Taryn Williams Clark, Wendell Harris, Norm Jeddeloh, Dominique Price, and Felicia Slayton-Young.
Independent Disparity Study Finds Illinois Has Most Diverse Cannabis Business Ownership in The Nation
The Cannabis Regulation Oversight Office (CROO) published the Disparity and Availability Study for adult use cannabis licenses in Illinois finding that Illinois currently has the most diverse cannabis industry in the nation. The study, as required by the Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act (CRTA), examined 559 adult use cannabis licenses issued by the State to more than 400 businesses during the study period, which spanned from the start of adult use cannabis sales, January 1, 2020, through January 31, 2023.
LONGTIME COOK COUNTY COMMISSIONER ELECTED PRESIDENT OF NATIONAL COUNTY ASSOCIATION
Cook County Commissioner Stanley Moore has been elected President of the National Association of Black County Officials (NABCO), an organization representing African American officials in more than 3,000 counties, boroughs and parishes across the country. The 49-year-old organization along with its associated group – the National Organization of Black County Officials (NOBCO) – elected Moore at the National Association of Counties (NACo) Annual Conference in Florida.
MAYOR BRANDON JOHNSON AND CITY OF CHICAGO LAUNCH "TAKE BACK THE BLOCK" INITIATIVE TO FOSTER SAFER COMMUNITIES
Mayor Brandon Johnson, in collaboration with the Mayor’s Office of Community Safety (MOCS), announced the launch of the "Take Back the Block" initiative. This program is designed to foster community engagement, reduce violent crime, and demonstrate the City's unwavering commitment to community safety and development.
Ammons Celebrates Local ILBCF Scholarship Recipients
State Rep. Carol Ammons, D-Urbana, is highlighting local high school seniors and undergraduate students from the Champaign-Urbana area who will receive this year’s Illinois Legislative Black Caucus Foundation (ILBCF) scholarship.
