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CTA Launches New Building Small Businesses (BSB) Program
The Chicago Transit Authority (CTA), in partnership with Ascend HUB Interactive (HI), announce the official launch of the CTA Building Small Businesses (BSB) Program, an innovative resource model and initiative designed to increase local small business participation in large-scale, government capital improvement projects. The BSB Program is the latest in a series of initiatives launched by the CTA to bring equity and inclusion to all aspects of its operations.
Chicago’s oldest community newspaper has new leadership
The Hyde Park Herald and the South Side Weekly, two groundbreaking Chicago newspapers, have joined forces. The merger paves the way to create a new and sustainable business model for community newspapers across the country.
U.S. REP. DAVIS VOTES FOR CHIPS AND SCIENCE ACT TO LOWER FAMILIES’ COSTS, POWER AMERICAN ECONOMIC INDEPENDENCE
Rep. Danny K. Davis recently voted for historic, bipartisan legislation to strengthen the financial future of Illinois families. The CHIPS and Science Act will boost America’s research advantage and safeguard our future economic and national security. Also, the CHIPS and Science Act will deliver a robust investment in America’s global competitiveness – creating jobs, slashing kitchen table costs, ending dependence on foreign manufacturers, and turbocharging American innovation. Previously passed by the Senate, this legislation now heads to the President’s desk to be signed into law.
The Power of the Truth
The truth has power. That is why an army of politicians, lawyers, political schemers, media personalities, and admirers of former President Donald Trump have tried so hard to keep Americans from learning the truth about his effort to overturn the 2022 election
Chicago Heights Officially Opens the Valve to Homewood for Lake Michigan Water Delivery
The Lake Michigan water the City of Chicago Heights will be delivering to the Village of Homewood and Flossmoor at favorable and predictable rates over the next 25-years officially began to flow yesterday.
State Treasurer Michael Frerichs Offers Tips on Tapping into Bright Start Money to Pay College Bills
It’s an exciting time for high school seniors and their parents throughout Illinois. Students have walked the stage at graduation and chosen a college after months of deliberation.
National Restaurant Association Show® 2022 Contributes to Local Charitable Food Organizations and International Humanitarian Efforts
The Show donated more than 71,000 pounds of food to Chicago-area anti-hunger organizations; Raises $12,500 for World Central Kitchen’s #ChefsForUkraine
Summer Money Tips for Kids
Remembering those first few paychecks you received for a summer job, babysitting gigs, or an allowance from your parents brings back the nostalgia of simpler times. Fast-forward to today, and your kids are probably going through a very similar moment in time.
1863 Ventures Addresses Shortfall of Capital for Black and Brown Entrepreneurs by Investing in 13 Portfolio Companies
1863 Fund is 1863 Ventures’ multi-sector investing strategy for New Majority entrepreneurs (i.e., business owners who have been historically marginalized).
CHOOSE CHICAGO AND THE CITY OF CHICAGO ANNOUNCED “WELCOME TO OUR NEIGHBORHOODS”
Chicago, (July 20, 2022) – Choose Chicago announced a new local neighborhood tourism campaign encouraging Chicago residents to explore the city’s 77 unique and diverse neighborhoods.
ComEd Seeking Four Nonprofit Organizations to Receive $1.8 Million in Climate-Friendly Grants
To help bring more climate-friendly assistance programs to northern Illinois families and businesses, ComEd today announced a $1.8 million competitive grant program to support nonprofit organizations in offering assistance programs focused on clean energy to limited-income customers in the communities the energy company serves.
“Heart of a Warrior” Contest Announces Chicago Winner
For the last month, the United States Army has been recognizing outstanding high school athletes in the Chicago Area through the “Heart of a Warrior” digital campaign. This campaign was sponsored by the US Army and activated by BRAINBOX Immersive Marketing. Five nominees shared their stories, displaying exceptional leadership skills, community service and overcoming adversity while exemplifying the same heart of a warrior that is displayed by the US Army. Their communities were encouraged to vote for the student athlete who most represented the ideals of the Heart of a Warrior campaign, but only one winner was chosen as the 2022 “Heart of a Warrior” Honor Recipient.
Molson Coors Expands Partnership with i.c.stars, Jumpstarting Technology Careers for Young Adults in Chicago and Milwaukee
Continuing its commitment to empowering the next generation of diverse leaders and inv esting in emerging technologies, Molson Coors is expanding its partner ship with Inner City Computer Stars (i.c.stars) to reach multiple cities in one cycle. For the first time ever, the program took on a regional approach t o solicit uniq u e ideas for a new innovation space in the Molson Coor s Chicago and Milwaukee c orporate offices. Earlier this month, i.c.stars alumni in Chicago and Milwaukee compete d in small groups to present their winning idea which all embraced cutting edge technologies . The winn ing team was announced on July 15 and included alumni students Angel Delgado and Khalil Hall.
The Kroc Center Chicago’s New Senior Officers
Majors Kendall and Katrina Mathews are the new senior officers of The Salvation Army Ray & Joan Kroc Corps Community Center. With 30 years in The Salvation Army, they bring to their new roles a wealth of experience and leadership to continue to serve the south side community.
