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Tarver Sponsors Initiative to Provide Justice for Victims of Child Abuse
As reports of child deaths at the hands of their parents continue to fl ood the news in Illinois, state Rep. Curtis Tarver, D-Chicago, is taking steps to ensure that people who intentionally deprive and endanger their children are brought to justice.
SOUTH SUBURBAN RESIDENT LEADING REVITALIZATION OF ORGANIZATION FOR BLACK WOMEN IN MUSIC
The National Association of Black Female Executives in Music and Entertainment, Inc. (NABFEME) laid dormant for several years before its recent resurgence. With active networks in over 15 cities across the country, south suburban resident Kenya McGuire-Johnson is leading the relaunch of Chicago’s NABFEME chapter.
Illinois Agencies Support Point of Use Filters to Reduce Lead Exposure
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) indicates there is no safe blood lead level in children. Lead exposures come from a combination of environmental sources, which may include lead in water.
Elected Officials ask Governor Pritzker to support a South Suburban Airport
U.S. Representative Robin Kelly, along with Illinois House Speaker Mike Madigan and 52 south suburban officials, sent a letter recently to Governor JB Pritzker requesting his support for the South Suburban Airport (SSA) and surrounding infrastructure.
SOUTH SUBURBAN MAYORS AND MANAGERS ASSOCIATION ELECTS NEW PRESIDENT
Tyrone Ward serves as the Mayor of the Village of Robbins and as of this month, he has also been elected to be the new president of the South Suburban Mayors and Managers Association which oversees 45 municipalities and about 700,000 people who live south of Chicago.
Founder and chief executive officer of Rhon’sWay presents a workshop on Implicit Bias at Lincoln Avenue School
Becoming more tolerant and accepting of the cultural, racial and social differences of others can help create equality. This powerful message was heard by parents, guardians, school administrators, staff and community members during an interactive workshop led by Rhonda Thomas, founder and chief executive officer of Rhon’sWay.
70% of American Singles Are Looking for a Serious Relationship
Today, for the first time ever, eharmony is looking at what singles want out of their dating lives — and what they value most in potential partners. The first-ever “Singles & Desirability” study commissioned by eharmony revealed that indeed, both men and women want a partner who is kind, funny and honest. Nearly half of all singles said that honesty is the most important attribute when considering someone to date. They ranked kindness (44%) and a sense of humor (34%) as the second and third most desirable traits, respectively.
HUNDREDS OF PUBLIC SCHOOL STUDENTS PRESENT PROJECTS AT ANNUAL ACTION CIVICS SHOWCASE
As the school year comes to an end, Mikva Challenge recently partnered with the Chicago Public Schools’ Department of Social Science and Civic Engagement to host the 17th Annual Action Civics Showcase where three hundred teenagers from 60 public schools came together to present their ideas on how to solve problems in their neighborhoods.
Most Admired Woman and Forever First Lady Michelle Obama Confirmed to Headline the 25th Anniversary ESSENCE Festival of Culture in New Orleans
ESSENCE Communications recently announced that former First Lady Michelle Obama will headline its 25th Anniversary ESSENCE Festival of Culture in New Orleans, LA, taking place July 4-7, 2019. On the heels of the historic success of her book Becoming, the appearance will mark Mrs. Obama’s first engagement at the Festival and will include a sit-down interview on July 6 at the Louisiana Superdome. Mrs. Obama also appeared on the December 2018 cover of ESSENCE magazine and will contribute the monthly closing article – A Word – to the July/August issue.
CHICAGO STREET WEAR LEGEND STAYS TRUE TO HIS COMMUNITY WHILE BUILDING HIS BRAND
Founder and CEO of PHLI Brand clothing, Dave Jeff, was born and raised in Hyde Park where his deep love for fashion began at a young age. Jeff grew up under the watch of his mother who was his sole provider and according to him was “always on her fresh” which inspired him to try and keep up with changing fashion trends. “I got to see a lot of different things and fashionable stuff because of my mom and where I grew up so that has always been a Dave Jeff thing I guess, just being fresh or whatever,” said Jeff.
South Side Trolley Tour Explores Art Institutions In Historically Black Neighborhood
Every third Friday from June to Sept., locals and visitors will be invited to visit Bronzeville for a free trolley tour of the historic neighborhood. The tour will visit the South Side Community Art Center and several Bronzeville art galleries where participants will be able to view the exhibits, listen to music, eat, and have a drink. The first Bronzeville Art District Trolley Car Tour of the season will take place from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on June 21.
Thornton Township to hold a free seminar geared to improve relationship communications
“Everyone communicates differently individually based on so many factors that we wanted to bring single people into a room together to have a relaxed and in depth conversation about how men and women communicate,” said Ernst Lamothe Jr., communication manager at Thornton Township. “Its time to be on the same side of the conversation.”
Betty Shabazz International Charter Schools Launches 20th Anniversary Campaign
Betty Shabazz International Charter Schools (BSICS) opened 20 years ago committed to providing a safe, nurturing, academically-stimulating, and culturally-relevant education for students on Chicago’s South Side. Today, the network of elementary charter schools includes Betty Shabazz Academy in Greater Grand Crossing and Barbara A. Sizemore Academy in Englewood.
NEGOTIATIONS CONTINUE ON PROPERTY TAX REFORM BILL
House Assistant Majority Leader Will Davis, Revenue Committee Chairman Mike Zalewski, and Cook County Assessor Fritz Kaegi met Tuesday afternoon with representatives of labor unions and industry interest groups to clarify language in a significant legislative property tax reform effort. The meeting was part of a process to move toward successful passage of SB 1379, the Data Modernization Bill.
