Chicago Weekend Citizen 1-1-2020

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(From left) Shakira Luster, Trechelle Williams, Imani Hill, and chess coach Eric Luster displayed their chess championship trophies they won at the 2019 state chess tournament.

Photo credit: By Wendell Hutson

A LOOK BACK AT CHICAGO AND THE ROLLERCOASTER YEAR OF 2019

As a new year begins this week, Chicago’s past was forever changed in 2019 by its politics, entertainment, education, and hometown businesses.

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Mayor Lori Lightfoot was all smiles at her May 2019 historic inauguration as Chicago’s First Black, female mayor. Photo by Jerome Simmons

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NEWS briefly EDUCATION

DATA FROM FIRST BOOK IDENTIFIES THE MOST IMPORTANT SCHOOL SUPPLY FOR KIDS IN NEED: SUPPORT FOR TOXIC STRESS OF POVERTY The most common barriers to learning faced by kids in need have nothing to do with what goes on at school, according to survey results released by First Book and ImpactED at the University of Pennsylvania. The majority of those surveyed – 3,000 educators exclusively serving low-income communities – reported that a lack of family engagement, inadequate access to behavioral health support, and the impact of trauma are the most significant obstacles preventing kids from learning.

“Educators are on the front lines of a crisis in our public schools that has its roots in poverty,” said Kyle Zimmer, president, CEO, and co-founder of First Book. He added, “we have to equip educators—and schools as a whole— to address the full spectrum of health and social needs that are showing up in their classrooms, or we will lose a generation of kids.”

The study also revealed hope. Educators surveyed reported that they felt they could address the most common barriers to learning with the right resources, citing professional development as equally as important, if not more, than funding in some cases.

HEALTH

FDA APPROVES NEW TREATMENT OPTION FOR PATIENTS WITH HER2-POSITIVE BREAST CANCER The U.S. Food and Drug Administration recently granted accelerated approval to Enhertu for the treatment of adults with HER2-positive breast cancer. HER2-positive breast cancer is a type of breast cancer that tests positive for a protein called human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 (HER2), which promotes the growth of cancer cells.

Approximately one of every five breast cancers have a gene mutation in the cancer cells that makes an excess of the HER2 protein. HER2-positive breast cancers are an aggressive type of breast cancer. Enhertu’s approval was based on the results of a clinical trial enrolling 184 female patients with HER2-positive, unresectable and/ or metastatic breast cancer who had received two or more prior anti-HER2 therapies in the metastatic setting.

LAW & POLITICS

DURBIN, SENATORS CALL ON MNUCHIN TO STRENGTHEN IRS CRIMINAL DIVISION U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL), along with Senators Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI), Elizabeth Warren (D-MA), Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), and Bernie Sanders (I-VT), recently sent a letter to the Department of the Treasury urging the Administration to strengthen the Internal Revenue Service’s (IRS) enforcement efforts, including focusing on tax code violations and financial crimes. The Senators, in a letter to Secretary Steven Mnuchin, expressed serious concern over the IRS Criminal Investigation (CI) Division’s Annual Report for Fiscal Year (FY) 2019, which revealed a drastic drop in the volume of tax fraud identified in FY2019 compared to previous years. The Senators urged the Department to commit to prioritizing enforcement efforts to identify and combat tax fraud, tax evasion, and money laundering.

According to its own report, the IRS CI Division only identified $1.8 billion in tax fraud during FY2019, an 81 percent decline compared to the $9.7 billion in tax fraud identified in FY2018. The report also indicated the IRS CI Division initiated 2,485 cases in FY2019, a 53 percent drop from the 5,314 cases initiated in FY2013.

A Look Back At Chicago and the Rollercoaster Year of 2019 Continued from page 1

BY WENDELL HUTSON Contributing Writer

As a new year begins this week, Chicago’s past was forever changed in 2019 by its politics, entertainment, education, and hometown businesses.

Politics Chicago voters elected Lori Lightfoot as its first black, female mayor, who is also openly gay. The attorney and former president of the Chicago Police Board has an 11-year-old daughter, is married to Amy Eshleman, a former librarian, and since her historic inauguration in May, she has shown zero tolerance for unethical behavior from city employees.

She repeatedly called on Ald. Edward Burke (14th) to resign after being charged with bribery by the U.S. Attorney’s Office; and she fired former Police Superintendent Eddie Johnson for allegedly lying to her about an October incident when he was found sleep inside his car by fellow officers.

The mayor also said during her first seven months in office she accomplished a lot of goals and looks forward to reaching her goals this year.

“Over these last seven months, we [administration] used a progressive blueprint to chart a new, transformative course for Chicago, resulting in our historic Fair Workweek legislation; efforts to end our dependence on harmful fines and fees; improve equity in our schools; expand access to libraries for every community; legislation to boost the minimum wage to $15 by 2021, and much more,” said Lightfoot.

Black Pastors The world said goodbye to Chicago-native the Rev. Clay Evans, who at age 94, died in November. In 2000, the civil rights activist, who worked alongside Dr. Martin L. King Jr. and who mentored the Rev. Jesse L. Jackson, retired as pastor of the Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church in Fuller Park. As

a vivid gospel singer, Evans released his last gospel album, titled “It’s Me Again” in 2006.

After being born in Brownsville, Tennessee in 1925, Evans moved to Chicago in 1945 and one year later he married Lutha Mae Hollingshed. The couple had six children during their 74-year union and his wife and five remaining children survived him.

Chicago lost another popular South Side pastor in November as well.

The Rev. George Clements died at an Indiana hospital following a stroke he suffered in October. Clements became the Archdiocese of Chicago’s first black graduate of Archbishop Quigley Preparatory Seminary in 1945. In 1957, he was ordained as a priest and in 1969 he became the first black pastor at Holy Angels Church in Bronzeville.

He also founded the One ChurchOne Child program in 1980, an effort to encourage Catholic churches to help find adoptive parents for black children. In 1980, Clements became the first Catholic priest to adopt a child and later adopted three more sons. Actor Louis Gossett Jr. played Clements in a 1987 made-for-TV movie “The Father Clements Story.”

Entertainment Actor Jussie Smollett, who played “Jamal” in the hit Fox TV show “Empire” had his career interrupted after being charged by the Cook County State’s Attorney Office with staging a hate crime against himself for publicity.

And even though 16 felony charges were later dropped against him, the city of Chicago sued Smollett to recoup more than $130,000 it racked up in police overtime to investigate the case.

But Smollett’s problems are pale compared to Chicago-native and Grammy award singer Robert Kelly also known as R. Kelly.

The 52-year-old R&B singer was first arrested in February on state sexual abuse charges and then later arrested again in July (after bailing out of jail) by the FBI for federal sex charges. He is currently being held without

bond in a federal facility in Chicago until his April state trial begins followed by a May federal trial. His arrests stem from a January 2019 documentary by the Lifetime channel that led to several women going to law enforcement where they alleged that Kelly violated them sexually. Through his Chicago-based attorney Steven Greenberg, Kelly has denied all allegations and has pleaded not guilty in state and federal courts.

Business After printing a newspaper since its 1905 founding, the Chicago Defender ceased print operations and switched to an online newspaper only in July.

In a statement, company officials said the Defender has been around for 114 years and therefore is not going anywhere.”We’re really excited to pave the way to the future in really making sure there is a spot in the future for the black press. Under the print version, we could not reach people where they live and work,” Hiram Jackson, CEO of Real Times Media, the Detroit-based parent company. “Being a digital-only outlet will help us reach people who live on the West Side or South Side or south suburbs, giving people what they need when they want it.”

Education It’s rare that elementary schools in Chicago have a chess team but in Auburn Gresham at St. Ethelreda School, three students (Shakira Luster, Trechelle Williams and Imani Hill) placed in the top 10 at the annual state chess tournament and by doing so it made the South Side school, whose students are mostly black, the 2019 state chess champions.

“People need to know about us and our 260 students we currently have enrolled here. Chess is the most participated after school activity at St. Ethelreda and I think it’s because students see the success other students are having with it,” said Denise Spells, principal at St. Ethelreda. “But we’re more than chess here. We are all about educating children and preparing them for life.”

Getting Around Illinois provides latest winter road conditions IDOT site provides continually updated info during snow-and-ice season Now that winter is upon us, the Illinois Department of Transportation reminds travelers to visit and bookmark GettingAroundIllinois.com for continually updated information on road conditions.

“GettingAroundIllinois.com site is a great resource for getting you the latest information to keep you and your family safe in your travels,” said Acting Illinois Transportation Secretary Omer Osman.

“At this time of year, the weather can quickly change with little warning. Conditions at Point A can be much different than your destination at Point B. GettingAroundIllinois.com is an easy way to keep updated on winter road conditions throughout the state.”

Available on your computer and optimized for smartphones, the site includes the ability to identify and zoom in to a location, travel route or

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destination on a state map.

Road conditions are recorded by plow drivers out in the field and relayed to GettingAroundIllinois.com through a cloud-based system to provide a general overview on IDOT-maintained highways.

The road conditions map averages more than 2 million visitors during snow-andice season, featuring a color scheme of pinks and blues to differentiate from the red,

yellow and green of traffic congestion reporting as well as to increase accessibility for those who have difficulty distinguishing colors.

“The safest thing is to not be driving during winter weather, but if travel is a must visit GettingAroundIllinois.combefore you go,” Osman said.

“Planning ahead and using safe winter driving habits can help you get it together during winter weather.”

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NEWS

Unemployment Rate Falls to New Historical Low in November The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) recently announced that the unemployment rate fell -0.1 percentage point to 3.8 percent, a new historical low, while nonfarm payrolls lost -17,200 jobs in November, based on preliminary data provided by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and released

by IDES. The October monthly change in payrolls was revised from the preliminary report from +1,900 to +8,300 jobs.

The state’s unemployment rate is +0.3 percentage points higher than the national unemployment rate reported for November 2019, which was 3.5 percent and down -0.1 percentage point from the previous month. The Illinois unemployment rate was down

-0.5 percentage points from a year ago when it was 4.3 percent.

Illinois payroll employment has shown variability since the beginning of the year, as have national payrolls.

Average payroll employment in Illinois during the September to November three-month period, which provides a more stable measure of payroll employment change, was about unchanged, down -100 jobs, compared to the August to October three-month period. The largest average gains were found in Government (+1,800), Educational and Health Services (+1,700), and Leisure and Hospitality (+1,200).

“With unemployment at a record low, this administration remains committed to strengthening Illinois’

economy and implementing policies that lift up working families,” said Deputy Governor Dan Hynes.

“Governor Pritzker has taken historic actions this year to build a foundation for long-term job growth.

From a new bipartisan capital bill to pension reform and a raise in the minimum wage, this administration is working towards its goal of fostering an environment for businesses and working people to thrive in.”

“During his first year in office, Governor Pritzker made addressing the needs of the state’s workforce and business community a top priority” said Erin Guthrie, acting director of the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity. “Thanks to the passage of a new capital plan

and landmark legislation like an increased minimum wage, Illinois is back on the path to economic stability.”

Compared to a year ago, nonfarm payroll employment increased by +40,600 jobs with the largest gains in: Leisure and Hospitality (+18,100), Educational and Health Services (+14,700), and Government (+11,400). The industry sectors with the largest over-the-year declines were: Construction (-4,000), Professional and Business Services (-2,300) and Information (-1,400). Illinois nonfarm payrolls were up +0.7 percent over-the-year as compared to the nation’s +1.5 percent over-theyear gain in November.

The number of unemployed

workers decreased from the prior month, -2.0 percent to 246,000, a new record low, and was down -10.8 percent over the same month for the prior year. The labor force was down -0.1 percent over-the-month but up +0.4 percent over-the-year. The unemployment rate identifies those individuals who are out of work and seeking employment.

An individual who exhausts or is ineligible for benefits is still reflected in the unemployment rate if they actively seek work. IDES maintains the state’s largest job search engine, IllinoisJoblink.com (IJL), to help connect jobseekers to employers who are hiring, which recently showed 61,090 posted resumes with 94,206 jobs available.

Are Republican Senators in Fear of ‘Don Corleone’ Trump? “Yes!” Says Schumer

BY STACY M. BROWN NNPA Newswire Senior Correspondent @StacyBrownMedia

On Thursday, December 19, NNPA Newswire interviewed Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY). The discussion covered a wide range of topics, focusing primarily on the impeachment of the president. The Senator also shared some insight on his conversations with Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.), and House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.).

Republicans have steadfastly sided with President Donald Trump on impeachment and most other issues, perhaps out of fear that they might wind up sleeping – politically – with the fishes.

At least that’s how Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer views the otherwise hard-toexplain loyalty Republicans have displayed toward the president.

When asked whether he believed the GOP has a “Don Corleone-like” fear of the president, Schumer quickly answered in the affirmative.

“I have never seen anything like this,” Schumer told NNPA Newswire one day after the House voted to impeach the president, and moments after the Democrat met with Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell to discuss the upcoming impeachment trial in the Senate.

“What motivates these Republicans to just circle the wagons? And, whatever this president says, who is known for having a low moral character, who is known for not telling the truth, why do they rally around him? When I talk to a good number of them privately, they know how bad this guy is. But, there’s one reason they rally around him: Fear.” When asked, “What, is he the Godfather… Corleone here?” the Senator chucked and replied, “Politically speaking, he probably is.”

On Wednesday, December 18, the House voted along party lines to impeach Trump, making him just the third president in U.S. history to face impeachment. Richard Nixon resigned during the impeachment process.

Senate Minority Leader, U.S. Senator Chuck Schumer

Since the historic impeachment vote, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has said she would withhold sending the case to the Senate until Democrats and Republicans can reach a consensus on how a Senate trial would take place.

Based on the Constitution, if the Senate votes to convict Trump, he would be removed from office.

McConnell and other Republicans have said there’s no chance they’d convict the president and GOP leaders have threatened to lock Democrats and the public out of any Senate trial.

“Impeachment of the president is a very solemn and serious moment for our country,” Schumer stated. “When you have a president who overreaches, the founding fathers put a few tools or checks on him, but the biggest and most important most serious and solemn check is impeachment. And, if the president goes off the rails, the Founding Fathers said the Congress has the ability to remove him,” he noted.

The House voted in favor of two articles of impeachment against Trump, obstruction of Congress and abuse of power.

Schumer said the Founding Fathers listed their top fear as being a president who overreaches his authority and getting a foreign government to interfere in the U.S. election. “That’s what this is all about,” Schumer stated.

“So, conducting an impeachment trial in the Senate is a weighty and solemn responsibility and we Democrats in the Senate believe that the trial must be fair and it’s important to let the American people judge it to be fair,” he added.

A fair trial is when the Senate hears all the evidence and can decide the case impartially, and the only way to accomplish that is with witnesses and documents, Schumer stated.

“We will treat every witness with respect and no off-topic questions. We also need documents, and we requested them. Thus far, Mitch McConnell is resisting that, and you have to ask yourself the question, ‘Why don’t they want the truth to come out?’ Do they fear it? Why don’t they want to have a trial in the normal sense where there’s evidence on both sides and, instead, want what seems to be a cover up? So, we feel strongly that this is all about our democracy and protecting it.”

Schumer said the black community especially understands the value of a fair trial. “The African American community knows when you don’t have fairness, and you don’t have democracy, people with little power get the short end of the stick,” he stated. Statistics show that most Americans side with the Democrats on impeachment, Schumer noted.

An ABC News poll revealed that 71 percent of Americans expect a fair Senate trial and believe that Trump should allow his top aides to testify. Approximately 64 percent of Republicans agreed, as well as 72 percent of independents, and 79 percent of Democrats.

“Right now, our Republican colleagues are sort of twisting themselves in knots, trying to avoid this, but they don’t have any good arguments,” Schumer stated.

Schumer also applauded Rep. Elissa Slotkin (D-Mich.), and six others in Congress who voted in favor of impeachment despite the potential political risks of their decision.

“I have such respect for the seven members of Congress, all of whom served in the military or the CIA. They said what motivated them to serve the country is motivating them to go forward even if they lose the election because

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if we don’t do it, and here’s the problem this president is more overreached than anyone else and if there’s no fair trial and he can withhold documents and witnesses, that renders impeachment impotent. This president will do even worse things, and the next president will do even worse things, so it’s really our democracy that motivates us.”

In his meeting on Thursday, December 19, with McConnell, Schumer said he told the Leader that witnesses and documents are necessary. “He said, ‘I don’t want to give them.’

I said, ‘well, I hope you and your 52 Republican colleagues will think about this over the holidays,’” Schumer stated.

When asked if there is anything Democrats, who are the minority in the Senate, could do to ensure that the trial would not be a rubberstamp proclaiming Trump’s innocence, Schumer said he’s hoping some Republicans will change their minds and allow testimony from witnesses and to include documents.

“When in the minority, you don’t have many tools. But, the one tool you have in the impeachment trial is the force of vote. All we need is four (GOP) votes because all 47 (Democrats) will be ours [and] to get to that magic number 51. And, if we get 51, we’ll get the witnesses, so I hope your readers, if they agree with us, will talk to their Senators, especially Republican senators,” Schumer stated.

The Minority Leader then praised the African American community for its awareness about the importance of impeachment.

“Thank god the African American community has become very mobilized in New York and around the country because they know of the dangers Donald Trump presents to the African American community in so many different ways,” Schumer stated.

“Reaching out [to their respective Senators] would be important,” he noted. “I urge them to do it if they believe in the future of America.

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. said, ‘The arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends in the direction of justice.’ All we’re seeking here is justice,” said Schumer.

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BUSINESS

Gig Economy Targeted to Grow Beyond $440 Billion by 2023 The Gig Economy had made quite a splash in recent years and according to recent reviews, it will continue to grow for the next several years… at least.

Since the term “gig economy” became popularized in 2008-2009, task-based labor has evolved and has become a significant factor in the overall economy.

The concept of creating an income from short-term tasks has been around for a long time but the rise of the Gig Economy has created an ever growing demand for these workers and the supply is also rising accordingly. The size of the Gig economy workers segment in 2017, represented 31% of all US workers in 2017 — a total of 48 million workers — according to recently released research by Staffing Industry Analysts, an industry insider.

That’s up from 29% in SIA’s previous report based on 2015 data which increased according to a Harvard Business Review in 2018, which said that: “… it was equal to approximately 150 million workers in North America and Western Europe (who) have left the relatively stable confines of organizational life to work as independent contractors…” and the need for workers has continued to rise since then.

Active companies in the markets recently include: YayYo, Inc. (NASDAQ:YAYO), LMP Automotive Holdings (NASDAQ:LMPX), Lyft, Inc. (NASDAQ: LYFT), Uber Technologies Inc (NYSE: UBER), Groupon, Inc. (NASDAQ: GRPN).

A recent report projected that the Gig Economy

was targeted to grow to $443 billion by 2023 from 204B in 2018. This 123% increase in 5yr had investors paying attention for emerging companies in the space.

Another report from Statista had an even higher projection saying that: “In 2023, the projected gross volume of the gig economy is expected to reach $455.2 billion U.S. dollars.”

Helping push the economy along is the growing demand and supply on the driving-service side of the business. Two of the biggest players are Uber (NASDAQ: UBER) and Lyft (NASDAQ: LYFT) and they both need drivers to continue to scale their ride share businesses.

Yayyo, through its subsidiary, RideShare Rentals, supplies vehicles to these drivers on a daily basis.

Drivers renting vehicles through YayYo have the ability to work for multiple platforms which allows drivers to maximize their time, take more fares which equals more money per day.

Also according to Statista.com, “the ridesharing market has seen significant growth in recent years. A survey of almost 11,000 people in the U.S. indicated that 36 percent of people used ride sharing services in 2018, an increase from 15 percent in 2015. The largest two companies in the U.S. ridesharing market are Uber and Lyft, which reported net revenue in 2018 of $11.3 Billion U.S. dollars and $2.6 Billion U.S. dollars respectively.”

Online Holiday Shopping is Strong, But Many Still Shop Brick-and-Mortar, New BIGresearch Report Discovers SRAX, Inc., a digital marketing and consumer data management technology company, recently released a new study of over 116,000 Americans revealing this year’s holiday spending behaviors and trends.

In a BIGtoken study conducted during the two weeks prior to Thanksgiving 2019, 40% of respondents planned to shop online for the holidays, 28% planned to shop in store, and 32% planned to shop both online and in store.

Where do men and women shop during the holidays? Despite the hype about digital merchants, it’s not all online, though men typically shop Amazon more than women (56% versus 44%, respectively).

Also, men were twice as likely to say they were going Black Friday shopping than not—while only about half of women take advantage of Black Friday sales.

The study was conducted on users of BIGtoken, the first consumer-managed data marketplace where people can own and earn from their data.

BIGtoken also provides a platform for conducting primary research across a fast-growing, 100% opt-in audience exceeding 16 million consumers.

“Holiday purchasing patterns are complex, and retailers, both online and bricks-and-mortar, will benefit from understanding the nuances of the key demographic groups,” said Kristoffer Nelson, COO of SRAX and cofounder of BIGtoken. “We are happy to freely share the latest BIGresearch results. Topical surveys such as this demonstrate the power of our platform to quickly and accurately gather insights from specific audiences.”

SRAX’s 2019 Holiday Spending Report contains detailed information based on shopping surveys, with results broken out by gender, age, household income, and ethnicity.

There are special breakouts for Black Friday and Cyber Monday.

The full 2019 Holiday Spending Report can be downloaded at https:// go.bigtokenresearch.com/holidayspending-report-1219/

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as they shop online. Honey has continued to grow and evolve, expanding its suite of products and services to include a mobile shopping assistant, offers and rewards program, and price-tracking tools and alerts.

With approximately 17 million monthly active users, Honey has helped millions of people find more than $1 billion in savings in the past year. Honey currently works across approximately 30,000 online retailers ranging from fashion and technology, to travel and pizza delivery.

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ENTERTAINMENT Mayor Lightfoot Appoints New Members to the Cultural Advisory Council of the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events

Tubi, via its free, advertiser-supported service, allows entertainment fans to stream thousands of movies and TV shows without using credit cards.

A Streaming Solution for Subscription Fatigue Family Features Entertainment seekers have an almost overwhelming number of options available today when it comes to viewing television shows and movies. The rise in alternative entertainment options, such as streaming video services, has only increased the amount of choices.

With cable and satellite television costs continuing to rise, plus the monthly subscription fees charged by many of those streaming services, joining more entertainment platforms can add up over time. However, an option like Tubi, which allows entertainment fans to stream thousands of movies and TV shows without the hassle of credit cards, can help alleviate

that “subscription fatigue” via its free, advertiser-supported service.

“I admit it – I found someone new,” said singer, actress and dancer Carmen Electra of “Baywatch” fame, who is featured in new commercials alongside “Sex and the City” star Chris Noth as they look to find the cure for subscription fatigue during what appear to be typical therapy sessions. “At first, I felt guilty for leaving my first streaming love, but not anymore. Tubi has thousands of movies and TV shows and, to be honest, those monthly fees were starting to get old.”

The service features more than 15,000 premium movies and TV shows – more

than double the content library of other popular streaming providers – including everything from Hollywood blockbusters like Electra’s “Scary Movie” to smaller independent and foreign films, all of which are available right at your fingertips on nearly every type of device, including Android and iOS mobile devices, video game consoles, plug-and-play streaming devices and more. Fans of specialty content can even find selections in categories such as anime, martial arts, classic TV, cult films and more.

Visit Tubi.TV to learn more where you can start streaming for free.

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BRIEFLY

Miami Super Bowl Host Committee Announces Five New Official Partners Five industry leaders – retail banker Truist, sustainable technology company Footprint, healthy preparedmeals delivery service Deliver Lean, safety mobile application Safer Watch and medical transportation provider American Medical Response – have all joined the roster of teams partnering with the Miami Super Bowl Host Committee (MSBHC) for activations and official

presences as the city hosts its 11th Super Bowl, a record. Super Bowl LIV, which takes place February 2, 2020, will also mark the culmination of the NFL’s centennial season.

The new partners join existing partners including Perry Ellis and Brightline. Perry

Ellis International joined the ranks as the official uniform provider for the Miami Super Bowl Host Committee.

The custom uniforms provided are made of recycled materials and will be worn

by MSBHC staff as well as over 10,000 volunteers serving as ambassadors throughout South Florida. Brightline has provided their Virgin MiamiCentral train station to

serve as the official headquarters for the Host Committee’s volunteer program.

These headquarters will be a rallying point for the program, allowing volunteers to coordinate their efforts throughout the community during the week of the game.

To become a sponsor for the Miami Super Bowl Host Committee and be a part of Super Bowl LIV please reach out to info@miasbliv.com.

Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot recently introduced the new members of the local arts community to the Cultural Advisory Council of the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE), including Council Chair Amina J. Dickerson and Vice Chair Alison Cuddy.

The Mayor will submit these appointments for City Council approval this month.

“A robust Chicago arts community inspires us, engages us, questions the status quo, and has the power to bring our diverse city together in conversation around the critical challenges of our day,” said Mayor Lightfoot. “I am grateful to the outgoing members of the Council and excited to bring these new voices to the table, who will work with us to ensure that Chicago remains a vibrant and innovative cultural hub – and that all Chicagoans have equitable access to the arts.”

The entirely new slate of Cultural Advisory Council members will advocate for a vital Chicago arts community and help advance the Mayor’s arts and culture priorities, which include making Chicago livable and affordable for artists and creative professionals, expanding public arts programming to help drive the economic life of our neighborhoods, collaborating with communities and creative industries to engage our artists and expand quality jobs, and expanding equitable access to high-quality arts education for all young people in Chicago.

The proposed appointees are a diverse group of Chicagoans from across the city representing a broad cross-section of arts genres. They include practicing artists, representatives from major cultural organizations, neighborhood and community organizations, and the community at large.

“Mayor Lightfoot has appointed an incredible group of Chicagoans to serve on the reinvigorated Cultural Advisory Council and I am looking forward to working closely with all of them to strengthen the cultural landscape,” said DCASE Commissioner Mark Kelly.

Pending approval, the new Cultural Advisory Council will be comprised of the following individuals: l Paola Aguirre Serrano, Founding Principal, Borderless Studio l Alison Cuddy, Artistic Director, Chicago Humanities Festival l Sandra Delgado, Theatre Artist, Writer, Actor and Producer l Amina J. Dickerson, President, Dickerson Global Advisors l Juan Díes, Co-Founder & Executive Director, Sones de México Ensemble l Bob Faust, Owner, Faust and Special Projects Director, Nick Cave Studio l Robert Gomez, Owner, Subterranean/ Beat Kitchen/Underbar

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l Esther Grisham Grimm, Executive Director, 3Arts l Tracie D. Hall, Director, Culture Program, Joyce Foundation l Akilah S. Halley, Executive Director, Marwen l Tempestt Hazel, Arts Program Officer, Field Foundation of Illinois l Kevin Iega Jeff, Creative Director, Deeply Rooted Productions l Ginger Lane, Arts & Culture Project Director, Access Living l Josephine Lee, President & Artistic Director, Chicago Children’s Choir l Tonika Lewis Johnson, Artist, Folded Map Project l Bill Michel, Associate Vice President and Executive Director of UChicago Arts and the Reva and David Logan Center for the Arts, University of Chicago l Heather A. Miller, Executive Director, American Indian Center l Cesáreo J. Moreno, Chief Curator & Visual Arts Director, National Museum of Mexican Art l Margaret C. Murphy-Webb, Executive Director & Co-Founder, South Side Jazz Coalition l Coya Paz, Artistic Director, Free Street Theater l Claire C. Rice, Executive Director, Arts Alliance Illinois l Silvia Rivera, Managing Director, Vocalo l Myrna Salazar, Co-Founder & Executive Director, Chicago Latino Theater Alliance l David Schmitz, Executive Director, Steppenwolf Theatre Company l Jennifer A. Scott, Director & Chief Curator, Jane Addams Hull-House Museum, University of Illinois at Chicago l Paul J. Sznewajs, Executive Director, Ingenuity l Vivian Teng, Managing Director, Cinema/Chicago and the Chicago International Film Festival l Omar Torres-Kortright, Executive Director, Segundo Ruiz Belvis Cultural Center l Tanner Woodford, Founder & Executive Director, Design Museum of Chicago l One additional member to be named later The Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events enriches Chicago’s artistic vitality and cultural vibrancy. According to a news release, this includes fostering the development of Chicago’s non-profit arts sector, independent working artists and for-profit arts businesses; providing a framework to guide the city’s future cultural and economic growth, via the 2012 Chicago Cultural Plan; marketing the city’s cultural assets to a worldwide audience; and presenting high-quality, free and affordable cultural programs for residents and visitors.

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Help For The Self-Employed NAPSI — Whether you run a part-time business, do freelance work, or own your own business, you’re in good company. About 16 million adults in America work for themselves, and nearly half that number are baby boomers.

Even though self-employment comes in many forms, with a wide range of specific needs, some of the challenges are universal—including taxes. If you’re new to the self-employment journey, you’ll need to be prepared for some financial adjustments.

Avoiding Surprises at Tax Time Older adults who have spent most of their careers benefiting from the services of a human resources department are often caught off guard by the tax requirements for self-employment.

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COMMENTARY

A Modest Proposal for Improving Senate Impeachment Trials

BY THOMAS L. KNAPP

US Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC) makes no bones about his position on the likely upcoming impeachment trial of US president Donald Trump. “I am trying to give a pretty clear signal I have made up my mind,” he tells CNN International’s Becky Anderson. “I’m not trying to pretend to be a fair juror here.”

Well, okay, then. Graham has publicly disqualified himself as, and should be excused from serving as, a juror.

Republican politicians, including Graham, have spilled quite a bit of verbiage whining — ineffectually and incorrectly — about a lack of “due process” in the House segment

of the impeachment drama.

Their errors on those claims are simple: Impeachment isn’t a criminal prosecution, nor is a House impeachment inquiry a trial.

There won’t be any “nature and cause of the accusation” for Trump to be “informed of ” until the House passes articles of impeachment.

If impeachment was a criminal matter, he would be constitutionally entitled “to be confronted with the witnesses against him; to have compulsory process for obtaining witnesses in his favor, and to have the Assistance of Counsel for his defence” at trial. And in fact he will be treated as entitled to those things, even in the Senate’s non-criminal equivalent.

But Graham and friends want to

talk about due process, so let’s talk about due process.

In addition to those aforementioned items, the Sixth Amendment also mandates “an impartial jury.”

If you’re accused of armed robbery, your brother won’t be allowed to serve on the jury at your trial.

Neither will the bank teller who was ordered to stuff money in a sack at gunpoint, or the police officer who arrested you, or anyone else who’s known to likely be prejudiced either way.

Is there any particular reason why the due process requirements Graham hails as paramount wouldn’t mandate a similar standard for impeachment trials in the US Senate? I can’t think of one.

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cases, the Chief Justice of the United States (in the current controversy, John Roberts) presides as judge.

Once the House passes articles of impeachment, Roberts should order his clerks to drop everything else and get to work examining the public statements of all 100 members of the US Senate. His first order of business at the trial should be to excuse any and all Senators who have publicly announced their prejudices on Trump’s guilt or innocence from “jury duty.”

Yes, Democrats too. That should come as a relief to several Democratic presidential aspirants who would probably rather spend their time on the 2020 campaign trail than as impeachment jurors.

The Constitution only requires

the votes of 2/3 of US Senators PRESENT at the trial to convict, so excusing those members who have announced their prejudice and partiality wouldn’t prevent a valid verdict.

Would “impeachment voir dire” render future impeachments more “fair” and less “partisan?” Probably not. But it would at least spare us some theatrics from the likes of Lindsey Graham by making pretrial silence a condition of participation.

Thomas L. Knapp (Twitter: @ thomaslknapp) is director and senior news analyst at the William Lloyd Garrison Center for Libertarian Advocacy Journalism (thegarrisoncenter.org). He lives and works in north central Florida.

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FASHION

NIOREBELLA Aims to Empower Women Through Wearable Confidence The team at NIOREBELLA is on a mission to empower women in the best way they know how: wearable confidence. The startup online department store with a twist offers a broad selection of signature luxury hair extensions, trendy women’s apparel for petite to plus sizes, designer brands, beauty and hair products, fragrances, accessories and shoes to satisfy a variety of tastes - with a percentage of all sales going to projects and investments that better communities.

NIOREBELLA is an inclusive, online store for women’s diverse head-to-toe shopping needs.

It sells the NIOREBELLA brand of luxury hair extensions, wigs, hair products, lashes, women’s clothing, shoes, handbags, fragrances, accessories, and more with two percent of profits going to community investments. Yet the founder is quick to point out that this is not just about shopping - NIOREBELLA is a movement.

Sally Beauty Launches ‘SBH Going Green’ Program Sally Beauty Holdings, Inc. recently announced the launch of ‘SBH Going Green,’ a companywide effort intended to reduce the brand’s environmental impact by reducing waste and energy usage throughout its stores, supply chain and headquarters.

In an effort to be a good corporate citizen, by reducing waste and conserving energy, Sally Beauty Holdings aims to enhance the sustainability of the planet and the communities in which it operates.

“Sally Beauty is committed to a top-down transformation. Making our operations more sustainable helps our communities and our business,” said Aaron Alt, president of Sally Beauty Supply. “Our customer base wants to see a more environmentally-friendly Sally, and we’re proud of the plan we’ve developed to get us there.”

This year, Sally Beauty, CosmoProf and corporate-owned Armstrong McCall stores will discontinue the use of plastic bags, instead offering their customers a choice between paper bags and reuseble bags made from recycled materials, in each case available for a small fee. According to a news release, this effort alone will eliminate more than 104 million plastic bags from landfills per year.

In addition, Sally Beauty Holdings is committed to removing all instances of styrofoam from its operations, leading to an initial reduction of 300,000 pieces from landfills in the first year.

Finally, corporate headquarters has launched a cardboard recycling program in an effort to recycle five to seven tons of cardboard per year. Together, these changes will contribute to an estimated $2-$3 million in annual savings.

The Sally Beauty banner also continues to make progress with cleaner product development and sourcing. All finished owned-brand products are already ‘cruelty-free,’ and more than half are vegan, including Ion Renewing Shampoo and Ion Color Solutions Conditioner. Sally Beauty Holdings plans to have at least 80 percent of its owned-brand products become vegan by the end of fiscal year 2021.

Finally, earlier in 2019, the brand also launched an energy management pilot program in 64 stores that resulted in a 34 percent reduction in energy per store. Based on the success of the program, the brand will be implementing the energy conservation plan in additional stores over the next three years, targeting locations with the highest energy usage.

“We want our customers to feel like part of the brand. They are NIOREBELLA. We listen to what they want from the product line because it is their product line too. And we listen to what community projects they would like us to invest in because their giving priorities are ours,” said Porcha Akins.

“NIOREBELLA supports women in becoming the best versions of themselves, instead of trying to be what society tells them to be. We help them to express themselves

by offering products that assist them in identifying and adopting their own unique fashion styles and beauty routines,” she added.

“Since we started, our assortment of wares has expanded to include more and more everyday essentials with a luxurious feel at reasonable prices - because that is what the women in the NIORBELLA movement told us they want.”

For more information about the company or to shop its products, go to https:// shopniorebella.com.

Start the New Year off right, reach your weight loss goals with these expert tips Family Features - Losing weight is a highly personal journey as a wide range of factors can affect a person’s ability to do so. There’s no one approach to weight loss; rather, the best approach is the one that fits your life and body best.

Get motivated to reach your weight loss goals with these expert tips.

Set realistic goals. Most experts agree you shouldn’t lose more than 1-2 pounds per week. More rapid loss may shock your system, and chances are you’re depriving your body of important nutrients. More aggressive loss is also less likely to be permanent or sustainable; long-term results generally come with steady loss over a period of time.

Eat well. Regardless what eating plan you choose, recognize the importance of nutrition in your weight loss program.

Weight loss occurs when you burn more calories than you consume, so build your menu around nutrient-rich foods that fill you up. Strive for a well-balanced diet that encompasses all the food groups and, if necessary, discuss your goals with a doctor or nutritionist who can help you identify the best foods to enjoy and those to avoid.

Consider a supplement. If managing cravings or your appetite hinders your weight loss, a supplement may be a good solution. For example, RiduZone is a patented supplement that gives your body more of a substance it already creates called Oleoylethanolamide (OEA).

In essence, OEA tells your brain you are full and it’s time to stop eating. Developed and endorsed by Dr. Jay Yepuri, a boardcertified gastroenterologist, the supplement is a non-stimulant that may help you feel full faster to reduce caloric intake and boost metabolism to burn stored fat.

Get active. Creating a calorie deficit is necessary to lose weight, and increasing your physical activity helps ensure you’re burning calories. However, getting active isn’t just about playing the numbers game. Physical activity also promotes overall wellness with numerous physical and mental health benefits, including improving circulation and stimulating feelgood endorphins.

Stay committed. It’s easy to fall off your weight loss plan when unexpected

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circumstances arise. Give yourself a little grace and permission for occasional misses so you stay motivated to get back to your program. That may mean waiting for a cold to pass and doing less strenuous workouts at home or making extra healthy choices at mealtime in advance of an indulgent event.

To help make keeping your commitments easier, consider an option like RiduZone to boost your body’s natural appetite-curbing power.

What is OEA? Oleoylethanolamide (OEA) is a metabolite of oleic acid, a naturally produced substance that interacts with appetite-controlling receptors in the small intestine to signal the brain you are full. It also helps boost metabolism. However, as a result of food choices and excess body fat, naturally produced OEA may require supplementation to achieve the desired effect on appetite or body fat.

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only weight management supplement that contains OEA as an ingredient. Its production has been reviewed and is accepted as safe by the Food and Drug Administration.

Less fat A clinical study published in the “Journal of Lipid Research” shows higher blood levels of OEA, which is derived from oleic acid-rich olive oil, correlate to lower amounts of body fat. This means weight loss results may be more visible.

Fewer calories A prominent research study published in the journal “Food & Function” shows higher circulating levels of OEA can result in a significant reduction in calorie intake.

Over time, OEA users become satisfied with smaller, healthier-sized portions.

Find more information to help jumpstart your weight management program at RiduZone.com .

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NEWS Americans For The Arts Welcomes New And Re-Elected Advisory Council Members Americans for the Arts recently announced new and re-elected advisory council members for each of their four networks: Arts Education, Emerging Leaders, Private Sector, and Public Art Network. These individuals will advise Americans for the Arts’ staff on developing programs and services that will build a deeper connection

to the field and the network membership.

Incoming advisory council members serve a two-year term, from January 1, 2020 to December 31, 2021. Six members were re-elected. Potential council members were nominated in September and voted on by members of Americans for the Arts through November 15, 2019.

“Americans for the Arts strives to cultivate the next generation of arts leaders in

America, and I am pleased to welcome 23 new and re-elected members to our advisory councils,” said Robert L. Lynch, president and CEO of Americans for the Arts.

“These leaders are willing to dedicate their time and expertise to work with peers across the country to shape national programs and messages and help craft services for states,

communities, and local organizations. I applaud them for their valued contribution and commitment that will undoubtedly improve the state of arts in America.”

Americans for the Arts is the leading nonprofit organization for advancing the arts and arts education in America. With offices in Washington, D.C. and New

York City, it has a record of more than 55 years of service.

According to a news release, Americans for the Arts is dedicated to representing and serving local communities and creating opportunities for every American to participate in and appreciate all forms of the arts. Additional information is available at www.

AmericansForTheArts.org.

Top 10 Travel Destinations to Start the New Decade Family Features - For many, traveling offers an opportunity to disconnect from daily routines and experience new places and cultures.

With the beginning of a new decade, it is the perfect time to start deciding your next travel adventures.

When booking your future destinations, consider these spots and tips recommended by travel expert and Bank of America ambassador, Lee Abbamonte, the youngest American to visit every country plus the North and South Poles.

Australia From its deserts to tropical beaches, Australia is a beautiful country to explore. While many people might be familiar with the Sydney Opera House and the unique wildlife, there are many hidden gems in Australia. Australia comes to life when you visit the alleys, laneways and arcades. The vibrant city has so much to offer: cafes, a unique street culture and street art, said Abbamonte.

New Zealand If you are going to New Zealand for the first time, Abbamonte recommends boogie boarding down the sand dunes, hiking up a volcano and visiting the Moeraki Boulders. However, if you are really interested in getting the blood pumping, take a leap from Nevis Bungy near Queenstown. It is among the highest bungy jumping experiences in the world, measuring 440 feet.

Mexico In 2020, there will be many festivals to explore. The city is a cultural hub with music, theater, dance and food events throughout the year. While experiencing the festivities, it is also an opportune time to take a step back and enjoy Chapultepec Park.

Brazil One of Abbamonte’s favorite waterfalls is

From Australia to Mexico to Arizona, no matter where you plan to travel, it’s helpful to have a financial strategy in place to maximize rewards and help offset future travel costs.

Iguazu Falls located on the border of Brazil and Argentina. While Iguazu Falls might be well known, the falls themselves are truly unique.

The waterfall system consists of 275 falls that stretch over approximately 1.68 miles. The Devil’s Throat is the tallest fall with a drop of more than 262 feet.

While traveling internationally can be fun and exhilarating, there are also places throughout the United States that offer memorable activities: Scottsdale, Arizona If you enjoy being outdoors, Scottsdale is an ideal place to visit. There are many trails to explore in Camelback Mountain, Papago Park and Hole in the Rock. After hiking, follow Abbamonte’s example and golf at The Short Course at Mountain Shadows. “Scottsdale has some of the most beautiful sunsets in the States, and from The Short Course at Mountain Shadows, I get to enjoy the view while practicing my swing,” Abbamonte added.

Boston, Massachusetts Boston is one of the oldest cities in the country. Founded in 1630, Boston is filled with history, museums and universities. If you are interested in a more unique attraction, check out the Warren Anatomical Museum, which is

one of the last of its kind in the United States.

Portland, Oregon What makes Portland unique are the bizarre and wonderful things you can do when you visit. For example, you can try bone marrow ice cream, stop by Mill Ends Park (the world’s smallest park) or attach your wish to The Wishing Tree.

Tampa, Florida Tampa might be known for its spring break party scene, but it has so much more to offer.

For example, the city’s zoos and aquariums provide opportunities to interact directly with animals. Then you can take a break at Clearwater Beach, which is known for its soft, white sand and calm waters.

Santa Barbara, California There are wine tours, zoos, beaches, museums and restaurants. While taking in the city, also make time to visit the hidden gems such as Knapp’s Castle ruins.

Financial Tips to Help Boost Your 2020 Travel When booking a trip, almost half (44%) of Americans don’t use a rewards credit card that earns points or cash back, according to a Bank

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of America survey. No matter where you plan to travel, it is helpful to have a financial strategy in place to maximize rewards and help offset future travel costs.

Use a credit card that allows you to earn and redeem points for travel such as the Bank of America® Premium Rewards Visa® credit card, which earns 2 points for every dollar spent on travel and dining purchases and 1.5 points for every dollar spent on all other purchases.

Layer your rewards programs together to maximize points with each purchase. For example, when booking a flight and hotel package, include your frequent flier number (layer No. 1) and hotel loyalty program details (layer No. 2). Pay with a rewards credit card (layer No. 3) that’s eligible for bonus points with a banking rewards program (layer No. 4).

A banking rewards program like Bank of America® Preferred Rewards lets you earn even more. Members receive a credit card rewards bonus of 25-75% on every purchase. For example, members in the Platinum Honors tier, the highest tier of the program, earn unlimited 3.5 points per dollar on travel and dining purchases with the Premium Rewards Visa® card and unlimited 2.62 points on all other purchases.

Find more solutions to make your travel goals attainable at bankofamerica.com/Premium.

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CALENDAR Robert Colescott, Shirley Temple Black and Bill Robinson White, 1980, Acrylic on Canvas, 84 x 72 inches. © 2019 Estate of Robert Colescott / Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York.

Robert Colescott, Shirley Temple Black, Bill Robinson White, 1980, acrylic on canvas, Portland Art Museum, Portland, Oregon. Collection of Arlene and Harold Schnitzer, © 1980 Robert Colescott,

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Robert Colescott, Sleeping Beauty?, 2002, Acrylic on Canvas, 85 1/4 x 145 1/8 inches. © 2019 Estate of Robert Colescott / Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York. Courtesy of the Estate and Blum & Poe, Los Angeles/New York/Tokyo.

Photo Credit: Joshua White

DCASE 2020 Exhibition Schedule Includes Work of African American Painter Robert Colescott and Cuban Printmaker Belkis Ayón All exhibitions at the Chicago Cultural Center, 78 E. Washington Street, are presented by the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE).

Gallery and building hours are Monday–Friday, 10am–7pm, and Saturday–Sunday, 10am–5pm; closed holidays. Admission is FREE. Ongoing and upcoming exhibitions can be found below. For additional information about exhibitions, visit chicagoculturalcenter.org, and follow them on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @ChiCulturCenter.

Chicago Architecture Biennial Through January 5, 2020 Throughout the Chicago Cultural Center and across Chicago, see exhibitions, performances, films and talks and explore how architecture shapes our communities, cities and environment. As the largest exhibition of contemporary art, architecture and design in North America, the third edition of the Biennial features over 80 contributors from more than 20 countries. More than 40 sites and 100 organizations across Chicago are partnering with the Biennial, serving as host venues and producing independent exhibitions and programs throughout the neighborhoods. For information, visit chicagoarchitecturebiennial.org.

Luis A. Sahagun: Both Eagle and Serpent February 1–April 26, 2020 Michigan Avenue Galleries, 1st Floor East Known for his intricate and fantastical paintings and sculptures built from silicone, lumber, drywall, concrete and hardware, Luis Sahagun creates symbols that represent working-class immigrants in the United States. In Both Eagle and Serpent, this solo

exhibition artfully confronts the vile national rhetoric aimed at immigrants, migrants and the other, as an act of cultural reclamation to spotlight Latinx narratives of resilience and selfdetermination. Curated by Teresa Silva.

In Flux: Chicago Artists and Immigration February 15–May 10, 2020 Exhibit Hall, 4th Floor North First presented by 6018 North in spring 2019, under the title ‘Living Architecture,’ ‘In Flux is a large-scale, multidisciplinary exhibition that highlights the influence and impact of immigrant artists on Chicago. The exhibition responds to the current political climate to highlight how Chicago was built with immigrant labor, particularly in the arts, and is continuously shaped today by exemplary immigrant artists. With over 20 contemporary artists, In Flux: Chicago Artists and Immigration illustrates a living and evolving legacy between past and present work by Chicago immigrants in art and design.

NKAME: A Retrospective of Cuban Printmaker Belkis Ayón (1967-1999) February 29–May 24, 2020 Sidney Yates Gallery, 4th Floor North The first U.S. retrospective of the work of Belkis Ayón, the late Cuban visual artist and printmaker who mined the founding myth of the Afro-Cuban fraternal society of Abukua to create an independent and powerful visual iconography. The exhibition’s 47 prints encompass a wide range of the artist’s graphic production including her signature calligraphy technique, a printing process combining materials of various textures and absorbencies.

Curated by Cristina Vives and organized by the Belkis Ayón Estate, Havana,

Cuba, with the Station Museum of Contemporary Art. Exhibition tour management by Landau Traveling Exhibitions, Los Angeles, California.

What Flies but Never Lands?

May 23–August 9, 2020 Michigan Avenue Galleries, 1st Floor East Considering the present-day experience of time, the multi-disciplinary works inspect the idea of time and challenge its dominant Western, capitalist orders.

The group exhibition includes work

by Bethany Collins, Jacabo Zambrano, Hu’ong Ngo, Max Guy, Saranoa Mark, Cathy Hsiao and Amina Ross. Curated

by Minh Nguyen.

Jin Lee: Views & Scenes June 8–August 2, 2020 Chicago Rooms, 2nd Floor North This one-person exhibition by highly respected Chicago photographer Jin Lee features a series of photographs that closely examine landscapes and built environments around Chicago.

The exhibition brings together four bodies of work: Train Views – images made during the artist’s weekly 2-hour Amtrak commute between Chicago and Bloomington/Normal; Great Water – views of Lake Michigan taken from a single location on the South Side of Chicago; Salt Mountains – images of piles and mounds of salt and dirt found on storage sites around the city; and Weeds – a collection of portraits of wild plants that grow in alleys and empty lots in a neighborhood.

Art and Race Matters: The Career of Robert Colescott June 20–September 27, 2021 Sidney Yates Gallery and Exhibit Hall, 4th Floor North As the first comprehensive retrospective www.citizennewspapergroup.com

Nlloro Collograph 1991 215 x 300 cm Collection of the Belkis Ayón Estate

of Robert Colescott (1925-2009), one of America’s most compelling and controversial artists, this exhibition will present 75 total works throughout 53 years of his career that both bring to the surface and challenge racial stereotypes.

Co-curated by Lowery Stokes Sims and Matthew Wesley and organized by Raphaela Platow, the Contemporary Arts Center’s Alice & Harris Weston Director and Chief Curator. Major support for the exhibition tour has been provided by the Henry Luce Foundation, the National Endowment for the Arts, The Sotheby’s Prize, and Richard Rosenthal; the Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts for the research phase of the exhibition and the exhibition itself; and the Harold & Arlene Schnitzer CARE Foundation for its support of the catalogue. The exhibition presentation in Chicago is made possible through support from the Terra Foundation for American Art. Jeremiah Hulsebos-Spoffoard: League of Nations September 5, 2020–January 5, 2021 Chicago Rooms, 2nd Floor North League of Nations is a new body of work examining power structures and copies through architectural installation and sculpture. The show is anchored by a new installation based on Hans Meyer and Hans Wittwer’s unbuilt 1927 proposal drawing submitted for the headquarters of the League of Nations in Geneva, Switzerland.

An Instrument in the Shape of a Woman

September 5, 2020–January 3, 2021 Michigan Avenue Galleries, 1st Floor East Three women – Leslie Baum, Diane Christiansen and Selena Trepp – present individual bodies of work with a shared interest in color and form.

Animations will enliven the exhibition space with new media. Curated by Anne Morse.

Re: Center 2020/ Chicago Parks as Learning Labs for Civic Engagement and Cultural Stewardship October 24, 2020–January 31, 2021 Exhibit Hall, 4th Floor North A grant-funded initiative of the Chicago Park District, Re: Center has sought to build a process that encourages artists, park staff, and citizens to collaboratively develop community-centered arts and cultural programs at their local park. Through the display of images, field notes, cultural asset maps and learning tools collected and created over the past five years, as well as a gathering space that will host dialogues, workshops and game play, the exhibition engages participants in reimagining the cultural resources of their communities for the present/future while also considering how public spaces like parks can be hubs for creative thinking and doing that result in pleasure, leisure, learning, revitalization and social justice.

Programmed in collaboration with the Chicago Park District’s Arts & Culture Unit

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Available at the iOS App Store and Google Play Store, parents can also sign up for an account at www.ourpact.com.

5) Screen Applications for Quality.

Make sure all apps installed on your child’s device pass your approval. It’s good practice to have the App Store blocked using a tool like OurPact. This way, when your child wants to install a new app, you can research it together.

6) Practice What You Preach! Kids are more likely to respond to actions over

words, so make sure that you’re setting a good example. Don’t send emails at the dinner table. Never text and drive.

Make eye contact when you talk. Last but not least: always put relationships -especially with your children -- before devices.

For a joyful holiday season, be sure any gift of a digital device is used safely and responsibly by the recipient.

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