Clerk Spyropoulos launched a new customer service survey today, making it available to anyone online or at the office’s dozen public-facing locations across the county. The move is just one of many steps the new Clerk is taking to make the office more transparent, accountable and accessible since taking the oath of office in December.
With over 33 million small businesses in the U.S. but fewer than 4,000 franchise brands, Black Box Franchising, the nation’s premier franchise development firm is on a mission to close the gap by making franchise ownership more accessible, and as such, has partnered with renowned entrepreneur and business strategist Stormi Banks to launch the nation’s first-ever Franchisor Grant, an unprecedented initiative designed to help small business owners scale their brands into national franchises. The $5,000 grant is available to small business owners within the United States interested in franchising their businesses and who submit their applications by Friday, Feb. 28. Interested applicants can apply on the Black Box Franchising website: blackboxfranchising.com.
Ballet 5:8 proudly announces Struggle and Resilience: Celebrating Black and Latina Women in the Arts, a groundbreaking evening of dance, spoken word, and music. Taking the stage at the Kehrein Center for the Arts, this production highlights the artistry, struggles, and triumphs of women who remain underrepresented in the world of classical ballet, particularly in Chicago.
The City Colleges of Chicago (CCC) Foundation held a Celebration of Black Learner Excellence at Malcolm X College (1900 W. Jackson Street in Chicago)on February 13, 2025 to share how, along with its incredible partners and through its learning agenda, it is successfully supporting students, resulting in improved student outcomes, especially for Black students. In doing this work, City Colleges is putting students on the path to upward mobility and generational wealth.
David Day is the Chairman of the Board of the 100 Black Men of Chicago, he is on the Cook County Economic Advisory Council and a member of Chicago Chapter of the National Black MBA Association.
As the 2025 Illinois state legislative session gets underway, advocates for individuals impacted by Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia are rallying support for transformative legislation aimed at supporting families and caregivers. The Alzheimer’s Association Illinois Chapter is leading the charge with an exciting statewide campaign to amplify the voices of those who have been affected by the disease.
These days are turbulent and trying. There is a concerted effort to destabilize and stoke fear with uncertainty and chaos. The very foundation of our society is being inspected for dismantling while those in the position to stop this unraveling do nothing or acquiesce to the orders given. This country’s path towards stability, equity, and sustainability will grow narrower and more obscure from here.
Evelyn Green knew as a child that a resident’s zip code could determine whether they had access to health care, the quality of care and life expectancy. Growing up on the South side of Chicago she was aware of comorbidities that were related to access to quality health care. Coupled with her concern for social and economic injustices, she decided she wanted to go into public health, with a goal to eliminate health disparities.
his past week, the City of Harvey hosted two pivotal events aimed at revitalizing the community and fostering economic growth. On February 8, the city held a Homeowners Workshop to provide valuable resources to residents, followed by the Harvey Lofts Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony on February 12, marking a $19 million private investment in housing and urban development.
Chicagoans attended Equal Hope’s 3rd Annual “Teal Talk” Health & Resource Fair recently at the Humboldt Park Field House, held in honor of National Cervical Cancer Awareness Month in January. Teal is the color representing cervical cancer.
Liberty Bank and Trust proudly announces that its President, Todd McDonald, has been sworn in as the new Chairman of the National Bankers Association (NBA), succeeding Robert E. James II, President and CEO of Carver Financial Corporation. This marks another significant leadership transition for the NBA as it continues its mission of protecting and expanding inclusive banking across the nation.
For the third year, the Superintendents’ Commission for the Study of Demographics and Diversity (SCSDD) and UNCF, the United Negro College Fund, are joining forces to raise scholarship money for students in the Chicagoland area. The “Investing in Our Future” Scholarship Gala will be held on Friday, February 21, from 6 to 11 p.m. at the Tinley Park Convention Center, 18451 Convention Center Drive, Tinley Park. Visit investinginourfuture.myle.com for more information.