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SSCUG aims to uplift black girls on the south side
SSCUG aims to uplift black girls on the south side By: Chelsea Johnson According to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights, black girls are suspended at higher rates (12%) than girls from any other race or ethnicity; and at a higher rate than white boys and white girls. While it now appears that the government is finally taking action to deal with this alarming statistic, Demoiselle 2 Femme, through way of the South Side Coalition on Urban Girls (SSCUG) has been fighting since 2010 to empower Black girls on Chicago’s South Side.
The Africa Channel Salutes Prince
The Africa Channel Salutes Prince The Africa Channel (TAC) announced recently it will salute the great recording artist Prince by making a half-hour collaboration with the performer available to fans on www.TheAfricaChannel.com. The show, “Prince! Behind the Symbol” original aired on The Africa Channel in April 2011. “Prince! Behind the Symbol” was nominated for a 2012 NAACP Image Award in the category of Outstanding Variety Series or Special. “Prince! Behind the Symbol” is an exclusive look at Prince’s 2011 Forum show in Los Angeles, featuring live performances from Prince, interviews with fans and celebrity guests including Evander Holyfield, Mila Kunis, George Lopez, Maya Rudolph, Paul Stanley, Boris Kodjoe and more.
Annual Edison Award to Take Place in Chicago
Annual Edison Award to Take Place in Chicago In recognition of their distinguished leadership, innovation, and progress in advancing the electric power industry, eight U.S. and two international electric companies have been named as finalists for the Edison Electric Institute’s (EEI’s) 2016 Edison Award, the electric power industry’s most prestigious honor. A committee of energy trade publication editors has selected American Electric Power, Arizona Public Service Company, Edison International, The Empire District Electric Company, Green Mountain Power, Indianapolis Power & Light Company, Vermont Electric Power Company, and Xcel Energy as finalists for this year’s U.S. Edison Award, while The AES Corporation and CESC Limited were named finalists for the International Edison Award.
AT&T Receives Global Network Contract
AT&T has been awarded a position on the Defense Information Systems Agency’s (DISA) Global Networking Services (GNS) contract. The award lets AT&T bid on and provide communications services to support GNS. DISA plans to spend $4.3 billion over 10 years to build a single global network that will work 10 times faster than today’s. With a place on the contract, AT&T will have the opportunity to provide global networking services to DISA. AT&T will provide services like global and regional transport services, software-defined networking, Ethernet and network integration services.
Chicago Residents Utilize Technology For City Services
The City of Chicago is using digital technology 24 hours a day to help streamline the process for reporting problems like potholes, graffiti and street light repair. Residents can text in a problem, email and call to make a service request, or if they see a problem like a pothole in the street, residents can take a picture on the spot and upload it onto the city’s 311 system.
Carter G. Woodson Library
For 41 years, the Carter G. Woodson library has stood on the southeast corner of 95th Street and Halsted and houses the Midwest’s largest collection of black literature, including the Vivian G. Harsh Collection. Yet, despite this rich history and artifacts such as original manuscripts from Black authors and official records dating back to slavery, the library named after the man many credit as being the father of Black History Month saw no plans of restoration.
Comcast Launches “Internet Essentials Learning Zone”
Leaders from local community-based organizations and elected officials joined Comcast on Tuesday to announce the creation of an “Internet Essentials Learning Zone” spanning Chicago’s Englewood, Fuller Park and Washington Park neighborhoods. The goal of the new zone is to help close the digital divide by providing free access to the Internet and computers at participating community-based organizations. During the announcement, Comcast committed to:
Registration Now Open for City Colleges of Chicago Summer and Fall 2016 Terms
Chicagoans who want a quality, affordable education to prepare for further college or career can register now for the Summer and Fall 2016 semesters at City Colleges of Chicago, the largest community college system in Illinois.
11-Year-Old's Honey Lemonade Company Gets A Deal with Whole Foods
An 11-year-old's lemonade company has struck a deal with Whole Foods to be carried in stores across four states.
Former U.S. Rep. Mel Reynolds Arrested at Atlanta Airport
Former U.S. Rep. Mel Reynolds was taken into federal custody Monday morning in Atlanta after a judge in Chicago ordered his arrest because he didn't appear for a hearing in a tax case last month, federal officials said.
What if You Haven’t Filed Taxes in Years?
Most people that have IRS problems haven’t filed in a few years. It’s a common problem. You are not alone. Don’t be embarrassed.
Amazon Sues Exec Set to Join Target
Amazon.com sued its seasoned logistics executive nearly a month after Target hired him, saying he has violated a non-compete clause that prohibits him from joining a rival for at least 18 months.
FCC to offer Internet for $9.25 a month for low-income households
The U.S. government will soon begin to subsidize Internet service for millions of low-income Americans.
Illinois House Returns to Work, But No Progress on Budget
Illinois lawmakers kicked off the final two months of the spring session with a flurry of activity Monday, advancing measures to punish gun traffickers and expedite criminal hearings in Cook County for low-level offenses.
