Anti-Gay Group targets Latina Legislator on Marriage Rights Bill
As Illinois' legislative session comes to an end May 31 and passage of Illinois' equal marriage rights bill goes down...
Day: May 17, 2013
State Senator Raoul rolls out concealed carry plan
Measure balances statewide framework with local control, passes Senate committee SPRINGFIELD, IL – State Senator Kwame Raoul (D-Chicago 13th) presented...
Before the 60th anniversary of Brown v. Board of Education and 50th year since the 1964 Civil Rights Act, we need a Think Tank in place
Are we in better shape 60-years later? By Chinta Strausberg In just a year, America will celebrate the 60th anniversary...
Ossie Davis Endowment Scholarship Program to grant scholarship awards of up to $6,800
The deadline to apply is May 31, 2013 Nationwide (BlackNews.com) -- The Ossie Davis Endowment Scholarship program was established to...
Senate passes Lt. Governor’s ethics reform bill
Simon calls on House to pass revised Statement of Economic Interests SPRINGFIELD, IL – Illinois Lt. Governor Sheila Simon applauded...
Legacy Tribute To Dr. C. DeLores Tucker
The Bethune-DuBois Institute (BDI), an education-focused and solutions-oriented organization founded by the late Dr. C. DeLores Tucker in 1984, will...
Chicago Human Rhythm Project presents 2013 Rhythm World
Guests from Brazil and Top U.S. Tap Talent Highlight 23rd Festival July 22-Aug. 4 Tickets on Sale May 25--National Tap...
Major International Cultural Exchange with Mexico announced – portoluz unveils year-long festival celebrating Son Jarocho culture
A Kick-off concert and panel discussion Saturday, June 29 at The National Museum of Mexican Art launches Son Jarocho series...
Kenwood Academy handcuffed by CPS rules
Accepting checks to help student compete in academic showdown. The deadline for contributions is May 25, 2013. By Chinta Strausberg...
