Educator and Author Dr. Karen R. January Breaks the Cycle of Silence for Women
New book "Lessons Mama Never Taught Me" features interviews with 10 different women on various taboo subjects that their mothers...
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“Can We Really Afford Another Four Years of a Mayor Who Ignores the Voices That Matter Most in Education?” – Mayoral Candidate Bob Fioretti on Mayor Emanuel’s Education Policy
Fioretti's Statement on Mayor Rahm Emanuel's Ed Policy Roll-Out CHICAGO, IL – Much like he “launched†his campaign from a...
NAACP Applauds President Obama’s Tuition-Free Community College Proposal
The NAACP released the following statement regarding President Obama’s tuition-free community college proposal: From Cornell William Brooks, NAACP President &...
2nd Ward Aldermanic Candidate Bita Buenrostro Marches For Peace
Receives Chicago Police Sergeants' Association Endorsement CHICAGO, IL -Â On December 31st, 2nd Ward Aldermanic candidate Bita Buenrostro marched down...
Bob to Chuy and Rahm: Stop Hiding and Debate
CHICAGO, IL – The Fioretti for Mayor campaign restates its desire to have five debates prior to the start of...
High School Students Produce Compelling PSAs to Express Views on Teen Parenthood, Bullying, Suicide
CHICAGO - Bullying, self-esteem and violence are life obstacles teens confront each day at school and in their community. For...
Fioretti to the Mayor: No Public Land for Obama Library
CHICAGO, IL – The following is a statement from mayoral candidate Bob Fioretti on the proposed use of pulic land...
Dr. Wilson Urges All Candidates to Buy Media Ads From the Black Press
By Chinta Strausberg Mayoral hopeful Dr. Willie Wilson Wednesday held a press conference at his downtown home challenging all candidates...
Why Are So Many Black Girls Suspended?
By Dr. Jawanza Kunjufu * A Black girl was suspended because she saw a parallel between Frederick Douglass trying to...
ISBE-Developed Guidance Helps Schools and Teachers Implement New Math Standards
Math models receive positive feedback and accolades SPRINGFIELD, IL – Illinois districts are piloting state-developed model math units to help...
