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tgin Foundation Hosts 7th Annual Cocktails for the Cure, Premieres “Breast Health” Truck to Support Breast Cancer Awareness in Minority Communities
The tgin Foundation successfully hosted its 7th annual Cocktails for the Cure gala, an inspiring evening dedicated to advancing breast cancer awareness and support for minority women. Held at The Geraghty, the event brought together supporters, advocates, and community leaders to raise funds and further the Foundation’s mission of educating and empowering underserved communities on breast health.
Tips For Preparing Children For Transition From Preschool The Kindergarten
Tamera Fair and Tonia Evans have years of experience in early childhood education. The pair met when Tonia decided she wanted to start a career in early childhood education and Tamera became her mentor. Tonia is set to open her own daycare center this year. They are also the co-authors of The Purple Turtle Magical Series. Evans and Fair have tips for parents that can help them prepare their children to go from preschool to kindergarten.
Living Room Sessions Blend Artistry And Conversations
Reesheda Graham Washington, Executive Director of the Kehrein Center for the Arts Foundation, came up with the idea to host an event at the center that would showcase the artistry and creativity that exists within Chicago’s Black arts community.
The Doctor Is In At “A Beautiful Noise”
Lisa Renee Pitts always wanted to be an actor. When she was a child, she would imitate comedians like Carole Burnett and Lucille Ball and make up characters. Her parents also saw her talent as an entertainer. She attended a performing arts junior high school in New York, where she is from, and majored in theatre in college.
Chicago Native Receives Grammy Nomination
Matt B released Alkebulan II in August of this year. The album, which features the Royal Philharmonic has received a Grammy nomination in the Best Global Music Album category. This is the second Grammy nomination for the singer, songwriter and producer, who was nominated in 2023 for Best Global Music Performance for “Gimme Love,” a song that he collaborated with Ugandan star Eddy Kenzo on.
Doctor’s Transformative Journey Leads to Luxury Lifestyle Brand
Dr. Jeannie Jacobs spent more than two decades as an OB/GYN, delivering babies and supporting women with reproductive care.
Gov. Pritzker Announces $72 Million in Medical Debt Relief for over 52,000 Illinoisans
The State of Illinois’ Medical Debt Relief Pilot Program has relieved more than $72 million worth of medical debt for 52,745 Illinois residents from across the state. This debt abolishment is the first effort as part of the State’s commitment to erase roughly $1 billion in medical debt across Illinois. Individuals benefitting from medical debt relief will receive letters notifying them that their debts have been eliminated. The average amount of debt abolished per person is $1,349 and the maximum debt abolished for one individual is $242,136.
SKYDECK CHICAGO ANNOUNCES 2025 VALENTINE'S DAY CONTEST, LOVE ON THE LEDGE
Skydeck Chicago, the breathtaking observation deck on the 103rd floor of the Willis Tower, is thrilled to announce the return of its popular Valentine's Day social media contest, Love on The Ledge. This annual, heartwarming event gives fearless couples the chance to tie the knot or renew their vows in a private, romantic ceremony on The Ledge, suspended 1,353 feet above the city with sweeping views of the Chicago skyline.
WakeMed Selects MedSpeed to Build Integrated Logistics Network
MedSpeed, a leading provider of same-day logistics services to the health care industry, has teamed up with WakeMed, a nationally recognized not-for-profit health care system founded and based in Raleigh, N.C., to enhance, integrate and optimize the system-wide, last-mile delivery of critical materials such as specimens, supplies, and pharmaceuticals across the system's care-delivery footprint.
ASCENSION Event Celebrates Surge Institute’s 10-Year Legacy of Uplifting Education Leaders of Color
Surge Institute gathered alumni, supporters and special guests at WildmanBT in Chicago for ASCENSION, a celebration of its 10-year anniversary, on Thursday, November 7, 2024. With success stories, awards and a shared vision for the future, the evening honored Surge’s decade-long commitment to empowering leaders of color within the education sector.
HABILITATIVE SYSTEMS, INC. HOSTS 4TH ANNUAL RACE AND HEALTH EQUITY AWARDS
Habilitative Systems, Inc. (HSI), one of Chicago’s largest Behavioral Health and Human Services agencies dedicated to enriching the quality of life in key communities, will host their 4th Annual HSI Race and Health Equity Awards Reception, Thursday, December 12, 5:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. at Malcolm X College, 1900 W. Jackson Blvd.
MAYOR BRANDON JOHNSON HOSTS THE SECOND ANNUAL EARLY CHILDHOOD TOWN HALL
Mayor Brandon Johnson announced that the Mayor’s Office, in partnership with Every Child Ready Chicago (ECRC) hosted the second annual Early Childhood Town Hall, which includes the launch of the ECRC Strategic Framework. The ECRC Strategic Framework reflects the collective priorities of the administration and the community, presenting a roadmap for advancing those priorities collaboratively in order to build a stronger, more accessible and more equitable early childhood system in Chicago.
Chicago Public Schools Extends GoCPS Application Deadline for the 2025-26 School Year
Chicago Public Schools (CPS) has extended the GoCPS application window until 5 p.m. November 22. This extension gives students and families additional time to explore their educational options for the 2025-26 school year.
JARRARD INC. ADDS SENIOR LEADERS IN RESPONSE TO CONTINUED STELLAR GROWTH
Jarrard Inc., a national top 10 healthcare strategic communications consultancy, is pleased to announce the addition of two industry veterans to drive the firm's continued growth in its Strategic Positioning and Change Management service lines. Specifically, these experts will help Jarrard clients navigate the significant market pressures related to growth, innovation and change.