News from February 2023
Dr. Johnny Mullins on ‘helping people’s vision come to life’
By T.H. Lawrence | Feb 4, 2023
JM3 Consulting has succeeded, and he has found time to boost others and help them move forward.
Chicago mayoral candidate Johnson backs new ordinance to help gig workers, ride-share drivers
By Juliette Fairley | Feb 6, 2023
A Chicago mayoral candidate is supporting a proposed ordinance that will protect the wages of gig workers like ride-share drivers and ensure they are fully respected and have the opportunity to earn a decent living.
Lightfoot says new Chicago Animal Care and Control executive director 'has proven her dedication to the city and its animals'
By Sam Jackson | Feb 8, 2023
Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot announced on Jan. 30 that Susan Cappello has been named acting executive director of Chicago Animal Care and Control (CACC).
Larry's Barber College helps students achieve dreams--like its owner
By Mary Lou Lang | Feb 8, 2023
At the age of 13, Larry Roberts Jr. started cutting hair, knowing his future would be a barber.
Owner of barber colleges says ticketing policy is 'a problem'
By Mary Lou Lang | Feb 11, 2023
Black and brown communities have been disproportionately affected by Chicago's ticketing policy, and some have lost their ability to work, and one business owner in the city says this is a wrong policy.
OMAC Director Odom on caregivers class: 'This is one of the first courses of its kind geared toward trauma victims'
By Southland Marquee report | Feb 13, 2023
Malcolm X College will host a two-day symposium for caregivers of first responders, veterans, and trauma victims in Chicago.
South Side Community Art Center features 'Promised Land' exhibit
By Southland Marquee report | Feb 14, 2023
The South Side Community Art Center recently held an opening reception for "The Promised Land," a new exhibition featuring photography by 11 artists.
Bronzeville's Two Fish Crab Shack planning expansion that will feature a rooftop cafe
By Southland Marquee report | Feb 15, 2023
The owner of Two Fish Crab Shack is planning a $9 million expansion.
City Colleges of Chicago rolls out 2 new initiatives for students
By Southland Marquee report | Feb 15, 2023
City Colleges of Chicago is offering two new initiative programs.
Olive-Harvey professor: Black History Month Short Film Festival 'sparks thought, action, conversation'
By Southland Marquee report | Feb 15, 2023
A two-day Black History Month Short Film Festival last week at Olive-Harvey College drew praise from one of the school's professors.
Chicago deputy director of communications: $100M investment in media campus 'will expand educational opportunities for young people'
By Southland Marquee report | Feb 15, 2023
Chicago Deputy Director of Communications Ryan Johnson promoted a multimillion-dollar investment in a new South Shore media campus in a tweet published on Feb. 6.
Chicago alderman backs 'graduated fines and fees' over city's right to revoke licenses for unpaid tickets
By Sam Jackson | Feb 15, 2023
Chicago Alderman Andre Vasquez took issue with punitive measures used by the city for unpaid fees, suggesting a "graduated fee structure" based on annual income rather than the current code, which allows the city to revoke business licenses.
City Colleges of Chicago hosts first learning agenda symposium.
By Southland Marquee report | Feb 16, 2023
City Colleges of Chicago recently hosted its first learning agenda symposium at Malcolm X College featuring several series of discussions.
All-inclusive Studio Yogi opens in South Shore neighborhood
By Southland Marquee report | Feb 17, 2023
After years of planning and remodeling, a yoga studio has opened in the South Side.
Chicago planning commissioner: Development grants will 'help community stakeholders to shape their neighborhoods'
By Karen Kidd | Feb 17, 2023
The city of Chicago's recently announced $10 million economic development program seeks projects that will stimulate neighborhood economies, Department of Planning and Development Commissioner Maurice Cox said in a news release
Homewood Indoor Farmers Market begins
By Southland Marquee report | Feb 18, 2023
Village of Homewood will be having several Indoor Farmers Markets featuring many different vendors.
Lightfoot: Chicago's domestic workers, undocumented residents who 'make all other work possible' eligible for relief payments
By Karen Kidd | Feb 18, 2023
Certain care workers Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot calls "the backbone of our economy" are eligible for one-time $500 relief payments, according to a news release recently issued by the city.
Lightfoot names 12 recipients to receive 'first round' of community development grants
By Southland Marquee report | Feb 20, 2023
Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot recently announced that 12 recipients will receive a total of $27 million in community development grants.
All about the kids
By T.H. Lawrence | Feb 20, 2023
Hazel Crest Mustangs youth football wins on and off the field
Tinley Park Board recognizes two local business as part of its monthly business spotlight program
By Southland Marquee report | Feb 21, 2023
The Tinley Park Board met on Feb. 7, and they heard from two local businesses as part of the board’s monthly business spotlight program.