The Common Ground Foundation throughout the pandemic has focused on the health and well-being of more than 300 mentees in its programs who range from ninth graders to college-aged students. Photo courtesy of The Common Ground Foundation

The Common Ground Foundation throughout the pandemic has focused on the health and well-being of more than 300 mentees in its programs who range from …

Published on December 30, 2020
Ben & Jerry’s new Change the Whirled flavor honors Colin Kaepernick’s activism work.

Ben & Jerry’s new Change the Whirled flavor honors Colin Kaepernick’s activism work.

Published on December 30, 2020
PRNewsfoto/Juvia’s Place

PRNewsfoto/Juvia’s Place

Published on December 30, 2020
South Suburban College recently announced the opening of a Barber College at its South Holland Campus.

South Suburban College recently announced the opening of a Barber College at its South Holland Campus.

Published on December 30, 2020
Bobby Burke is the creator of Blaqe, a clothing line that gives back to the community and organizations that are on the frontlines of serving the community. Photo courtesy of Bobby Burke

Bobby Burke is the creator of Blaqe, a clothing line that gives back to the community and organizations that are on the frontlines of serving …

Published on December 30, 2020
Bookmark GettingAroundIllinois.com for continually updated information on road conditions.

Bookmark GettingAroundIllinois.com for continually updated information on road conditions.

Published on December 30, 2020
Whitney and Diamond Cumbo, owners of Prima Lash & Beauty Bar, have opened a second location in Bridgeport at 755 W. 35th St., across the street from their first location at 754 W. 35th St. Photo courtesy of Whitney and Diamond Cumbo/Prima Lash

Whitney and Diamond Cumbo, owners of Prima Lash & Beauty Bar, have opened a second location in Bridgeport at 755 W. 35th St., across the …

Published on December 30, 2020

Published on December 30, 2020
The communication challenges posed during COVID-19 are driving some to address their hearing sooner than they may have otherwise. Photo courtesy of Getty Image

The communication challenges posed during COVID-19 are driving some to address their hearing sooner than they may have otherwise. Photo courtesy of Getty Image

Published on December 30, 2020
Romel Murphy began Equality Should Be Normal in June because he wanted to make a difference in the community. Months later, he opened the Barbara Murphy Community Resource Center. Photo courtesy of Romel Murph

Romel Murphy began Equality Should Be Normal in June because he wanted to make a difference in the community. Months later, he opened the Barbara …

Published on December 30, 2020
A new study reveals that, compared with other racial/ethnic groups, Black families put more emphasis on having conversations about saving money, spending wisely, setting financial goals, and family finances.

A new study reveals that, compared with other racial/ethnic groups, Black families put more emphasis on having conversations about saving money, spending wisely, setting financial …

Published on December 30, 2020