Local News
Cook County is Becoming Unaffordable for Families
For over 45 years my family and I have resided in Cook County. In the last year alone, Cook County has faced massive property taxes for local schools and municipal governments, our sales tax has risen to the highest in the nation, and we have been hit with new garbage and sewer tax proposals. Now, the Cook County board wants to tax our grocery carts with a proposed penny-per ounce beverage tax. Enough is enough.
DISTINGUISHED ALUMNI AWARD GOES TO FINNEY
CHICAGO – As a theologian whom one colleague said is able to join “Jesus and justice,” the Rev. Dr. Leon Finney, Jr., is well deserving of the Distinguished Alumni Award presented by the McCormick Theological Seminary at the University of Chicago.
FCA US Supports National Black MBA Association Competition
Talented MBA candidates from 34 of the nation’s leading business schools recently competed for $50,000 in scholarships in the 2016 National Black MBA Association (NBMBAA) Graduate Student Case Competition, sponsored by FCA US LLC.
Foster Care Coalition Urges Community Top Adopt Black Teens
A free foster care event was recently sponsored by the Call to Action: Foster our Youth! Coalition in conjunction with the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS), and the Illinois Center for Adoption and Permanency, at Kennedy King College’s Great Hall located on 6301 S. Halsted. Panelists included: George Sheldon, director of DCFS of Illinois, two youth speakers and foster care.
Iconic Radio Pioneer Herb Kent Dies at 88
Herb Kent, an urban radio pioneer and voice of the community, passed away on Saturday, October 22. He was 88 years old. A living history lesson to many Chicagoans, Herbert Rogers Kent, also known as the Cool Gent, The King of the Dusties and The Honorary Mayor of Bronzeville was one of the most important figures in Chicago radio history. Kent was not only able to entertain and inform listeners on his weekly radio show, he also opened up many doors for African Americans. Simply put, Herb Kent was a Chicago treasure and a bankable commodity.
NEW WEB TOOL SEEKS TO CURB POLICE MISCONDUCT
In support of demands for greater police accountability in Chicago and nationwide, Illinois nonprofit The Lucy Parsons Labs is launching “Open Oversight,” an interactive web tool that makes it easier for Chicago residents to file complaints against police officers.
SUBURBAN STUDENTS, COMMUNITY WALK AGAINST VIOLENCE
There is a common desire across this nation when it comes to violence—most people want the senseless killings to s top. Students from District 205 Thornton Township High School expressed concerns about the issue of violence and took a proactive stance by uniting students from surrounding communities, faith leaders, and organizations in a walk for peace.
Emanuel Presents 2017 Budget Proposal
Mayor Rahm Emanuel recently presented his 2017 budget proposal to the City Council.
AGENCY DISCUSSES THE “COLOR OF EDUCATION”
The Cradle Adoption agency recently joined an esteemed panel of educators in a straightforward discussion dealing with race and education during the “Color of Education” Roundtable Discussion, at Loyola University Chicago School of Law, 25 E. Pearson. The "Color of Education" was the third program in the agency's multi-event series.
Gina Miller New VP/General Manager of Urban Inspirational
Entertainment One Music Nashville (eOne Music Nashville) recently announced the appointment of Gina Miller to VP/General Manager of Urban Inspirational, promoting the veteran music executive from her previous role as VP National Promotions and Label Relations for eOne Music Nashville.
Healthy Eating in Englewood
While the Whole Foods Store in Englewood recently celebrated its grand opening, it also marked a very special time for Chicago Chef David Fuller. Fuller, a culinary arts & hospitality teacher at Chicago Vocational School (CVS) and founder of Eating to Live consulting, will have his very own vegan “green foods dishes” in all 50 Whole Food Stores in the Midwest region.
Local Projects Receive $30.7 Million Boost
The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) today announced a $30.7 million investment to expand travel options and enhance the quality of life in communities throughout the state. The 33 projects approved through IDOT’s Illinois Transportation Enhancement Program (ITEP) include biking and walking paths, trails, streetscape beautification work and other projects designed to encourage safe travel across the various modes of transportation at the local level.
New Website Gives Black Women the News and tools to Vote
Higher Heights, the leading and trusted political voice for Black women leading up to, and beyond Election Day 2016 recently launched #BlackWomenVote Get Out The Vote, a nonpartisan campaign. The nationwide effort is to ensure Black women have the news and tools to get out the vote on Nov. 8.
Obama Foundation Announces Establishment of Inclusion Council
Chicago, IL – The Obama Foundation recently announced the creation of the Obama Foundation Inclusion Council. The mission of the new Council is to ensure that the ongoing work of the Foundation is informed by a diverse set of views and opinions and in line with the values of diversity and inclusion.
