South Suburban Citizen 11-17-2021

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Citizen Week of Nov. 17, 2021

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THE VILLAGE OF LYNWOOD UPDATES ITS RESIDENTS AFTER SIX MONTHS OF THE NEW ADMINISTRATION Mayor Jada D. Curry has been the President of the Village of Lynwood since May 2021. Since that time, her administration has improved procedures for departments, as well as created efficiencies to ensure records are consistent.

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Village of Lynwood President Jada Curry speaks to residents during State of Village Town Hall Meeting.

During the meeting residents were provided with an update from Village officials about its progress.

Photos provided by Natalie Oliver

Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Announce Initiatives to Support Cutting-Edge Science

Chicago Urban League Meets Fundraising Goal

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NEWS briefly GOV. PRITZKER SIGNS LAW TO ENSURE COVID-19 PROTECTIONS SPRINGFIELD — At the request of the Attorney General, Governor JB Pritzker today signed SB 1169 into law, clarifying the legislative intent of the Health Care Right of Conscience Act so that it cannot be abused or misinterpreted to jeopardize workplace safety. This amendment will ensure the long tradition of vaccine requirements by employers can continue with regard to the COVID-19 vaccine.

“Masks, vaccines, and testing requirements are life-saving measures that keep our workplaces and communities safe,” said Governor JB Pritzker.

“Keeping workplaces safe is a high priority, and I applaud the General Assembly for ensuring that the Health Care Right of Conscience Act is no longer wrongly used against institutions who are putting safety and science first.”

The Health Care Right of Conscience Act was originally enacted to allow medical professionals to refuse to receive or participate in healthcare services that are contrary to their personal beliefs, including religious or moral objections to specific services, such as abortion.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, the law has been improperly invoked to evade employers’ requirements for testing, masking, and vaccines. The misuse of the law’s original intent has put customers, staff, and community members at risk by exposing employers to legal retaliation for enacting life-saving public health measures.

This amendment preserves the legislative intent established by the Act’s 40 years of precedent, clarifying that it is not a violation of the Act to take workplaces measures intended to prevent the spread of deadly, communicable diseases like COVID-19.

The law explicitly reiterates federal protections of sincerely held religious objections.

SB 1169 is effective June 1, 2022.

THOUSANDS GATHER ACROSS CHICAGO IN A MOMENT OF PRAYER FOR COVID-SAFE HOLIDAYS On Saturday, Nov. 6, nearly 8,000 Chicagoans across all denominations in all of Chicago’s 77 neighborhoods paused for a shared moment of prayer for COVID-safe holidays – in churches, on street corners, at local police stations alongside officers, and more.

Chicago Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving events recognized the importance of faith communities getting vaccinated to keep themselves and their communities safe from COVID-19. They prayed for healing and comfort for families who have suffered illness, loss, and pain over the past 20 months, and prayed for safety in the City of Chicago.

The day began that morning, when Mayor Lightfoot gathered with a group of interfaith leaders in prayer – before the leaders went out into neighborhoods to pray with their faith communities. More than 150 places of worship took part in day of prayer activities.

The Chicago Day of Prayer was part of the Protect Chicago 77 initiative to ensure that 77% of all Chicago residents ages 12 and up have started their COVID-19 vaccination series by the end of the year. As of November 6, 75.6% of Chicagoans 12 and older have received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine.

COVID-19 vaccines are available across Chicago for everyone age 5 and older – they are safe and effective, and the best way to protect yourself and those around you from COVID-19 and its variants.

All COVID-19 vaccines are offered at no cost, no insurance and no government ID required. Learn more and find a vaccine by calling 312-746-4835 or visiting Chicago.gov/COVIDvax.

Village of Lynwood President Jada Curry with residents during the State of the Village Town Hall Meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 3. Photos provided by Natalie Oliver

The Village of Lynwood updates its residents after six months of the new administration Continued from page 1

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Mayor Jada D. Curry has been the President of the Village of Lynwood since May 2021. Since that time, her administration has improved procedures for departments, as well as created efficiencies to ensure records are consistent.

On Wednesday, Nov. 3, the Village of Lynwood hosted a State of the Village Town Hall Meeting, where village officials updated residents on the progress since the administration took office.

Lynwood Fire Chief Keenan Newton wants to increase the manpower of the department so it can provide efficient 24/7services. Currently there are 11 members of the Lynwood Fire Department. The department is actively recruiting so that the department can grow, as the Village has.

“The Village has been growing. There have been more people moving into the Village. Especially now with this new administration, we have new commercial opportunities that are starting to pop up around the Village, and the fire department needs to grow with it,” Newton said.

Newton wants to change the fire

department to better meet the community’s needs. In six months, one person has been hired to the fire department and it is looking to hire four more people. Recruitment is happening at an ongoing basis and will continue until it has adequate staff numbers. The structural firefighting gear needs to be replaced, it is currently expired by a year and a half.

Newton wants to develop a 24/7 staffing model, right now it is a paid, on call model, where staff is paid by call. The goal is to have staff where it only takes seconds to respond. Currently, there is an agreement with other communities to provide fire services to the Village of Lynwood.

When Police Chief Dan Dempsey and Assistant Chief Robin Bolde were sworn in, they created a 90-day plan and goals. They also opened the lines of communication with the elected officials, to ensure the elected officials were aware of everything that happened with the police department.

The old policy book was thrown out and rewritten to reflect up to date mandates and policies. Dempsey and Bolde also plan to implement a new schedule on Jan. 1, 2022.

The number of police officers on the street has increased. A community

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policing program was created to build relationships, and to continue building relationships and communication with surrounding municipalities. The goal, Dempsey said, is to create better police officers.

Five new officers have been hired since Dempsey and Bolde took over, making it 22 officers on the force. The position of patrol commander was created. There is now a four-officer tactical unit.

Kimberly Swiderek, the finance director for the Village of Lynwood, said there was a $5.4 million deficit in the general fund when she took office in May. The last time it had a surplus was in 1997. In six months, the Village has paid off one of its Tax Anticipation Warrants, the FY2022 budget passed, they paid some vendors and are maintaining payment plans with the Homewood Disposal and the Illinois Municipal League.

Mayor Curry said moving Lynwood forward will take continued focus on getting financials in order, bringing in businesses that will enable the Village to be self-sustaining, and building on the sense of community the Village established over the summer.

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National Minority Health Association Launches New Online COVID-19 Risk Assessment Tool Partnership with Epistemix and Talus Analytics Creates COVID-SCAPE to Assess Risks Based on Age, Location and Vaccination Status OWINGS MILLS, Md. PRNewswire -- The National Minority Health Association (NMHA), a national health-equity advocacy group, announced today that it has tapped the expertise of Epistemix, a leader in epidemiological modeling, and Talus Analytics, a data analysis and visualization firm, to launch COVID-SCAPE. The new online tool is now available for use by those who want to assess their personal COVID-19 risk, based on age, location, and vaccination status.

Instead of estimating risk based solely on equations and static national averages, COVID-SCAPE takes into account local factors, down to the zip code level, and projects them over time, while offering specific recommendations on the best decisions for users and their family.

“We felt that estimates of general infection risk needed to account for local dynamics and an individual’s everyday activities. Using local population data makes the tool specific to each neighborhood, enabling more accurate and informative risk assessments,” said Burgess Harrison, executive director, NMHA. How does it work?

By simply entering basic demographic info, zip code, and vaccination status, COVID-SCAPE’s unique algorithm takes into account the latest local public health data, behaviors, policies, and interventions in a community and returns an assessment showing an individual, location-specific infection and hospitalization risk, forecast over the next 4 months.

“What is unique is that COVID-SCAPE bases estimates on simulations of the future epidemiological risk, community by community, and focuses on underserved populations,” said John Cordier, CEO of Epistemix. “We are proud and excited to work with the National Minority Health Association to provide an easy-to-use, science-based tool to help more people understand the value of vaccination and hopefully get vaccinated,” continued Cordier.

What can users discover with COVID-SCAPE? The personal risk of becoming sick enough to miss work.

The personal risk of becoming sick enough to go to the hospital.

The personal risk of becoming sick and dying.

The COVID-SCAPE database includes all previous cases, hospitalizations, deaths, and vaccination coverage across the country since March, 2020. The tool also factors in COVID-19 variants, length of protection from initial vaccines and booster shots, and protection derived from previous infections. It also foresees how the epidemic might change in the future.

Origins of COVID-SCAPE This collaboration grew out of a larger NMHA project, Flex for Checks. The Flex for Checks community-based program, is part of an $11.1 million grant from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), which seeks to mobilize homecare employees to increase vaccination confidence and rates in underserved communities.

POLITICAL Affairs Rep. Kelly Announces Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Investments for Illinois Rep. Robin L. Kelly (IL-02), announced critical investments for Illinois that have been included in the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, which Rep. Kelly voted to pass last Friday. Illinois recently received a C- rating on its infrastructure report card from the American Society of Civil Engineers and is set to receive billions of dollars in investment through the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.

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It is estimated that at least 18% of home health workers themselves are vaccine-hesitant, which makes increasing their vaccination rates a public health priority. NMHA chose to partner with Epistemix and Talus to design this risk assessment tool specifically for home health workers and the at-risk communities they serve.

“Homecare workers will now be able to easily assess their risk for COVID-19 and what that risk looks like with and without the vaccine,” said Harrison. “We are thrilled to be working with Epistemix and Talus in the effort to save lives in the midst of the ongoing pandemic.”

COVID-SCAPE is free to use for individuals and covers every zip code in the United States.

“Fast, easy-to-use risk assessments help people make better decisions,” said Dr. Ellie Graeden, CEO of Talus Analytics. “This partnership gives people a window into how COVID-19 impacts their day-to-day lives.”

There is also a paid enterprise version available for businesses and insurers who want to evaluate the impacts of COVID-19 on return to work, business travel, sick time, lost productivity, and future health costs.

The National Minority Health Association, founded in 1988 by Dr. David L. Dalton, Chairman, and CEO, UNIVEC Conglomerate, Inc. (UNVC), achieved its initial mission of ensuring the establishment of Offices of Minority Health in all 50 states. Today the NMHA is adding to its mission and deploying new programs that utilize patient-centered, value-based care, and new ways of enhancing care to patients where they are, lowering costs, and improving outcomes for minority and underserved communities. To find out more, visit www.theNMHA.org.

Become a member of the NMHA Health Equity Action Leaders network (HEAL) and join the fight for health equity. https://www.thenmha.org/donation. Help build confidence in the vaccine www.GoFundMe.com/thenmha.

To learn more, visit www.epistemix.com.

The accuracy of simulation forecasts depends on future events and behaviors that may occur, some of which are unforeseeable. Epistemix strives to provide useful forecasts based on the latest available population and health information; however, no warranty can be made regarding the precise prediction of future outcomes.

This project is supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as part of an award totaling $11.1million. The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement, by HRSA, HHS, or the U.S. Government.

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“Our state of Illinois has suffered from a lack of investment for decades, and people who live here are paying the price,” said Congresswoman Robin Kelly. “We have 2,374 bridges and more than 6,218 miles of highway in need of repair. These poor road conditions are leading to increased costs and commute times for our drivers, with the average commute time up 7.3% and the average driver paying $609 in costs in each due to driving on roads in poor condition. This bill will invest in our roads, public transportation and in ensuring our infrastructure is not only up to date but ready for the future.”

“Additionally, we are investing in broadband infrastructure to ensure that every household in Illinois has reliable, affordable internet access,” continued Congresswoman Kelly. “We’re investing in public health and safety, with Illinois set to receive more than $1 billion to replace lead service lines and pipes, and tens of millions of dollars to recover and protect us from extreme weather events. The bottom line is that this historic legislation will benefit every person in Illinois.”

The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act will help Illinoisans by: • •

Repairing and rebuilding our roads and bridges Improving healthy, sustainable transportation options.

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Delivering clean drinking water to every American and eliminating the nation’s lead service lines and pipes.

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Helping every American connect to reliable high-speed internet.

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Improving our nation’s airports.

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Preparing more of our infrastructure for the impacts of climate change, cyberattacks and extreme weather events.

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Building a network of electric vehicle (EV) chargers to facilitate long-distance travel and provide convenient charging options.

Rush, Colleagues Introduce POW Priority Care Act U.S. Representatives Bobby L. Rush (D-Ill.), Tim Walberg (R-Mich.), Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-Ill.), and Brett Guthrie (R-Ky.) introduced the POW Priority Care Act (H.R. 5947). This bipartisan legislation would give former Prisoners of War (POW) higher priority in the scale used by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to determine eligibility for health care benefits and services. Currently, POWs are allocated to Priority Group 3; the POW Priority Care Act would move them to Priority Group 1.

“Prisoners of War have endured the unthinkable and made unimaginable sacrifices for our nation and for the freedoms we all enjoy,” said Rep. Rush. “They should be at the front of the line to receive the highest level of medical care, in the most efficient manner possible, upon their return home. Unfortunately, right now, this is not the case. I am proud to join my colleagues in introducing this important legislation to right this wrong and honor our heroic POWs on Veterans Day.” “As we pay tribute to our veterans, it serves as another reminder of the sacred responsibility we have to care for the men and women who defended our freedoms,” said Rep. Walberg. “Our nation’s former POWs were forced to endure unthinkable hardship in service to country, and there should be no question that they deserve the highest level of care at the VA. This legislation is an important step we can take as a grateful nation, and I am thankful to my colleagues for joining me in this bipartisan effort.”

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Abbott Launches New Initiative to Drive Diversity in Medical Research ABBOTT PARK, Ill. PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE -- Abbott (NYSE: ABT) today announced the launch of a new initiative designed to help create a more inclusive clinical trial ecosystem through new approaches to training, education, and improving the clinical research infrastructure within the U.S. This effort builds on Abbott’s commitment of engaging populations who have historically been under-represented in medical research and will improve health by increasing access to innovative treatment options available within the trials process and increasing insights around how different groups respond to new therapies.

People of diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds make up nearly 40% of the U.S. population and are disproportionately impacted by chronic conditions like cardiovascular disease and diabetes. Yet due to historical and societal barriers, these groups are still heavily under-represented in clinical trials – at times representing just 5% of trial enrollments. This gap compounds existing health equity challenges and limits options for patients battling complex health conditions.

Abbott’s new initiative is focused on reducing barriers to access and building on the company’s focus over the last several years of enhancing diversity within its own clinical trials. The initiative also supports Abbott’s 2030 Sustainability Plan focused on innovating for access and affordability, addressing health disparities and removing barriers to support

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Abbott’s new initiative includes: Funding and scholarships for future trial leaders Through new partnerships with the four HBCU medical schools, the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science, the Howard University College of Medicine, Meharry Medical College, and the Morehouse School of Medicine, alongside the National Black Nurses Association and National Association of Hispanic Nurses, Abbott has dedicated $5 million to fund nearly 300 scholarships over the next five years to support the next generation of ethnically diverse nurses, doctors and researchers who will lead and support future clinical trials. Increasing the diversity of doctors and nurses within the clinical trial landscape will also help advance trust in clinical research in diverse communities across the U.S. Diversity in Research Medical Advisory Board Made up of leading independent doctors, trialists and health advocates, Abbott’s new Diversity in Research Medical Advisory Board (MAB) will counsel on methods to reduce barriers to access within under-represented populations and communities of color and provide feedback on how Abbott can continue to drive

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First Black Owned Autonomous Grocery Store In U.S to Open in December Nourish + Bloom Market will also be the first in the South Black PR Wire - Georgia - Safety, Nutrition and Sustainability are important elements for any community and for Nourish + Bloom Markets, it’s the cornerstone of their business model. Nourish + Bloom Market, set to open Friday, Dec. 17, in Fayetteville, Ga., features “frictionless shopping” - customers will be able to walk in, grab what they need, and leave

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The owners, Jamie Michael Hemmings and Jilea Hemmings, began their journey into the food industry after their oldest son was diagnosed with Autism. They believe that everyone deserves access to healthy food options. Getting access to healthier

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Chicago Urban League Meets Fundraising Goal Iconic R&B Male Group Boyz II Men Performs Live with Surprise Appearance by Kenny “Babyface” Edmonds

Connie Lindsey poses with her award with Michael O’Grady President and CEO of Northern Trust and Karen Freeman-Wilson, President and CEO of the Chicago Urban League.

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At a pivotal 60th year, the Chicago Urban League’s Golden Fellowship Dinner lived up to its reputation of being one of the hottest tickets in town. On Saturday, more than 1,000 of the Chicago’s corporate, civic and community leaders gathered at the Hyatt Regency Chicago to party with a purpose while successfully raising more than $1.6 million in support of the organization’s programs. Iconic R&B group Boyz II Men took the stage, surprising the crowd with a special appearance by Grammy-award winning singer/songwriter Kenny “Babyface” Edmonds.

The fundraising gala also honored Chicago business leaders Brett Hart and Connie Lindsey for their service to others and leadership in promoting equity and diversity. Gala cochairs John O. Hudson III, President and CEO of Nicor Gas, and Michael O’Grady, Chairman, President and CEO of Northern Trust, addressed the audience and discussed their organizations’ commitment to issues that align with the Chicago Urban League’s mission.

Chicago Urban League President & CEO Karen Freeman-Wilson saluted the evening’s honorees and co-chairs.

“Last year, so many of our friends in the corporate arena made statements and pledged dollars so that people

would know of their commitment to fair and equal treatment. But words and money ring hollow unless there is a demonstrated commitment to systemic change,” she said. “Our sponsors and their teams at Nicor and Northern Trust embody that commitment. And each of our honorees—Brett Hart, Ben Crump and Connie Lindsey—live these principles every day.”

Attorney Benjamin Crump, who has represented the families of Trayvon Martin, Breonna Taylor, George Floyd and more, accepted the 2021 Edwin C. “Bill” Berry Civil Rights Award during the Golden Fellowship Exchange on Friday, November 6.

The Bill Berry Award is the League’s highest honor.

United Airlines President Brett J. Hart, who was traveling and unable to attend the gala, accepted the 2021 Lester H. McKeever, Jr. Individual Service Award via pre-recorded video. Connie Lindsey, Executive Vice President and Head of Corporate Social Responsibility for Northern Trust, accepted the League’s 2021 Humanitarian Award in person with remarks that brought the crowd to their feet.

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The black-tie gala was themed “60 Years and Onward: Meeting the Moment with the Movement.” The evening began with a Champagne Reception hosted by Samantha Chatman from ABC 7 Chicago, comedian and actor Damon Williams served as host of the dinner program, and Maurice “Ice” Culpepper, of iHeart Media Chicago’s V103 radio station, served as DJ for the After Party. To help ensure everyone’s safety, attendees were required to submit proof of vaccination in advance, and the wearing of masks was encouraged.

Established in 1916, the Chicago Urban League works to achieve equity for Black families and communities through social and economic empowerment. For more information, visit www.ChiUL.org. Find us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter.

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Foot Locker And Designer Don C Launch All City By Just Don

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Coach Introduces “Give A Little Love” Holiday Campaign Plus, a special episode of Coach TV in collaboration with Coach Family NEW YORK PRNewswire -- Coach introduces “Give A Little Love,” its campaign for the holiday season featuring Jennifer Lopez, Michael B. Jordan, Kiko Mizuhara and a special episode of Coach TV with an extended cast of Coach Family featuring their friends and family members.

Celebrating love and affection as the greatest gift of all, the campaign is unveiled with images by photographer Pierre-Ange Carlotti that capture the season’s spirit of warmth and connection.

“Give A Little Love” features the Coach Family with their loved ones: Kiko Mizuhara with her sister, Paloma Elsesser with her grandmother, Rickey Thompson with his cousin, and his friend, comedian Quen Blackwell; Quincy with his sisters Chance, D’Lila and Jessie Combs; Richie Shazam and her partner Ben Draghi; and Barbie Ferreira with her cat, Morty. Images of Jennifer Lopez and Michael B. Jordan were photographed by Renell Medrano.

In addition, the house also releases a special holiday episode of Coach TV with new vignettes inspired by nostalgic treasured holiday film, television, and music pop culture references—inspired

by Coach Creative Director Stuart

Vevers’ vision of heritage reimagined for the next generation.

The new episode of Coach TV includes a special appearance by face of the brand Jennifer Lopez. The film, directed by Jason Bergh, features the iconic scene from Lopez’s 2002 music video “All I Have” where she carries an armful of Coach Signature monogram bags down a snow-dusted street in New York City. Joyfully updated for 2021

by Coach, the video features Lopez in the same setting—nearly 20 years later—proving icons really do last forever.

Additional vignettes include “Coach, Actually,” directed by Carlotti and featuring a voiceover

by Catherine O’Hara, “Coach Alone” and “Coach Matters” highlighting the fun, joy and entertainment of the holiday season, and the loved ones we enjoy celebrating with. To create this season’s episode of Coach TV, Coach also collaborated with writer and director Amber Schaefer, with additional infomercials starring Bob the Drag Queen and directed

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“Give A Little Love” spotlights the house’s Studio bag in Signature and Coach Quilties in metallic leather.

CHICAGO PRNewswire -- Foot Locker has announced the launch of All City by Just Don - a lifestyle brand created with Don C rooted in basketball and sneaker culture that is inspired by the spirit of community. Don C has been a part of the cultural vanguard for decades as a music executive, fashion designer, sneaker collaborator and brand storyteller.

“I’m excited to partner with Foot Locker in the creation of All City. Their proactive commitment to lifting up the Black community is something I wanted to be a part of,” explained Don C. “With everything I’ve ever created, my inspiration has been from the Chicago neighborhoods I grew up in.

As a designer, I want to lead the conversation and push the boundaries where my story intersects with fashion, travel and the real people who inspire me every day.”

All City by Just Don merges luxury fabrics and modern streetwear with a vintage aesthetic, with the first collection featuring hoodies, t-shirts, mesh shorts and matching track pants and jackets.

The All City by Just Don fall 2021 collection dropped Wednesday, Nov. 10, and features apparel ranging from $55 to $150 USD. All pieces will be available in sizes S through XXL both online and at select Foot Locker locations across the United States and Canada.

To mark the drop of the first collection, Don C and Foot Locker will host a series of creative summits in key markets across the US and Canada including Chicago, New York, Toronto and Los Angeles.

“Like Foot Locker, Don C is deeply committed to the young, diverse communities we serve,” said Bryon Milburn, Senior Vice President, General Manager, Foot Locker. “He is at the forefront of modern culture and fashion, and by lending his taste, care and craft to the All City by Just Don line at Foot Locker, we’re able to further connect to the next generation of streetwear enthusiasts.”

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sible collection that is continuing to power the controlled brand strategy at Foot Locker.

In June 2020, Foot Locker, Inc. announced its new Leading Education & Economic Development (LEED) initiative, a $200 million five-year commitment to support the Black community through economic development and education.

Foot Locker, Inc. leads the celebration of sneaker and youth culture around the globe through a portfolio of brands including Foot Locker, Kids Foot Locker, Champs Sports, Eastbay, atmos, WSS, Footaction, and Sidestep.

With approximately 3,000 retail stores in 28 countries across North America, Europe, Asia, Australia and New Zealand, as well as websites and mobile apps, the Company’s purpose is to inspire and empower youth culture around the world, by fueling a shared passion for self-expression and creating unrivaled experiences at the heart of the global sneaker community. Foot Locker, Inc. has its corporate headquarters in New York.

For more information and to stay up to date on the exclusive collection drops, visit www.footlocker.com and follow @footlocker.

Dare to Roam’s Prodigy Backpack Selected as One of Oprah’s Favorite Things 2021 NEW YORK PRNewswire -Dare to Roam (DTR), antimicrobial travel gear and accessories founded

by Harper+Scott in partnership with singer-songwriter Ciara, announced today that its signature Prodigy Backpack ($98) and Mini Prodigy Backpack ($72) will feature in Oprah’s Favorite Things 2021 Holiday Gift List, in the Winter issue of O Quarterly and on OprahDaily.com.

The Oprah’s Favorite Things annual list is a must-have holiday shopping guide that features the most decadent desserts, ingenious gadgets, and finest finds in home, fashion, and beauty.

The Prodigy Backpack and Mini Prodigy Backpack will be available for purchase at www.daretoroam.com and in the Oprah’s Favorite Things gift guide on Amazon at amazon.com/ oprah, as well as via the Amazon App on iOS and Android for customers to shop anytime, anywhere.

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ing ourselves against germs is still the name of the game, and this backpack is contributing to the fight,” as Oprah says on OprahDaily.com. “It’s made of a special antimicrobial fabric that helps ward off bacteria. So smart for kids— and adults, too.”

“As a new brand that just launched in the last 90 days, we’re thrilled to be included in Oprah’s iconic Favorite Things, the gift guide of all gift guides,” states Michael Scott Cohen, CEO at Harper + Scott. “It’s a huge testament to everyone’s desire to feel safe, confident, and stylish as we make our way back out into the world, whether that be to school, work, or play both near and far.”

Launched in August 2021, Dare to Roam products are designed to withstand all the rigors of an on-the-go lifestyle, offering sleek, durable, and ethically-made products at accessible prices, bringing ease, style, and reliability to travel and everyday life.

At the intersection of fashion, design,

sustainability and technology, each product is made using a custom 100% recycled nylon with antimicrobial protection and a water-resistant finish to withstand the growth of germs and odor-causing bacteria. Acting as a shield against harmful microbes, all Dare to Roam products suppress 99% of mold, mildew, fungi, and bacteria growth to eliminate odors, discoloration, and other deterioration.

Additionally, Dare to Roam’s functional fabric stays clean, longer—requiring less washing and offering a more energy efficient option to everyday essentials.

Twelve lucky readers will have the chance to win all 110 items on Oprah’s Favorite Things List in the 12-Day Give-O-way Sweepstakes (www.oprahdaily.com/ 12days-2021), which runs through Tuesday, Nov. 23.

To see the full list of items please visit https://www.oprahdaily.com/ oprah-favorite-things-2021.

veterans in Cook County that have shared with me how these exemptions have helped them obtain homeownership.”

Families receiving veteran related exemptions share how these benefits honor their service and have helped in their journey of homeownership.

“As the spouse of a 100% disabled veteran, I

connected disability zeroed out his property tax liability. Although my father recently passed away, as an eligible spouse of a disabled veteran, my mother has peace of mind knowing that she can afford to live in her home and receive the same property tax savings that my father once enjoyed.”

“The paperwork to apply for the exemption is straightforward and simple and we were able to

2018, and 2017 tax years. For more information, visit www.cookcountyassessor.com.

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Landmarks Illinois publishes WWI Monuments of Illinois Database containing more than 300 memorials of the Great War In honor of Veterans Day, Landmarks Illinois has published its new online database of historic World War I monuments and memorials in Illinois.

The Landmarks Illinois WWI Monuments of Illinois Database currently contains information on 311 monuments and memorials such as doughboy statues, plaques, sculptures and public spaces dedicated to honoring those who served in the Great War. Monuments included in the database are located in 158 different Illinois communities.

“We are proud to bring attention to the monuments that honor our fellow Illinoisans who fought or served in the First World War,” said Bonnie McDonald, President & CEO of Landmarks Illinois.

“Many of these memorials are now 100 years old or more. These historical markers, and those they honor, deserve to be recognized and celebrated.”

The unique database is the result of a years-long survey of existing WWI monuments throughout the state, made possible through generous financial support from the Pritzker Military Foundation. In 2017, in preparation for the 100th anniversary of the U.S. entry into WWI, Landmarks Illinois launched the statewide survey to better learn about the remaining WWI monuments in Illinois. In partnership with Landmarks

Illinois Director of Reinvestment Suzanne Germann, former Landmarks Illinois Regional Advisor, the late Steve Thompson of Mattoon, and preservation consultant Matt Seymour, conducted the comprehensive survey of WWI monuments throughout Illinois.

“This unique program has shined a light on the large number of remaining memorials throughout Illinois dedicated to the Great War,” said Suzanne Germann, Director of Reinvestment for Landmarks Illinois. “We are grateful to all those who helped with the extensive survey and shared information on memorials in their communities. We hope this new database sparks curiosity and inspires people to preserve the WWI memorials in their neighborhoods so they can stand for another 100 years and more.”

In conjunction with the survey, Landmarks Illinois created and carried out a WWI Monument Preservation Grant Program during 2017 and 2018 to provide financial support to communities wanting to preserve their WWI monuments and recover their dedication-era quality and appearance. The Pritzker Military Foundation awarded a $100,000 grant to Landmarks Illinois for the creation of the WWI monument database, survey and grant program. Nearly $75,000 of the

funding went toward the WWI Monument Preservation Grant Program, which successfully helped preserve 13 aging WWI monuments and memorials in the state.

“Landmarks Illinois is the ‘go to’ organization in the state of Illinois to preserve historic buildings,” said Col. Jennifer Pritzker, Founder of the Pritzker Military Foundation. “This project is dear to me because both of my grandfathers served in WWI, and I personally find it inspiring to bring awareness to these monuments. The purpose is not to glorify war, rather to remember how costly and destructive they are and why we should make every effort to avoid them.”

Among the WWI memorials documented in the Landmarks Illinois WWI Monuments of Illinois Database is the Goldstar Memorial in Riverside’s Guthrie Park, which consists of a concrete plaza with a flagpole in the center and multiple stone monuments around the edge, each with a plaque. Three of these monuments recognize a specific community member killed during WWI. The fourth monument honors all of those from the community who gave their lives in the War. The Riverside memorial was dedicated on Memorial Day in 1921.

Landmarks Illinois awarded the Village of

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Riverside $5,000 in 2018 through the WWI Monument Preservation Grant Program to aid restoration efforts at the village-owned site. New foundations for the stones were created, landscaping was updated and the flag pole was restored. The restoration of the monument has been a joint effort through the village and American Legion Post #488 of Riverside.

“Memorials like the Gold Star Memorial in Guthrie Park are like postcards to the future,” said Joseph Baar Topinka, Commander, American Legion Post #488. “They must be preserved and revered in the present.

If they are not, the future will not have them from which to learn from the past. What a loss that would be to communities like Riverside, Illinois, that are steeped in history.”

If you know of a monument or marker in your community that is not already in the database, or if you have additional information on, or photos of, an existing monument in the database, please contact Landmarks Illinois Director of Reinvestment Suzanne Germann at sgermann@landmarks.org. Explore the Landmarks Illinois WWI Monuments of Illinois Database here.

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Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Announce Initiatives to Support Cutting-Edge Science SEATTLE PRNewswire -- At the 17th Grand Challenges Annual Meeting, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation announced an initial commitment of $50 million to support science and innovation in low- and middle-income countries. The Grand Challenges Global Call to Action is a 10-year initiative that will prioritize grants to scientists from low- and middle-income countries and support a balanced representation of women principal investigators.

This long-term initiative is designed to ensure scientists and institutions in low- and middle-income countries play a central role in shaping the global R&D agenda and developing solutions that can better meet the needs of their communities. Initial focus areas will include data science, such as mathematical modeling to inform national malaria control programs; digital health services for pregnant women; and innovations to close gaps identified by current programs for eliminating neglected tropical diseases.

“We need the ideas and leadership of the people who are closest to the global health challenges we’re working to address,” said Mark Suzman, CEO of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. “The Grand Challenges Global Call to Action represents our commitment to advance innovation and equity while strengthening local partners in a sustainable way.”

At the annual meeting, which took place Nov. 8-11, the foundation will also launch the Global Immunology and Immune Sequencing for Epidemic Response (GIISER) program, which works to ensure scientists have the capacity to rapidly detect if new SARS-CoV-2 variants in their communities show signs of evading immune response. This will allow national and regional stakeholders to respond appropriately and develop products that meet the specific needs of their geographies. GIISER will operate as a decentralized network of autonomous and geographically distinct hubs that are able to connect local

pathogen sequencing data and clinical epidemiology with local immunological understanding and tools. As part of this program, the foundation will provide $7 million over two years to investigative teams in eight countries (South Africa, Senegal, Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, Uganda, Brazil, and India) to expand their existing immunological capacity.

To further support scientists who are developing the innovations needed to end the pandemic and address urgent global health priorities, the foundation announced the first cohort of the Calestous Juma Science Leadership Fellowship program on the second day of the meeting. Named after the late Calestous Juma, one of the world’s foremost visionaries in African-led science, the fellowship was launched at last year’s annual meeting to support the next generation of scientific leaders in Africa. The inaugural cohort includes 14 fellows from eight African countries—eight women and six men—who

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are leading projects that range from computational drug discovery to molecular epidemiology. Each fellow will receive up to $1 million over five years.

The Grand Challenges Annual Meeting is a global forum for researchers around the world to share their work, learn about cutting-edge advances in the field, and collaborate with other investigators and organizations. As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to drive inequity across the globe, this year’s meeting will focus on strengthening scientific collaborations to end the pandemic everywhere and promoting an inclusive recovery.

The 2021 fully virtual meeting is hosted by Global Grand Challenges partners and co-sponsored by Grand Challenges Canada, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), Wellcome, the Bill & Melinda Gates Medical Research Institute (Gates MRI), and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. Speakers at this year’s meeting include:

Anthony Fauci, Director, National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases Jason S. McLellan, Professor and Robert A. Welch Chair in Chemistry, University of Texas at Austin Matshidiso Moeti, Regional Director for Africa, World Health Organization John Nkengasong, Director, Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention Melanie Saville, Director of Vaccine Research and Development, Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations The event will feature dozens of leaders from across the global health innovation landscape, as well as Gates Foundation leadership, including Bill Gates (Co-Chair & Trustee); Melinda French Gates (Co-Chair & Trustee); Mark Suzman (Chief Executive Officer); and Trevor Mundel (President, Global Health Division). The sessions will be posted shortly after the meeting at grandchallenges.org/annual-meeting.

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A New Beginning For Us All, New York City And PUBLIC NEW YORK PRNewswire -- PUBLIC is a perpetual work in progress. It is in a constant state of improvement and will never be finished. The founding principle behind the brand and hotel is to offer the best, most original and exciting experience imaginable.

PUBLIC re-opened in June having been closed for a year and a half during the pandemic. However, it was not just business as usual.

PUBLIC went all out and debuted a reinvented and rethought hotel complete with various exciting offerings and amenities including a new restaurant, Popular, as well as a Cantina, Pisco Bar, Ceviche Bar and an improved LOUIS (the hotel’s global, fast gourmet food bazaar)—all by award-winning Peruvian chef Diego Munoz who helmed The World’s 50 Best Restaurant’s #1 rated Latin American restaurant.

Now, in addition, to continuing pushing the envelope and raising the bar, PUBLIC introduces BAR CHRYSTIE, a new, sexy, moody, updated “Modern Classic Cocktail Bar”; HOUSE OF X, a progressive, avant-garde, multimedia, new experiential nightlife performance space like no other, by House of Yes creators; a WELLNESS PROGRAM focused not only on beauty, but on health, fitness, peak performance, diet, medical treatment and overall wellbeing; and new food and cocktail SEASONAL MENUS from Chef Diego, along with a newly conceived, special

exclusive Chef ’s TASTING TABLE. The five bars at PUBLIC are diverse in mood, vibe and spirit as well as offerings. Each with its own personality and DNA, you can experience any one or all of them in one night depending on what suits your mood. All together in one night, they are an all-encompassing and immersive holistic experience. BAR CHRYSTIE offers something completely different and complementary to the other bars at PUBLIC, which was not available before. A thoughtful, conversational refuge, it celebrates the Lower East Side’s verve with state-of-the-art takes on classic drinks that are confident, elegant and fun, an extensive Champagne program, and cocktails made with rare and fine spirits. This is a bar for “adults in spirit”, yet ironically situated in the Lower East Side—it’s a dichotomy and contradiction in terms Schrager always seeks out with his projects. According to Schrager, when disparate elements come together in an unexpected way, that is when the sparks fly and magic happens.

BAR CHRYSTIE is elegant, refined and focused on intimacy, personal contact, human connection and conversation—a place to go for a tete a tete.

It’s a “piano bar without the piano” celebrating the famed NYC cocktail culture and that of Hollywood’s glamourous Golden Age of the 1920s. It pays homage to classics such as The Bar Hemingway at The Ritz in Paris and Harry’s Bar

in Venice. BAR CHRYSTIE will offer theatrical, fun, inventive, bespoke cocktails from Chef John Fraser and Chef Diego Munoz in collaboration with visionary mixologist, Rob Krueger; delectable internationally inspired tapas and ambient snacks

by Chef Diego; and sexy, soulful music inspired

by Aaliyah, D’Angelo and Maxwell as well as live vinyl-spinning DJs. Expect the unexpected with do-it-yourself ice cream sodas and floats done in an edgy, modern way. The bar will also host a schedule of cultural events, including talks, art shows, comedy nights, and cocktail masterclasses.

HOUSE OF X by visionary House of Yes team Anya Sapozhnikova, Kae Burke, Ilan Telmont and Justin Ahiyon is the next generation nightlife venue and performance space by the next generation of nightlife empresarios. According to Schrager, this team is grabbing the mantle and bringing experiential nightlife to a whole new level and like nothing else before it. In the same way that Cirque du Soleil reinvented the circus and Burning Man rethought outdoor gatherings, campfires and individual self-expression, HOUSE OF X and its creators will change everything and have the same profound impact on nightlife.

“For me, what the HOUSE OF X team has created is reminiscent of seminal cultural eras such as French and German cabaret of the 20s and 30s, as well as the underground NYC clubs of the 60s and 70s starting with Andy Warhol’s The Dom

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and culminating in Studio 54,” says Schrager.

The new one-of-a-kind WELLNESS PROGRAM at PUBLIC was created to counter this new age of anxiety brought on by the pandemic.

It gives both guests and locals a restorative sanctuary—a refuge— and holistic wellness experience right in the middle of New York City. The program includes fitness classes such as Pilates, Yoga, Boxing, HIIT, Sculpt, Stretch, Rehabilitation, Pre-natal and Meditation from the world’s best trainers; personal training options either on-site at PUBLIC’s state-of-the-art gym, outside or off-site at the trainer’s home gym; a Nike Run Club; priority access to the city’s most sought after spa treatments including an extensive array of massages (Swedish, shiatsu, hot stone, Thai, acupressure, among others) movement therapy, floatation, acupuncture, IV vitamin infusions, cryotherapy and more, both in room and at the spas; on-call medical experts for tests and treatments, metabolic analysis, nutrition and holistic wellbeing; and healthy, delicious menus including vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free from both Chef Diego and Chef John Fraser—healthy food that actually tastes good.

“It’s amazing what we were able to put together to offer a program that promotes overall wellbeing. Imagine: Come to New York for the Cure and actually go home feeling better than when you came’,” says Schrager.

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Rich Township Annual Gala Highlights

CITIZEN On The Move

Photos by CPG The event took place at the Idlewild Country Club and Lt. Governor Stratton was the guest speaker. Calvin Jordan, Rich Township Supervisor and Yumeka Brown President.

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Oil & Natural Gas Industry Engineering Successful Opportunities for People of Color, and Women

BY STACY M. BROWN The Washington Informer

Amanda Eversole spent 13 years at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce in Washington, D.C., where she cemented a legacy of leadership and innovation before joining JP Morgan Chase, where she created a framework for the firm’s philanthropic approach.

Now, as executive vice president and chief operating officer at the American Petroleum Institute (API), Eversole has the monumental task of leading efforts to integrate the trade association’s diverse functions and develop and implement a strategic plan for the natural gas and oil industry.

Eversole now puts her strong track record of driving consensus and winning strategies to the test as API and all in oil and natural gas wrestles with ensuring people of color and women are a large part of the lucrative industry.

“Every day, we get up and say what we’re going to do to make sure that we are giving people opportunities to interact with this industry, and it changes people’s lives,” Eversole told NNPA Newswire.

API states that about half of new industry-related job opportunities through 2040 are

projected to be filled by African Americans, Hispanic, Asians, and women.

Eversole remarked that talk isn’t good enough.

“The default narrative that the industry is old, dirty, and predominately white male is not true anymore, and the way we prove that is not by statistics,” Eversole exclaimed.

“It is by standing up and doing the work that we’re doing and showing people by opportunities and not by talking points.”

Eversole reiterated that API possesses a strong belief that educational opportunities remain critical to successful employment.

Backing that belief are programs like the organization’s Minority Serving Institution Initiative, where API has partnered with Historical Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and Hispanic Serving Institutions (HSIs) to provide students free access to the trade association’s world-class standards.

API also has joined Discovery Education’s STEM Careers Coalition where a coalition of industry partners joined to nurture a diverse culture of STEM education in K-12 schools nationwide.

In five years, that program aims at impacting 10 million students at 5,000 schools.

“There’s this common thread of opportunity,

and I had not worked with an industry like oil and natural gas where the constant focus is on improvement and optimization,” Eversole asserted.

“There are career opportunities that can last an entire lifetime, and there’s a sense of intergenerational opportunities through education to children with STEM skillsets.”

Eversole continued: “When I talk about the opportunities we have in the industry, I step back and say, ‘How does API, which represents more than 600 members, figure out how to accelerate the journey we’re on together in America understanding and acknowledging those suffering and working through racial inequities?’ I’m proud to say that we have a lot to show for our work.”

API is also building a job readiness training program through API’s Global Industry Services platform that facilitates baseline industry knowledge and skills, leading to entry-level operational roles across the industry.

API is partnering with Opportunity@Work in Houston, the world’s energy capital, where it’s estimated to have proportionally more rising STARS – Skilled-Through-Alternative-Routes.

“It’s a journey,” Eversole stated.

“When you think about long term workforce

Amanda Eversole, API Executive Vice President and COO, welcomes viewers to API’s State of American Energy 2021 where she discussed the industry’s resiliency, reliability, and innovation.

programs and when I think about STEM education and some of the internship programs – in terms of how to get that pipeline ready – we’re evaluating points of continuum and figuring out where some of those barriers are and why we are not seeing proportionality within the overall workforce.”

Eversole said the oil and natural gas industry “can do better.”

“We will do better,” she declared. “I’m encouraged that there’s a building sense of momentum.”

COMMUNITY ENERGY CENTER

Climate Solutions Require A Collaborative Effort Today, our growing population will require an abundance of energy sources to meet our daily needs.

We will need greater access to transportation, more housing and workplace options, and more electricity.

Americans can achieve these realities while also addressing climate change.

We will need the brightest minds from across America, with diverse opinions and ideas, to collaborate to meet our ever growing energy demand all while reducing carbon emissions in the U.S. Communities throughout the U.S. can help lead the way.

To learn more about how energy helps your community, visit CommunityEnergyCenter.org The Community Energy Center, a cooperative with the National Newspaper Publishers Association and National Association of Hispanic Publications Media, will provide information and perspectives on the integral role of the energy sector in daily life for American families in a wide range of communities.

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12th Annual Root 100: Most Influential African Americans of 2021

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Tamron Hall Teams with Court TV For New True-Crime Series ATLANTA PRNewswire -- Daytime EMMY Award-winning TV Host, Journalist and Author Tamron Hall will host a new, weekly true-crime series on Court TV, the popular multi-platform network devoted to live, gavel-to-gavel coverage, in-depth legal reporting, and expert analysis of the nation’s most important and compelling trials.

“Someone They Knew…With Tamron Hall” will be seen Sundays at 9 p.m. ET starting Jan. 9, 2022. Each episode will follow the path from victim to verdict and will explore how when it comes to murder, it is rare for there to be no prior connection between the killer and the deceased. “Someone They Knew…With Tamron Hall” will dissect all the elements, starting from when the two first crossed paths to the moment a jury must decide what really happened.

No voice-overs, no reporters, and no correspondents, the “Someone They Knew…With Tamron Hall” stories are told from the point of view of the people impacted by the case, including the lawyers, jurors, members of law enforcement and the victim’s family and friends.

Utilizing new interviews, archival footage and re-creations of the crime, the goal of each episode is an unbiased 360-degree balanced story.

“We’re thrilled to have Tamron host ‘Someone They Knew,’” says David Hudson, Head of Original Programming at Scripps. “With her many years of experience in journalism, TV hosting, and personal connection to unsolved cases, we know she will hook the audience in with her captivating storytelling during each episode.”

“When the idea of a series focused on crimes committed by intimate partners was presented to me, I felt a deep connection to these victims,” says Tamron. “I have always been pulled into the ‘why’ – why crimes like this happen – and the heartbreaking impact they have on family and friends. Court TV represents an additional, trusted partner to support the

important work that I do.”

Most recently Tamron released her first crime novel As The Wicked Watch – the first in a thrilling new series that follows a reporter as she unravels the disturbing mystery around the deaths of two Black girls; the work of a serial killer terrorizing Chicago.

Tamron Hall is an Emmy Award-winning TV host, journalist, author and philanthropist. She is the host and executive producer of the Emmy nominated daytime television show “Tamron Hall,” which is produced and distributed in national syndication by Walt Disney Television. For her work on the show’s first season, Tamron won the Daytime Emmy for Outstanding Informative Talk Show Host.

“Tamron Hall” was also awarded the prestigious Gracie Award in its first season, which recognizes exemplary programming created by women. In October 2021 Tamron released her first novel, As The Wicked Watch – the first in a thrilling new crime series.

Previously, Tamron hosted “Deadline: Crime with Tamron Hall” on Investigation Discovery, taking an in-depth look at crimes that shocked the nation. Tamron was the first African American female co-host of “TODAY” and served as the anchor for “MSNBC Live with Tamron Hall.”

She received the 2015 Edward R. Murrow Award for her “TODAY” segment on domestic violence.

Court TV is available on cable, over-theair and over-the-top. Court TV is also live streamed on CourtTV.com, YouTube TV, Pluto TV, SiriusXM, as well as the Court TV app for Roku®, Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV and Android and Apple devices. All feature robust and exclusive content from the massive Court TV library, including the nation’s most compelling, high-profile cases over the past 30 years available on demand. Court TV is part of The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP).

Community: Ibram X Kendi, Aswad NEW YORK PRNewswire -- The Root, a Thomas, Tressie McMillan Cottom, Xavier G/O Media brand and one of the largest sites Henderson, Iya Dammons, Kandace covering Black news, politics, culture and Montgomery, Percell Dugger, Daroneopinion, has announced the selection of its 12th-annual Root 100 List, featuring one hun- shia Duncan-Boyd, Jahkeen Washington, Kayla Park, Vanessa Lewis, Christopher dred of the most influential African AmerBradshaw, Imani Rupert-Gordon, Meghan ican innovators, public figures, community Markle, Tiffany Crutcher, Riana Anderson, leaders, change agents, and activists of 2021.

Joanna Smith; This list celebrates members of the Black Entertainment: Chadwick Boseman, Mj community aged 25-45, who are changing the Rodriguez, Megan Thee Stallion, Stephen world by breaking down barriers and paving Satterfield, Mickey Guyton, Mia Neal, the way for the next generation.

This year’s list is led by Kizzmekia Corbett, Zendaya, Leslie Odom Jr., Andra Day, Tiara Thomas, Ashley Nicole Black, Moses Ina viral immunologist who worked closely on gram, Zerina Akers, Beyoncé Knowles-Carthe Moderna COVID-19 vaccine. Other noter, Janicza Bravo, Shaka table names include congresswomKing, Day Bracey; an Cori Bush, rapper Megan Thee Media: Nikole HanStallion, the late actor Chadwick nah-Jones, Marc Lamont Boseman, WNBA Legend Candace Hill, Malika Andrews, Parker, YouTuber and entrepreTiffany Cross, Clint Smith, neur Marques Brownlee, Olympian Wesley Morris, Errin Allyson Felix, actor MJ Rodriguez, Haines, Morgan Jerkins, author and professor Ibram X. Zerlina Maxwell, NehemiKendi, and last year’s list leader, PRNewsfoto/G/O Media ah Frank, Omar Jiminez, journalist Nikole Hannah-Jones.

Jazerai Allen-Lord; The 2021 list of honorees focuses on Politics: Cori Bush, Park Cannon, those who are the very definition of the ulJasmine Crockett, Symone Sanders, India timate game-changers. Each person on the Walton, Mikema Williams, Jalen McKlist has carved out a unique space in their ee-Rodriguez, Geoffrey Starks, Jalina Porter, respective industries that no one else could fill, and in doing so, have set an example for Aicha Davis, Laura Kupe; Science & Tech: Kizzmekia Corbett, legions to follow.

Marques Brownlee, Ifeoma Ozoma, Aerica The Root’s editorial team, led by EdiShimizu Banks, Jewel Burks Solomon, tor-in-Chief Vanessa De Luca, utilizes a Damien Fair, Camille Stewart, Monika unique algorithm to select the winners.

Schleier-Smith, Dee Tuck; With this comprehensive and proprietary Sports: Renee Montgomery, Candace methodology, editors weighed hundreds of Parker, Allyson Felix, Tina Charles, Natasha publicly-submitted nominees by calculatCloud, Tamyra Mensah-Stock, Bianca Smith, ing honorees reach (the people they touch Raven Saunders, Dahlia Muhammad, Gwen through media along with Twitter and Berry, Brehanna Daniels, Maia Chaka; Instagram followers) and substance (the STEM: Brielle Ferguson, Elizabeth Davis, impact of their work), graded on a scale of Chazz Sims 0 to 10 to determine their influence, which At 13-years-old, The Root is the leading calculates their ranking.

African American news source in America, Winners were then hand-selected from reaching more than 10 million visitors per the finalists pool by a seasoned selection month with an editorial featuring biting committee consisting of award-winning, commentary, opinion, breaking news and NABJ-honored journalists. culture content. Co-founded in 2008 by “This year’s Root 100 honors geniuses preeminent scholar Henry Louis Gates, The (literally) and grassroots organizers, athletes Root seeks to uplift conversations that often and activists, and so many more. It is the go unheard outside of our communities. diversity of the list that makes it so impresG/O Media reaches more than a third of sive, but is the contributions of those selected all Americans online each month with over that make it so meaningful,” said Vanessa De 100 million unique visitors, including its Luca, Editor-in-Chief at The Root. extended network. This collection of digiTo learn more about The Root 100 tal-first brands serves a young, diverse audiawards and to view the full list of winners, ence with content that reflects their shared please see below or visit the awards website.

The full 2021 winners list for The Root 100: values and passions, including category-leading sites focused on tech and science Arts: Ashley C. Ford, Cecile McLorin (Gizmodo); pop culture and entertainment Salvant, Hanif Abdurraqib, Jordan Casteel, (The A.V. Club); sports news (Deadspin); Kerby Jean-Raymond, Reginald Dwayne car culture (Jalopnik); modern women’s inBetts, Fabrice Guerrier; terests (Jezebel); gaming (Kotaku); lifestyle Business: Dr. Roshawnna Novellus, Ellie (Lifehacker); food and drink (The Takeout); Diop, Lakeysha Hallmon, Rachel RobasAfrican American news and culture (The ciotti, Barry Givens, Nicole Tinson, Justin Root); humor and satire news (The Onion); Dawkins, Kimerly Wilson, Everett Sands, and e-commerce (The Inventory).

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Holiday Health Tips

Keep Healthy for the Holidays (Family Features) During this year's holidays, many families are looking forward to celebrating a closerto-normal season. However, that means staying healthy and keeping all kinds of germs at bay, including seasonal cold and flu bugs.

"With life getting back to normal, we are expecting a more severe cold and flu season than we encountered last year," said Dr. Jennifer Caudle, family physician. "It's important to both take preventative measures and stay prepared for keeping symptoms at bay. I recommend looking for over-the-counter medicines with active ingredients like dextromethorphan and guaifenesin, which help relieve both cough and chest congestion."

Practice good hygiene. Washing your hands has become a common refrain throughout the pandemic because it's a simple and effective way to keep germs away, whether they're of the global pandemic variety or a common cold. As you're out shopping and mingling this holiday season, you're likely to come into contact with more germ-laden surfaces than usual. Shopping carts, doors and public restrooms are major culprits, so carry sanitizer and be sure to give your hands a thorough wash when you get home.

Treat symptoms. While addressing the symptoms of an illness won't necessarily make it go away, it can ease your discomfort while it runs its course. An option like Mucinex 12 HR Extended Release Tablets provides relief for 12 hours by helping thin and loosen mucus to relieve chest congestion. The tablets are also available in a DM formula, which provides relief for both wet and dry coughs.

Protect your immune system. A healthy immune system helps your body fight off germs so you don't get sick, or if you do come down with a cold or the flu, you may have a milder, shorter illness. Getting plenty of rest, staying well hydrated, eating wellbalanced and nutrient-rich meals and getting plenty of regular physical activity can all help keep your body in good condition to fight off seasonal germs.

Keep your medicine cabinet stocked. There's hardly anything worse than waking in the middle of the night with a cough or sinus trouble and discovering your medicine cabinet is empty. Be proactive by

Make Safety a Priority for Holiday Travel (Family Features) As more and more Americans hit the road and return to traveling for the holidays, concerns around road safety are top of mind.

Nearly half of Americans (47%) plan to travel in the next six months, including 51% with plans to travel for Christmas, according to a survey by 3M. A majority (76%) plan to travel by car, but more than a third of travelers are as concerned about road safety as they are about contracting COVID-19. " Especially after spending an extended period closer to home, many people are likely to have some trepidation about getting back out on the road," said automotive expert Lauren Fix, "The Car Coach" and 3M spokesperson. "Being conscious of issues like visibility and distracted driving are important ways to protect yourself and your passengers."

Consider these tips to enhance the safety of your holiday travel.

Before You Go Check your tire pressure and the condition of your tread. Properly inflated

restocking on over-the- counter basics to help keep your symptoms in check. It's also a good idea to check the expiration dates of any medications you do have on hand and replace anything that is out of date.

Be mindful of spreading germs. If you do get sick, you can take steps to protect your loved ones. If possible, stay home until your symptoms have passed and you're less likely to be contagious. Covering your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze, or sneezing into your elbow if you don't have a tissue, can be effective in preventing the spread of germs.

Know when to consult a doctor. In most cases, minor cold symptoms don't require a visit to the doctor (unless you and adequate tires can keep you safe on the road, especially in slick conditions.

Visibility is important so you can see the road and other drivers. Make sure you have properly functioning wiper blades and carry extra washer fluid.

Check your headlights to ensure they both work and your lenses aren't hazy.

Use your GPS to help you plan the best time to leave for your road trip, avoiding the major rush hours.

Make sure your car has an emergency kit and replenish any items you have used in the past.

Include a first aid kit, blanket, drinking water, flashlight, reflective triangles and a reflective vest to keep you visible to other vehicles if you are working on your car on the side of the road or need to walk to get help.

While On the Road Keep your focus on the road and stay off your phone.

Also be aware of the other vehicles and drivers around you.

Use GPS to re-route around construction or congestion. If you do come across construction, be sure to keep a close eye on the roadway signage and markings as they can help you navigate the complex roadways safely.

If you find yourself driving in bad weather and visibility is an issue, pay attention to road markings to keep yourself oriented to the roadway. If you have no visibility, pull over.

Find more road safety information at 3M.com/ news.

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think you may have been exposed to COVID-19 and need to arrange for testing). However, if symptoms don't resolve within a week, grow worse in a short period of time or aren't responding to over-the-counter medicines to ease your symptoms, it's a good idea to schedule an appointment with your doctor or at least speak with a triage nurse for advice.

Find more resources to help you prepare stay healthy for the holidays at Mucinex.com.

Photos courtesy of Getty Images #15910 Source: Mucinex this holiday season with road safety solutions such as: Traffic signs: Studies have found that where highly visible signs are installed, crash numbers have fallen up to 46% within 3-6 years. Reflective sign sheeting, ink and overlays increase visibility and driver recognition of these signals. In foggy and wintery weather, fluorescent yellow street signs have also been found to be more easily visible.

Pavement markings: Pavement markings help guide drivers and keep roads safe. In dark and wet conditions, standard reflective pavement markings can disappear. Reflective technology like the options from 3M make road markings visible from longer distances and in wet conditions.

Traffic delineators: Navigating complex or changing roadways can be confusing and dangerous for drivers. Specialized delineation systems are used for construction projects, median barriers and guardrails, putting roadway information directly in sight of drivers and making it easier to navigate roadway complexities.

License plates: License plates need to remain visible on any roadway and in all conditions, ensuring law enforcement can quickly and effectively identify vehicles. By providing vehicle registration solutions and advanced license plate manufacturing equipment, 3M partners with motor vehicle agencies and manufacturers around the world.

Vehicle markings: Government regulations call for conspicuity tape on certain types of large vehicles and trailers in the United States to increase visibility and help prevent traffic collisions, injuries and deaths.

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