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Customers urged to stay connected if they are behind on bills Residential heating bills were $75 lower this winter
Peoples Gas is urging customers who are behind on their energy bills to reach out as soon as possible to avoid disconnection. The state’s winter residential disconnection moratorium expired at the start of April.
UNCF – THE UNITED NEGRO COLLEGE FUND – ANNOUNCES QUARLES’ STEVEN HUNTER TO CHAIR 2024 “A MIND IS…” (AMI) GALA CHICAGO
Steven Hunter, Chicago Office Litigation and Dispute Resolution Chairman at Quarles & Brady LLP and co-chair of the firm’s diversity, equity, and inclusion committee, is chairing the UNCF Chicago 2024 “A Mind Is…” Gala. Quarles is the Presenting Sponsor. The gala will be held on June 15, 2024, 7:00 p.m., at the Hyatt Regency Chicago.
MAYOR JOHNSON ANNOUNCES PROPOSED CITY ASSISTANCE FOR FOUR LOOP ADAPTIVE RE-USE PROJECTS
Four adaptive re-use projects within the Loop’s historic financial district will be formally proposed for development assistance this Spring as part of the City of Chicago’s ongoing commitment to mixed-use, mixed-income vitality downtown, Mayor Brandon Johnson announced.
HEALTH GROUPS FILE SECOND LAWSUIT AGAINST THE US FDA
The African American Tobacco Control Leadership Council (AATCLC), Action on Smoking and Health (ASH), and the National Medical Association (NMA), represented by Christopher Leung of Leung Law PLLC, have filed a second lawsuit against the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the agency’s inaction on issuing a final rule banning menthol cigarettes. This lawsuit comes more than seven months after the FDA’s initial date for finalizing the new rule and follows the FDA’s 15-year delay in equitable policymaking.
30-Year Media Veteran Michele Ghee Joins Athlete Fan Owned media company PlayersTV
PlayersTV, the first ever athlete owned media network and content provider dedicated to lifestyle and culture, proudly announces the appointment of Michele Ghee, CEO of Expectant Media, as its first Chairwoman of the Board. With an esteemed career spanning three decades in media and entertainment, Ghee's extensive expertise will drive innovation and growth for PlayersTV. Furthermore, PlayersTV is extremely excited to welcome WNBA stars Alysha Clark and Chiney Ogwumike as investor owners, reinforcing the network's commitment to diversity and excellence.
COACH ANNOUNCES JAYSON TATUM AS NEW AMBASSADOR
Coach announces American professional basketball player Jayson Tatum as an ambassador for the house with a campaign launching today featuring Spring 2024 watches and sunwear. Rooted in Coach's Courage to Be Real mission of inspiring others through exploring all sides of yourself with confidence, the partnership marks a new chapter in the house's vision of Expressive Luxury and purpose-driven storytelling that champions fashion as a platform for courageous self-expression.
Walk Your Way to Better Health
(Family Features) A walk is not just good for your body, it's also good for your soul. Physical activity, like walking, is one of the best ways to reduce stress and boost your mood. However, reports show walking rates are declining steadily in the United States.
RICE Announces Strategic Leadership Additions, Cementing Its Role as the Nation's Largest Entrepreneurial Hub
The Russell Innovation Center for Entrepreneurs (RICE), the largest center in the world dedicated to growing, scaling, and developing Black entrepreneurs proudly announces the strategic enhancement of its leadership team with two distinguished professionals, Shawn M. Graham, CPA, as Executive Vice President and Chief Administrative Officer along with Monica Delores Hooks, MBA, EDP, as Chief Experience Officer. Their collective expertise and proven track records are poised to propel RICE and its mission of fostering entrepreneurial excellence further
SOUR PATCH KIDS® Brand Seeks HBCU Students Who Inspire Transformative Change to Apply for its Fourth Annual Mischief for Change Scholarship
It's time for students to use their mischievous spirit for good! The Mischief for Change scholarship is now live for the 2024-2025 academic year. Funded by the SOUR PATCH KIDS Brand in partnership with Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF), current or prospective students at Historically Black College and Universities (HBCUs) can apply for one of 10 Mischief for Change scholarships.
100 BLACK MEN OF AMERICA, INC. LAUNCHES ITS "REAL MEN VOTE" CAMPAIGN
The nation's largest African American-led mentoring organization, 100 Black Men of America, Inc., announced today the launch of its "Real Men Vote" campaign and 14-city tour. The tour kicked off in Cleveland on April 1st at Premier Barbershop, and this effort is focused on delivering critical voter education and engagement ahead of the 2024 Presidential election.
THE TOP 10 THINGS TO EXPERIENCE AT THE OTHER ART FAIR CHICAGO
Prepare to immerse yourself in a vibrant celebration of emerging artists as The Other Art Fair returns for its 6th Chicago edition at Artifact Events from April 11-14. The Other Art Fair Chicago will feature original works of art from 110+ independent Artists and will kick off with an Opening Night event on Thursday, April 11, Interactive Workshops, Guest Artists, DJ Sets, Art Swap Shop and so much more. Here are the top TEN things to see and do:
8th Annual Chicago Rum Festival Returns with a Focus on Education
The 8th Annual Chicago Rum Fest is back and better than ever, bringing together rum lovers and trade professionals from all over the country on Saturday, April 20, at Logan Square Auditorium (2539 N Kedzie Blvd, Chicago, IL 60647). This year's event promises to be a one-of-a-kind experience, featuring premium rum expressions poured, speaker programing, entertainment, and more.
Cook County Department of Public Health Unveils Graphic Novel Campaign to Raise Awareness About Public Health
Cook County Department of Public Health (CCDPH) has launched a fresh campaign to address an age-old problem: Explaining the role of public health in building healthier communities.
Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs Pushes for Law Allowing Leftover College Savings Funds to Be Used for Retirement Savings
Illinois Treasurer Michael Frerichs urged state lawmakers to approve a bill that would allow parents who don’t use all the money in their Illinois 529 College Savings Accounts (Bright Start and Bright Directions) to roll over the funds into a Roth IRA.