Simon: Link card users see local food choices double
50 farmers’ markets in Illinois to receive federal grant funds  CARBONDALE, IL – Thanks to a federal grant, the...
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St. Thomas Apostle gives tribute to wife of Chuck Bowen Sunday; Funeral services set for Tuesday
By Chinta Strausberg  A tribute to Verna Julia, the wife of Chuck Bowen, retired Executive Assistant to former Mayor...
Better Business Bureau money-saving advice: Tips for using online coupons
CHICAGO, IL - A tried and true way to save money in a tough economy is coupons. However, because of...
National Black community hero, Orrin Hudson, wins 2012 Dr. Martin Luther King Award
Nationwide (BlackNews.com) -- When it comes to making a positive difference in young lives, most people would say reaching 25,000...
State Senator Collins to headline Inaugural LivFullE Diverse Women’s Conference in Detroit
SPRINGFIELD, IL – Illinois State Senator Jacqueline Y. Collins (D-16th) will kick off the first annual LivFullE Diverse Women’s Conference,...
Better Business Bureau warns: Don’t get steered into paying extra for a rental car
 (From the Better Business Bureau)   CHICAGO, IL - Gasoline prices have dropped for the 10th week in...
12 tips for women to get out of debt
As posted on www.DebtHelpForWomen.org Nationwide (BlackNews.com) -- According to federal statistics, more women are in debt now than ever before....
Simon sponsors education resolution at Lt. Governors’ conference
Proposal encourages states to advance higher education attainment  CHICAGO, IL – A champion of education, Illinois Lt. Governor Sheila Simon...
Farrakhan leads 300 + FOI into streets calling for peace
Asked youth to take Million Man March pledge  By Chinta Strausberg  Making good on a promise he made...
CTA to Host Job Fairs for upcoming Red Line South Track Renewal Project
 Agency Seeking Applicants for Part-Time Bus Operator Positions   The Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) this month will host...
