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Chicago Housing Authority (CHA) Board of Commissioners Approves Advancing Keith Pettigrew as Agency’s Next CEO
Today, the Chicago Housing Authority (CHA) Board of Commissioners approved a resolution authorizing its Operating Chairman, Matthew Brewer, to negotiate and execute a contract with veteran public housing administrator Keith Pettigrew to serve as the agency’s next Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Pettigrew was a top candidate identified by CHA’s CEO Selection Committee following a nationwide search.
Women & wealth: Tips for navigating your lifelong financial journey
We are in the midst of a seismic shift in wealth. This phenomenon, often referred to as the “Great Wealth Transfer,” describes the unprecedented movement of assets from the Baby Boomer generation to their heirs – an estimated $105 trillion by 2048. And women are poised to inherit most of this.
Michael Strahan® Lifestyle and Accessories Brand Expands Retail Footprint with Belk Partnership
Michael Strahan®, the lifestyle and accessories brand founded in 2015 by Pro Football Hall of Famer and award-winning journalist Michael Strahan and SMAC Entertainment Co-Founder & CEO Constance Schwartz-Morini, announced a retail partnership with Belk, a department store chain with nearly 300 stores across 16 states in the Southeast. The collaboration will bring sportswear and tailored menswear styles from the top-selling Collection by Michael Strahan line to customers in stores and online at Belk.com.
GROUNDWAVES GENERATIONS: AN INTERGENERATIONAL HIP-HOP EVENT SERIES COMES TO THE NATIONAL PUBLIC HOUSING MUSEUM
The National Public Housing Museum, recently named by USA Today as one of the best new museums in the country, today announced Groundwaves Generations, a new series of intergenerational hip-hop day parties that transform the museum into a vibrant space for music, movement, and community connection. Taking place on select Sundays throughout spring and summer 2026, the free series invites families and fans of all ages to experience hip-hop as a living, shared culture.
Hastings calls for legislative action on homeowners insurance rates despite record auto rebate from State Farm
Since October 2024, State Senator Michael Hastings has been raising concerns about steep and unjustified homeowners insurance rate increases affecting families across Illinois and has repeatedly called for legislative reforms to protect consumers. Hastings is again urging legislative action to protect homeowners after State Farm recently announced a historic dividend for auto insurance customers.
One Hope United Now Enrolling Children for Summer Camp Programs
One Hope United is now enrolling children in its Summer Camp programs, offering working families safe, reliable, and engaging care while school is out for the summer months. Space is limited, and families are encouraged to enroll early.
MONSTERS OF THE MEAT-WAY: THE ORIGINAL MR. BEEF BRINGS JUICY CHICAGO FLAVOR TO MIDWAY INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
Mayor Brandon Johnson, the Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA), SSP America and Midway Partnership cut the ribbon on The Original Mr. Beef at Midway International Airport, the first airport outpost of Chicago’s iconic River North Italian beef shop.
Illinois Conservatory for the Arts reunites the original Broadway Queens from smash hit musical Six in: The Royal Reunion Celebrating Six Years of Six
Illinois Conservatory for the Arts (ICA), a non-profit arts education institution in the Western suburbs, proudly announces a one-night-only benefit concert celebrating the music, legacy, and original stars of the Broadway phenomenon Six. Marking the six-year anniversary of the show’s transfer to Broadway in 2020 The Royal Reunion: Celebrating Six Years of Six will reunite the original queens for an evening of powerhouse performances in an intimate Chicago venue. Proceeds from the event will support ICA’s mission of providing high-level arts education to Chicagoland youth. The Royal Reunion is Monday, June 22 at 7:30 PM at The Fairlie 339 N Bell Ave. in Chicago’s West Loop. Tickets are available at ilconservatory.org/concert.
New Legislation to Ban Companies from Secretly Charging Different Prices Using Personal Data
Economic Security Illinois Action joined State Senator Robert Peters, the Illinois AFL-CIO, UFCW, and Consumer Reports in support of SB 2255, the Surveillance-Based Price Discrimination Act, which would ban surveillance pricing in Illinois and protect working families from being secretly charged different prices based on their personal data. The bill was introduced at a press conference in front of a grocery store in Hyde Park with workers, small business owners, and advocates on Monday morning.
Tax Season Provides Opportunity to Support Public Health Through Voluntary Contribution Program
As millions of Illinoisans prepare their 2025 state tax returns, the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is reminding them of the state’s voluntary contribution program to support one or more health-related programs.
MAYOR BRANDON JOHNSON, DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT RELAUNCH THE CHICAGO ENERGY BENCHMARKING PROGRAM
Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Department of Environment (DOE) announced the relaunch of the Chicago Energy Benchmarking program, the City’s initiative to track and share energy use data from Chicago’s largest buildings. The new program updates include a new program support team and a web platform with resources to make energy data reporting simpler for building owners.
Illinois WIC Expands Food Options, Giving Families More Choices at the Grocery Store
The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) in Illinois has expanded its food package offerings, allowing families to choose from a broader range of culturally-responsive foods aligned with the latest nutrition science. The changes took effect Feb. 25 and provide greater flexibility at the grocery store.
Trying Out the Trades: Chicago Public Schools Students Explore Hands on Occupations
Juniors and seniors from Chicago Public Schools (CPS) are taking shop class on the road this spring, learning from-real world professionals and employers in skilled trades through a series of career exploration events. The fairs are part of a collaborative and growing effort among CPS and partners to prepare students with in-demand workplace opportunities.
Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park Announces On-Ramp Locations to Accelerate Tenant Entry into Illinois Quantum Ecosystem
mHUB partners with IQMP to enable future IQMP tenants to begin operations while the Park is under development