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Prattling of An Old Woman
For generations, we Black Americans have survived obstacles that were never accidental. Political exclusion, economic inequality, health disparities, struggling schools, unstable housing, and social fragmentation have been with us for centuries. What we are experiencing now did not emerge overnight. Our ancestors encountered and endured these same conditions for generations. However, the policies, practices, and systems that we as a people developed over the generations to survive—and often thrive—now seem forgotten.
DEAR ME CARE CIRCLE’S THIRD ANNUAL PRE-MOTHER’S DAY AWARDS BRUNCH CELEBRATES AND SUPPORTS CAREGIVERS
In a room filled with elegance, emotion, and intention, Dear Me Care Circle’s Third Annual Pre–Mother’s Day Awards Brunch held recently at Malcolm X College, was a deeply moving tribute to a special group of unsung heroes of families and communities—caregivers.
CPS students stepping into the energy industry, will have jobs waiting for them after graduation
Twenty-eight high school students from Chicago Public Schools (CPS) just took a big step toward launching bright careers. The students and their families came to the Peoples Energy Training Center in Little Village to celebrate their completion of a training program called Bright Futures U. The program is a joint initiative between CPS and Peoples Gas that provides classroom and hands-on experience in the energy industry. Students who complete the training have jobs waiting for them when they graduate high school.
Rich Township Senior Earns Associate Degree Before High School Graduation
Rich Township High School senior Queen Thigpen walked across the graduation stage in May with more than a high school diploma. Before completing her senior year, Queen earned an Associate degree in Computer Science from Prairie State College, an extraordinary accomplishment that reflects her dedication, perseverance, and commitment to academic excellence.
SHIBA & Co. Launches Sakura Limited Edition
SHIBA & Co., the New York-based dog lifestyle and fashion brand, announces the launch of the Sakura Limited Edition — a strictly limited series of numbered pieces inspired by the cherry blossom season and the cultural heritage of Shiba Inu's homeland, Japan.
NAMI Chicago Named One of Chicago’s Best and Brightest Companies to Work For for Third Year in a Row
NAMI Chicago has been named one of Chicago’s Best and Brightest Companies to Work For® in 2026, marking the third year in a row the organization has received the recognition.
IDPH reminds consumers to use caution after Listeria outbreak linked to headcheese deli meat product
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is urging consumers to take precautions after an outbreak of Listeria monocytogenes (Lm) linked to a brand of headcheese deli meat product sold in Illinois.
Deadline Approaching for Senior Illinoisans Hall of Fame Nominations
The Illinois Department on Aging (IDoA) is accepting nominations for the 2026 induction class of the Senior Illinoisans Hall of Fame through June 1.
ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL LEADS COALITION AGAINST EPA’S PROPOSAL TO GUT NATIONAL LIMITS ON TOXIC ETHYLENE OXIDE POLLUTION
Attorney General Kwame Raoul today led a coalition of 16 attorneys general opposing a U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposal to repeal national emission standards for ethylene oxide (EtO) used by commercial sterilization facilities. According to the EPA’s own assessment, EtO is a known human carcinogen and among the most toxic pollutants regulated under the Clean Air Act.
INCS APPLAUD ISBE CHARTER SCHOOL RENEWAL APPEALS
The Illinois Network of Charter Schools (INCS) applauds the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) for approving the appeal of LEARN 6 and LEARN 10. Despite attempts to close both schools by the local authorizer, ISBE saw the value that LEARN 6 and LEARN 10 provide for not only their students, but District 187 as a whole. Both schools are pillars in their communities, providing high-quality public education for students.
Harper Calls for Greater Equity, Reform at Statewide Town Hall
Following the gathering of operators, advocates, farmers, regulators, and community members for a timely discussion titled “The State of Cannabis, Hemp & Equity in Illinois: Progress, Challenges & What Comes Next,” which examined the current state of Illinois’ cannabis and hemp industries and the ongoing effort to fulfill the state’s equity commitments, state Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, emphasized that while progress has been made, work remains to ensure equity and opportunity stay at the forefront of the industry’s future.
Bally’s Corporation Earns MBE Certification from NMSDC, Becoming One of the First Publicly Traded Organizations to Achieve Important Designation
Bally’s Corporation (NYSE: BALY) today announced that it has achieved Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) certification through NMSDC (National Minority Supplier Development Council), positioning the Company as the first publicly traded gaming organization to earn this designation — a milestone that underscores Bally’s leadership in advancing supplier diversity, equitable economic participation, and inclusive growth at scale.
Giannoulias’ Auto Insurance Reform Bill Passes Illinois Senate
Senate Bill 714 builds on the Secretary of State’s statewide Driving Change initiative, which was launched to address rising and increasingly unaffordable insurance costs and spotlight unfair and discriminatory ratemaking practices impacting Illinois drivers. Meanwhile, Illinois remains one of only two states without a process to review or challenge rate increases.
Help.Guide.Thrive Launched in Illinois as Community Operations Care HUB
Help.Guide.Thrive (HGT HUB), a new Community Operations Care HUB in Illinois, has officially launched as a nonprofit organization founded by The HAP Foundation, Illinois Public Health Association (IPHA), and Illinois Primary Health Care Association (IPHCA). The HGT HUB will support networks of healthcare providers and community-based organizations (CBOs) by coordinating resources and services that address a broad range of health-related social needs.
