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Kimberly Foxx and Andrea Zopp Honored at the 4th Annual L.E.G.A.C.Y. Awards Gala
WDB Marketing returns with their fourth annual L.E.G.A.C.Y. Awards Gala to recognize the importance of African American entrepreneurship in America by highlighting business owners and leaders in the city of Chicago. Announcing the 2020 Honorees, an extraordinary group of leaders making a high-impact in politics, education, humanitarianism and over all African-American entrepreneurship to be honored. WDB Marketing celebrating their 14th anniversary will honor recipients on Saturday, February 29, 2020, from 6 pm – 10 pm at Malcom X College, 1900 W. Jackson Blvd.
RESIDENTS, METRA AND COOK COUNTY WORKING TOGETHER TO IMPROVE METRA
The Coalition for a Modern Metra Electric believe they have an idea to boost ridership: Improve Metra Stations and reduce fares to CTA levels. The Metra Electric Line begins at the Millennium Park Station, at Michigan Avenue and Randolph Street, and extends to the University Park Station, at University Parkway and Governors Highway.
DEA releases 2019 National Drug Threat Assessment
DEA Acting Administrator Uttam Dhillon recently announced the publication of the 2019 National Drug Threat Assessment, which outlines the threats posed to the United States by domestic and international drug trafficking and the abuse of illicit drugs.
Politics And Women Helped Shape Chicago’s Black History
Chicago is known more for its gun violence and high sales tax than its black, political history that seems to be growing almost every election.
Parents Get Organized with kidpik’s Spring 2020 Collection Offering Fashion That’s Streamlined and On-trend
kidpik, a fashion subscription box service designed exclusively for girls, has released its Spring 2020 collection focused on colorful and stylish looks that are instant girls’ favorites and keep parents on track to stay organized, on time, and stress free.
Grant funds UIC study on access to early childhood education in Illinois
In 2018, Illinois passed one of the most expansive and progressive pieces of legislation (IL PA 100-0105) that aimed to reduce expulsions from early childhood education and child care programs
Muhammad Ali, Georgia O’Keeffe, and Rosa Parks are Most Popular Historical Figures in Bamboo Luminaries
Award-winning skill developer Bamboo Learning has released its first report analyzing learner activities on its new, popular Alexa educational trivia game, Bamboo Luminaries.
Michelle Duster (pictured), great granddaughter of Ida B. Wells-Barnett, said there has been some erasure of the contributions of African American women when it comes to the Women’s Suffrage Movement.
Michelle Duster is the great granddaughter of activist and journalist Ida B. Wells-Barnett. On Thursday, Feb. 20, she spoke about African American Suffragists and their fight for inclusion. 2020 marks the centennial of the 19th amendment, which gave women the right to vote.
COUNTRY CLUB HILLS ENGINEER RECEIVES HUMANITARIAN AWARD
A Country Club Hills resident and systems engineer at Northwestern Memorial Hospital was among four recipients recently honored at the 41st Annual Humanitarian Awards that recognized individuals whose community service embodies the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Fathers of NBA players bring message to Robbins
Fathers of NBA players visited Robbins to participate in a forum, which brought youth from the community together with local politicians and others with the goal of inspiring the youth.
College Scholarships Aided by Black History Month Fashion Show
The 3rd Annual Black History Month College Scholarship Drive Runway Gala helped fund three scholarships this year, while also educating youth about the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Pullman celebrates five years as National Monument
Community residents, politicians and business leaders celebrated the milestone of Pullman being designated a National Monument on Wednesday, Feb. 19, at the Hotel Florence.
FAMILY OF EMMETT TILL RELEASES STATEMENT ON EMMETT TILL ANTI LYNCHING BILL VOTE EXPECTED TODAY
The U.S. House of Representatives is expected to make history today, February 26, 2020 by passing the Emmett Till Antilynching Act (H.R. 35), introduced by Congressman Bobby L. Rush (D-Ill). The legislation would make lynching a criminal federal offense punishable up to life in prison.
VEGAN FAST FOOD CARRYOUT OPENS ON 87TH STREET
Plant-based dieting is said to be the biggest health trend of 2020 and a new South side restaurant is capitalizing on its popularity and health benefits. Plant Based Junkie, a vegan fast food carryout, opened Monday, Jan. 17, at 1635 ½ E. 87th St.
