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The Illinois Hunger Coalition (IHC) along with State Representative Juliana Stratton is helping raise awareness of the summer meals program so more students receive summer meals when they normally would rely on breakfast or lunch during the school year. Photo Credit: The Illinois Hunger Coalition (IHC)

The Illinois Hunger Coalition (IHC) along with State Representative Juliana Stratton is helping raise awareness of the summer meals program so more students receive summer …

Published on August 16, 2017

More than fifty members of the Burrus family attended a ceremony honoring Clark Burrus, the City’s First African American Comptroller

More than fifty members of the Burrus family attended a ceremony honoring Clark Burrus, the City’s First African American Comptroller

Published on August 16, 2017

Educator Veriner James recently launched the first middle grade STEAM school in Chicago entitled Exousia
Leadership Academy for Girls. Recruitment for female students entering sixth grade will begin during
Spring 2018. Photo Credit: Exousia Leadership Academy for Girls

Educator Veriner James recently launched the first middle grade STEAM school in Chicago entitled Exousia Leadership Academy for Girls. Recruitment for female students entering sixth …

Published on August 16, 2017

On Saturday, August 19, 2017, 11:00AM – 7:00PM, Thornton Township will host its 16th Annual Taste of Thornton Township, located at 333 E. 162nd Street, South Holland, IL. Live entertainment will be provided by The Dramatics.

On Saturday, August 19, 2017, 11:00AM – 7:00PM, Thornton Township will host its 16th Annual Taste of Thornton Township, located at 333 E. 162nd Street, …

Published on August 16, 2017

Senator Cory Booker recently introduced the Marijuana Justice Act to call for the legalization of marijuana at the federal level. Photo Credit: The Office of Senator Cory Booker

Senator Cory Booker recently introduced the Marijuana Justice Act to call for the legalization of marijuana at the federal level. Photo Credit: The Office of …

Published on August 16, 2017

Published on August 16, 2017

For a happier summer, treat your skin right from head to toe.

For a happier summer, treat your skin right from head to toe.

Published on August 16, 2017

The Legendary Jacksons have been tapped to receive the Lifetime Achievement Award And perform at The ‘Black Music Honors’ Television Special.

The Legendary Jacksons have been tapped to receive the Lifetime Achievement Award And perform at The ‘Black Music Honors’ Television Special.

Published on August 16, 2017

Published on August 16, 2017

Women’s March Illinois, Indivisible Illinois and She Votes Illinois plan to host a women’s forum on Oct. 26. Photo Credit: Women’s March Illinois

Women’s March Illinois, Indivisible Illinois and She Votes Illinois plan to host a women’s forum on Oct. 26. Photo Credit: Women’s March Illinois

Published on August 16, 2017

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