Personal Finance Educator Karen Chan discussed her Money Calendar on May 17, 2017 at the Chicago Library, located on 9055 S. Houston Avenue. Chan said her best advice for people who lack self-control is to save money by using an automatic transaction system that places s a specific amount of money in a separate account. Photo Courtesy of Karen Chan

Personal Finance Educator Karen Chan discussed her Money Calendar on May 17, 2017 at the Chicago Library, located on 9055 S. Houston Avenue. Chan said …

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Cy Richardson Photo Courtesy of The National Urban League

Cy Richardson Photo Courtesy of The National Urban League

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April Ryan

April Ryan

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Flavio Agosti, the co-founder of RUBIROSA, recently announced the launch of a new sneaker for men.

Flavio Agosti, the co-founder of RUBIROSA, recently announced the launch of a new sneaker for men.

Published on May 17, 2017
Henry Benjamin, who has served as an Allstate Insurance Agent for 31 years, said it is crucial that men, especially young African American males apply for life insurance so that if they die, their wives and children will still be able to maintain the same lifestyles as before. Photo courtesy of Henry Benjamin, Allstate Insurance Agent

Henry Benjamin, who has served as an Allstate Insurance Agent for 31 years, said it is crucial that men, especially young African American males apply …

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Meg Herman, director of entrepreneurial services at the Women’s Business Development Center, has been in the business for more than 30 years. Herman said she has learned that entrepreneurs need to be risk takers, well-thinkers and have an advisor to guide them through the financial and legal aspects of raising capital and gaining more success overtime. Photo By: Christopher Shuttlesworth

Meg Herman, director of entrepreneurial services at the Women’s Business Development Center, has been in the business for more than 30 years. Herman said she …

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Alfred A. Edmond Jr.

Alfred A. Edmond Jr.

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Attendees, left to right, included: Everett Rand, owner, Midway Wholesalers; Lisa Rollins is: regional director, Workplace Initiatives, UNCF; Tom Ricketts, gala chairman and executive chairman of the 2016 World Champion Chicago Cubs; Larry Huggins, president and CEO, Riteway-Huggins Construction Services; Priscilla Stratten, area development director, UNCF; and Fred Mitchell, VP, Development, Northern/Midwest Division, UNCF. The “A Mind Is…” Gala – Chicago will be held Saturday, June 17. Visit uncf.org/events.

Attendees, left to right, included: Everett Rand, owner, Midway Wholesalers; Lisa Rollins is: regional director, Workplace Initiatives, UNCF; Tom Ricketts, gala chairman and executive chairman …

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Acknowledging Chicago State University’s financial struggles, new Interim President Rachel W. Lindsey said CSU’s staff, administration and students have to do a better job in communicating and promoting a better public image. Photo by Christopher Shuttlesworth

Acknowledging Chicago State University’s financial struggles, new Interim President Rachel W. Lindsey said CSU’s staff, administration and students have to do a better job in …

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