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Tarell Alvin McCraney talks about playwrighting, screenwriting and building community intentionally
Tarell Alvin McCraney graduated from the New World School of the Arts in Miami, Fla., and auditioned for the Goodman School at DePaul University. He graduated from DePaul University with a BFA in Acting. While in that program, he received training in play, getting onstage and being in the world that the actors were imaging at the time. He also learned the craft of making sure he was playing an action, delivering a line, projecting a voice.
MAYOR LIGHTFOOT RELEASES THE CHICAGO BUILDING DECARBONIZATION WORKING GROUP RECOMMENDATIONS REPORT
Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot released the Chicago Building Decarbonization Working Group (CBDWG) report, which recommends equitable solutions to address the nearly 70% of total citywide greenhouse gas emissions that come from buildings in Chicago. The report release comes as Mayor Lightfoot continues to make progress on the City of Chicago’ s Green Recovery Agenda, a plan to combat climate change by drastically reducing the City’s largest sources of emissions, reducing the city’s reliance on fossil fuels and driving green economic opportunities for residents.
CTA Partners with Olive-Harvey of Chicago to Prepare Qualified Candidates for Bus Operator Positions and Future Careers in Transportation
To help Chicagoans take the first step toward a career in transportation, the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) has recently partnered with Olive-Harvey College to offer a free preparatory course to assist candidates in meeting the hiring requirement of obtaining a Commercial Learner ’s Permit (CLP). This new program is the latest in a series of measures introduced in support of the agency’s “Meeting the Moment: Transforming CTA’s Post-Pandemic Future” – a multi-pronged effort to provide more reliable service, improve the customer experience and invest in employees.
Far South Side Resource Fair set for Oct. 27th
Whether looking to prepare for winter with a free flu shot, looking for employment, information on city services, or learning about nearby amenities, far south side residents will want to be at the 9th Ward’s Resource Fair on Thursday, Oct. 27th.
Chef brings food experience to everyone, even vegans
Chef Joanne Thomas has loved cooking for as long as she can remember. She always did it as a side job, while she worked for different corporations. The COVID-19 pandemic was the extra push she needed to dedicate time to be a full-time entrepreneur.
Illinois’ Poison Center Offers Safety ‘Tricks’ to Prevent Poisoning This Halloween
Parents and caregivers need to beware of more than just ghosts and goblins this Halloween. According to the Illinois Poison Center (IPC), accidental poisonings from Halloween candy is rare, but IPC manages cases each year involving dry ice, glow sticks, and more.
THE VILLAGE OF ROBBINS IS SET TO RECEIVE $4,000,000 IN FUNDING TO REPLACE LEAD SERVICE LINES
The Village of Robbins is proud to announce that they’re set to receive $4 million in funding to replace lead service lines within the community. The funding is provided through the Illinois EPA’s State Revolving Fund.
Deeply Rooted Dance Theater to premier ‘Q After Dark’ and ‘Vespers’
Nicole Clarke- Springer is a huge Quincy Jones fan. She grew up on his music. His music was always around, and she always marveled at his musical genius, as a producer and as a humanitarian.
ILLINOIS COVID-RELATED MORTGAGE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM TO REOPEN NOV. 1
The state will reopen a mortgage assistance program for pandemic-impacted homeowners on Nov. 1. The Illinois Homeowner Assistance Fund, run through the Illinois Housing Development Authority, provides up to $30,000 in assistance to homeowners through payments made directly to mortgage servicers, taxing bodies or other approved entities.
16TH WARD ALDERMAN STEPHANIE COLEMAN SET TO HOST GROCERY TOWN HALL WITH OFFICIALS & MEMBERS OF THE ENGLEWOOD 5
HUNDREDS OF RESIDENTS ARE EXPECTED TO ATTEND “LET’S TALK: GROCERY TOWN HALL” THE HIGHLY ANTICIPATED CONVERSATION WILL TALK ABOUT THE STATE OF HEALTHY FOOD ACROSS ILLINOIS IN SUPPORT OF LOCAL RESIDENTS WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 26TH (6:00 PM- 8:00PM) KENNEDY- KING COLLEGE- U BUILDING 740 W. 63RD STREET
OVER 500 SOUTHLAND RESIDENTS PROUDLY TRAVEL TO RICH SOUTH-TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL FOR HISTORIC RIBBON CUTTING OF ALL NEW HIGH-TECH FIELD HOUSE
Dr. Johnnie Thomas- Superintendent of Rich Township High School District 227- and Andrea Bonds-School Board President of RTHS 227- are proud to announce the opening of the all new RTHS 227 Field House. The announcement comes as RTHS 227 kicks off the fall season with some great new resources.
Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs Returns $11 Million to Chicago Man’s Family
Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs’ office made history this week when it returned $11 million to the estate of a Chicago man who died of natural causes just before Christmas in 2016.
Improving Health Outcomes through Equity and Access
Better access to healthcare equals better health outcomes. Biogen strives to increase access and address the barriers that patient populations face. Oftentimes, health outcomes depend on factors beyond the control of patients and their doctors. Disparities across age, gender, race, ethnicity and socioeconomic level are some examples. One of the key parts to Biogen’s approach involves researching and understanding these issues as well as their compounding factors, such as, inadequate representation in clinical trials and limitations to accessing care. Overall, the goal is clear: improve health outcomes for Black, African American, Hispanic, Latino and other underserved communities in Biogen’s main disease areas.
Chicago’s Little Monsters Can Join The Newest Fall Family Event With Exclusive 4D LEGO® Halloween Movie In Newly Renovated 4D Theater!
Schaumburg, Illinois’ newest Halloween party built for kids is creating a BOOtastic way to play with LEGO® bricks and features the all new LEGO 4D Movie: The Great Monster Chase in LEGOLAND Discovery Center Chicago’s newly renovated 4D Theater! From September 23rd – October 31st LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Chicago’s new Brick-or-Treat: Monster Party will bring little monsters from all around to enjoy family fun this Halloween season at the ultimate indoor LEGO playground.
