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Giannoulias to Illinois Drivers: Ditch the DMV Modernization, new efficiencies eliminate most in-person DMV visits
That’s because Illinoisans can now obtain more DMV services and complete more transactions online. In addition, Giannoulias unveiled a series of new measures aimed at reducing wait times if a DMV visit is required.
Representative Debbie Meyers-Martin Advocates For Consumers
Debbie Meyers-Martin represent the 38th District in the Illinois Legislature as a State Representative. There are 109,000 people in the District, which encompasses nine municipalities: Matteson, Country Club Hills, Hazel Crest, Oak Forest, Tinley Park, Frankfort, Mokena, Olympia Fields and Richton Park.
Author’s Books Put Black Love And Romance At The Forefront Of The Stories
Katrina Anderson, whose pen name is Kay Shanee, started writing books when she was encouraged to write a novel about her and her husband’s love story. They have been married for more than 26 years.
Walgreens Expression Challenge Gives Young People A Safe Space To Create
In 2009, Walgreens created a competition that would give young people the opportunity to express themselves creatively. In the beginning the focus was to address HIV/AIDS and other sexually transmitted diseases among high school students. There were 300 entries the first year. The goal was to create awareness and promote education.
Advocate Trinity Hospital Cardiology Unit Puts Patients On The Fast Track
Advocate Trinity Hospital has created a clinic that enables patients with heart-related issues direct care from a cardiologist. The Fast Track Cardiology Clinic makes it so a patient experiencing a low-risk cardiac episode doesn’t have to wait in the emergency room for a bed to be available in the hospital.
Discover and the Discover Global Network Team Up with Top Chicago Entrepreneurs for an Exclusive Lunch and Learn at Bronzeville Winery
On January 19th, a dynamic collaboration with Discover and the Discover Global Network, joined 75 of the most innovative and diverse entrepreneurs in Chicago for an exclusive gathering, as part of the much-anticipated 4th installment of Discover’s Orange Table Talk series at the Bronzeville Winery.
THE BOSS NETWORK ANNOUNCES THE THIRD YEAR OF ITS “BOSS IMPACT FUND” AND THE LAUNCH OF “PATHWAYS TO SUCCESS” ITS EXCITING NEW PARTNERSHIP
The BOSS Network, an online community of professional and entrepreneurial women who support each other through digital content, programs and event-based networking, is excited to announce two exciting initiatives that will take place during its yearlong celebration highlighting its 15th anniversary milestone year. The BOSS Network and Sage (via the Sage Foundation)—the leader in accounting, financial, HR, and payroll technology for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs),—announce the return of the BOSS Impact Fund and its three-year, $1.5 million commitment to support the Fund with the “Invest in Progress” grant investing in Black women led businesses. In addition, The BOSS Network will partner with both Sage and Swoop, a global fintech company specializing in funding solutions for businesses, on the launch of “Pathways to Success”–a new training and mentorship program designed to support Black women entrepreneurs in Atlanta.
ENDORSEMENTS POUR IN FOR COOK COUNTY BOARD OF REVIEW COMMISSIONER LARRY ROGERS JR IN BID FOR RE-ELECTION
Larry Rogers Jr- Cook County Board of Review Commissioner (3rd District) – is expressing his gratitude and appreciation for the scores of endorsements that he has recently received in his bid to be re-elected to a sixth term as the Cook County Board of Review Commissioner representing the 3rd District.
Two Southside Agencies Provide Lifesaving Services for Vulnerable Homeless Population Throughout Chicago’s Bitter Cold Weather Emergency.
Matthew House Chicago and Featherfist, two prominent Southside agencies are among the city of Chicago's oldest Black-owned organizations serving individuals who are experiencing homelessness, announce extended operation hours in response to severe weather conditions. Each agency has been providing additional emergency services since January 12, and both agencies are committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of individuals experiencing homelessness during these challenging periods.
Candidate for Cook County Circuit Court Clerk, Mariyana Spyropoulos, Gets Big Endorsement
Metropolitan Water Reclamation District Commissioner, Mariyana Spyropoulos, received the coveted endorsement of the Chicago Federation of Labor for her campaign to be the next circuit court clerk. Spyropoulos is challenging incumbent Iris Martinez, who won the seat after long time clerk Dorothy Brown decided not to seek reelection.
Meet Charis Jones, the fashion CEO changing lives in Africa and beyond
Charis Jones, CEO and Creative Director of Sassy Jones, is the first black female entrepreneur to build two girls dormitories at a Kenyan education center in Africa. Her initiatives have allowed prepubescent young girls to live separately from the boys, while maturing into confident young women. A percentage of every purchase with the brand goes toward the supplies to aid in the epidemic of menstrual poverty and the success of school in Kenya. In commemoration of the brand's philanthropic efforts, Sassy Jones designed a collection inspired by precious moments with the tribes and children.
Resolving the Crisis in Haiti
On January 6, Rainbow/PUSH was pleased to commemorate Haitian Independence Day at its National Headquarters in recognition of the birth of the first Black Republic in the western hemisphere. January 1, 1804. Haiti was born after enslaved Africans defeated the vaunted army of Napoleon Bonaparte. Haitian Independence Day at Rainbow/PUSH was organized in conjunction with Emancipation Day which commemorates the Emancipation Proclamation issued by Abraham Lincoln on January 1, 1863. The Proclamation freed most of the enslaved Africans in the U.S.
MAYOR BRANDON JOHNSON AND DCASE ANNOUNCE CITY OF CHICAGO 2024 SUMMER FESTIVAL AND EVENTS DATES
Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) announced the 2024 dates for some of the City of Chicago’s favorite summertime traditions.
TIMELINE THEATRE ANNOUNCES CAST FOR CHICAGO PREMIERE OF ANNA DEAVERE SMITH’S NOTES FROM THE FIELD
Mildred Marie Langford, Adhana Reid and Shariba Rivers will give voice to 18 real-life people caught in America’s school-to-prison pipeline in TimeLine Theatre’s Chicago premiere of Notes from the Field by Anna Deavere Smith. This trio of top Chicago actors is primed to shine a bright light on their stories in this first-person documentary piece by one of our most accomplished contemporary theater artists.