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Tammy Winchester is the Chicago Community Outreach Manager for Community Blood Center. The company has been hosting events to commemorate September as Sickle Cell Awareness Month. Photo provide by Sonya Lewis

Tammy Winchester is the Chicago Community Outreach Manager for Community Blood Center. The company has been hosting events to commemorate September as Sickle Cell Awareness …

Published on September 29, 2021

A rendering of Morgan Park Commons, proposed housing located at 115th and Halsted. This affordable housing is just one part of a vision to redevelop West Pullman and Roseland. Image provided by Abraham Lacy

A rendering of Morgan Park Commons, proposed housing located at 115th and Halsted. This affordable housing is just one part of a vision to redevelop …

Published on September 29, 2021

Kevin Fair is the owner of I Play Games, a business that provides staff, consulting and equipment for people who want to host video game tournaments. Photo provided by Lydia Eady

Kevin Fair is the owner of I Play Games, a business that provides staff, consulting and equipment for people who want to host video game …

Published on September 29, 2021

The Gloria J. Taylor Foundation was founded by Dr. Theresa Dixon in 1997 to honor her mother who was the first Black and first woman elected official in Harvey in the 1970s. Photo provided by Dr. Theresa Dixon

The Gloria J. Taylor Foundation was founded by Dr. Theresa Dixon in 1997 to honor her mother who was the first Black and first woman …

Published on September 29, 2021

Kennedy-King College was recognized by the Chicago City Council for its ranking No. 1 Community College in Illinois by Forbes Magazine through Academic Influence. It has developed programs with a focus on equity to ensure students and the community have access to educational opportunities that were not available in the past. Photos provided by City Colleges of Chicago

Kennedy-King College was recognized by the Chicago City Council for its ranking No. 1 Community College in Illinois by Forbes Magazine through Academic Influence. It …

Published on September 29, 2021

PRNewsFoto/Virgin Hotels Las Vegas

PRNewsFoto/Virgin Hotels Las Vegas

Published on September 29, 2021

PRNewsfoto/McBride Sisters Collection

PRNewsfoto/McBride Sisters Collection

Published on September 29, 2021

Sculptor Chris Carnabuci’s “FLOYD” statue in the SEEINJUSTICE series. PRNewsFoto/Confront Art

Sculptor Chris Carnabuci’s “FLOYD” statue in the SEEINJUSTICE series. PRNewsFoto/Confront Art

Published on September 29, 2021

Illinois Medical District

Illinois Medical District

Published on September 29, 2021

PRNEwsFoto/Violife

PRNEwsFoto/Violife

Published on September 29, 2021

Impact Television Network

Impact Television Network

Published on September 29, 2021

PRNewsFoto/Untourage the Label

PRNewsFoto/Untourage the Label

Published on September 29, 2021

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PRNewsFoto/Untourage the Label

Published on September 29, 2021

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PRNewsFoto/Alicia D. Reece

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Pastor John Hannah

Pastor John Hannah

Published on September 23, 2021

Chicago Bears defensive lineman Akiem Hicks signs footballs for the children and families during an event at SOS Children’s Villages Chicago where 170 pairs of shoes were donated. Photo by Tia Carol Jones

Chicago Bears defensive lineman Akiem Hicks signs footballs for the children and families during an event at SOS Children’s Villages Chicago where 170 pairs of …

Published on September 22, 2021

Nzuri Body Essentials is owned by Brittany Hughes and Adrienne Hughes-Jackson. The mother-daughter entrepreneurs created their skincare line with ingredients that have health benefits and nourish the skin. Photo provided by Felicia Apprey

Nzuri Body Essentials is owned by Brittany Hughes and Adrienne Hughes-Jackson. The mother-daughter entrepreneurs created their skincare line with ingredients that have health benefits and …

Published on September 22, 2021

Illinois State Representative Marcus Evans, with Illinois Speaker of the House Emmanuel “Chris” Welch, celebrate the vote on the Clean Energy Bill. Photos provided by State Representative Marcus Evans

Illinois State Representative Marcus Evans, with Illinois Speaker of the House Emmanuel “Chris” Welch, celebrate the vote on the Clean Energy Bill. Photos provided by …

Published on September 22, 2021

Fred Hampton, Jr., Chairman of Black Panther Cubs, has been working to make his father, Chairman Fred Hampton’s childhood home in Maywood a historical landmark. Photos by Eric Dycus/Dycus Vision

Fred Hampton, Jr., Chairman of Black Panther Cubs, has been working to make his father, Chairman Fred Hampton’s childhood home in Maywood a historical landmark. …

Published on September 22, 2021

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PRNewsFoto

Published on September 22, 2021

Photo provided by Sofia Melgoza

Photo provided by Sofia Melgoza

Published on September 22, 2021

The 11 hearts decorated and designed by artists for Parade of Hearts will be on display in
Hyde Park, Back of the Yards, Chatham, Douglas, Grand Boulevard, Greater Grand Crossing,
Kenwood, Oakland, South Shore, Washington Park and Woodlawn. Photos by Tia Carol Jones

The 11 hearts decorated and designed by artists for Parade of Hearts will be on display in Hyde Park, Back of the Yards, Chatham, Douglas, …

Published on September 22, 2021

Pepsi launched its “Made for Eagles Watching” campaign with digital content featuring a virtual Jalen Hurts helping one family take their pre-game food prep up a notch, just in time for the coin toss. PRNewsFoto/PepsiCo

Pepsi launched its “Made for Eagles Watching” campaign with digital content featuring a virtual Jalen Hurts helping one family take their pre-game food prep up …

Published on September 22, 2021

PRNewsfoto/National Minority Health Association

PRNewsfoto/National Minority Health Association

Published on September 22, 2021

Crown Royal Regal Apple and Harlem’s Fashion Row (HFR) united for an evening of Regal Renaissance
during HFR’s New York Fashion Week Style Awards, Runway Show and After-Party on Tuesday,
September 7. PRNewsFoto/Harlem Fashion Row.

Crown Royal Regal Apple and Harlem’s Fashion Row (HFR) united for an evening of Regal Renaissance during HFR’s New York Fashion Week Style Awards, Runway …

Published on September 22, 2021

Black PR Wire

Black PR Wire

Published on September 22, 2021

Business Wire

Business Wire

Published on September 22, 2021

CITY TREASURER

CITY TREASURER

Published on September 17, 2021

U.S. Representatives Jesús G. "Chuy" Garcia and Robin Kelly, U.S. Interior Secretary Deb Haaland , 9th Ward Alderman Anthony Beale, and Mike Shymanski, founding member of the Historic Pullman Foundation, at the grand opening of Pullman National Monument.  Photo by Antonio Dickey

U.S. Representatives Jesús G. "Chuy" Garcia and Robin Kelly, U.S. Interior Secretary Deb Haaland , 9th Ward Alderman Anthony Beale, and Mike Shymanski, founding member …

Published on September 15, 2021

INTN1 – Deijah Beatty, left, is a junior at Kenwood Academy High School, who participated in the University of Chicago Youth Internship Program. Laura Rico-Beck, right, is the Assistant Dean of Education and Outreach at the University of Chicago’s Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering and served as Deija’s supervisor during the internship program.  Photo Courtesy of the University of Chicago’s Office of Civic Engagement

INTN1 – Deijah Beatty, left, is a junior at Kenwood Academy High School, who participated in the University of Chicago Youth Internship Program. Laura Rico-Beck, …

Published on September 15, 2021

Theaster Gates, artist and founder of Rebuild Foundation, is transforming an old elementary school into a creative incubator. Tia Carol Jones

Theaster Gates, artist and founder of Rebuild Foundation, is transforming an old elementary school into a creative incubator. Tia Carol Jones

Published on September 15, 2021

Walker – Mark Walker started his brand Oooh Wee with one sweet tea flavor. Now, there are several flavors of teas, foods trucks and restaurants. Photo provided by Latrice Mosley-Smith

Walker – Mark Walker started his brand Oooh Wee with one sweet tea flavor. Now, there are several flavors of teas, foods trucks and restaurants. …

Published on September 15, 2021

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File Photo/Trice Edney News Wire

Published on September 15, 2021

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PRNewsFoto/McDonalds

Published on September 15, 2021

Illinois State Senator Mattie Hunter introduced legislation, Serve Kids better, that was signed into law that would require restaurants that serve children’s meals automatically offer water, milk, 100% fruit or vegetable juice in those meals. Photo provided by Kivvit

Illinois State Senator Mattie Hunter introduced legislation, Serve Kids better, that was signed into law that would require restaurants that serve children’s meals automatically offer …

Published on September 15, 2021

BlackPRWire

BlackPRWire

Published on September 15, 2021

BlackPRWire

BlackPRWire

Published on September 15, 2021

PRLog

PRLog

Published on September 15, 2021

Fashion Designer Indrea Gordon, founder, Quad Clothing Company and co-producer of Fashion Meets Food Experience in Atlanta. PRNewsFoto/Quad Clothing Company

Fashion Designer Indrea Gordon, founder, Quad Clothing Company and co-producer of Fashion Meets Food Experience in Atlanta. PRNewsFoto/Quad Clothing Company

Published on September 15, 2021

PRNewsFoto/Experian

PRNewsFoto/Experian

Published on September 15, 2021

Kimberly Egonmwan (right) AKArama Vice President and Program Chair, presents school supplies to John Fiske Elementary Principal Kenya Underwood. Photo provided by Melody McDowell

Kimberly Egonmwan (right) AKArama Vice President and Program Chair, presents school supplies to John Fiske Elementary Principal Kenya Underwood. Photo provided by Melody McDowell

Published on September 15, 2021

PASTOR ANTONIOM ROCQUEMORE

PASTOR ANTONIOM ROCQUEMORE

Published on September 8, 2021

Joe Handy is the president and CEO of the National Black MBA Association. Photo provided by Meredith LeJeune

Joe Handy is the president and CEO of the National Black MBA Association. Photo provided by Meredith LeJeune

Published on September 8, 2021

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Photo By L

Published on September 8, 2021

Christopher Edwards is the founder of Back on T.R.A.C., a non-profit organization with a mission to provide mentorship, education and housing to young adults and homeless women veterans through community partnerships. Photo provided by Christopher Edwards

Christopher Edwards is the founder of Back on T.R.A.C., a non-profit organization with a mission to provide mentorship, education and housing to young adults and …

Published on September 8, 2021

Stacy Jackson is the president of Chicago Lights, a non-profit organization that provided education assistance and career development training to young people, as well as provides housing assistance to those experiencing homelessness. Photo provided by Madie Holland

Stacy Jackson is the president of Chicago Lights, a non-profit organization that provided education assistance and career development training to young people, as well as …

Published on September 8, 2021

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PRNewsFoto/ ONYX

Published on September 8, 2021

Photo provided by Felicia Apprey

Photo provided by Felicia Apprey

Published on September 8, 2021

Kiley Russell opened Kemit Academy, located at 5100 S. Dorchester, at the end of July. The day care center offers therapeutic services to children and families with different needs. Photos provided by Kiley Russell

Kiley Russell opened Kemit Academy, located at 5100 S. Dorchester, at the end of July. The day care center offers therapeutic services to children and …

Published on September 8, 2021

PRNewsFoto/Bumble and bumble

PRNewsFoto/Bumble and bumble

Published on September 8, 2021

Terrell Owens, PRNewsFoto/Plant Fuel

Terrell Owens, PRNewsFoto/Plant Fuel

Published on September 8, 2021

The CVS Alumni Association supported the Chicago Vocational High School’s Athletic Department with a 5K walk and run. Photos provided by Melanie Brown

The CVS Alumni Association supported the Chicago Vocational High School’s Athletic Department with a 5K walk and run. Photos provided by Melanie Brown

Published on September 8, 2021

Photos provided by City of Chicago

Photos provided by City of Chicago

Published on September 1, 2021

Brenda Palms Barber is the founder, president and CEO of the North Lawndale Employment Network, an urban workforce development agency. Photo provided by Thelma Munson Walker

Brenda Palms Barber is the founder, president and CEO of the North Lawndale Employment Network, an urban workforce development agency. Photo provided by Thelma Munson …

Published on September 1, 2021

Percy Scott is the president of 360 Global Marketing and co-founder of PR Pop-Ups. Photos and logo provided by Lydia Eady

Percy Scott is the president of 360 Global Marketing and co-founder of PR Pop-Ups. Photos and logo provided by Lydia Eady

Published on September 1, 2021

PRNewsFoto/Chicago Children’s Choir

PRNewsFoto/Chicago Children’s Choir

Published on September 1, 2021

McDonald’s

McDonald’s

Published on September 1, 2021

The Clocktower, also known as the Factory Administration Building at Pullman National Monument, is
part of the grand opening of the site. Photo provided by Pullman National Monument

The Clocktower, also known as the Factory Administration Building at Pullman National Monument, is part of the grand opening of the site. Photo provided by …

Published on September 1, 2021

Kamau Murray is the CEO and founder of XS Tennis and Education Foundation. XS Tennis, located at 5336 S. State St., is the site of the Chicago Tennis Festival. Photos provided by Vanessa Abron

Kamau Murray is the CEO and founder of XS Tennis and Education Foundation. XS Tennis, located at 5336 S. State St., is the site of …

Published on September 1, 2021

PRNewsFoto/HelloBeautiful

PRNewsFoto/HelloBeautiful

Published on September 1, 2021

Alo Yoga

Alo Yoga

Published on September 1, 2021

Michelle Dunham is a professional football player and attorney who launched a podcast called Ladies Ball Too, which highlights young women and girls in sports. Photos provided by Felicia Apprey

Michelle Dunham is a professional football player and attorney who launched a podcast called Ladies Ball Too, which highlights young women and girls in sports. …

Published on September 1, 2021

PRNewsfoto/Fanbase

PRNewsfoto/Fanbase

Published on September 1, 2021

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