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Preston Announces $60,000 Literacy Grant for Organization in Illinois’ 16th District

The funding is part of more than $28 million in grants awarded through the Illinois Secretary of State to support libraries and literacy programs throughout the state. #funding #williepreston #literacy

‘A Christmas Carol’ Youth Auditions Open By The Goodman Theatre’s 49th Annual Production

Auditioners will be seen on a first-come, first-served basis. No previous theater experience is required, and the casting call is open to young performers of all backgrounds and abilities. #goodmantheatre #christmascarol #auditions

Wallace “Gator” Bradley Seeks Compensation for Advocacy in Mark Maxson Wrongful Conviction Case

Bradley began advocating on Maxson’s behalf years before his release. Under a Feb. 8, 2013, “Urban Translator Agreement,” Bradley agreed to serve as a media, community and political liaison in efforts to help Maxson secure his freedom and pursue justice. #compensation #markmaxson #wallacegatorbradley

Kennedy-King College Launches New Midwifery Program to Address Illinois Maternal Health Disparities

The program's midwifery core courses will take approximately six semesters to complete following one semester of prerequisite coursework. The first midwifery core courses are scheduled to begin in spring 2027 at Kennedy-King College. #kennedykingcollege #maternalhealth

Greater Chicagoland Black Chamber of Commerce Urges Pritzker to Declare Disaster Emergency After Severe August 11 Storms

The organization acknowledged Pritzker’s Aug. 14 signing of Senate Bill 3925, which allows participating local home-equity assurance programs to provide eligible homeowners with rebates for certain flood-related expenses. However, chamber officials said the measure does not address the full scope of damage caused by the storms. #disaster #storms #jbpritzker

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Joliet Junior College is Not Meeting Minority Participation Goals, Illinois House to Hold Subject Matter Hearing

Most are reporting less than 5% minority spend. #college #university #contracting

Preston Announces $60,000 Literacy Grant for Organization in Illinois’ 16th District

The funding is part of more than $28 million in grants awarded through the Illinois Secretary of State to support libraries and literacy programs throughout the state. #funding #williepreston #literacy

14,000 Pounds of Food to Help South Suburban Families Recovering From Tornado Damage

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is donating approximately 14,000 pounds of food for the effort. Organizers say the distribution is intended to help households dealing with the financial and personal impact of storm damage. #food #tornado #suburbans

‘A Christmas Carol’ Youth Auditions Open By The Goodman Theatre’s 49th Annual Production

Auditioners will be seen on a first-come, first-served basis. No previous theater experience is required, and the casting call is open to young performers of all backgrounds and abilities. #goodmantheatre #christmascarol #auditions

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