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Violence, Theatre, and the Luigi Effect
Many people take the stand that violence should never be used to combat violence, believing it only breeds more violence, and as some believe, corrupts the moral center of a liberation movement. However, history has endlessly chronicled that the ruling class only wakes up to how they exploit the working class when the threat of violence is on the table. Those who find this idea abhorrent, feel free to sit this one out. For those still with me, as the young folks say—L.F.G!
Preserving Our Natural Wonders is a Patriotic Cause Worth Fighting For
Dorothy Gibbs chanted “save our parks” from her wheelchair while holding a sign that read “97 years old, still fighting for public lands!”
CPS students train for careers in the energy industry,will have positions waiting for them after graduation
High school students from Chicago Public Schools (CPS) spent the morning at the Peoples Energy Training Center in Little Village to take their next steps in a program that launches careers. Peoples Gas Bright Futures U is a joint initiative between Chicago Public Schools and Peoples Gas that provides classroom and hands-on experience in the energy industry. Students who complete the program have jobs waiting for them when they graduate high school.
HABILITATIVE SYSTEMS, INC. HOSTS RIBBON CUTTING FOR RENOVATED HEADQUARTERS
The Larry T. Byrd Administrative Building at 415 S. Kilpatrick Avenue has served as the headquarters of Habilitative Systems, Inc. (HSI), one of Chicago’s largest behavioral health and human services agencies, since its founding in 1978.
Giannoulias Honors Student Organ Donors on ‘Sweetness Day’
Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias celebrated the sophomore class of Walter Payton College Preparatory High School today after their day of service in honor of Walter “Sweetness” Payton, the school’s namesake.
Harvey Mayor Steps Up to Help Displaced Senior Return Home After Devastating Loss
For Rev. Alma West, home has always been more than just a place—it’s been her sanctuary for nearly 50 years. But for the past several weeks, the 86-year-old grandmother has been unable to return to the house she’s called home since 1975.
Security Traders Association of Chicago Opens Application Process for 2025-2026 STAC Fund College Scholarship
The Security Traders Association of Chicago (STAC), a membership organization for individual professionals in the securities industry in Chicago and an affiliate of The Security Traders Association (STA), is now accepting applications for its STAC Fund Scholarship program for the 2025 – 2026 academic year.
Illinois Nurses Convene at State Capitol to Engage with Leaders on Critical Healthcare Priorities
In early March, more than 70 nurses from Illinois’ Magnet hospitals met with Illinois lawmakers to stress the importance of investing in healthcare, while also advocating for policies that prioritize patient safety, support clinical leadership and innovation, and preserve access to quality care for all Illinois residents.
ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL ISSUES MULTISTATE GUIDANCE FOR SCHOOLS ON DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION AND ACCESSIBILITY INITIATIVES
Attorney General Kwame Raoul, Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Campbell and New York Attorney General Letitia James led a coalition of 15 attorneys general in issuing guidance to help K-12 schools, colleges and universities understand the legality, viability and importance of diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility policies and practices in education.
MAYOR BRANDON JOHNSON AND THE CITY OF CHICAGO UNVEIL MONTHLY WORKFORCE VACANCY DATA, BOOSTING TRANSPARENCY
Mayor Brandon Johnson and the City of Chicago’s Office of Budget and Management (OBM) is proud to announce the launch of its Workforce Vacancy Data Dashboard on OBM’s website. This interactive tool provides an accessible, user-friendly way to explore and filter vacancy data across all City departments. For the first time, this data will be updated on the first of each month and publicly available in an intuitive format that enhances visibility and usability. The underlying data is also available on the City of Chicago’s Open Data Portal for those who need full datasets.
Gov. Pritzker Proposes Cell Phone Ban Policy for Illinois Classrooms
Governor JB Pritzker recently joined Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton, teachers, school administrators, and municipal officials to propose a classroom cell phone ban in schools across Illinois. A key initiative mentioned in the Governor’s State of the State Address, the legislation would require all public school districts in Illinois to adopt a wireless communication device policy that limits the use of personal devices during class instruction time.
UNCF CHICAGO CALLS FAITH LEADERS TO HOST UNCF SUNDAYS IN MARCH
As society is in a continual state of flux, the Chicago office of UNCF, United Negro College Fund, is calling all pastors and faith leaders to support the organization with special donations in the month of March.
Bally’s Chicago Casino Celebrates Women’s History Month with Charitable Promotion Benefitting Chicago Foundation for Women
Bally’s Chicago Casino is celebrating Women’s History Month with a “Give $5, Get $10” charitable contribution campaign benefitting Chicago Foundation for Women (CFW), an organization celebrating their 40th anniversary this year. Throughout the month of March, new and existing Bally Rewards members are eligible once each week to receive free play, or table bets for donating to CFW, which works to improve the lives of women, girls and gender-expansive people through grantmaking, leadership development and education.
National Museum of African American History and Culture Celebrates Women’s History Month Honoring Black Women
The Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC) celebrates Women’s History Month by honoring Black women who spearheaded the fight for justice, equality and change. The museum will recognize “Black Women: The Activist” as the theme for March and share stories, events and exhibits that demonstrate the resiliency of Black women. For more information, visit the museum’s website.