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RICH TOWNSHIP DEMOCRATIC COMMITTEEMAN CALVIN JORDAN AWARDED “THE 2022 TRAILBLAZER AWARD” BY THE COOK COUNTY DEMOCRATIC PARTY
(Richton Park, Illinois) On Thursday, September 22nd, the Cook County Democratic Party honored Rich Township Democratic Committeeman, Calvin Jordan, with the 2022 Cook County Democratic Party Trailblazer Award. Cook County Board President and Democratic Party Chairwoman Toni Preckwinkle led the chorus of Committeemen and other elected officials in verbally honoring the longtime democratic southland resident.
ALDERMAN STEPHANIE COLEMAN, CHICAGO MAYOR LORI LIGHTFOOT AND OTHER COMMUNITY PARTNERS BREAK GROUND ON A HISTORIC ENTREPRENEURIAL AND COMMUNITY HUB
Stephanie Coleman- Alderwoman of Chicago’s 16th Ward- was joined by Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot, developers, community leaders, various elected officials, and area residents as she embarked upon a revolutionary groundbreaking development that is expected to attract thousands to the Englewood area.
Lendistry wants to connect small business owners to capital
Everett Sands grew up in a family of entrepreneurs. His grandfather owned a tailoring shop and had an apprenticeship school. Sands’ affinity for math led him to finance.
5 Year Anniversary of Pretrial Justice Reform in Cook County
Public Defender, Advocates celebrate 5 years after the General Order 18.8A helped decrease the number of people incarcerated pretrial without increasing violence
Celebrate Halloween at Museum of I-Scream
Ice cream, you scream, we all scream for the ultimate Halloween! In honor of the holiday, Museum of Ice Cream Chicago will transform into Museum of I-Scream, featuring the most shocking, unexpected tricks and the absolute sweetest, magical treats. From Sept. 30 through Oct. 31, spooks of all ages and flavors will grab their costumes and leave the world behind to rediscover what it’s like to be a kid again. I-Scream visitors will receive an ice cream mask and treat bag to collect unlimited candy as they melt into a world of pink skeletons, happy jack-o-lanterns and legen-dairy limited time games, tricks and treats!
Taking Steps Toward Homeownership
Buying a home is one of the most important purchases you will make in your lifetime, and the pressure is mounting for those looking to buy right now, with home prices fluctuating and mortgage rates at their highest levels in over a decade.
FOUNDATION FOR SARCOIDOSIS RESEARCH LAUNCHES CLINICAL TRIAL EQUITY INITIATIVE
The Foundation for Sarcoidosis Research (FSR) is proud to announce the launch of the Ignore No More: ACTe Now! (Advance Clinical Trials for Equity in Sarcoidosis) campaign. The goals of this campaign are to increase representation of Black American sarcoidosis patients in clinical trials, raise awareness of disparities that exist in sarcoidosis, identify the challenges and barriers that contribute to lower participation by Black Americans in clinical trials, and to provide recommendations that foster a more inclusive approach to recruiting patients for clinical trials and research
Jackson State University preserves visual legacy thanks to Getty Images Grant
The first image Jackson State University Archivist Darlita Ballard scanned as part of the inaugural Getty Images Photo Archives Grant for Historically Black Colleges was of royalty: A photo of a JSU queen.
Illinois Rust Belt to Green Belt Act would spur clean energy wind project
Illinois State Representative Marcus Evans introduced HB 4543 in January 2022. The Illinois Rust Belt to Green Belt Pilot Program Act would be a step in moving Illinois toward more clean energy.
Chicago Debates Celebrates 25 Years
Cook County Public Defender Sharone Mitchell got involved with Chicago Debates while he was at Morgan Park High School. He fell in love with the activity, and it created so many benefits in his legal profession and throughout his life. He came from a household that valued current events and he loved to talk and speak, so debate was attractive to him.
THE JOFFREY BALLET KICKS OFF 2022-23 SEASON WITH BEYOND BORDERS
The Joffrey Ballet proudly launches its 2022-23 season with Beyond Borders, a mixed repertory program that pays tribute to the Jof frey’s maverick legacy with works by artists of its past and present. A highlight of Beyond Borders is sure to be a second new work commissioned from in-demand choreographer Chanel DaSilva in addition to the return of favorites by critically acclaimed choreographer Liam Scarlett and beloved Joffrey co-founder Gerald Arpino marking the start of his centennial celebra - tion. Pushing the boundaries of dance and classical ballet, Beyond Borders will be presented at the historic L yric Opera House, 20 North Upper Wacker Drive in downtown Chicago, in ten performances only, from Oct. 12-23.
Holistic living and wellness retreat back after pandemic hiatus
Twyler Jenkins founded I Am That Woman Movement in 2018 because she wanted to help women who wanted to find their ‘next,’ who need an extra push of encouragement or wisdom.
Community Safety Coordination Center Announces Expanded Home and Business Protection Program
The City’s Community Safety Coordination Center (CSCC) announced the launch of a new Income-Based Application that allows Chicagoans to obtain outdoor security devices based on income. This expansion builds on the success of the Home and Business Protection Rebate Application, which helps Chicago residents and business receive rebates up to certain limits for security devices obtained on or after June 6.
MAYOR LIGHTFOOT LAUNCHES COMMUNITY WEALTH BUILDING PILOT PROGRAM
Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot, the Office of Equity and Racial Justice (OERJ), and the Department of Planning and Development (DPD) have launched the Community Wealth Building Pilot, a $15 million program to create opportunities for low-income residents to build wealth through shared asset ownership. The pilot program, supported by funding from the Chicago Recovery Plan, will address access to business ownership, home ownership, land stewardship,and commercial real estate.