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Heartland Alliance Health To Remain Open, Thanks To Donation
Heartland Alliance Health has received a donation from One Health Centers, which will keep the two community health centers and three pantries open.
Parent University Chicago West Provides Workshops For Parents, With Free Childcare
Sonya Moore was looking for a place that catered to parents. When she was invited to Parent University, she was able to get a feel for the classes and workshops. She started to take classes and experience things she never had access to before, like art therapy and kickboxing. It changed her life.
Local Musician Featured In Flyover
Corey Wilkes grew up in a household and a family where there was music playing all of the time. He was exposed to Blues by one of his grandmothers and was exposed to Gospel by his other grandparents who were in the church. He also was raised during the early Hip Hop era.
Chef Renard Tucker Infuses Living Fresh Market's Hot Bar with a Unique Blend of Flavors from New Orleans and Beyond
The secret is out! Living Fresh Market's hot bar, led by the talented Chef Renard Tucker, has become the go-to destination for families who want to enjoy restaurant-quality meals without the hassle of grocery shopping or dining in a restaurant.
Alzheimer’s Association, Illinois Chapter Partners with Covenant United Church of Christ to Host Alzheimer’s Informational and Health Fair
The Alzheimer’s Association, Illinois Chapter, in collaboration with Covenant United Church of Christ, is excited to announce an Alzheimer’s Informational and Health Fair on Saturday, March 22, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Barbara W. Smith Family Life Center located at 1130 E. 154th Street, South Holland, IL 60473.
God Bless the Child
Life insurance is a crucial financial tool, but many people misunderstand its purpose and use. It is my intent to help bring the truth to light when you examine your policies or consider purchasing a life policy.
City of Gary and Hard Rock Proposal for Lake County Convention Center Gets Enthusiastic Support at Community Meeting
The proposal for a new Lake County Convention Center near Hard Rock Casino received enthusiastic support from a few hundred community members Thursday during a special meeting at St. Timothy Church.
Dangerous Chemicals Detected in 100% of Tested Braiding Hair
Whether they want to streamline their beauty regimen, add some gorgeousness before vacation, or prepare their little ones for a few weeks at sleepaway camp, many Black people will pick braided hairstyles as their go-to.
UNCF CHICAGO CALLS FAITH LEADERS TO HOST UNCF SUNDAYS IN MARCH
As society is in a continual state of flux, the Chicago office of UNCF, United Negro College Fund, is calling all pastors and faith leaders to support the organization with special donations in the month of March.
THE MAN BEHIND THE MAYOR IN MATTESON
The Village of Matteson has experienced tremendous growth and success during the tenure of Mayor Sheila Chalmers-Currin. In fact, Mayor Chalmers-Currin has received accolades for her leadership from the likes of Governor Pritzker, various municipal organizations, regional leaders, and civic organizations just to name a few.
ComEd Awards Scholarships to 9 Chicagoland Students, Aids Pursuit of STEM Degrees
Acting on its commitment to promoting equitable opportunities in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education, ComEd has announced nine students currently pursuing STEM-related degrees at Chicago State University (CSU) as its 2025 ComEd Scholars.
Live Nation Urban Announces Investment In Creator Marketing Platform Breakr
Live Nation Urban has announced its investment in Breakr, a pioneering creator marketing and tech platform. Breakr operates at the intersection of music, creators, and technology, empowering music labels, creative agencies, owned media properties, and brands to discover, select, pay, and contract with independent online content creators for promoting songs, products, and services.
From Resilience to Wealth: Dr. Trisha Bailey's Unbroken Inspires a New Generation of Entrepreneurs
In a world where resilience defines success, Dr. Trisha Bailey's journey stands as a testament to the power of perseverance and determination. In her bestselling memoir, Unbroken, Dr. Bailey shares her remarkable rise from adversity to becoming the wealthiest Jamaican-born woman, a billionaire business mogul, and a trailblazing philanthropist.
The Eagle Academy Foundation Celebrates 20 Years of Uplifting Young Men of Color Through Education, Pathways, and Leadership Training
The Eagle Academy Foundation works to ensure young men of color can live fully, learn joyfully, and lead courageously.