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Ramone Javon Griffith (pictured) is known professionally as RJ Griffith and creates inspirational music as a way to generate more positive energy in the world. Photo Credit: Provided by RJ Griffith

Ramone Javon Griffith (pictured) is known professionally as RJ Griffith and creates inspirational music as a way to generate more positive energy in the world. …

Published on January 23, 2019

SocialWorks, a local nonprofit, is calling on volunteers to help them compile a list of mental wellness resources in Cook County as part of their recently launched the My State of Mind initiative which is working to build a mental health guidebook. Photo Credit: Jordan Macy/Jon Ladalla

SocialWorks, a local nonprofit, is calling on volunteers to help them compile a list of mental wellness resources in Cook County as part of their …

Published on January 23, 2019

The Truth and Reconciliation Summit was recently held on MLK Jr. Day. Lisa Daniels (pictured), founder and executive director Darren B. Easterling Center, previously hosted the event in the Englewood.

The Truth and Reconciliation Summit was recently held on MLK Jr. Day. Lisa Daniels (pictured), founder and executive director Darren B. Easterling Center, previously hosted …

Published on January 23, 2019

Andrea L. Brookins (pictured), chief executive officer and owner of Brookins Funeral Home, was a runner up for Funeral Director of the Year 2018. The honor recognizes the valuable work she is doing as one of
the few African-American women in the funeral service industry today.

Andrea L. Brookins (pictured), chief executive officer and owner of Brookins Funeral Home, was a runner up for Funeral Director of the Year 2018. The …

Published on January 23, 2019

From (left to right) Oktober FIST vs. Elizabeth WarZone at the Chicago League of Lady Arms Wrestlers’
CLLAW XXXI match at Logan Square Auditorium. Photo by Trainman Photography

From (left to right) Oktober FIST vs. Elizabeth WarZone at the Chicago League of Lady Arms Wrestlers’ CLLAW XXXI match at Logan Square Auditorium. Photo …

Published on January 23, 2019

Walgreens recently awarded more than $15,000 to Chicagoland high school students, teachers, and schools as part of the Walgreens Expressions Challenge. Photo Credit: Courtesy of Walgreens Expression Challenge

Walgreens recently awarded more than $15,000 to Chicagoland high school students, teachers, and schools as part of the Walgreens Expressions Challenge. Photo Credit: Courtesy of …

Published on January 23, 2019

Left: Charles Kyle (pictured) is running for Alderman of Chicago’s Seventh Ward. Provided by Kyle for 7th Ward and Right: Seventh Ward candidate for Alderman in Chicago, Jedidiah Brown (pictured). Photo Credit Provided by Jedidiah Brown for 7th Ward Alderman

Left: Charles Kyle (pictured) is running for Alderman of Chicago’s Seventh Ward. Provided by Kyle for 7th Ward and Right: Seventh Ward candidate for Alderman …

Published on January 23, 2019

Mayor Rahm Emanuel (pictured) recently spoke at the grand opening of the redesigned Whitney M. Young Jr. Library in Chatham. Photo Credit: Katherine Newman

Mayor Rahm Emanuel (pictured) recently spoke at the grand opening of the redesigned Whitney M. Young Jr. Library in Chatham. Photo Credit: Katherine Newman

Published on January 23, 2019

Mayor Rahm Emanuel (pictured) recently spoke at the grand opening of the redesigned Whitney M. Young Jr. Library in Chatham. Photo Credit: Katherine Newman

Mayor Rahm Emanuel (pictured) recently spoke at the grand opening of the redesigned Whitney M. Young Jr. Library in Chatham. Photo Credit: Katherine Newman

Published on January 23, 2019

Ford Motor Company recently announced a brand new 2020 Ford Explorer model that will be built at the Ford Assembly Plant in Hegewisch. Photo Credit: Ford Motor Company

Ford Motor Company recently announced a brand new 2020 Ford Explorer model that will be built at the Ford Assembly Plant in Hegewisch. Photo Credit: …

Published on January 23, 2019

South Suburban College Chairman Frank M. Zuccarelli (left) and Mike Monaghan(right) of the ICCTA who attended South Suburban College’s recent Board Meeting to present Chairman Zuccarelli with a special service award. Photo Credit: Courtesy of South Suburban College

South Suburban College Chairman Frank M. Zuccarelli (left) and Mike Monaghan(right) of the ICCTA who attended South Suburban College’s recent Board Meeting to present Chairman …

Published on January 23, 2019

Bremen High School District 228 students Alonzo Arostegui (left) Jamal Cole (right) presented SSC’s Dr. Anna Helwig, Dean of STEM, with a Board Recognition Award as part of the District’s Students in Leadership Board Meeting this week.

Bremen High School District 228 students Alonzo Arostegui (left) Jamal Cole (right) presented SSC’s Dr. Anna Helwig, Dean of STEM, with a Board Recognition Award …

Published on January 23, 2019

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