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UIC hosts summit on financial literacy featuring Larenz Tate and Keke Palmer
By A. D. Bamburg | Oct 24, 2024
Two words: Black. Excellence. They perfectly describe the energy at the UIC Forum this past weekend at the Building Wealth Today for Tomorrow Summit (BWTT), hosted by City Treasurer Melissa Conyears-Ervin. The summit featured youth programs and guest speakers including Larenz Tate, Mathew Knowles, and Keke Palmer, all of whom spoke about the importance of financial literacy and generational wealth.
Keke Palmer and others offer financial advice at Chicago wealth summit
By A. D. Bamburg | Oct 24, 2024
KeKe Palmer, Larenz Tate, and Mathew Knowles visited Chicago to provide free financial advice at the Wealth Building Summit. The event was held at the University of Illinois Chicago Forum on Saturday. Its aim was to educate attendees on how to build and maintain their finances.
Chicago Treasurer announces speakers for Building Wealth Today for Tomorrow Summit
By A. D. Bamburg | Oct 11, 2024
The Office of the Chicago Treasurer has announced the lineup for the Building Wealth Today for Tomorrow (BWTT) Financial Empowerment Summit.
Doorman charged with promoting prostitution after undercover operation
By A. D. Bamburg | Oct 10, 2024
A 34-year-old man has been charged with promoting prostitution after an investigation by the Cook County Sheriff's Police Special Victims Unit.
City treasurer hosts financial empowerment summit in Chicago
By A. D. Bamburg | Oct 9, 2024
Chicago City Treasurer Melissa Conyears-Ervin has been committed to financial empowerment since assuming office in 2019.
Chicago treasurer discusses financial summit on WGN Radio
By A. D. Bamburg | Oct 8, 2024
Chicago Treasurer Melissa Conyears-Ervin recently appeared on WGN's The John Williams Show to discuss the Building Wealth Today for Tomorrow Financial Education & Empowerment Summit. This annual event is a key initiative from her office, aiming to provide financial education and empowerment to Chicagoans.
Larenz Tate to speak at Chicago's Building Wealth Today for Tomorrow Summit
By A. D. Nghiem | Oct 8, 2024
The Office of the Chicago Treasurer has announced that Larenz Tate, known for his work as an actor, director, producer, and activist, will be the keynote speaker at the Building Wealth Today for Tomorrow (BWTT) Financial Empowerment Summit. The event is scheduled for Saturday, October 12, 2024, at the UIC Forum.
Two Chilean flamingo chicks born at Lincoln Park Zoo
By A. A. Sanchez | Oct 2, 2024
Lincoln Park Zoo in Chicago has welcomed two new additions to its flamingo population. Two Chilean flamingo chicks hatched on August 22 and 29 after a monthlong incubation period. Both chicks are healthy and under close observation by the zoo's Animal Care and veterinary staff, though their sex remains undetermined.
Chicago man charged with trafficking missing teen from downstate
By A. A. Sanchez | Sep 29, 2024
A Chicago man is facing multiple felony charges after a Sheriff’s Police investigation revealed he sex trafficked a 16-year-old who had been reported missing from downstate Illinois.
Chicago man charged with trafficking missing downstate teen
By A. D. Nghiem | Sep 29, 2024
A Chicago resident, Tervon Moore, is facing serious charges following an investigation by the Sheriff's Police.
Mathew Knowles announced as speaker for Chicago's Building Wealth Today for Tomorrow Summit
By A. A. Sanchez | Sep 23, 2024
Mathew Knowles, a renowned music executive and entrepreneur, will be one of the key speakers at the upcoming Building Wealth Today for Tomorrow (BWTT) Financial Empowerment Summit in Chicago. The event is scheduled for Saturday, October 12, 2024, at the UIC Forum from 10 am to 5 pm.
Sheriff seeks help in locating missing Elk Grove Township teenager
By A. I. Benavidez | Sep 22, 2024
Cook County Sheriff Thomas J. Dart is seeking assistance from the public to locate a missing teenager from unincorporated Elk Grove Township.
ZooLights celebrates three decades at Lincoln Park Zoo
By A. A. Sanchez | Sep 19, 2024
CHICAGO (September 19, 2024) – Lincoln Park Zoo will celebrate three decades of holiday festivities as ZooLights returns for its 30th year this November. This annual event will feature more than 3 million lights across the zoo grounds and various festive attractions.
Chicago woman charged with smuggling drugs into Cook County Jail
By E. F. Cullerton | Sep 11, 2024
A 27-year-old Chicago woman has been charged with smuggling drug-soaked paper to an individual in custody during their visit at Cook County Jail, Sheriff Thomas J. Dart announced today.
Juvenile charged with murder after fatal shooting in Cook County
By A. D. Nghiem | Aug 28, 2024
A 15-year-old from Matteson has been charged with first-degree murder following a fatal shooting incident involving a relative.
Chicago opens fifth Community Reentry Support Center for returning residents
By Southland Marquee | Dec 18, 2023
The city of Chicago has announced the inauguration of its fifth Community Reentry Support Center (CRSC). The new center, designed to assist residents returning to Chicago's West Side, is a significant addition to the city's infrastructure.
Mayor Johnson's executive order streamlining housing and commercial development approvals
By Southland Marquee | Dec 15, 2023
The city of Chicago has officially announced that Mayor Brandon Johnson has signed an Executive Order aimed at simplifying city approvals. This significant announcement was made during the groundbreaking ceremony for Grace Manor Apartments, a $40 million project committed to ensuring 100 percent affordability in Chicago’s North Lawndale neighborhood.
Chicago city council approves mayor's $16.77 billion 'People's Budget' for FY2024
By Southland Marquee | Nov 23, 2023
The Chicago city council recently approved Mayor Brandon Johnson's FY24 budget with a 41-8 vote. Totaling $16.77 billion, the "People's Budget," will allocate funds to priority areas such as public safety and mental health care, along with investments in the youth of the city. The budget has been dubbed 'The People's Budget' due to its focus on addressing core needs of the populace without increasing property taxes.
City Council approves Mayor's People's Budget for FY2024
By Southland Marquee | Nov 23, 2023
The city of Chicago announced that Mayor Brandon Johnson's FY24 Budget was approved by the Chicago City Council with a 41-8 vote. The "People's Budget," totaling $16.77 billion, allocates funds to priority areas such as public safety and mental health care, along with investments in the youth of the city. This initiative came into effect after an extensive review and discussion process led by the council members.
Chicago launches the Chicago Taskforce on Innovation and Technology
By Southland Marquee | Nov 6, 2023
The city of Chicago recently introduced the Chicago Taskforce on Innovation and Technology (CTIT). The task force is set to enhance technological solutions for city-related problems and services, according to a press release by the city of Chicago. "Chicago launches the Chicago Taskforce on Innovation and Technology," announced the city in its official statement.