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RENOWN AFRICAN AMERICAN CORPORATE EXECUTIVE TO BE APPOINTED TO CHAIRMAN OF THE SOUTHLAND CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Hundreds will gather and celebrate the appointment of one of Cook County’s most respected and premier community advocates, Ms. Bonita Parker. Ms. Parker is being installed as the Chairman of the prestigious Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce. (CSCC)
MOTHER AND DAUGHTER RELEASE BLACK HISTORY & HANDWRITING BOOKS
"A Handwriting and Black History Book" – Volumes 1, 2, and 3 will be released on Saturday, February 25th, in connection with Black History Month at a forum at 11824 S. Western Ave., Chicago, from 11:30 A.M. The books, written for children of all ages, focusing on the experiences of Black people, were published by NAD Thompson and Associates, a new publishing firm in Chicago."
MAJOR BLACK HISTORY MONTH CELEBRATION TO HONOR AFRICAN AMERICANS WHO HAVE BEEN CREDITED WITH THEUPWARD MOBILITY OF THE AFRICAN AMERICAN COMMUNITY
(Richton Park, Illinois)-Calvin Jordan- Rich Township Supervisor and Democratic Committeeman along with Village of Matteson Mayor, Sheila Chalmers-Currin- will be joined by the Rich Township Board of Trustees, Village of Matteson Trustees, and over 700 hundred of business leaders, elected officials, civic and clergy leaders in honoring ten African American giants as part of the 4TH annual Rich Township Black History Month Gala and Awards Celebration.
THE DUSABLE MUSEUM PRESENTS ADRIAN DUNN”S “EMANCIPATION: ACT 2” FEATURING THE ADRIAN DUNN SINGERS
The DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center is pleased to present Emancipation: Act 2 by Adrian Dunn with the Adrian Dunn Singers at the Museum on Sunday, February 26, 2023, at 6:30 PM.
Black-Woman Owned Tech Company, Sparkee, Introduces the World's First Two Part Charging System Portable Device
"Our world is becoming more reliant on our tech devices and it's time to start innovating the charging experience," said founder and creator Kyla Wilkinson. "I searched unsuccessfully for an aesthetically pleasing product that would charge my mobile devices without taking up too much space, so I decided to create one myself - because consumers shouldn't have to choose between a creative design and better battery life."
Progress continues in critical upgrade of Chicago’s natural gas delivery system
The Peoples Gas program to modernize Chicago’s antiquated natural gas delivery system continued its steady progress in the fourth quarter of 2022. Data from the quarter, and for all of 2022, has been reported to the Illinois Commerce Commission as part of the commission’s extensive oversight of the Safety Modernization Program.
OUTFRONT Media Celebrates Black History Month with Campaigns to Honor Black Creators and African American Artists
OUTFRONT Media (NYSE: OUT) launched several OOH campaigns to celebrate and honor the lives, legacies, and artistry of Black Americans throughout Black History Month this February. The campaigns include a partnership with AdAge spotlighting Black creators on billboards throughout the United States and two series celebrating African American artists and artists of color via separate partnerships with MoMA and Artsy.
McDonald's USA ® Joins Forces with Keke Palmer to Shine a Light on Ten Black Visionaries Through the 2023 Black & Positively Golden Change Leaders Program
McDonald's USA has a long history of investing in Black leaders who are taking steps now to create a brighter tomorrow. And, the Golden Arches and its Owner/Operators unveil the 2023 Black & Positively Golden Change Leaders – a collective of 10 young, Black movers-and-shakers who inspire and enact remarkable change in their communities and beyond. Each Change Leader will receive $20,000, totaling $200,000 collectively, and will have access to elevated platforms to amplify their community missions, ranging from financial literacy to equality across the education system to mental health advocacy.
ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL CAUTIONS DONORS TO BE WARY OF SCAMS TIED TO EARTHQUAKE RELIEF EFFORTS
Attorney General Kwame Raoul urged Illinois residents who plan to donate to support Turkey and Syria earthquake relief efforts to be on the lookout for fundraising scams. Raoul warned donors who want to give to the earthquake relief efforts to be wary of requests for clothing, food or other in-kind donations, which may not be appropriate.
THE DUSABLE WELCOMES PNC BANK’S PATRICK MCGEE AS NEW BOARD OF TRUSTEES CHAIRMAN
The DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center announced the appointment of Patrick McGee as the museum’s new chairman of the board of trustees. McGee succeeds Patricia Knazze who served as chairwoman for five years and nearly twenty years as a dedicated board member.
Achieving the Dream selects 5 City Colleges of Chicago and 5 other colleges in 4 states (CA, IL, NM, NY) to launch new three-year economic and social mobility initiative
Achieving the Dream, a reform network of 300 community colleges across the nation, announced today that it has selected 10 colleges from four states to participate in the new three-year Accelerating Equitable Outcomes cohort. The aim is to implement comprehensive strategies to help more students, especially Black, Latinx, Indigenous, and students of color and from high-poverty backgrounds, earn postsecondary credentials, including occupational certificates and degrees and create pathways to jobs with living-sustaining wages, benefits, and potential for upward mobility.
MAYOR LIGHTFOOT ANNOUNCES 12 RECIPIENTS OF $27 MILLION IN COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT GRANTS
Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot announced today that 12 neighborhood businesses and nonprofit organizations are set to receive more than $27 million in Community Development Grants. Ranging from approximately $54,000 to $5 million, the grants will support neighborhood investments for local cooperative grocery stores, health centers, music education centers, and locally owned restaurants. Grants will be used to fund interior renovations, new construction, and other eligible costs.
Mentoring Youth Through Technology Announces New Board Leadership and upcoming 10-Year Anniversary Gala
“I am excited about the new leadership team,” said MYTT Nominations Chair Bruce Cook.” Each of them bring to MYTT a wealth of professional, business and management experiences gained through service in the private, public and not-for-profit sectors. Equally important, each shares a passion for MYTT and its mission to make opportunities in technology accessible to youth in underserved and under resourced communities through exposure, instruction and mentoring. MYTT welcomes its new leadership team and embraces the possibilities they represent for the organization and its stakeholders.”
Illinois Office of Tourism is Making Learning About Black History Easier and More Accessible
The Illinois Office of Tourism (IOT) is helping make learning about Black history more accessible in Illinois as it recognizes the importance of celebrating the expansive African American communities that are part of our state.