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SENATOR SIMS REFLECTS ON CRIMINAL JUSTICE REFORM
The Criminal Justice Reform Bill, HB 3653, also known as the Safe-T Act, was signed into law in February. Elgie Sims, Jr. who serves as state senator for the 17th Illinois Senate District, sponsored the bill.
Black Homeowners Earned $59,000 in Home Equity in 2020, Compared With $50,000 for White Homeowners
People who bought homes in primarily Black neighborhoods in 2019 gained a median $59,000 in home equity last year, compared with $50,000 for people who bought homes in primarily white neighborhoods, according to a new report from Redfin (redfin.com), the technology-powered real estate brokerage. Equity grew more for people who bought homes in primarily Asian and Hispanic neighborhoods—by $79,000 and $67,000, respectively.
Virtual events highlight Illinois women in government and in business during Women’s History Month
The Illinois Department of Central Management Services (CMS) is celebrating women in leadership in recognition of Women’s History Month.
Move Over Sharks: New Book Black Angels: The Wealth Edition Teaches Beginners How to Become Angel Investors
Popular TV shows like “Shark Tank” and “The Profit” have put angel investors front and center. But, according to Dr. Shanté Williams, angel investing is not only for the rich and famous sharks. Her highly-anticipated book “Black Angels: The Wealth Edition” is a practical guide that reminds readers that they don’t have to be millionaires to start angel investing.
Celebrating Women’s History Month
Pandora Rev recently announced that it will celebrate Women’s History Month with a special virtual event, Pandora LIVE Powered By Women, featuring performances by Gwen Stefani and Jazmine Sullivan. Hoda Kotb from SiriusXM’s TODAY Show Radio (ch.108) will host the evening and be joined by the performers as well as special guests Lauren Aliana and Becky G. for a roundtable discussion focused on the themes of the holiday. Pandora LIVE Powered By Women will take place on March 30 at 9 PM ET / 6 PM PT, and listeners can RSVP for free at https:// pandoralivepoweredbywomen. splashthat.com/PR
CHICAGO HEIGHTS CITY CLERK RUNS FOR BLOOM TOWNSHIP SUPERVISOR
Lori Wilcox, Chicago Heights city clerk, is running for Bloom Township Supervisor. Wilcox said she wanted to run for supervisor because township government is the only body of government that directly touches the residents.
CANDIDATE SHARES VISION FOR OLYMPIA FIELDS
Desiree` Watkins, trustee of Olympia Fields, is a candidate for president of the Village of Olympia Fields. Watkins said she is a public servant who is running as president for the people.
Walgreens Expressions Challenge Provides Outlet for Teens Dealing with COVID-19 and Other Mental Stresses
More than 10 years ago Walgreens launched its first Expressions Challenge program to encourage teens to use creative arts as an outlet to manage some of life’s stressful circumstances and to guide students to make better life choices. Offered only in Chicago and St. Louis, Walgreens worked with high school districts, teachers and guidance counselors to promote the contest to students grades 9-12. This year, for the first time ever, Expressions is being offered nationally. Submissions are being accepted now through March 31, with 12 winners from three categories to be awarded $2,000 each. Winners will be selected and announced in May 2021.
MENTAL HEALTH URGENT CARE MODEL COMES TO CHICAGO
Mindful Urgent Care recently launched in the Fulton Market neighborhood and provides mental health treatment for adults, teenagers and children ages 12 and older.
Phone bank with Pappas and Chatman of ABC 7 Chicago returns $12.5 million to property owners
Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas said today that her office is sending checks totaling $12.5 million to homeowners who called the “Black and Latino Houses Matter” phone bank she hosted with ABC 7 Chicago on March 11-17, 2021.
Leading CEOs Champion Equity for the Black Community in Accessing COVID-19 Vaccines
Six of the nation’s largest non-governmental, non-profit membership organizations recently announced the launch of a vaccine equity and education initiative. The effort aims to help Black Americans make informed personal decisions about vaccination by providing them with accurate information about the COVID-19 vaccines from medical professionals and health officials and combating misinformation about the vaccines
Business owner uses fashion jewelry and brutal honesty to help heal emotional pain
What do earrings, eye lash extensions, and emotional growth all have in common? Emotional Support Advocate, Kia Waters, correlates the latest fashion trends with her weekly Web Series: Healing, Wine, & Storytime, a pillar of her EarringEverything brand.
Chicago Restaurant Week Returns In 2021
Choose Chicago recently announced the return of the highly anticipated, 14th annual Chicago Restaurant Week from Friday, March 19 to Sunday, April 4, 2021
WOMAN CREATES GROUP TO ENGAGE WOMEN IN NIGERIAN DIASPORA
Lola Omolola decided to create a Facebook group for women in the Nigerian Diaspora after young girls were kidnapped by armed guards in Chibok, Nigeria in 2015.
