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Harper Celebrates Successful 4th Annual Black Farmers & Growers Lobby Day
State Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, celebrated a successful and impactful 4th Annual Black Farmers & Growers Lobby Day at the Illinois State Capitol, where farmers, advocates, organizers, community leaders, youth activists, and environmental justice organizations from across Illinois and beyond came together to champion equity in agriculture, expand healthy food access, and strengthen local food systems.
VEHICLES FOR CHANGE AWARDS CARS TO HIRE360 WORKFORCE TRAINEES ENTERING THE TRADES
Workforce trainees pursuing careers in the trades received critical support on May 8 as Vehicles for Change, with donations from Constellation, awarded low cost vehicles to trades trainees identified through HIRE360, and other workforce development programs across Illinois. The event, held at Liberty Auto City in Libertyville, addressed a major barrier to employment by providing low-cost vehicles to trainees entering the trades, making it easier to access job sites and apprenticeship opportunities.
The 5 Most Common Mistakes Homeowners Make with Property Taxes
Every year, my office hears from thousands of homeowners who run into problems with their property taxes due to common errors. Here are the five most common mistakes homeowners make and what you can do to avoid them.
St. Bernard Hospital Achieves Spring ‘A’ Grade from The Leapfrog Group and Continues Its Commitment to Quality Care on the South Side
St. Bernard Hospital announced recently that it has earned its 3rd consecutive “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, marking another important milestone in its continued growth and commitment to delivering high-quality, safe care to patients in Englewood and across the South Side. This is the hospital’s 5th “A” grade in the last three years.
Nominations now open for 2026 Landmarks Illinois Richard H. Driehaus Foundation Preservation Awards
Landmarks Illinois is accepting nominations for the 2026 Landmarks Illinois Richard H. Driehaus Foundation Preservation Awards. The annual awards program recognizes exceptional efforts in preserving, restoring and revitalizing historic places in Illinois. Nominations are due June 1, 2026, and can be submitted online here.
Civil Rights Icon Cecil Williams Endorses Brandon Brown
The Brandon Brown for U.S. Senate campaign is proud to announce the endorsement of civil rights icon, renowned photographer, and founder of the South Carolina Civil Rights Museum, Cecil Williams.
Rep. Ford, Rep. Morris, Ald. Rodriguez-Sanchez, Coalition of Public Health and Community Leaders Support Overdose Prevention Site in Illinois
State Rep. La Shawn K. Ford, D-Chicago, recently convened a press conference at Rush University Medical Center to highlight new research on overdose prevention sites (centers) and encourage the establishment of an overdose prevention site on the city’s West Side.
UChicago Medicine invests $1.1 billion in community benefits for fiscal 2025
UChicago Medicine invested $1.1 billion in community benefits in fiscal 2025, supporting health and economic opportunity across the South Side, south suburbs and Northwest Indiana.
FALLEN LOCAL U.S. ARMY CAPTAIN COMMEMORATED AND THE ANNOUNCEMENT OF HIS LEGACY SCHOLARSHIP
The Family of U.S. Army Captain Antoine Marvin Lewis publicly detailed his advocacy for education and his undying Love for youth. Military Veterans showed support
Cook County Clerk Monica Gordon to Join Chicago Urban League Policy Summit Monday Evening
Cook County Clerk Monica Gordon will join the Chicago Urban League and other community leaders for a timely conversation on protecting voting rights and strengthening civic participation at a community town hall meeting Monday evening.
FAA's O'Hare Action Is a Win for Families Squeezed by Rising Prices
American families know the squeeze of rising prices all too well. Increasingly, we’re discussing with our friends and co-workers how there is “more month than money”. And unfortunately, there's little sign of relief in sight.
LIVING WORD CHRISTIAN CENTER RALLIES CHICAGOLAND COMMUNITIES TO MEET REAL NEEDS WITH REAL LOVE ON GOOD NEIGHBOR DAY
Living Word Christian Center (LWCC) in Forest Park, Illinois, has been selected as the Chicago flagship location for Good Neighbor Day, a nationwide day of service taking place on Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The local event will take place in front of the Forest Park Plaza, located at 7630 West Roosevelt Road.
Not Now, Not Ever
There is something happening in this country that too many of us are watching—but not responding to. Rights are rarely taken away all at once. More often, they are narrowed quietly, adjusted incrementally, and redefined slowly—until one day, what was once permitted is no longer allowed—gone.
Historic Inaugural Chicago HBCU Baseball Classic Draws Fans, Celebrates Culture at Wrigley Field
History was made under the lights at Wrigley Field as Alabama A&M University defeated Prairie View A&M University, 10–7, in the inaugural Chicago HBCU Baseball Classic — the first time Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) competed on one of baseball’s most iconic stadiums. Alabama A&M first baseman Zack Rice earned Most Valuable Player honors following a standout performance that helped secure the victory.
