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WALKGOOD LA CONCLUDES INSPIRING 2ND ANNUAL FILMGOOD & WELLNESS FESTIVAL
WalkGood LA successfully concluded its 2nd Annual Film and Wellness Festival, an inspiring five-day event that brought together industry leaders, creators, and community members for a celebration of film and wellness. Drawing over 375 filmmakers, storytellers, and attendees, the festival featured more than 25 dynamic panelists, including Sheryl Lee Ralph, Jharrel Jerome, and Lena Waithe. It has quickly established itself as a cornerstone of Los Angeles' cultural calendar.
AUDITORIUM PHILMS CONCERT SERIES continues with Marvel Studio’s Black Panther live in concert One night only Saturday, January 18 at 7:30 PM at The Auditorium
The Auditorium, Chicago’s landmark stage at 50 E. Ida B. Wells Drive, and the Chicago Philharmonic present the latest installment in its Auditorium Philms Concert Series, a multi-media experience presenting iconic films brought to life with scores performed in concert, with the landmark superhero movie Marvel Studio’s Black Panther. The blockbuster film will play while a full orchestra performs the thrilling score composed by Ludwig Göransson -one of the most lauded and prolific composers working in film today- with in-sync dialogue and sound effects from the original film.
MAYOR BRANDON JOHNSON SIGNS EXECUTIVE ORDER TO ESTABLISH TRANSFEMICIDE WORKING GROUP
Mayor Brandon Johnson signed Executive Order 2024-2, establishing a Transfemicide Working Group to develop comprehensive strategies addressing violence against transgender women in our city. This Working Group represents a vital step in the Johnson administration’s commitment to implementing community safety approaches that address root causes of violence and ensure Chicago is safe for all residents.
Rep. Robin Kelly Introduces Bicameral Bill to Increase Transparency in Federal Spending
Congresswoman Robin Kelly (IL-02) introduced the Increasing Transparency and Accountability in Federal Spending Act (H.R. 10394) to include holistic demographic data of federal loans and grants recipients. Currently, data tracking of federal awards such as grants, loans, and contracts does not include the recipients’ ethnicity, race, or sex. U.S. Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ) also introduced his companion bill.
Rebuilding Illinois: IDOT revitalized, modernized transportation statewide in 2024
The Illinois Department of Transportation continued to revitalize and modernize transportation and mobility across the state in 2024. Made possible by the governor’s historic, bipartisan Rebuild Illinois capital program, projects transformed highways, transit, railroads, airports, waterways and active transportation everywhere Illinois residents call home, creating safer and more reliable travel options while boosting economic opportunity for generations to come.
The Auditorium proudly presents Complexions: Contemporary Ballet
The Auditorium, Chicago’s landmark stage at 50 E. Ida B. Wells Drive, proudly announces the return of New York-based Complexions Contemporary Ballet. Celebrating its 30th anniversary, the internationally acclaimed company will present a captivating evening of dance, featuring For Crying Out Loud—a Chicago premiere paying tribute to the legendary Irish rock band U2. Complexions returns to The Auditorium, 50 E Ida B. Wells Drive, for one night only at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 7. Tickets start at $39.00 and are available at auditoriumtheatre.org or by calling The Auditorium’s Ticket Service Center at 312.341.2300.
Bally’s Chicago Announces Investment Opportunity
Bally’s Chicago, Inc. (the “Company” or “BCI” or “Bally’s Chicago”) announced the commencement of its offering of a 25% equity stake in its Chicago casino and resort project. Bally’s Chicago has begun marketing the initial public offering and concurrent private placement of its equity ownership interests (offering by prospectus and information memorandum only). Loop Capital Markets is acting as the sole Placement Agent in the offering. The monies raised are intended to support the funding for Bally’s planned permanent casino and resort, located at the historic former Tribune Publishing site in Chicago, Illinois, and is a key component of the Host Community Agreement (“HCA”) between Bally’s Chicago and the City of Chicago. Qualified Investors under the terms of the HCA, can participate as equity investors in a project that aims to deliver world-class entertainment and generate significant economic impact for the region.
Chicago Sinfonietta's Outgoing President and CEO, Blake-Anthony Johnson, honored with two proclamations for his work in Chicago
Outgoing Chicago Sinfonietta President and CEO Blake-Anthony Johnson, who ends his tenure with the orchestra at the end of this month, was feted last night as the organization said a fond farewell and celebrated his many accomplishments for the orchestra during his five-year tenure. Recently announced Interim CEO Wendy Lewis praised Johnson in a short speech, and not one, but two Chicago Mayors honored him with proclamations.
THE SKIN OF COLOR SOCIETY (SOCS) WRAPS ITS 20TH ANNIVERSARY YEAR
The Skin of Color Society (SOCS), the world's leading skin of color dermatology organization, reports that its 20th anniversary year delivered record-level achievements and a slate of new initiatives advancing knowledge and excellence in the specialty through research, education, mentorship, and advocacy.
Lawyer Works Nationally to Prove That Factual Information Can Be Valuable To Local Communities
Areva Martin is a Harvard-educated lawyer who has appeared on CNN and Good Morning America. Growing up, Martin saw inequities and injustices and wanted to become a lawyer to address them.
New Mentorship Program Provides Opportunities For Youth In The Southland
The Big Brothers Big Sisters Chicago Southland and NabrU have launched a mentorship program with a mission to empower young people. Young people who participate in the program will receive one-on-one mentorship. The goal of the Dolton Neighborhood Program is to foster personal growth, academic success, and leadership development.
SHUCKED Blends Escapism And Country Music, With A Tale Of Acceptance
Miki Abraham began performing when they were seven years old, in a production of “Annie.” They watched their older sister perform in local theater in West Kentucky and really wanted to audition. They went on to do theater locally until they were 19 years old.
COGNITIVE IMPAIRMENT IN THE WORKPLACE
The Challenges for Employers and Employees as the aging population in the United States continues to grow, the prevalence of cognitive impairment and dementia in the workplace is on the rise, creating significant challenges for employees, caregivers, and employers. With over 11 million Americans providing unpaid care for individuals living with Alzheimer’s or other dementias, the ripple effects of these conditions extend far beyond families, deeply impacting the workforce.
AND the BEAT GOES ON…
My focus in this column has primarily been directed to the actions families must take to preserve their wealth for the next generations, in accordance to Proverbs 13:22.
