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Nationally Recognized Community Leader Pastor Corey Brooks Visits Shreveport, Louisiana for Multi-Day Tour Focused on Faith, Policy, and Public Safety

Pastor Brooks’ visit comes on the heels of his 343-day rooftop campaign in Chicago that drew national attention to the challenges facing underserved neighborhoods—and the power of grassroots leadership to spark hope and change. #tour

Community Advocates Mobilize in Springfield to Push for Clean Slate Reform on March 19

“Clean Slate legislation is not just about erasing past mistakes; it's about restoring hope, unlocking potential, and giving everyone a fair chance to build a brighter future,” said Marlon Chamberlain, Director of the Illinois Coalition to End Permanent Punishments, the event’s organizing group. #cleanslate

Community Advocates Rally for Clean Slate in Springfield on March 19

“This rally is about justice, opportunity, and ensuring that past mistakes don’t define a person’s future,” said Antonio Lightfoot, Deputy Director of the Illinois Coalition to End Permanent Punishments, the organizer of the event. #cleanslate

5th Ward Alderman Desmon Yancy Unites with South Shore Chamber of Commerce and Special Services Area #42 Urging Walgreens to Work with Community Stakeholders...

While I’m disappointed that Walgreens has decided to close its second South Shore location in just a few months, I see this as an opportunity for the community to decide the future use of the building. #tenant

Reverend Robin Hood Speaks at Brother Keeper’s Church in Chicago Heights on Social Justice

The Reverend also highlighted the troubling trend of young people being incarcerated, only to be released back onto the streets without any significant change in their circumstances. #socialjustice

Rep. Haas Honors Garden of Prayer Youth Center for November Local Business Spotlight

“For my November 2024 local business spotlight, I am honored to recognize Garden of Prayer Youth Center because of the work they do with youth in our community,” said Rep. Haas. #youth

Alderman Bill Conway Statement on NASCAR Announcement, Budget

However, in two surveys of my ward following each event, neighbors repeatedly asked for this not to be held on July 4th weekend, when the race blocks access to the park for weeks around a family holiday. #statement

Village of Flossmoor Announces Community Forum to Encourage Dialogue, Understanding and Healing

“When it comes to strengthening the bonds between the police and the community we serve, the work is never really finished. Rather, the dialogue should be frequent, ongoing, respectful and candid,” said Flossmoor Police Chief Tod Kamleiter. #flossmoor

Mentoring Organization Offering Young Students Cash for Academic Success

They will offer male students from third grade through high school anywhere between $1 to $5 for each A #ConcernedChristianMen

Ollie Idowu President of the Illinois Primary Healthcare Association on the Essential Need for Community Health Centers

“When we talk about equity, diversity and inclusion, the thing we say and the things our members will say is that it has to be intention,” said Idowu, president and CEO of Illinois Primary Health Care Association. #IPHA

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