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Book Has Rules Of Engagement For The Journey To Womanhood
Shaneen Murray set out to write a guide for bachelorettes who are 40-plus years old seeking love and romance. During the pandemic, she was on the Clubhouse app, and she went into a room for writers. She spoke with the man who was moderating the room and he suggested they talk offline.
Iris Martinez Is Seeking Re-Election For Clerk Of The Circuit Court Of Cook County
As Clerk of the Circuit Court of Cook County, Iris Martinez is the keeper of the records. She wants to work toward a more transparent office.
MWRD Commissioner Seeks New Role As Clerk of Circuit Court of Cook County
Mariyana Spyropoulos is running for Clerk of the Circuit Court of Cook County. Spyropoulos is currently a Commissioner of the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District. She has been in that role since 2010.
Black American Politics At The Center Of ‘Purpose’
The theme of family, legacy and politics are central themes of playwright Brendan Jacob- Jenkins’ “Purpose,” which premieres at the Steppenwolf Theatre on March 14th
Josephinum Academy of the Sacred Heart to Provide Full Tuition Scholarships to the Entire Incoming Freshman Class
Through the generosity of its donors, Josephinum Academy of the Sacred Heart today announced that its THRIVE Scholarship program intends to cover the entire tuition bill for every qualifying incoming freshman for the 2024-2025 school year. It is a historic first for the 134-year-old all girls Catholic high school and will help alleviate financial pressures faced by families across Chicago. Up to 40 scholarships will be offered, which is the current enrollment maximum for the incoming class.
Klarna teams up with Chicago cross-stitch designer Emma "Stitch Gawd" McKee
Klarna, the AI powered global payments network and shopping assistant, announced today its latest collaboration with Chicago-based designer Emma "The Stitch Gawd" McKee, who will design a new special edition sneaker for the Bulls' beloved mascot, Benny The Bull, as part of Klarna's multi-year partnership as the official shopping partner of the legendary Chicago Bulls. "The Stitch Gawd" presented the shoes to Benny at The Bulls' Feb. 27 home game against the Detroit Pistons.
Why is skin disease often misdiagnosed and untreated in Black patients?
Skin disease in people of color is under-diagnosed, often goes untreated and is more deadly, according to the latest research.
Russell Innovation Center for Entrepreneurs (RICE) Announces $1 Million Grant by Comcast to Support Black Entrepreneurs
The Russell Innovation Center for Entrepreneurs (RICE), the largest center in the world dedicated to growing, scaling, and developing Black Entrepreneurs, proudly announces a $1 million grant by Comcast NBCUniversal to help advance RICE initiatives aimed at uplifting entrepreneurs in the Atlanta community and beyond. The grant will help propel the acceleration of Digital RICE, the "Level UP" Speaker Series, and the RICE Data Science Initiative, which together will provide mentorship and resources from renowned industry experts in legal, accounting, marketing, sales strategy, pricing, and HR, to grow the organization's support of Black entrepreneurs.
Giannoulias Advocates to Make Digital Driver’s Licenses & IDs Available in Illinois
Continuing his commitment to modernize the Secretary of State’s office, Secretary Alexi Giannoulias is championing legislation to allow Illinois residents to start using digital driver’s licenses and state IDs.
Giannoulias Pushes to Prohibit Discrimination in Auto Insurance Ratemaking
Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias has drafted legislation aimed at preventing insurance companies from using consumer information collected from outside data and algorithms to set discriminatory auto insurance rates.
Polished Pebbles Girls Mentoring Program Celebrates Women In Construction Week
With women representing under 4 percent of construction workers in the United States, Polished Pebbles Girls Mentorship Program is proud to announce programming for Women In Construction Week (through March 8th) with a series of job shadow opportunities for young girls in the Chicagoland area.
PEPSICO’S $5M COMMUNITY PROGRAM ENTERS THIRD YEAR OF IMPACT WITH YOUTH FROM CHICAGO’S SOUTH AND WEST SIDES
Building on its more than 100-year history in Chicago, local employer PepsiCo is entering the third year of its $5 million Pathways to Readiness and Empowerment Program (PREP), which aims to advance career opportunities for at least 3,000 youth from the South and West Sides. Since launching PREP in 2021, PepsiCo has invested in grassroots organizations that provide career resources to more than 2,200 youth and young adults through career exposure, paid internships, credentialing and full-time employment.
Rep. Rita Joins Local Leaders as Park District Takes Over Tinley Park Mental Health Center Site for Recreation Destination
Shovels and heavy machinery are busy at work. Progress is underway, and an exciting recreation destination is now on the way in Tinley Park.
WE GROWN NOW Wins Jury Best Feature Narrative At Pan African Film Festival
The 2024 Pan African Film & Arts Festival (PAFF) concluded its highly anticipated showcase of African and African diaspora cinema and arts with a standing room only awards ceremony brunch, honoring exceptional filmmakers who captivated audiences this year with their creative vision and storytelling prowess.
