"What he (Trump) should be focused on is that there are 30,000 deaths from handguns across the United States every year. We can clean up these handguns across America. America has a violence problem. If he wants to be of help, I would also recommend that he sends in the Center for Disease Control. This violence ought to be called a disease, it's nationwide," said U.S. Rep. Jonathan Jackson on Chicago Tonight, this week.
Stephanie Coleman-Alderman of the 16th Ward- will be joined by Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson, local Congressmen, State SenatorS, State Representatives, Chicago Aldermen, and Cook County Commissioners’ is kicking off the much-anticipated Fifth Annual Englewood Music Fest. (EMF) Over 5000 people are expected once again to partake in an evening full of love, stellar music performances, awesome food, and beautiful vibes.
The Rainbow PUSH Coalition is hosting a community gathering and Day of Service in partnership with “Just Serve” a service of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, on Saturday, September 13, 2025, at the legendary social justice organization’s Kenwood headquarters, located at 930 E. 50th Street. As part of this initiative, the two organizations will distribute 2,000 bags of food to families in need across Chicagoland, providing a crucial lifeline in these challenging times.
The Rainbow PUSH Coalition urgently calls on all Americans to join in prayer and solidarity, honoring the memory of those lost on 9/11 and standing resolute in the fight against violence.
The Illinois Municipal League is announcing the appointment of Matteson Mayor Sheila Chalmers-Currin as its next President of the popular statewide agency. With the appointment, Mayor Chalmers-Currin will become the agency’s first elected African American female President of the 112-year-old municipal organization. The passing of the gavel ceremony will take place on September 20th, 2025, at 12:30 PM at the beautiful Hyatt Regency Chicago Hotel on Wacker Drive.
Stephanie Coleman- Alderman of the 16th Ward of Chicago- will be joined by Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson, Thrive Englewood Developers, Community Leaders, Business Leaders, Elected Officials, and Englewood Residents in the unveiling of the all new Thrive Englewood 62 nit residential and retail development.
Prostate cancer affects one in eight men1 and can lead to bladder leaks, yet remains a topic many still find hard to discuss. This Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, Depend® is continuing its multi-year mission to break the stigma with sports icons Emmitt Smith and Ken Griffey Jr. & Sr. - raising awareness, sparking conversation and encouraging men to take charge of their health.
The Currys named Chief Dream Ambassadors and Oakland-based charity pledges 100,000 volunteer hours as continuing commitment to Oakland's youth through education, play and community revitalization
The Chicago Housing Authority (CHA) has announced plans to issue a Request for Proposals (RFP) to select an experienced, qualified co-development partner for a comprehensive rehabilitation of Loomis Courts, a 125-unit, two-building affordable housing community on the Near West Side, near the Little Italy neighborhood. Built in 1951, Loomis Courts will undergo an extensive building systems overhaul, including significant exterior and interior upgrades to preserve affordability, improve safety and usability and modernize apartments for residents.
he Proviso Leyden Council for Community Action, Inc. (PLCCA) is thrilled to announce the 2025 Bridging the Gap Parade, set to take place on Saturday, Sept. 13. This highly anticipated event invites community members to celebrate unity and diversity across the Proviso Township. The parade will feature a distinguished lineup of Grand Marshals, including United States Representative Danny K. Davis; Speaker of the Illinois House of Representatives Emanuel “Chris” Welch; Illinois Senate Majority Leader Kimberly A. Lightford; President of the Cook County Board Toni Preckwinkle; Art Norman from NBC5 Chicago; Jorge DeSantiago from Telemundo Chicago; and Rufus Williams from The Talk of Chicago 1690 WVON.
Attorney General Kwame Raoul announced his office has prevailed in preserving funding to AmeriCorps, the federal agency for national service and volunteerism. On July 23, Raoul and a coalition of 24 states and attorneys general challenged the White House Office of Management and Budget’s (OMB) attempt to gut AmeriCorps by withholding tens of millions of dollars in funding for critical service programs.
Chicago Dance Health Fund, which supports the health and wellness of Chicago’s professional dance community, welcomed more than 1,600 people to the 34th annual Dance for Life, its primary fundraiser, on Saturday, Aug. 16, at The Auditorium. More than 600 guests, including more than 200 dancers and participating artists, attended the After Party Gala at Venue SIX10. From a combination of ticket sales, contributions, and sponsorships, Dance for Life raised $370,000—with post-event donations continuing to come in—to support The Fund, which provides Chicago dance industry professionals with financial support for preventative health care and critical medical needs.
HIRE360, in partnership with the Illinois Works Pre-Apprenticeship Program, celebrated the graduation of its second Cook County cohort, marking another milestone in building a stronger pipeline into union careers in construction and clean energy. Participants earned industry-recognized certifications such as OSHA-10 and CPR, while gaining hands-on training and career readiness support.
PRLog -- RUNWAY, the pioneering financial innovation group, is excited to unveil its new name and visual identity, transitioning to RUNWAY Roots. The rebrand signifies a transformative journey towards reparative finance that centers on love and support for Black communities.