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MAYOR BRANDON JOHNSON AND ELECTED OFFICIALS HELP UNVEIL REDESIGNED ENGLEWOOD VILLAGE PLAZA
Grow Greater Englewood unveiled the 5th Annual Englewood Village Market at the redesigned Englewood Village Plaza on Saturday, June 22. The dedication ceremony took place on a former vacant lot on the southwest corner of 58th and Halsted Streets, which now serves as the main entry point along the proposed Englewood Nature Trail.
WALMART TO DONATE CHATHAM JOB TRAINING FACILITY TO CHICAGO URBAN LEAGUE TO BENEFIT THE SOUTH SIDE
Today, Walmart announced the company plans to donate its 15,000+-square-foot Walmart Academy job training facility in the Chatham community to the Chicago Urban League. The donation will be final once the property is separated from a larger parcel and closing conditions are satisfied.
Biden-Harris Campaign 2024 Commits $1.5 Million Advertising Buy with the Black Press of America
Baltimore, MD, June 22, 2024: The Biden-Harris Campaign announced an immediate commitment to a $1.5 Million advertising-buy with the National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA) representing the Black Press of America across the United States. The Biden-Harris Campaign also helped to sponsor the NNPA’s 2024 Annual National Convention in Baltimore, Maryland, June 19-22, 2024.
Westside Youth Football Team Seeks Donations for Fundraiser Luncheon
Thee Chicago Jokers Youth Football Team will hold a Fundraiser Luncheon Saturday June 22nd 2024 1pm-3pm @True Freedom Ministries 171 N. Cuyler, Oak Park, IL to raise funds for the Chicago vs Florida Challenge Game Championship in Orlando/Kissimmee Florida July 5th – 8th.
CIVIL RIGHTS LEADER, HUMANITARIAN, AND TRAILBLAZER PRISON CHAPLAIN, REV. HELEN SINCLAIR DIES AT 103
Reverend Helen Sinclair, affectionately known as "Queen Mother," passed away at the age of 103, leaving behind a legacy of unwavering dedication to civil rights, humanitarianism, and prison ministry. Her remarkable life was a testament to her faith and her tireless commitment to serving others, especially the marginalized and incarcerated.
Tuskegee University Names Dr. Mark Brown as 10th President
Tuskegee, Alabama -- The Tuskegee University Board of Trustees is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Mark Brown ‘86 as the university's 10th president and chief executive officer. Dr Brown's selection is the first time in Tuskegee's nearly 143-year history that an alum will lead the university. He will begin his tenure on July 1.
Black Voters Matter Is Proud to Be A First-Time Sponsor of the Tom Joyner Fantastic Voyage
Black Voters Matter (BVM) is proud to join forces with Urban One, the nation’s largest Black-owned multi-media company to inform and empower listeners about the importance of the 2024 election and the impact they will have on Black and marginalized communities. This opportunity will provide some 22 million listeners with access to relevant and timely voter information, a digital resource page, and engaging discourse on various social and racial justice topics across multiple platforms including Reach Media, Radio One, and the Urban One podcast network, in addition to on-site activations including this year’s Tom Joyner Fantastic Voyage and much more.
Piston Group Selects Former Honda Executive Mamadou Diallo as Chief Executive Officer
Mamadou Diallo, formerly the senior vice president of Auto Sales of American Honda Motor Co., Inc. has been named chief executive officer for the Piston Group. He will report to Founder and Chairman Vinnie Johnson.
ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL REACHES $700 MILLION SETTLEMENT WITH JOHNSON & JOHNSON
Attorney General Kwame Raoul, as part of a bipartisan group of 43 attorneys general, announced a nationwide settlement with Johnson & Johnson (J&J) to resolve allegations the company deceptively promoted and misled consumers in advertisements related to the safety and purity of some talcum powder products, including baby powder and body powder.
ILLUMINARIUM DEBUTING AT CHICAGO’S NAVY PIER THIS SUMMER
Think VR without the glasses. Illuminarium, a breakthrough global experiential entertainment company created by worldwide leaders in cinematic immersion, theatrical design, and venue operations, is officially headed to Chicago’s iconic Navy Pier this summer. Set to open its doors on Friday, June 28, the immersive venue will debut with two breathtaking experiences: WILD: A Safari Experience and SPACE: A Journey to the Moon and Beyond. Known as “the place that can take you anyplace,” the awe-inspiring 32,000 square-foot entertainment venue will be located within the former Crystal Gardens venue, marking the company’s fifth Illuminarium location following Las Vegas, Atlanta, Toronto, and Macau, China.
Assessor Kaegi shows support for legislation to expand property tax savings for homeowners
Cook County Assessor Fritz Kaegi expressed his support for several bills passed through the state legislature this session that will expand access to exemptions for Cook County residents.
President Obama Joins Construction Workers to Mark Obama Presidential Center Milestone
President Obama visited the Obama Presidential Center construction site on Chicago’s South Side to mark a significant milestone in the building of the Center. The Museum Building, the tallest building on the 19.3 acre campus, has reached its full height of 225 feet, known in the construction industry as “topping out.”
ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL ADVOCATES FOR INCREASED OVERSIGHT OF PRIVATE EQUITY HEALTH CARE TRANSACTIONS AND PRACTICES
Attorney General Kwame Raoul, as part of a multistate coalition of 11 attorneys general, submitted a comment letter in response to the Federal Trade Commission and U.S. Departments of Justice and Health and Human Services’ request for information regarding consolidation in health care by private equity. In their letter, the attorneys general lay out possible enforcement and regulatory actions to address the detrimental effects of private equity health care transactions that have harmed patients and undermined the financial viability of health care providers.
Nearly 200 Teachers Join Chicago Public Schools After Completing Rigorous Teacher Residency Program
Chicago Public Schools (CPS) CEO Pedro Martinez, Chicago Teachers Union President Stacy Davis Gates and community members Monday night honored 193 new resident teachers who will lead classrooms next fall through an innovative CPS program that helps current employees or career changers, earn the educational degrees, credentials, and on-the-job experience needed to become CPS teachers. The 2024 inductees represent the program’s largest cohort to date.
