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Richard Gallion Entertainment Set To Mount Two Shows For Black History Month
Richard Gallion developed Richard Gallion Entertainment (RGE) Gallion said the inspiration for his plays came from a series that he is developing called the “What If” series. He said that most movies and television shows emerge from the writer saying, what if.
Actress’s Production Company Creates Opportunities For Emerging Creatives
Cynthia Kaye McWilliams has always been interested in the arts, theatre and storytelling. She went to school to train in theatre, receiving her degree from the Theatre School of DePaul University. She thought she would do theatre and that would be her life. Then, her focus became more film and television because those were the opportunities that she had access to. The more opportunities she had in film and television, the more she fell in love with it.
City of Chicago-Cook County Violence Against Women Task Force Aims to Address Domestic Violence
A task force aimed at creating safeguards for women who are the victims and survivors of domestic violence was launched on Wednesday, Jan. 7th. The City of Chicago-Cook County Violence Against Women Task Force seeks to address the rise in violence against women and their children across Cook County and the city of Chicago.
Defending Dr. King’s America: Raja Krishnamoorthi is Fighting for DEI and Democracy
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s vision for America was never ambiguous. It was grounded in fairness, dignity, and full participation in democracy for every person — regardless of race, background, or circumstance. That vision is now under direct threat as Donald Trump and his allies move aggressively to dismantle Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives while rolling back voting rights and civil rights protections that generations of Americans fought to secure.
Juliana Stratton Fails to Gain Steam While Kelly Rises With Black Voters
The Illinois Democratic primary to replace retiring U.S. Senator Dick Durbin is well underway, with under a month to go until voters begin to cast their ballots. Senator Durbin has served our state in the U.S. Senate for nearly thirty years, underscoring the once-in-a-generation nature of this contested primary.
DEMOCRAT NATALIE HOWSE PRIMED, PREPARED, AND READY TO SERVE AS CIRCUIT COURT JUDGE OF THE 1ST SUB CIRCUIT
Democrat Natalie Howse, a respected attorney, community advocate, and lifelong South Side Chicagoan, is now primed, energized and ready for the stretch run for Circuit Court Judge of the 1st Sub Circuit. With decades of legal experience spanning prosecution, child welfare, regulatory oversight, and equity-driven public service, Howse enters the race with a deep understanding of the law and an unwavering commitment to fairness, accountability, and justice for all.
Commissioner Donna Miller Convenes First Meeting of Chicago–Cook County Task Force to Reduce Violence Against Women
Cook County Commissioner Donna Miller helped convene the first meeting of the Chicago–Cook County Task Force to Reduce Violence Against Women, marking a critical step forward in strengthening protections and advancing coordinated solutions for survivors of domestic violence.
Cook County Clerk and Chicago Bears Launch Historic High School Early Voting Program
In partnership with the Chicago Bears organization, the Cook County Clerk’s Office is launching a first-of-its-kind High School Early Voting program, bringing official Early Voting sites to more than 20 suburban high schools across the county at the start of Early Voting for the March 17 Gubernatorial Primary Election.
OWN ANNOUNCES MAXXED OUT: A BOLD NEW FINANCIAL INTERVENTION SERIES PREMIERING JANUARY 10, 2026
OWN dives into the emotional and financial chaos impacting families and friends across America with its bold new series, MAXXED OUT, premiering Saturday, January 10, 2026, at 9:00 PM ET/PT.
100 Black Men of America, Inc. Joins National HOPE AI Initiative to Advance Inclusive Financial and AI Literacy Across Underserved Communities
100 Black Men of America, Inc., the nation's preeminent African American mentoring and leadership development organization, announced its partnership with Operation HOPE's newly launched HOPE AI initiative, a national strategy designed to transform financial literacy and expand equitable access to artificial intelligence education and tools.
The Obama Presidential Center Announces Latest Art Commission, An Expansive Frieze by Artist Theaster Gates
The Obama Foundation announced a major new commission by artist Theaster Gates for the Hadiya Pendleton Atrium at the forthcoming Obama Presidential Center opening in 2026.
ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL CALLS ON META TO REMOVE MISLEADING AI WEIGHT LOSS ADS
Attorney General Kwame Raoul, as part of a bipartisan coalition of 35 attorneys general, called on Meta to better enforce its own policies about pharmaceutical and wellness ads on Instagram and Facebook, and take additional measures to prevent AI-generated weight loss content in ads. These ads are likely to see an uptick during the holiday season and the new year, when conversations around weight loss and appearance tend to increase.
ELEVATE’S FIRST YOUNG-ADULT SOLAR TRAINING PROGRAM EMPOWERS 7 CHICAGOANS TO LAUNCH REWARDING CAREERS IN CLEAN ENERGY, FUEL HEALTHIER COMMUNITIES
Elevate, in partnership with Cultivate Collective, Sesenergi Eco Solutions, and Priority Consulting & Services, celebrated the graduation of seven young adults from its inaugural Young Adult Clean Energy Training Program. The ten-week program equipped graduates aged 18-24 from Chicago’s Southwest Side with the skills they need to succeed in the solar industry by pairing a robust training curriculum with personalized case management and holistic support. In addition to gaining technical expertise and industry-recognized credentials, the graduates developed communication and problem-solving skills that will contribute to their long-term success as professionals.
Cook County Clerk Monica Gordon Highlights First-Year Accomplishments and Officewide Modernization Efforts
Clerk Monica Gordon has released a comprehensive summary of her first-year accomplishments, highlighting significant progress in modernizing operations, strengthening election administration, improving customer service, and expanding access across all divisions of the Clerk’s Office.