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Voting Rights Activists Arrested at White House
Tuesday, October 5, 2021, five voting rights activists were arrested in front of the White House in a demonstration calling on President Biden to take immediate and meaningful action for the freedom to vote. The action was led by the League of Women Voters of the United States, People For the American Way, and the Declaration for American Democracy. A diverse group of activists, including actress Kathleen Turner, members of the clergy, and civil and voting rights advocacy leaders participated in the march to and demonstration in front of the White House.
Top NYC Doctor on a Mission to Get People of Color Vaccinated
Despite the surge in the variants and increasing deaths across the nation and around the world, people of color still lag when it comes to getting vaccinations against COVID-19.
Add Meaning to Halloween and Support a Good Cause
As the world faces multiple crises, including the COVID-19 pandemic, families may have to adjust traditional trick-or-treating plans again this year. However, there are still ways to help make a difference and celebrate Halloween virtually.
TOMORROW IS BERNIE MAC’S BIRTHDAY:
We all know that Bernie Mac has been passed on for thirteen years, but here's the thing... He's still making a huge impact on folks, and he's about to make some serious history as the first author of a daily motivational book who's done it from the other side. Bernie’s widow Rhonda R. McCullough teamed up with Walker-Bryce Creative to write a page-a-day self-help book full of Bernie’s own words of wisdom and good old solid advice, all delivered in his unmistakable voice with no sugar-coating, period.
COACHES VS. RACISM LAUNCHES AMBITIOUS ACTION PLAN TO ERASE SYSTEMIC RACISM IN SPORTS
Coaches Vs. Racism (CVR) is a 501c3 national non-profit leading the charge to end systemic racism in sports. They are mobilizing coaches in the pro ranks as well as collegiate and amateur levels across the country to create an action-filled, educational and grassroots approach to inspire cultural and societal change in the world of sports.
Advocate Health Care, Chicago Bears and Bears Care to honor breast cancer survivors at Real Bears Fans Wear Pink Game
Ten breast cancer survivors, their family members and doctors from across Illinois will be honored Sunday at the Real Bears Fans Wear Pink game at Soldier Field, as Advocate Health Care, the Chicago Bears and Bears Care (the team’s charitable arm) raise awareness of the disease. The patients will participate in several pregame and in-game experiences and an Advocate physician will take part in the coin presentation before kickoff between the Bears and the Detroit Lions.
Walmart Welcomes Larry’s Barbershop to Chicago-area Supercenter
Walmart is celebrating its newest offering for Chicagoans with the opening of Larry’s BarberMaximus inside the Chatham Walmart Supercenter recently.
Pandemic-Induced Uncertainty Sparks Unprecedented Growth
For many Americans, the pandemic has triggered a great reassessment of their careers. Facing a threat like COVID-19 has led many people to re-evaluate what they want, what they enjoy, and what makes them happy. As a result, people are quitting their jobs in record numbers. According to a Wall Street Journal analysis, Americans are starting new businesses at the fastest rate in more than a decade, with 3.2 million applications for employer identifications numbers this year.
Jasmine Sanders to Host Covid in Color Townhall Special
Jasmine Sanders, known for her work on the nationally syndicated radio and television program the DL Hugley show, brings her dynamic style, powerful voice, and warm spirit to the Impact Television Network for a special Covid in Color townhall beginning Sunday, October 3 at 11:30 AM EST. “Covid in Color tells me right away that Covid has affected people of color,” says Jasmine, “and I think that no one sees that more than this network.”
Shore Community Services Receives $125,000 Grant From The Coleman Foundation
Shore Community Services, a non-profit based in Skokie, IL offering programs and services to children and adults with intellectual and other developmental disabilities, is the recipient of a $125,000 grant from The Coleman Foundation to support the New Life in Motion Choice Program.
Illinois Medical District Urges Sickle Cell Awareness
The Illinois Medical District (IMD) and American Red Cross of Illinois are partnering to draw attention to sickle cell disease and its treatment. During National Sickle Cell Awareness Month, the organizations are calling on Chicagoans—especially minority communities affected by sickle cell disease—to donate blood to treat conditions such as sickle cell anemia and reduce disparities in health care for minorities.
Confront Art Launches Its First Exhibition SEEINJUSTICE
Confront Art—which connects artists to social justice causes to create public art displays—is announcing today its inaugural exhibition SEEINJUSTICE, which will be open to the public beginning October 1 in Union Square. The SEEINJUSTICE series will feature three sculptures by Chris Carnabuci: “FLOYD,” “BREONNA,” and “JOHN LEWIS.”
McBride Sisters SHE CAN Fund receives $2 Million
Mc- Bride Sisters Collection, Inc., the largest Black-owned wine company in the U.S., today announces that it has received a $2 million donation from Facebook, Inc. (NASDAQ: FB) for its 501 (c)(3), McBride Sisters SHE CAN Fund. Facebook has made a commitment to leverage its resources to provide 100 SHE CAN Fund grantees and Black women entrepreneurs with $20,000 in Facebook advertising credits, as well as strategic guidance via Facebook Elevate, a community and learning program created to support and accelerate the growth of Black and Latinx & Hispanic- owned businesses.
Las Vegas Food & Wine Festival Partners with Virgin Hotels Las Vegas
The best of the best of talented culinary skills will come together at the 12th annual Las Vegas Food & Wine Festival presented by United Airlines. The culinary skills of celebrity chefs from all over the globe will participate at this yearly event at venues located on the Las Vegas Strip as well as Tivoli Village and Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, part of Curio Collection by Hilton. The sponsors this year include Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, along with world-class, James Beard Foundation Award-winning chefs, including Chef Katsuya Uechi, Chef Todd English and Chef Francois Payard, just to name a few.
