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8th Ward Ald. Michelle Harris, Doovon Pepper and Tany Cohn. Photo by Jerome Simmons

8th Ward Ald. Michelle Harris, Doovon Pepper and Tany Cohn. Photo by Jerome Simmons

Published on May 22, 2019

Published on May 22, 2019

Published on May 22, 2019

The Mayor of Chicago swearing in ceremony.  Photo by Jerome Simmons

The Mayor of Chicago swearing in ceremony. Photo by Jerome Simmons

Published on May 22, 2019

Lori Lightfoot (far right), her daughter Vivian, and wife Amy Eshleman (second from left) held hands as Lightfoot prepared to be sworn in as the 56th Mayor of Chicago. Photo Credit: Jerome Simmons

Lori Lightfoot (far right), her daughter Vivian, and wife Amy Eshleman (second from left) held hands as Lightfoot prepared to be sworn in as the …

Published on May 22, 2019

Girls Like Me Project, Inc. recently hosted an One the Table: Memo to the Mayor conversation at the Studio Movie Grill in Chatham. Photo Credit: Girls Like Me Project, Inc.

Girls Like Me Project, Inc. recently hosted an One the Table: Memo to the Mayor conversation at the Studio Movie Grill in Chatham. Photo Credit: …

Published on May 22, 2019

CHA has worked with BBBS and Comer students for the last several years providing an enriching mentor/mentee experience for CHA staff and the students alike.

CHA has worked with BBBS and Comer students for the last several years providing an enriching mentor/mentee experience for CHA staff and the students alike.

Published on May 22, 2019

Canon Printable Nail Stickers

Canon Printable Nail Stickers

Published on May 22, 2019

Mentoring Youth Through Technology recently received a $25,000 grant from the Comcast Foundation to support technology training in Matteson and Richton Park. Photo Credit: Comcast

Mentoring Youth Through Technology recently received a $25,000 grant from the Comcast Foundation to support technology training in Matteson and Richton Park. Photo Credit: Comcast

Published on May 22, 2019

A grand opening ceremony was recently held for the One Eleven Food Hall, 756 E. 111th St., in Pullman which is the new home of three black-owned restaurants. Photo Credit: Katherine Newman

A grand opening ceremony was recently held for the One Eleven Food Hall, 756 E. 111th St., in Pullman which is the new home of …

Published on May 22, 2019

Chicago Street Medicine is an organization that provides medical care and basic medical education to homeless individuals in Chicago. The organization was recently recognized by LISC Chicago and awarded the Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois Healthy Community Award for its community work. Photo Credit: Chicago Street Medicine/Lloyd DeGrane

Chicago Street Medicine is an organization that provides medical care and basic medical education to homeless individuals in Chicago. The organization was recently recognized by …

Published on May 22, 2019

Now through June 27 at participating Subway® restaurants for a limited time only, guests will receive one child’s movie ticket to see Disney’s Aladdin with the purchase of a Subway Fresh Fit For Kids® meal.

Now through June 27 at participating Subway® restaurants for a limited time only, guests will receive one child’s movie ticket to see Disney’s Aladdin with …

Published on May 22, 2019

Trader Joe’s, a grocery store that is known for its unique selection of products and fresh produce, will soon open a new store in Hyde Park. Photo Credit: David Shankbone

Trader Joe’s, a grocery store that is known for its unique selection of products and fresh produce, will soon open a new store in Hyde …

Published on May 22, 2019

Two Fish Crab Shack Co. in Bronzeville is owned by Yasmin Curtis who has lived in the neighborhood for her whole life and said that it just feels right to be a small business owner in her community. Photo Credit: Two Fish Crab Shack Co.

Two Fish Crab Shack Co. in Bronzeville is owned by Yasmin Curtis who has lived in the neighborhood for her whole life and said that …

Published on May 22, 2019

All CPL branches will show at least four films each month, half of which are targeted at adult audiences while the other half are open to all ages.

All CPL branches will show at least four films each month, half of which are targeted at adult audiences while the other half are open …

Published on May 22, 2019

Attorney Mario Reed (left) recently spoke to south suburban residents at the Village of Dolton’s monthly Coffee With the Mayor event. Photo Credit: Village of Dolton

Attorney Mario Reed (left) recently spoke to south suburban residents at the Village of Dolton’s monthly Coffee With the Mayor event. Photo Credit: Village of …

Published on May 22, 2019

Congressman Danny Davis (pictured) recently gathered with McDonald’s executives and restaurant owners on the west side of Chicago to announce that McDonald’s is planning to hire 2,400 new employees this summer. Photo Credit: McDonald’s

Congressman Danny Davis (pictured) recently gathered with McDonald’s executives and restaurant owners on the west side of Chicago to announce that McDonald’s is planning to …

Published on May 22, 2019

Dr. Kim Dulaney will be the moderator for the event.  Dr. Dulaney is on the faculty of Chicago State University African-American Studies

Dr. Kim Dulaney will be the moderator for the event. Dr. Dulaney is on the faculty of Chicago State University African-American Studies

Published on May 22, 2019

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