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ROMAN BANKS TO PLAY MICHAEL JACKSON IN THE FIRST NATIONAL TOUR OF “MJ”
Producers Lia Vollack, John Branca, John McClain, and Broadway In Chicago announced today that Roman Banks (Broadway’s Dear Evan Hansen and “High School Musical: The Musical: The Series”) will play the role of Michael Jackson in the First National Tour of MJ
Chicago Public Schools, Chicago Public Library Launch Literacy Programming for Summer 2023
As the 2022-23 school year comes to an end, Chicago Public Schools (CPS) and the Chicago Public Library (CPL) are reminding students about the many summer reading and literacy programs and resources across the city. The two Chicago organizations offer summer literacy programming for students of all ages at schools and libraries, providing opportunities for students to catch up, accelerate, or develop proactive habits as independent lifelong learners.
REPARATIONS UNITED WANTS EXECUTIVE ORDER FOR REPARATIONS
A national organization with local roots is seeking an Executive Order for Reparations as the push for redress for the impact slavery had on African Americans continues.
NEWLY APPOINTED STATE REPRESENTATIVE TALKS ABOUT HER NEW ROLE
Kimberly Du Buclet was recently appointed 5th District Illinois State Representative on May 13th. Previously, she was on the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District Board of Commissioners.
SOCIAL IMPACT ORGANIZATION SETS OUT TO IMPACT LIVES
Loriel Alegrete, Co- Founder and CEO of 40 Tons Brand, knows all too well the impact of incarceration because of cannabis can have on a family.
Performer James Harkness talks about Cabaret ZaZou
On the 14th Floor of the Cambria Hotel is Cabaret Zazou, a show that is unlike anything in Chicago. It recently had its 200th show. James Harkness describes Cabaret ZaZou as a fully expressive feast for the senses. Guests are served a full course dinner, while being entertained by singing, dancing, comedy, as well as top notch Cirque acts.
U.S. Department of Education Announces Additional Project SERV Grants to HBCUs
The U.S. Department of Education (Department) today announced Project School Emergency Response to Violence (Project SERV) grants to four Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) that were disrupted by bomb threats last year: Texas Southern University in Houston, Texas was awarded $191,962; Delaware State University in Dover, Delaware was awarded $217,000; Claflin University in Orangeburg, South Carolina was awarded $440,000 and Howard University in Washington, D.C. was awarded $203,000.
CHICAGO SUPER COMEDIAN DAMON WILLIAMS RETURNS HOME TO JOIN EARLY WALKER AND CPD TO BRING ATTENTION AND RAISE MONEY FOR THE “PARENTS FOR CHICAGO” COMMUNICATION LINE
Renowned Superstar Comedian Damon Williams returns to his hometown of Chicago to perform a one-night stand of comedy that will bring attention to a serious problem in Chicago. Early Walker-CEO of I am Telling, Don’t Shoot- will join Damon Williams as they both will bring attention and raise funds to maintain Walker’s Parents for Chicago communication line that has halted four planned “Teen Takeovers” in Chicago. Administrators from the Chicago Police Department will also join the duo.
Property Values for Orland Township Released
“I strongly encourage property owners to review their reassessment notice to ensure their property characteristics and market value reflect their home,” said Assessor Fritz Kaegi. “It is important to understand that assessments in Cook County reflect market value over the last three years. My office will be partnering with Rich E. Kelly, Orland Township Assessor to assist property owners and explain reassessments in their community.”
tgin Foundation recently donated $40,000 to the Harvard Black Alumni Society.
In 2015 Chris-Tia a Harvard graduate and CEO of Thank God It's Natural Haircare (tgin),created the tgin Foundation to support and help women of color with needs during Breast Cancer treatment.
38TH ANNUAL STELLAR AWARDS RETURNS TO LAS VEGAS WITH STELLAR+ FAN EXPERIENCE
The Stellar Gospel Music Awards, Gospel music's biggest night, is set to return to Las Vegas for its 38th annual celebration. This year, the event is taking its renowned festivities to new heights with the introduction of the ultimate fan experience, the Stellar+ Experience (Stellar+EXP). Co-founders Rhonda Jackson-Sams and Michele Murphy have curated an unparalleled lineup of activities that will showcase the talents, vision, creativity, and innovation of the Gospel music industry.
Celebrating the musician in everyone, Make Music Chicago presents its thirteenth year of public musicmaking in the Windy City
Classical Music Chicago spreads the beauty of music in multiple series, including the one-day fete of the musician within us all. Begun in summer 2011, Make Music Chicago is a citywide DIY music festival that invites and draws together people throughout the community in a celebration of music making, no holds barred. Age, ability, professional or amateur, preferred musical style or genre are not of import - all that matters is a love for music and musicmaking.
RICH TOWNSHIP NOW PREPARING FOR INCREASED FOOD PANTRY TRAFFIC FOLLOWING REPORT OF 1.9 MILLION RESIDENTS CUTS FROM FOOD ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS IN ILLINOIS
Rich Township Supervisor Calvin Jordan recently led a mass group of elected officials, civic leaders, clergy persons, and business leaders in distributing food to thousands of residents at the Rich Township Food Pantry. The mass group publicly addressed the recent disturbing reports of cuts in the federal food assistance program that will slash 1.9 million Illinois residents who are facing tough economic times.
COMCAST OFFERS CHICAGOLAND XFINITY CUSTOMERS NOW TV: A $20 ENTERTAINMENT OPTION WITH 60+ STREAMING AND FAST CHANNELS, PLUS PEACOCK PREMIUM
Comcast today announced it has launched NOW TV across Chicagoland. The new streaming offering includes 40+ live channels from A&E, AMC, Hallmark and Warner Bros. Discovery, plus 20+ integrated FAST channels from NBC, Sky and Xumo Play, and a subscription to Peacock Premium at no additional cost.