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“When Amy met Donny” at Epiphany Center for the Arts Dedicated to Substance Abuse and Mental Health Awareness
Sally Blandon, founder of Tears Dry On Their Own productions, presents “When Amy met Donny,” a unique and inspiring musical tribute, now in its second year, on Thursday September 12, 2024, at Epiphany Center for the Arts, 201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607 – doors open at 5pm (golden hour), and show starting at 8pm.
ALDERMAN STEPHANIE COLEMAN PROUDLY WELCOMES 4TH ANNUAL LEGENDARY ENGLEWOOD MUSIC FESTIVAL TO NEW LOCATION
Stephanie Coleman-Alderman of the 16th Ward- is announcing the much-anticipated Fourth Annual Englewood Music Fest. The Englewood Music Fest will be held in conjunction with the Greater Englewood Community Development Corporation (GECDC). Collectively they will celebrate “Englewood Excellence” -- its past, present. and the future. The event will feature live music, local vendors, back-to-school programming, prizes, and more!
Illinois Auto Dealer Named the 2024 Ally Sees Her Award Winner for Her Leadership in the Auto Industry and Her Commitment to Community
Karen Sutton-Ford, dealer principal of Sutton Ford in Matteson, Ill., has been named the winner of the prestigious Ally Sees Her Award. Established by Ally Financial and the National Association of Minority Automobile Dealers (NAMAD) seven years ago, the award recognizes the significant achievements of women of color in the auto retail industry and their commitment to strengthening their communities.
Pimento Nyam Opens in Boxville
Patrick Tyler’s earliest food memories are going to his grandfather’s house on the weekends and his grandfather making him and his brother food from what he had in the pantry. It was his first lesson in how, in the culinary arts, you could make something delicious out of very little. That experience also made him curious about what ingredients were used in dishes.
Bo Jackson Launches Superhero Trading Cards with Athlete Autographs
On July 26, legendary athlete Bo Jackson spoke at a Retailer Appreciation Event in conjunction with the National Sports Collectors Convention in Cleveland, Ohio to officially announce the launch of Bo Jackson Battle Arena, the first trading card game experience to feature on-card autographs, game-used jersey relics, and serialized rarity and "shortprint" frameworks similar to sports cards.
TIME and TIME for Kids Name the 2024 Kid of the Year: 15-Year-Old Scientist Heman Bekele
TIME and TIME for Kids reveal the 2024 Kid of the Year, recognizing one exceptional young person—and five honorees—giving hope for the future.
Andrade Measure Protecting Consumers from AI-based Discrimination Becomes Law
Jobseekers and families applying for loans or credit will be better protected from high-tech discrimination under a new law championed by state Rep. Jaime Andrade, D-Chicago, prohibiting employers from using AI technology to racially profile applicants.
DuPage County ACT-SO Launches an Exciting New Season
DuPage County ACT-SO (Afro-Academic, Cultural, Technological, and Scientific Olympics) is excited to announce the opening of recruitment for the 2024-2025 season, aimed at showcasing the talents of underrepresented students of African descent. The season will officially kick off on Saturday, September 21st, offering students the chance to explore their interests, meet new friends, view past projects, and enjoy live performances.
DuPage County ACT-SO Launches an Exciting New Season of a Comprehensive 7-Month Enrichment Program
DuPage County ACT-SO (Afro-Academic, Cultural, Technological, and Scientific Olympics) is excited to announce the opening of recruitment for the 2024-2025 season, aimed at showcasing the talents of underrepresented students of African descent. The season will officially kick off on Saturday, September 21st, offering students the chance to explore their interests, meet new friends, view past projects, and enjoy live performances.
Illinois to Increase Court Access Through Local Libraries
A new pilot program utilizing the state’s public libraries to improve court access will offer guidance for Illinoisans struggling to navigate the legal system on their own.
MAYOR BRANDON JOHNSON ISSUES REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR THE NONPROFIT CAPACITY BUILDING PROGRAM
Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Chicago Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection (BACP) issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) for Administrator of the Nonprofit Capacity Building Program. Through this RFP, the City will select one organization to serve as the administrator of the Nonprofit Capacity Building Program. This program is fully funded using $3.5 million from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and is part of Mayor Johnson’s Road to Recovery Plan via the Small Business Support initiative.
Grammy Award Winner Fantasia to Light Up the Stage at Chicago Urban League’s 63rd Annual Golden Fellowship Dinner on November 9
On Saturday, Nov. 9, the Chicago Urban League’s 63rd annual Golden Fellowship Dinner will take place in the Skyline Ballroom at McCormick Place, 2301 S. Indiana Avenue. Grammy Award winner and Golden Globe nominated actress and singer Fantasia is set to take the stage as the evening’s performer with an energetic set filled with her chart-topping hits. The League’s signature fundraising gala will also honor longtime nonprofit executive and community leader Dr. Carol L. Adams and Chicago State University President Zaldwaynaka “Z” Scott.
Legislation Assisting Victims of Auto Theft Signed into Law
Legislation enabling victims to replace their license plates and registration stickers at no cost if their vehicle has been stolen was signed into law by Governor JB Pritzker, Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias announced.
Chicago Urban League Welcomes 47 New Fellows to its IMPACT Leadership Development Program
The Chicago Urban League has chosen 47 of the city’s emerging leaders for the 2025 class of its IMPACT Leadership Development Program The intensive nine-month program works with the University of Chicago Booth School of Business to provide Black professionals with the tools and skills needed to take on greater leadership roles in their workplaces and within Chicago’s civic community.
