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Extraordinary Local Teen Named Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago 2025 Youth of the Year
Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago (BGCC), a non-profit dedicated to providing a safe and positive environment for the city's youth through mentorship and high-quality enrichment programming, is proud to announce Michael G. as the 2025 Youth of the Year. The Youth of the Year (YOY) Award is BGCC's most prestigious honor and recognizes exceptional Club members ages 14-18 for their leadership, service and outstanding academic achievements. Michael G. received a $10,000 scholarship and many other amazing prizes.
MAYOR BRANDON JOHNSON LAUNCHES ONE SUMMER CHICAGO ONLINE APPLICATION FOR 2025, SETS AMBITIOUS HIRING GOAL
Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Chicago Department of Family and Support Services (DFSS) announced the launch of the 2025 One Summer Chicago (OSC) application portal, marking another major expansion of the City's youth employment initiatives. This year, Mayor Johnson aims to connect an additional 1,000 young people to paid opportunities and life-skills development programs, bringing the total number of jobs to nearly 29,000.
Red Clay Dance Company’s 16 centers perseverance and legacy in Vershawn Sanders-Ward Revival and Bebe Miller Premiere
The Dance Center of Columbia College Chicago announces 16 by Red Clay Dance Company for three performances only, April 17-19, 2025, featuring Founding Artistic Director and CEO Vershawn Sanders-Ward (‘02)’s new staging of Written on the Flesh and a premiere by Bebe Miller—commissioned and set on Red Clay Dance Company dancers including Columbia alumni Amaya Arroyo (‘23) and Celeste Brace (‘23).
COMMISSIONER DONNA MILLER GETS APPROVAL ON KEY POLICY RESOLUTION AT 2025 NACo LEGISLATIVE CONFERENCE
During the first weekend in March, Cook County Commissioner Donna Miller attended the 2025 National Association of Counties (NACo) Legislative Conference in Washington, DC, where nearly 2,000 elected and appointed county officials convened to discuss federal policies impacting local governments. During the event, Commissioner Miller introduced a policy resolution that was unanimously approved in committee and by the full NACo Board.
Gov. Pritzker Touts Illinois’ High-Tech Economy and Future at SXSW
Governor Pritzker joined technology executives and enthusiasts at the South by Southwest Festival (SXSW) in Austin, Texas to showcase how Illinois is positioning itself as a leader in the sectors of tomorrow and growing the economy through high-tech industries. Governor Pritzker highlighted the state’s recent economic development success and pitched prospective businesses and entrepreneurs on building the future in Illinois.
BodyHealth Teams Up with All-Star Basketball Player Bam Adebayo to Launch NSF Sport-Certified Supplement Line
BodyHealth, a leader in science-backed nutritional supplements, is excited to announce its partnership with Miami All-Star basketball pro, Bam Adebayo. This collaboration underscores BodyHealth's commitment to delivering high-quality, top-tier products designed to fuel athletes and other like-minded individuals' pursuit of peak performance, recovery, and overall wellness.
Robin Proudie’s Fight For Reparations Is Meant To Inspire
Robin Proudie is the Founder of Descendants of Saint Louis University Enslaved (DSLUE). The non-profit organization is working to connect descendants of the University’s enslaved, allies and community members in ways that lead to remembrance, restoration and reparative justice. Proudie answered questions about reparative justice and how her model can be used nationally and locally in Chicago in the fight for reparations.
The Chicago Department Of Public Health Provides Updates To Residents
The Chicago Department of Public Health works with communities and partners to create an equitable, safe, resilient and healthy Chicago. Dr. Olusimbo Ige is the Commissioner of Chicago Department of Public Health. She provided updates that she thinks are beneficial to residents.
Einnim Creative Studio Is A Labor Of Love For The Owner
Elita Selmon began Einnim Creative Studio, her candle and apothecary company, about five years ago and opened a location in Oak Park in 2021. Now Selmon is focusing on providing e-commerce and events, along with a move to Oakbrook.
Clinician Wants People To Educate Themselves About STI’s And HIV
Tammy Rutledge always loved serving people. Growing up, serving people was part of her ministry at church and in her community. In College, Rutledge became a member of the Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., and continued serving people by doing community service as part of the organization, serving the elderly and visiting children’s hospitals, as well as raising and distributing funds to stop domestic violence.
Anti-Vaping And Anti-Smoking Initiatives Seek To Improve Health In Teens And Adults
The Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) has been trying to work to improve health outcomes by developing anti-vaping and anti-smoking initiatives for teens and adults. The “Me and Nic Broke Up,” initiative is geared toward getting teens to stop vaping, began in the Spring 2024. The adult anti-smoking initiative is part of CDPH’s newly formed Tobacco Community Coalition, which kicked off in December of 2024. Chioma Ejiofor is a Public Health Administrator who is leading the teen anti-vaping and adult anti-smoking initiatives for CDPH. She answered questions for the Citizen Newspaper about these initiatives.
Navigating Alzheimer's Disease: A Step-by-Step Approach to Diagnosis
Understanding Medical Journeys "Medical Journeys" is a comprehensive set of clinical resources designed for both medical professionals and the patients they serve. Each installment includes physician guidelines and downloadable patient resources, providing a structured path through the complexities of a disease. This ongoing support system ensures that both caregivers and patients have access to the information they need at every stage.
Look Before You Leap
You may have heard the adage, "look before you leap." This warning is especially true if you are contemplating "jumping the broom." I have had both relatives and friends ensnared in costly litigation because they did not have their financial affairs in order.
Build Illinois Homes Tax Credit is the right call for the state
In high-pressure moments, when everything is on the line, leaders must be able to make the right call. As March Madness takes hold this spring, Illinois lawmakers are encouraged to make the tough call regarding affordable housing.
