News from May 2023
Deputy Mayor Mayekar: 'The scale of this investment is completely unprecedented'
By Southland Marquee report | May 8, 2023
The city has awarded a $54 million grant distribution to 133 recipients in Chicago, and numerous businesses on the South Side were selected.
Osman: 'We’re investing in infrastructure, improving safety, and enhancing mobility'
By Southland Marquee report | May 9, 2023
A newly constructed pedestrian and bicycle bridge in Bronzeville will provide a boost to Chicago’s South Side, according to one city official, which is an investment in infrastructure that improves safety and enhances mobility.
UChicago Smart Museum of Art's Malloy: Exhibit 'pushes the boundaries of disciplines to engage scholars and build relationships'
By Southland Marquee report | May 11, 2023
University of Chicago’s Smart Museum of Art's exhibition 'not all realisms' features images captured in Africa in the 1960's.
Chicago Park District superintendent: Chicago Moves Day encouraged 'residents to take small steps to make their health both a priority and a habit'
By Southland Marquee report | May 16, 2023
Chicago's annual "Chicago Moves Day" was held on May 3 this year with the goal of helping people develop healthier habits and lifestyles.
Chicago Park District superintendent: 'We have the best deal in town for the whole family to play' this summer
By Southland Marquee report | May 16, 2023
The Chicago Park District is kicking off its summertime activities program, with registration getting underway beginning May 1.
Diocese of Tyler's Strickland on gender transition: 'Pray that many more shepherds will speak against the tyranny of evil in our time'
By Southland Marquee report | May 25, 2023
Catholic bishops are reiterating their stance on what is acceptable when it comes to altering the human body, and gender change is not.
Chicago business leader: Independent study showing Chicago ride hail drivers' strong earnings 'a real positive for the city and the South Side'
By Southland Marquee report | May 30, 2023
According to independent study key findings recently published by the City of Chicago's Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection (BACP), ride hail drivers’ earnings in the City are very strong, namely those of TNPs such as Uber and Lyft.