Mike Simmons
Indigenous Peoples’ Day Should Replace Columbus Day In Chicago, Coalition Of Politicians Argue
Legislation that would officially recognize Indigenous Peoples' Day as a holiday in Chicago was introduced in 2019, but it has stalled in City Council.
Foster And Peterson Avenues To Be Repaved Starting This Week As Far North Construction Season Heats Up
Foster will be resurfaced between Ashland Avenue and DuSable Lake Shore Drive. Peterson Avenue will be repaved from east of Lincoln Avenue to Ridge Avenue.
Illinois Schools Can No Longer Ban Cornrows, Locs And Braids — Thanks To A West Side Mom Who Fought Hair Discrimination
"This is a huge step toward improving a mental health outcomes for our children," said Ida Nelson, who spoke out against her son's school when he wasn't allowed to wear braids.
‘It’s All Good’ Episode 7: The Mom Who Fought For Black Hair
When a West Side preschooler was banned by his school from wearing his hair in braids, Ida Nelson took a stand.
Banning Black Hairstyles Soon Won’t Be Allowed In Illinois Schools Thanks To West Side Mom’s Fight
The Jett Hawkins Law is named for the 4-year-old boy whose West Side school banned him from wearing braids. It'll soon head to the governor's desk to sign.
Michael Simmons Sworn In As Newest State Senator, Beating Out Cassidy For Far North Side Seat
Simmons, deputy director of the My Brother’s Keeper Alliance, fills the seat left vacant by the resignation of state Sen. Heather Steans.
Café Marie-Jeanne In Humboldt Park Closing For Good: ‘We Hung In As Long As We Could’
The all-day European-style café is the latest independent restaurant to close amid the coronavirus pandemic.
