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ComEd is seeking support from community leaders and business owners to plan a major overhaul in its electrical delivery system. The company says the century old system is in need of critical reform.  (Photo Credit: ComEd)

ComEd is seeking support from community leaders and business owners to plan a major overhaul in its electrical delivery system. The company says the century …

Published on April 26, 2011

ComEd is planning to switch its century old electrical grid to a digital system. The company hopes to replace all of its antequated meters with a Smart Meter that is pictured here. Smart Meters communicates wirelessly with ComEd and helps customers monitor energy usage. (Photo by Thelma Sardin)

ComEd is planning to switch its century old electrical grid to a digital system. The company hopes to replace all of its antequated meters with …

Published on April 26, 2011

ComEd is seeking support from community leaders and business owners to plan a major overhaul in its electrical delivery system. The company says the century old system is in need of critical reform.  Last week, ComEd hosted an informational event about the renovated grid in conjunction with the Chatham Business Association (CBA) and Cosmopolitan Chamber of Commerce at the QBG Foundation, 806 E. 78th Street.  The event allowed the company to meet with community leaders and business owners to help inform the public of the proposed new grid.  Attending the meeting from left to right were: Angel Perez (ComEd); Bill Garth (Citizen); Larissa Tyler (QBG); Bonita Paker (ComEd); Melinda Kelly (CBA); John Hooker (ComEd); Joe Caldwell (CBA); John Steinbreaker (Best Buy); Carnice Carey and Leon Pass (Cosmopolitan Chamber of Commerce.) Photo by Jerome Photography.

ComEd is seeking support from community leaders and business owners to plan a major overhaul in its electrical delivery system. The company says the century …

Published on April 26, 2011

Located a few feet north of Thornton High School on 148th and Broadway in Harvey, this sign stands near the site of the soon to be rebuilt Gloria J. Taylor Center

Located a few feet north of Thornton High School on 148th and Broadway in Harvey, this sign stands near the site of the soon to …

Published on April 26, 2011

Susan Smith Ross

Susan Smith Ross

Published on April 26, 2011

Sheilah Robinson, manager of Roseland Special Service Areas (SSA)  #40 and #41 thanks Mayor Richard M. Daley for his support of the Roseland community during his 20+ years in office. (Photo Credit: Antonio Dickey/City of Chicago)

Sheilah Robinson, manager of Roseland Special Service Areas (SSA) #40 and #41 thanks Mayor Richard M. Daley for his support of the Roseland community during …

Published on April 26, 2011

Hyde Park Neighborhood Club, located on 5480 S. Kenwood, will host their 48th Annual Pancake Breakfast on May 1st.

Hyde Park Neighborhood Club, located on 5480 S. Kenwood, will host their 48th Annual Pancake Breakfast on May 1st.

Published on April 26, 2011

Pretty, easy and fun nail looks can be at your fingertips in nearly no time.

Pretty, easy and fun nail looks can be at your fingertips in nearly no time.

Published on April 26, 2011

Black Eyed Peas rapper will.i.am said, "Expanding the network of Peapod Adobe Youth Voices academies enables us to pay it forward, giving more youth the skills and encouragement they need to realize their dreams." Photo Nicolas Genin

Black Eyed Peas rapper will.i.am said, "Expanding the network of Peapod Adobe Youth Voices academies enables us to pay it forward, giving more youth the …

Published on April 26, 2011

Community members mingle after the Chesterfield Community Council Meeting last Tuesday evening. (Photo by Thelma Sardin)

Community members mingle after the Chesterfield Community Council Meeting last Tuesday evening. (Photo by Thelma Sardin)

Published on April 26, 2011

Young people all over the country are making a difference by volunteering in their communities.

Young people all over the country are making a difference by volunteering in their communities.

Published on April 26, 2011

EARTH, INC. ENCHANTING SANDAL The New Spring Collection of Earth(R) Shoes! Featuring the "Enchanting" - www.earthfootwear.com. (PRNewsFoto/Earth, Inc.) WALTHAM, MA UNITED STATES

EARTH, INC. ENCHANTING SANDAL The New Spring Collection of Earth(R) Shoes! Featuring the "Enchanting" - www.earthfootwear.com. (PRNewsFoto/Earth, Inc.) WALTHAM, MA UNITED STATES

Published on April 26, 2011

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