Articles filed under Diversity
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Trans people face 'horrifying' rhetoric at statehousesFeb 27, 2023 12:00 am - LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) - It was pharmacist Gwendolyn Herzig's first time testifying before a legislative committee when she spoke to several Arkansas lawmakers in a pack...
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New law allows gender change on birth certificate without doctor's affirmationFeb 21, 2023 12:00 am - Governor signs legislation sponsored by Glenview Democrats
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Harper launches mentorship program for Black, Latino studentsFeb 20, 2023 4:30 am - Harper College in Palatine has launched a mentorship program for first-year Black and Latino students that aims to address equity gaps while affirming their identity and...
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Biden taking new steps to address racial inequality in governmentFeb 16, 2023 12:00 am - WASHINGTON - President Joe Biden on Thursday ordered the federal government to do more to address racial inequality as the challenges and complexities of systemic racism...
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After Pritzker's budget talk, lawmakers jockey for their own priorities or warn money won't lastFeb 16, 2023 12:00 am - SPRINGFIELD - Even factoring in the possibility of a "mild recession" this year, the proposed budget Gov. J.B. Pritzker laid out on Wednesday includes nearly $50 billion...
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Elgin Black History Month luncheon for seniors celebrates African food, music and cultureFeb 15, 2023 12:00 am - Music, food and culture were on the menu for a Black History Month celebration luncheon Wednesday at Senior Services Associates in Elgin. The event was part of cultural...
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Tollway chief talks about Bears, turnover and constructionFeb 13, 2023 4:30 am - It's been a tumultuous year at the Illinois tollway, with four top leaders flying out the doors. New Executive Director Cassaundra Rouse says her feet are firmly planted...
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Here's how you can help provide earthquake relief for Turkey, SyriaFeb 13, 2023 4:30 am - As rescuers continue to pull survivors from the rubble seven days after deadly earthquakes hit Turkey and Syria, global and local relief agencies are stepping up urgent ...
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Leaks of Republicans' disparaging minority voting no surprise to Wisconsin's Black votersFeb 12, 2023 12:00 am - MILWAUKEE - Recent revelations about Republican election strategies targeting minority communities in Wisconsin's biggest city came as no surprise to many Black voters. ...
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Singer-songwriter Char to headline Hoffman Estates Black History Month celebrationFeb 10, 2023 12:00 am - Hoffman Estates' Cultural Awareness Commission will host a special celebration honoring Black History Month on Feb. 25. The event will feature entertainment, light refre...