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Black Church to Assemble for “Call to Conscience — Day of Action” Across from White House
Black denominational and faith leaders have scheduled a “Call to Conscience — Day of Action” for September 5th and 6th in Washington DC, the nation’s capital. “We are calling pastors, congregants, and citizens from across the country to join us in Washington DC on September 5th and 6th, as we call the nation to conscience. Additionally, Sunday, September 2nd is designated as ‘Social Justice Sunday.’ We are asking every pastor to preach a sermon related to social justice,” said Bishop Reginald Jackson, president of the Bishops Council of the African Methodist Episcopal Church.
Illinois Labor Leader to Receive World Peace Prize
For the first time in history, an Illinois resident will be honored with the World Peace Prize. The World Peace Prize Awarding Council (WPPAC) recently announced that Michael T. Carrigan president of the Illinois AFL-CIO will receive the prestigious prize of “Roving Ambassador for Peace.”
Cosmopolitan and Gina Concepts Join Forces to Launch New Cosmetic Accessories Line
Hearst magazines recently announced a licensing agreement with Gina Concepts, a subsidiary of Gina Group, to develop its first Cosmopolitan-branded cosmetic bags and accessories line.
Community Programs Accelerator Now Accepting Applications
The University of Chicago’s Community Programs Accelerator is currently accepting applications for this year’s program cycle. The initiative supports non-profit organizations that are based in, or serve, Chicago’s Douglas, Grand Boulevard, Greater Grand Crossing, Hyde Park, Kenwood, Oakland, South Shore, Washington Park, and Woodlawn neighborhoods.
APARTMENT RESIDENTS VOICE THEIR CONCERNS ABOUT LIVING CONDITIONS
Residents of the Indian Trail Apartments, located on 221 E. 121st St. in West Pullman, recently held a press conference in front of the building to speak about their concerns and alleged declining living conditions in the building.
BLOOM TRAIL HIGH SCHOOL CUTS RIBBON ON IMPROVED SARFF FIELD
A ribbon cutting ceremony was recently held to officially open Bloom Trail High School’s new and improved Sarff Field. During the summer construction, a new eye-catching blue synthetic turf was installed on the football field, the track was resurfaced, and the track event areas, including the high jump, long jump, triple jump, shot put and discus areas, were all upgraded.
Rashard Johnson named as President of Advocate South Suburban and Advocate Trinity Hospitals
Advocate Trinity Hospital, part of Advocate Aurora Health, has appointed Rashard Johnson as president of both Advocate South Suburban Hospital, in Hazel Crest, Ill., and Advocate Trinity Hospital, in Chicago, following a nationwide executive search.
SOUTH SUBURBAN COLLEGE NAMES FIRST-EVER FEMALE PRESIDENT
A recent vote by the South Suburban College (SSC) Board of Trustees unanimously appointed Dr. Lynette Stokes, the current Vice President of Academic Services at SSC, as the next college president and on Oct. 1, she will assume her role as the first woman President is SSC’s history.
Ida’s Legacy Highlights the Political Journeys of Four Outstanding African-American Women Candidates during its “Legacy & Libations” Summer Mixer Event
There are more black women running for local, state and federal offices than ever before in history. Four Chicago area women, who decided it was their turn, will take part in a discussion of their journeys as candidates for congress, attorney general, cook county commissioner and alderman Wednesday, Aug. 22, 2018, at Truth Italian Restaurant, 56 E. Pershing Rd., Chicago, 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. as part of the Ida B. Wells Legacy Committee’s “Legacy & Libations” summer event.
What is Constitution Day in Illinois?
On August 26th, the Illinois Bicentennial Commission is sponsoring special events throughout the state to commemorate the 200th anniversary of Illinois’s first constitution. Motorcycle enthusiasts, for instance, will travel along historic Route 66 through Pontiac, Lexington, and Lincoln, before they arrive in Springfield for the dedication of the new Illinois Bicentennial Plaza. While you’re celebrating Constitution Day, don’t forget to reflect on Illinois’s own journey.
The Queen Of Soul Has Died
The Queen of Soul, Aretha Louise Franklin, died on Aug. 16 at the age of 76 after battling advanced pancreatic cancer. The 18-time Grammy Award winner passed away at her home in Detroit with her family and loved ones by her side, according to a statement issued by Franklin’s family through her longtime publicist, Gwendolyn Quinn.
Chicago, Cook County Homeownership to Get Boost with $8 Million NeighborhoodLIFT Program
Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE:WFC), NeighborWorks® America and its network member, Neighborhood Housing Services of Chicago, recently announced the NeighborhoodLIFT® program will expand to the Chicago area with an $8 million commitment by Wells Fargo to boost homeownership in Cook County.
Advocates call for a moratorium on expressway expansion in Chicagoland
For decades, regional planning leaders have urged cities and villages across metropolitan Chicago to build communities in ways that reduce driving and increase walking, bicycling and public transit ridership. But a new analysis by the Active Transportation Alliance shows that the region has only grown more car dependent.
Food Shouldn’t Jam You Up … Local Lifestyle Expert Shares Her Food Journey To Highlight Food Allergies That Develop Later In Life
Chicago based lifestyle, fitness and nutrition coach, Andrea Wise, thought she knew it all about health until this summer when she started experiencing hives and gut pain after eating. So she cut out the obvious foods, alcohols and made a concerted effort for the typical immediate relief. That relief never came, so Andrea had her blood and stool tested to reveal the real issues. The results blew her Nike’s off … she can’t eat tomatoes, avocado, spinach, and the list goes on.
