“Everybody’s message is peace and one Chicago which is a great thing. I feel like this is having a positive effect and if it happens every year it’s going to bring more and more people and at least for one day be one city…we can all be one.” - Dexter Matthews, a Northern Illinois University (NIU) student whose stage name is, Matt Muse, who was chosen to perform at the AAHH! FEST.

“Everybody’s message is peace and one Chicago which is a great thing. I feel like this is having a positive effect and if it happens …

Published on September 24, 2014
The AAHH! FEST presented by Chicago rappers Common, Kanye West and Che “Rhymefest” Smith on September 21 at Union Park, 501 W. Randolph St., provided a platform for local artists to showcase their talents and promoted peace and positivity.

The AAHH! FEST presented by Chicago rappers Common, Kanye West and Che “Rhymefest” Smith on September 21 at Union Park, 501 W. Randolph St., provided …

Published on September 24, 2014
Nancy Burrows, South Suburban College Business & Career Institute (BCI).

Nancy Burrows, South Suburban College Business & Career Institute (BCI).

Published on September 24, 2014

Published on September 24, 2014
Vocalist Tammy McCann performs during the Chicago Jazz Orchestra in 2013. In 2007, the University of Chicago, the Hyde Park Jazz Society, and several community stakeholders and supporters organized the first Hyde Park Jazz Fest.

Vocalist Tammy McCann performs during the Chicago Jazz Orchestra in 2013. In 2007, the University of Chicago, the Hyde Park Jazz Society, and several community …

Published on September 24, 2014
“The MWRD understands apps provide access to customers who otherwise will not contact the agency. Our hope is to become more customer friendly.” - Allison Fore, Public and Intergovernmental Affairs Officer for the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago told The Chicago Citizen Newspaper on the value of the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago's (MWRD) recently released smart phone app which allows Apple iOS product users to notify MWRD about incidents.

“The MWRD understands apps provide access to customers who otherwise will not contact the agency. Our hope is to become more customer friendly.” - Allison …

Published on September 24, 2014
The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago (MWRD) has released a new mobile incident reporting app as an extension of its online incident reporting application released last May.

The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago (MWRD) has released a new mobile incident reporting app as an extension of its online incident reporting …

Published on September 24, 2014
Devonshay Lofton, 17, member of the Jesse White Tumblers was shot and killed Sept. 18, on the 1300 block of North Cleveland Avenue.

Devonshay Lofton, 17, member of the Jesse White Tumblers was shot and killed Sept. 18, on the 1300 block of North Cleveland Avenue.

Published on September 24, 2014
Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel addresses clergy leaders from various faiths who gathered last Friday to launch the Bronzeville Dream Center, the idea of Rev. Chris Harris, founder of Bright Star Community Outreach and senior pastor of Bright Start Church and a collaboration between Bright Star Community Outreach, Northwestern Medicine, University Chicago Medicine and the United Way of Metropolitan Chicago to combat violence and provide post-trauma counseling and other support.

Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel addresses clergy leaders from various faiths who gathered last Friday to launch the Bronzeville Dream Center, the idea of Rev. Chris …

Published on September 24, 2014
Rev. Chris Harris, founder of Bright Star Community Outreach (BSCO) and senior pastor of Bright Star Church.

Rev. Chris Harris, founder of Bright Star Community Outreach (BSCO) and senior pastor of Bright Star Church.

Published on September 24, 2014
(L-R): Othel Owen, Lauri Sanders, president of the Spelman College Chicago alumni, and John Watson, Jr. enjoy the Chicago Football Classic tailgate party in the parking lot adjacent to Soldier Field, 1410 Museum Campus Dr., on September 20.

(L-R): Othel Owen, Lauri Sanders, president of the Spelman College Chicago alumni, and John Watson, Jr. enjoy the Chicago Football Classic tailgate party in the …

Published on September 24, 2014
(L-R): Tonya Glen, Lynette Johnson Watts, Melody Fields, Lori Thurman, and Laurise Johnson pose for a picture during Central State University’s tailgate party before the Chicago Football Classic on September 20 at Soldier Field, 1410 Museum Campus Dr.

(L-R): Tonya Glen, Lynette Johnson Watts, Melody Fields, Lori Thurman, and Laurise Johnson pose for a picture during Central State University’s tailgate party before the …

Published on September 24, 2014
Forrest Claypool, President, Chicago Transit Authority, joined local, state and federally elected officials at the 95th Street Red Line Terminal to announce the start of a $240 million reconstruction project that is expected to generate more than 700 construction jobs.

Forrest Claypool, President, Chicago Transit Authority, joined local, state and federally elected officials at the 95th Street Red Line Terminal to announce the start of …

Published on September 24, 2014
Terry Peterson, Chairman of the Chicago Transit Authority, joined local, state and federally elected officials at the 95th Street Redline Terminal, on Sept.22 to announce the start of a $240 million reconstruction project that is expected to generate more than 700 construction jobs.

Terry Peterson, Chairman of the Chicago Transit Authority, joined local, state and federally elected officials at the 95th Street Redline Terminal, on Sept.22 to announce …

Published on September 24, 2014