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GROUP BRINGS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY TRAINING TO COUNTRY CLUB HILLS
Krimson Technology Group, LLC, is training residents in the South Suburbs in information technology with the hope that people will be exposed to lucrative STEM jobs.
Young Children Receiving Housing Vouchers Had Lower Hospital Spending Into Adulthood
Young children whose household received a housing voucher were admitted to the hospital fewer times and incurred lower hospital costs in the subsequent two decades than children whose households did not receive housing vouchers, according to a new study from researchers at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health.
LOCAL ACTOR SHOWCASES HIS TALENT ON NBC’S ‘CHICAGO FIRE’
Daniel Kyri began acting in local community theater productions and is now a cast member on “Chicago Fire.” He says his transition from theater to television hasn’t been too much of a transition at all.
BISHOP LARRY TROTTER AND SECRETARY JESSE WHITE GATHERED OVER 100 MINISTERS IN A THUNDEROUS SHOW OF SUPPORT FOR JUSTICE NATHANIEL HOWSE JR
The massive group of ministers that were present jointly articulated their excitement and support of Justice Howse. They vowed to advocate aggressively to their respective congregations concerning Justice Howse’s campaign.
Beverly Resident, Army Veteran Earl Sean Simpson Celebrates 101th Birthday January 9, 2020
Chicago – Beverly resident, Earl Sean Simpson, is looking forward to a really special day, the celebration of his 101th birthday on January 9, 2020. Family, friends, neighbors and church members are even more excited to celebrate the life of their family patriarch, community leader and loyal church and choir member. A celebration with family, friends and church members will be held at home on January 11, 2020.
All Cultivation Centers In Illinois Are Now Approved To Grow For Adult Use
The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) has now approved all 21 cultivation centers to grow cannabis for adult use. The department has approved the three outstanding cultivating licenses authorized under state law.
The Black Women’s Health Imperative Unveils First-Of-Its-Kind Policy Agenda Addressing HIV/AIDS Epidemic Among Black Women
Th e Black Women’s Health Imperative (BWHI) recently released its national HIV/AIDS policy agenda on Black Women’s Health titled Th e HIV/AIDS Policy Agenda for Black Women
Walmart’s Ben Hasan Named Most Infl uential Diversity Star of 2019
Diversitystars.com recently announced that Ben Hasan has been honored as the Most Influential Diversity Star for 2019. Hasan is currently senior vice president and chief culture, diversity & inclusion officer at Walmart Inc. He began in his current role in July 2015.
Workers in Majority of U.S. States See Minimum Wage Increases
According to payroll experts Wolters Kluwer Legal & Regulatory U.S., a total of 26 states and the District of Columbia will raise the minimum wage in 2020. In twenty two of those states, the increases were implemented by January 1.
Reggae Artist, Safira Mono Targeted by VooDoo Community for Her Latest Single “Tunback Blow”
Reggae artiste Safira Mono is getting a lot of flak from several individuals in various countries including Jamaica, Haiti and Ghana following the release of her recent single “Tunback Blow,” produced by James Lord.
MARCH WITH DR. MARTIN L. KING JR. AT DUSABLE MUSEUM EXHIBIT
An upcoming exhibit at the DuSable Museum of African American History, whose executive producer is Academy Award actress Viola Davis, will offer a virtual reality experience with Dr. Martin L. King Jr. and highlight his fight for equality.
Where are Americans Moving?
North American Van Lines, Inc. has released its latest migration map, updated through 2019, showing where Americans have moved throughout the years.
MINIMUM WAGE WORKERS SEEKING OPPORTUNITIES IN CHICAGO
The state increased minimum wage on Jan. 1 for the first time in a decade, but that may not be enough to recruit and retain employees seeking entry-level jobs in Chicago where minimum wage is much higher.
With threat of spring flooding, state officials urge residents to consider flood insurance
Each year, millions of people around the world welcome the start of a new year by making personal resolutions. The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR), Illinois Department of Insurance (IDOI), Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) and local emergency management agencies throughout Illinois are encouraging people to ‘Resolve to be Ready’ for emergencies in 2020.