(L to R) State Sen. Donne Trotter (D-17), William Garth, Sr., publisher, Chicago Citizen Newspaper Group Inc. and chairman, QBG Foundation, Henry L. English, president/CEO, Black United Fund of Illinois, Inc., Ald. John Pope (10th), Jorge Ramirez, president, Chicago Federation of Labor and State Rep. Marlow Colvin (D-33) look on as Gov. Pat Quinn signs legislation to advance the Chicago Clean Energy project. The initiative is expected to create 1,500 jobs and save consumers more than $100 million over the next several years. (Photo by Thelma Sardin)

(L to R) State Sen. Donne Trotter (D-17), William Garth, Sr., publisher, Chicago Citizen Newspaper Group Inc. and chairman, QBG Foundation, Henry L. English, president/CEO, …

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Jack Stonebraker, Community Relationship Program Manager for Best Buy (front row far right) is pictured with several employees who volunteer with the Best Buy TagTeam Award program. Several of these volunteers will assist the QBG Foundation with duties leading up to the 2011 Scholarship Awards Gala. The event will take place on August 20. (Photo by Thelma Sardin)

Jack Stonebraker, Community Relationship Program Manager for Best Buy (front row far right) is pictured with several employees who volunteer with the Best Buy TagTeam …

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President Obama outpaced fundraising projections to raise $86 million for his re-election campaign and the Democratic Party during the last three months. (Photo by Pete Souza)

President Obama outpaced fundraising projections to raise $86 million for his re-election campaign and the Democratic Party during the last three months. (Photo by Pete …

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Corey Bradford, volunteers with youth because an individual made a positive impact on his life during his adolescent years, said I had someone when I was a youth to guide me in the right direction, not only in sports but also education. In his spare time, he also coaches one of the Chicago Select Basketball Club's teams. (Photo Courtesy of Corey Bradford)

Corey Bradford, volunteers with youth because an individual made a positive impact on his life during his adolescent years, said I had someone when I …

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Members of Ada S. McKinley's Educational Services staff distribute trunks to first time college bound students. In order to receive a trunk each student had to write an essay titled, "Why This Education Is Important Me." (Photo by Thelma Sardin)

Members of Ada S. McKinley's Educational Services staff distribute trunks to first time college bound students. In order to receive a trunk each student had …

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In August, Ebony will have an intimate conversation with Tyler Perry, the $350 Million Man who gets personal on the highs and lows of his life as he talks about reacting to critics, building his businessand his desire for a family.

In August, Ebony will have an intimate conversation with Tyler Perry, the $350 Million Man who gets personal on the highs and lows of his …

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Eventually, children will start to notice trends, rules and peer pressure, but until then, experts say, let them wear their plaid on plaid, shocking pink with neon orange, and argyle with polka-dots. And different colored socks, of course. Photo Nadya Peek

Eventually, children will start to notice trends, rules and peer pressure, but until then, experts say, let them wear their plaid on plaid, shocking pink …

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"When a couple finds out they are expecting a baby, the reactions can run the gamut. But whether you and your partner are screaming with excitement or overcome with anxiety, keep in mind that the baby has already started its path to development: As soon as the conception happens the baby has the 46 chromosomes needed to determine eye color, height and sex," says Doriane C. Miller, MD. Prenatal care is especially important for African-Americans and women age 35 and older. African-American women have a significantly higher rate of pre-term labor, 17.6 percent, compared to other racial groups, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports.

"When a couple finds out they are expecting a baby, the reactions can run the gamut. But whether you and your partner are screaming with …

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Dr. Doriane C. Miller

Dr. Doriane C. Miller

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South Central Community Services, Inc. has launched a campaign to renovate its Olympic-sized pool. The pool has not been in use since 2003. On July 23, the agency will host a day of fundraising events to sponsor the pool's reconditioning. (Photo Courtesy of South Central Community Services, Inc.)

South Central Community Services, Inc. has launched a campaign to renovate its Olympic-sized pool. The pool has not been in use since 2003. On July …

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Millions of South African schoolchildren began their day this past week by singing a special version of Happy Birthday to Nelson Mandela who recently celebrated his 93rd birthday in South Africa.

Millions of South African schoolchildren began their day this past week by singing a special version of Happy Birthday to Nelson Mandela who recently celebrated …

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The Rev. Jesse L. Jackson addresses the audience at Rainbow PUSH's Saturday Morning Forum on July 16. (Photo by Thelma Sardin)

The Rev. Jesse L. Jackson addresses the audience at Rainbow PUSH's Saturday Morning Forum on July 16. (Photo by Thelma Sardin)

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Scott R. Hubbell

Scott R. Hubbell

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Members of the hip hop group A Tribe Called Quest performing a concert in 2008. Photo Solid State Survivor

Members of the hip hop group A Tribe Called Quest performing a concert in 2008. Photo Solid State Survivor

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Malik Taylor / Phife Dawg. Photo John Manoogian III

Malik Taylor / Phife Dawg. Photo John Manoogian III

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Q-tip at Commonwealth Washington, D.C. in 2008.Photo docmonstereyes

Q-tip at Commonwealth Washington, D.C. in 2008.Photo docmonstereyes

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JONES MAGAZINE SUMMER TRENDS Jones Magazine Looks at Fashion's Hottest Trends for The Summer. (PRNewsFoto/Jones Magazine)

JONES MAGAZINE SUMMER TRENDS Jones Magazine Looks at Fashion's Hottest Trends for The Summer. (PRNewsFoto/Jones Magazine)

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Analysts were uncertain a competitor would want to acquire Clorox, which does most of its business in the mature U.S. markets and is not a big player in faster-growing overseas markets. Photo Vox Efx

Analysts were uncertain a competitor would want to acquire Clorox, which does most of its business in the mature U.S. markets and is not a …

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Kodak has amassed more than 1,000 digital-imaging patents, and almost all of today's digital cameras rely on that technology. Photo jurvetson

Kodak has amassed more than 1,000 digital-imaging patents, and almost all of today's digital cameras rely on that technology. Photo jurvetson

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The Hershey Co. is selling off part of its original chocolate plant at the sweet price of nearly $58 million.

The Hershey Co. is selling off part of its original chocolate plant at the sweet price of nearly $58 million.

Published on July 19, 2011