African American faces in the media – it’s time for a change
By Charles R. Gray  Nationwide (BlackNews.com) -- It never ceases to amaze me that characters that portray hookers, pimps,...
Year: 2011
Director Steve Scott brings new magic to Chicago’s favorite holiday tradition, A Christmas Carol, November 18 – December 31
Larry Yando returns as Scrooge, leads a cast of 28 – including 13 newcomers  Chicago, IL – Magic is...
AARP joins forces with Experience Corps
A national leader in pairing adult tutors with K-3 students, Experience Corps builds on AARP's legacy of service and offers...
Kirk, Brady to visit Straw Poll voting sites, announce results at State GOP headquarters
 Voting is still open today, Saturday, November 5, at IllinoisStrawPoll.com. Those interested can vote in person Saturday or Online Saturday until...
Brothers, wrongfully imprisoned for 20 Years, to be released from Menard Prison at 11 a.m. today
 Menard, IL – James Harden and Jonathan Barr, brothers wrongfully sent to prison as teenagers, are expected to be...
27th Annual Stellar Gospel Music Awards Nominees Announced During Live Telecast on GMC
 Vashawn Mitchell leads with 10 nominations, followed by Mary Mary, Kirk Franklin and Deitrick Haddon  Special Honorees John...
Affordable Care Act: Outreach to people of color will be critical
 New America Media By Zaineb Mohammed  4.7 million uninsured or underinsured Californians are expected to become eligible for...
Active Transportation Alliance applauds $1 billion investment in CTA's Red and Purple Lines
(From the Active Transportation Alliance)Â Â Bringing these train lines into a state of good repair is essential, but enormous...
Madigan sues two Prepaid Calling Card companies
Companies Targeted Immigrant Communities, Sold Cards with Up to 50% Fewer Minutes than Advertised and Hidden Fees  Chicago, IL —...
Simon responds to layoffs at Scott Air Force Base
Chicago, IL – Illinois Lt. Governor Sheila Simon today pledged to work with state agencies and Scott Air Force Base leadership...
