Melissa Conyears-Ervin (pictured) is the City of Chicago Treasurer, as well as chairman of the Chicago Catalyst Fund. The Chicago Catalyst Fund is contributing $50 million to the City of Chicago’s $100 million Chicago Small Business Resiliency Fund, which will help small businesses with financial challenges due to COVID-19. Photo courtesy of City Treasurer Melissa Conyears-Ervin

Melissa Conyears-Ervin (pictured) is the City of Chicago Treasurer, as well as chairman of the Chicago Catalyst Fund. The Chicago Catalyst Fund is contributing $50 …

Published on April 1, 2020
The Skin of Color Society’s 4th Annual Media Day expert team included (from left): Drs. Andrew Alexis, Dhaval Bhanusali, Maritza Perez, Seemal R. Desai, Laura Scott, Susan C. Taylor, Amy McMichael, Crystal Aguh, Donald Glass and Lynn McKinley-Grant (SOCS President). Photo credit: Swapnil Junjare.

The Skin of Color Society’s 4th Annual Media Day expert team included (from left): Drs. Andrew Alexis, Dhaval Bhanusali, Maritza Perez, Seemal R. Desai, Laura …

Published on April 1, 2020
comIt’s always a good idea to cross-train employees, allowing someone else to step in when circumstances necessitate it, says Bill Higgs, an authority on corporate culture and the ForbesBooks author of the Culture Code Champions: 7 Steps to Scale & Succeed in Your Business.

comIt’s always a good idea to cross-train employees, allowing someone else to step in when circumstances necessitate it, says Bill Higgs, an authority on corporate …

Published on April 1, 2020
Actor Dwayne Clark, his 8-year old son DJ, and his 11-year old daughter Jada have launched a series of children’s books.

Actor Dwayne Clark, his 8-year old son DJ, and his 11-year old daughter Jada have launched a series of children’s books.

Published on April 1, 2020
Congressman Bobby Rush, along with Dr. Terry Mason, of the Cook County Department of Public Health and Dr. Brian Monahan, acting physician of the US Congress, hosted a telephone town hall to answer constituents’ questions about the coronavirus. Photo courtesy of Congressman Bobby Rush

Congressman Bobby Rush, along with Dr. Terry Mason, of the Cook County Department of Public Health and Dr. Brian Monahan, acting physician of the US …

Published on April 1, 2020
116th Anniversary of the Negro Press, by artist Charles Henry Alston, 1907-1977

116th Anniversary of the Negro Press, by artist Charles Henry Alston, 1907-1977

Published on April 1, 2020
City of Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot (pictured) announced a new agreement with YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago to provide emergency shelter for the city’s homeless population during COVID-19. Photo courtesy of City of Chicago/Mayor’s Office

City of Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot (pictured) announced a new agreement with YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago to provide emergency shelter for the city’s homeless population …

Published on April 1, 2020
As many people stay at home to stop the spread of COVID-19, families can now access emotional health and well-being support from home.

As many people stay at home to stop the spread of COVID-19, families can now access emotional health and well-being support from home.

Published on April 1, 2020
The Pullman Community Center was a vision of 9th Ward Alderman Anthony Beale. It has turned into a place where residents can come. Students receive athletic and academic training at the center. Photos courtesy of CNI/Pullman Community Center

The Pullman Community Center was a vision of 9th Ward Alderman Anthony Beale. It has turned into a place where residents can come. Students receive …

Published on April 1, 2020
Lewis Edwards, Jr., owner of I’m Soul Hungry, (pictured) said he got the idea to deliver food to seniors after visiting his mother in an assisted living facility. Photo courtesy of Lewis Edwards,Jr.

Lewis Edwards, Jr., owner of I’m Soul Hungry, (pictured) said he got the idea to deliver food to seniors after visiting his mother in an …

Published on April 1, 2020
Cover photo credit: Drea Nicole Photography. Information provided by Schure Media Group

Cover photo credit: Drea Nicole Photography. Information provided by Schure Media Group

Published on April 1, 2020