President Obama Announces More Key Administration Posts
WASHINGTON, DC - President Barack Obama announced his intent to nominate the following individuals to key Administration posts: ·        Kathleen...
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Reps. Flowers, Ford Seek to Restore Prayer Back Into Classrooms
Rev. Jakes: It will reduce violence By Chinta Strausberg State Rep. Mary Flowers (D-31st), along with several co-sponsors including Rep....
The Harold Washington Legacy Committee Asks Churches to Remember Harold
CHICAGO, IL – The Harold Washington Legacy Committee has designated Sunday, April 26th as  “Mayor Harold Washington Day,†Josie Childs,...
Congressional Black Caucus Introduces the CBC Alternative Budget for Fiscal Year 2016
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressional Black Caucus Chairman G. K. Butterfield introduced the CBC Alternative Budget for Fiscal Year 2016, which...
Protest Against Company That Receives TIF Funds but Discriminates in Hiring of African-American Workers
Scores of Angry Workers and Residents to hold Action against Westside Employers who receive TIF funds but discriminates against African-American...
Palestine Advocacy Group Launches Chicago-Area Billboards Reminding Americans that their Taxes Support an “Illegal Occupation”
CHICAGO, IL – Just a few weeks from the April 15 deadline to file federal tax returns, the American Muslims...
Madigan to Host Summit on Campus Sexual Violence, Announce Legislation to Strengthen Schools’ Response to Incidents
Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan will host a summit today with over 200 advocates and survivors to address campus sexual...
Department of Juvenile Justice Unveils Its Strategic Operating Plan for 2015
Governor Rauner attends in support of the Department CHICAGO, IL – Governor Bruce Rauner joined the Director of the Illinois...
Department of Insurance Announces Multi-State Settlements with Guardian Life and Pacific Life Insurance Companies
Illinois will share part of $4.45 million settlement payment CHICAGO, IL – Illinois Department of Insurance (DOI) Acting Director James...
Senate Confirms Hugo Chaviano as Director of the Illinois Department of Labor
SPRINGFIELD, IL - Hugo Chaviano was confirmed by the Senate to serve as the Director of the Illinois Department of...
