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Customers urged to stay connected if they are behind on bills
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.
Gov. Pritzker Highlights Proposal to Eliminate $1 Billion in Medical Debt
Governor JB Pritzker joined Cook County President Toni Preckwinkle, the Department of Healthcare and Family Services, and advocates to highlight the State’s proposed $10 million investment to eliminate up to $1 billion in medical debt for 340,000 low-income Illinoisans. In partnership with Cook County, which already implemented a similar program for county residents, the event aimed to garner support for legislation that will fund a debt relief program statewide.
Reps. Kelly, Balderson Introduce Legislation to Combat Scams Targeting Seniors
.S. Reps. Robin Kelly (D-IL) and Troy Balderson (R-OH) introduced the Protecting Seniors from Emergency Scams Act, legislation aimed at raising awareness for scams targeting our nation’s seniors.
Illinois Reparations Coalition Advocates for Guaranteed Income Program as Drug War Reparations
On Tuesday, April 16, at the State of Illinois Building (555 West Monroe), the Illinois Reparations Coalition (IRC), spearheaded by Equity and Transformation (EAT), will address the R3 Board. The IRC aims to propose the reallocation of 25% of the funds from the R3 program to establish a guaranteed income initiative statewide.
Introducing Shot Bar's New Location
Shot Bar, the revolutionary med spa known for its cutting-edge treatments and inclusive atmosphere, is thrilled to announce the grand opening of its new location at 2444 N. Clark. This move marks an exciting chapter for Shot Bar as it expands its footprint to better serve its growing clientele.
Art Exhibit Shows And Tells The Stories Of Widows
LaTrice “Elle” Davis believes that everyone has the ability to bounce back from life’s challenges. One of her most frequent social media hashtags is #obstacle2opportunity, because she believes that with every obstacle people face there is an opportunity to do something greater or support someone, even in the midst of those challenges.
Larry’s Barber College Set For Expansion Of Facility And Education Programs
Larry E. Roberts, Jr. recently broke ground on a new facility for Larry’s Barber College. Along with the new facility, there will be an expansion in programs to include cosmetology, esthetics and nails.
University of Chicago Program Brings Mavis Staples To Campus
Musical legend Mavis Staples recently performed at the Reva and David Logan Center on the campus of the University of Chicago as part of the University’s Parrhesia Program for Public Discourse.
New Choice Intervention Provides Much Needed Mental Health Services To The Community
Dr. Tunde Ali started New Choice Intervention, Inc., in 2008 as a private practice and in 2014, he decided to work with individuals who had Medicaid.
One Night Only Performance Show Dance Company Entering ‘New Horizons’
The South Chicago Dance Theatre has been preparing for its one night only performance “New Horizons” since September of 2023. The performance will take place on Friday, April 27th, at the Auditorium Theatre, located at 50 E. Ida B. Wells Drive.
Josephinum Academy to Host “Walk for the Jo” Rally and Celebration
As the 134th consecutive school year draws to a close, Josephinum Academy of the Sacred Heart in Wicker Park will host Walk for the Jo, an on-campus celebration of the school’s mission to educate young women. Walk for the Jo will take place on Wednesday, May 8th from 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. The event is free and open to the public but attendance requires registering here. Complimentary parking is just one block away at 2359 W. Le Moyne St.
Illinois Students Descend on Peoria for SkillsUSA’s Elite Workforce Development Competition April 25-27
Thousands of students representing schools from Chicagoland to deep Southern Illinois are headed to Peoria for their version of a call-up to the big leagues: showing off how their skills match up against their peers and in front of potential employers for the successful careers they seek, in Illinois’ premier workforce development showcase.
UNITED NEGRO COLLEGE FUND AND FM OMNI CHANNEL RADIO STATION PARTNER TO HOLD FIRST RADIO THON, APRIL 25th
April 19, 2024 The United Negro College Fund (UNCF) was founded on April 25, 1944. In celebration of the 80th anniversary this year, t he First U NCF Omni Channel Radio Thon , a 24 hour event to raise money for college scholarships, will be held Thursday, April 25, at 5 a.m. CDT, through Friday, April 26, at 5 a.m. CDT on the FM Omni Channel Radio Station ™.
ICYMI: Midwest Democratic Leaders Emphasize Party Strength and Unity Ahead of 2024 Democratic National Convention
As more than 400 Democratic leaders from across the country visited Chicago this week to preview the Democratic National Convention, Convention Chair Minyon Moore and state party chairs from Midwest battleground states highlighted the role of Midwest Democrats in bringing the story of the party and President Biden to the American people at this year’s DNC.
