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Study: Chicago App-Based Drivers Earn More than Double the Chicago Minimum Wage
The Illinois Coalition for Independent Work has released new data showing that, in addition to offering drivers flexibility to make extra money when and where they choose, the average hourly earnings for Chicago drivers today is $36.63, well above the $15/hourly minimum wage in Chicago.
NICOR GAS AND THE GOODR FOUNDATION DISTRIBUTE GROCERIES IN THE SUBURBS
Nicor Gas has a goal of feeding 250,000 families in the Illinois area. They reached out to the Goodr Foundation, an Atlanta- based hunger relief and food waste solutions company that hosts pop-up grocery stores, to help with their endeavor.
LISC CHICAGO ANNOUNCES OPENING OF APPLICATIONS FOR 28TH ANNUAL CHICAGO NEIGHBORHOOD DEVELOPMENT AWARDS TO RECOGNIZE NEW BUILDING PROJECTS WITH COMMUNITY IMPACT
LISC Chicago today announced the opening of applications for the 2022 Chicago Neighborhood Development Awards (CNDAs) and The Richard H. Driehaus Foundation Award for Architectural Excellence in Community Design, which will be accepted through December 13, 2021. Now entering its 28th year, the CNDAs annually recognize the essential role that both nonprofit and for-profit developers play in building communities throughout Chicago.
LOCAL VOICE AND DIALECT COACH DENISE WOODS HAS A WAY WITH WORDS
Chicago native Denise Woods reminisced about growing up and spending Sunday afternoon with her mom and sister. They sit around the table and would imitate the people who were at church service. They would laugh, talk and they would become the people. It was the start of Woods’ journey to becoming a dialect and voice coach.
THE 100 CLUB OF ILLINOIS NEW BOARD APPOINTEE WANTS TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE
John Scott has been named to the board of the 100 Club of Illinois. He intends to use his appointment to be a bridge between the organization and the community. Scott spent more than a decade with the Chicago Public Schools, working in community engagement and governmental affairs, as well as the Chicago Board of Education. He worked directly with president of the Board and its members.
Museum Of Contemporary Art Chicago Appoints New Curatorial Leadership
The Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago (MCA) announces the appointment of two new leaders to their curatorial team, René Morales as the James W. Alsdorf Chief Curator, and Jamillah James as Manilow Senior Curator. Both Morales and James will assume their roles at the MCA in January 2022.
Eiteljorg’s Fifth Third Bank Jingle Rails returns
The Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art welcomes back families during the holidays with the opening of the Fifth Third Bank Jingle Rails: The Great Western Adventure Nov. 20, as well as the reopening of the museum’s family discovery area that has been newly reimagined. Now in its 12th holiday season, Jingle Rails includes a spectacular new addition: a recreation of San Francisco and its hills, trolleys and landmarks, such as Alcatraz, Fisherman’s Wharf, Pier 39 and more.
Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle recognizes former Hazel Crest Mayor Bill Brown
Bill Brown former Mayor of Hazel Crest receives honor from County Board President Toni Preckwinkle.
Owners of Several Chicago-Area Convenience Stores Charged With Defrauding Low-Income Food Program for Women and Children
The owners of several Chicago-area convenience stores have been charged in federal court with scheming to defraud a low-income food program for women and children.
Next Day Animations Runs Scholarship Program for Young Women of Color
Next Day Animations, an award-winning explainer video company, is reopening the Illustrating Awesomeness Scholarship for the fifth consecutive year. Illustrating Awesomeness is a scholarship opportunity for young women or gender non-conforming individuals of color who are actively working to change the world.
Abbott Launches New Initiative to Drive Diversity in Medical Research
Abbott (NYSE: ABT) today announced the launch of a new initiative designed to help create a more inclusive clinical trial ecosystem through new approaches to training, education, and improving the clinical research infrastructure within the U.S. This effort builds on Abbott’s commitment of engaging populations who have historically been under-represented in medical research and will improve health by increasing access to innovative treatment options available within the trials process and increasing insights around how different groups respond to new therapies.
New Study Shows 2019 Cook County Property Tax Assessments Met Standards for Accuracy and Equity
Property tax assessments of homes and commercial properties in the northern suburbs of Cook County met standards for assessment accuracy, uniformity, and equity in 2019, according to a first-of-its-kind study by the International Association of Assessing Officers (IAAO), released today by Cook County Assessor Fritz Kaegi.
Caterpillar Foundation Donation Creates Innovation Entrepreneurship Curator
The Caterpillar Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE: CAT) and a founding donor of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC), is proud to announce a new collaboration with NMAAHC and the creation of the first-ever Caterpillar Curator of African American Innovation and Entrepreneurship through a $2 million grant.
Chicago Urban League Meets Fundraising Goal
At a pivotal 60th year, the Chicago Urban League’s Golden Fellowship Dinner lived up to its reputation of being one of the hottest tickets in town. On Saturday, more than 1,000 of the Chicago’s corporate, civic and community leaders gathered at the Hyatt Regency Chicago to party with a purpose while successfully raising more than $1.6 million in support of the organization’s programs. Iconic R&B group Boyz II Men took the stage, surprising the crowd with a special appearance by Grammy- award winning singer/songwriter Kenny “Babyface” Edmonds.
