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Voices and Visions Revisited: New Interview Series Explores the Black Experience at Northwestern University Amid a Changing National Landscape
At a moment when institutions of higher education across the nation are grappling with unprecedented challenges to diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, the authors of Voices and Visions: The Evolution of the Black Experience at Northwestern University are returning to the stories, voices, and history that continue to shape the Black experience at Northwestern.
$21.8 Million Funding Opportunity Open to Address Emerging Contaminants in Small or Disadvantaged Communities
Springfield --Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (Illinois EPA) Director James Jennings today announced a second round of funding for projects addressing emerging contaminants in drinking and/or source water in small or disadvantaged communities. A total of $21,806,000 is available through the Emerging Contaminants in Small or Disadvantaged Communities (EC-SDC) Grant Program to assist communities in completing construction projects to address Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) or Manganese in drinking and/or source water. A Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for this opportunity has been posted to the Illinois EPA website.
IDPH Urges Illinoisans to Get Vaccinated Against Measles as Cases Rise
As measles cases across the country increase, the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is reminding residents to protect themselves by confirming they are vaccinated against the disease. While the risk for getting measles remains very low for residents, vaccination is the most effective step people can take to protect themselves and their loved ones.
Lights, Camera, Conservation: Humboldt penguins steal the spotlight in new holiday movie filmed at Brookfield Zoo Chicago
From snow-dusted pathways and twinkling holiday lights to unforgettable animal encounters, Brookfield Zoo Chicago will step into the spotlight as the primary filming location for the upcoming holiday film “Christmas at the Zoo,” premiering on Tubi on November 10.
RAINBOWS FOR ALL CHILDREN TO HOST “PADDLES FOR RAINBOWS” PICKLEBALL EVENT FOR CHILDREN’S GRIEF AWARENESS DAY NOVEMBER 19
Rainbows for All Children will recognize Children’s Grief Awareness Day with Paddles for Rainbows, a pickleball tournament and community fundraiser benefiting children facing grief, trauma and loss, on Thursday, November 19, 2026, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at DINX Social Club, 1931 Skokie Valley Rd. in Highland Park.
Mielle Drafts Jalen Hurts and Will Anderson Jr. To Its NFL Roster, Bringing High-Performance Texture Hair Care to the Field
Mielle understands that gameday tests everything from preparation and performance to textured hair and its strength when the helmet comes off. Nearly a year after becoming the NFL's first Official Textured Hair Care Partner, Mielle is expanding the brand's presence in men's grooming by tapping two of the league's top-performing athletes Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts and Houston Texans defensive end Will Anderson Jr. to show what it means to stay ready so you never have to get ready.
Final Day of 2026 “Makers on the Move” Bus Tour Features Visit to Manufacturing Technology Center at Richard J. Daley College in Chicago
The 2026 “Makers on the Move” statewide bus tour, which is hosted every October by the Illinois Manufacturers’ Association (IMA) and the Illinois Manufacturing Excellence Center (IMEC) to celebrate Manufacturing Month, began its final day on the road at Richard J. Daley College in Chicago on Friday
How to Prepare for Medicare Open Enrollment
Medicare's Open Enrollment period begins on Oct. 15, the Illinois Department on Aging (IDoA) is encouraging beneficiaries to start browsing plans early and to get trusted advice through the state's Senior Health Insurance Program (SHIP).
Illinois Department of Central Management Services Personnel Academy Receives National Award for Innovation in Customer Service and Experience
The Illinois Department of Central Management Services (CMS) has received the National Association of State Chief Administrators (NASCA) Innovation in State Government: Customer Service and Experience Award for the CMS Personnel Academy, a statewide initiative designed to strengthen human resources services across Illinois state government.
Make Your Vote Count
I recently discussed the upcoming election with friends. As usual, emotions and voices were elevated. To outsiders, we may have sounded like an angry bunch ready to fight. But among my friends, raised voices fueled by political passion are common. They go together like a hand and glove!
Bally’s Chicago Marks Three Years with $30,000 in Donations to Local Nonprofits
Bally’s Chicago just recently celebrated three years at Medinah Temple, and as part of the anniversary, the team recently recognized three Chicago organizations with a total of $30,000 in donations to support their work in the community.
The public is invited to celebrate the grand reopening of the newly renovated Malcolm X College West Campus and Danny K. Davis Community Center
The public is invited to attend the Malcolm X College West Campus ribbon cutting in celebration of the grand reopening of its Community Center. This event is hosted by Malcolm X College, City Colleges of Chicago, and the Public Buildings Commission (PBC) of Chicago.
Rotary Clubs Unite for the World’s Largest Polio Walk on World Polio Day
The Rotary International Clubs will unite on Saturday, October 24, 2026, for the World’s Largest Polio Walk, a coordinated initiative bringing together Rotary members, Rotaractors, community organizations, public officials, families, and supporters across multiple communities.
Blueprint Capital Advisors CEO Jacob Walthour Jr. to Receive Financial Empowerment & Equity Honor in New Jersey
Blueprint Capital Advisors announced today that Jacob Walthour Jr., Chief Executive Officer of Blueprint Capital Advisors and Founder of Power100 by Blueprint Capital Advisors, will be recognized as the Financial Empowerment & Equity Honoree at the Alpha Alpha Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.'s Centennial Gala in New Jersey.
