Chicago Women Take Action (CWTA) Mayoral Forum Surveys Candidates on Issues
Eight candidates, including incumbant Mayor Lori Lightfoot, participated in the CWTA forum on January 14, 2023 at the Chicago Temple, to explain their positions on Safeguarding the Right to Vote, Equal Rights, Affordable Health Care, Quality Education, Environmental Justice, Economic Justice, Immigration Reform, Criminal Justice Reform, Ending Gun Violence, and Protecting Public Institutions. Absent from the forum was candidate Kam Buckner. Photo by Parthenia Luke.
Fourth Ward Alderman Sophia King stressed her commitment to improving the educational system. Photo by Parthenia Luke
Alderman Sawyer expounded on legislation he passed benefiting the sixth ward and all of Chicago. Photo by Parthenia Luke
Paul Vallas reminded voters of his education and public finance background and experience. Photo by Parthenia Luke.
Commissioner Brandon Johnson revealed a personal experience with gunshots coming into his widows at home. Photo by Parthenia Luke.
Congressman Jesus Chuy Garcia said he is in full support of the consent decree and calls for its implementation. Photo by Parthenia Luke.
Dr. Willie Wilson stated his intention to improve economic opportunities with trade schools to combat crime. Photo by Parthenia Luke
Alexi Giannoulias Is New Secretary of State
Newly elected Secretary of State Alexander (Alexi) Giannoulias honored outgoing Secretary of State Jesse White for his many years of service. Mr. Giannoulias previously served as the 72nd Illinois Treasurer from 2007 to 2011. He said his top priority is to restore the public's trust in government and its elected leaders. Photo by Naimah Latif
Susana Mendoza Continues As Controller
Susana Mendoza is the 10th Comptroller of Illinois, serving since December 2016. A member of the Democratic Party, she formerly served as Chicago City Clerk. She reminded voters that since her election as Comptroller, she has always made sure those doing business with the state were paid on time. Photo by Naimah Latif
Shoppers at Five Store Locations Line Up Early For Free Coupons
Hundreds stood in line in the cold in anticipation of this special holiday gift from Dr. Willie Wilson. In addition to Montrose Food Mart and Deli at 6601 West Irving Park, Dr. Wilson also distributed $25 coupons at four other Chicago Grocery stores: Pete's Produce, 1543 E. 87th Street, Pete's Produce, 1411 W. 87th Street, Cermak Little Village, 3311 W. 26th Street, and Shop and Save Market, 6312 N. Nagle Avenue. This food give away program was done through the Dr. Willie Wilson Foundation, a non profit organization headquartered on Chicago's south side. Here, Dr. Wilson and store owners of Montrose Food Mart and Deli hand out $25 gift coupons tor groceries to shoppers. Dr. Wilson stated that he has been doing charitable activities such as food giveaways and financial assistance to the needy since 1980, in Chicago, across America and even overseas, though his actions were not made public until he became a candidate for public office. He is currently one of nine candidates who are running against current Chicago Mayor Lorie Lightfoot in the upcoming February 2023 election. Photo by Naimah Latif.
First Lady Jill Biden Praises Chicago Apprenticeships
Observes Robotics Demonstration at Rolling Meadows High School
"Not everyone needs a four-year degree. It's about jobs." Dr Jill Biden
Kate Foley Finds A Pathway to A Career
Rolling Meadows sophomore student Kate Foley discusses with Dr. Biden her work with metal printers and other machines as part of the school's Career Pathways Program. She said that her teachers greatly influenced her interest in Engineering and stated that her ultimate goal is to pursue a career in biomedical engineering, particularly after witnessing her mother's struggles with breast cancer. Photo by John L. Alexander
Dr. Michele Smith Ties Students to Workforce
Dr. Michele Smith, Vice President of Workforce Solutions, Harper College, added remarks during the roundtable discussion about the Career Pathways Program with Dr Jill Biden, U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo, U.S. Secretary of Labor Marty Walsh, U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona and Dr, Laz Lopez, Associate Superintendent for Teaching and Learning, District 214. Photo by John L Alexander
School STEM Program Teaches Robotics Skills
Dr. Jill Biden visited the Engineering Lab at Rolling Meadows High School, and is joined by Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle and students Ethan, Kaitlin and Dave, along with Secretary Miguel Carona, Secretary Marty Walsh, Secretary Gina Raimondo, Dr. Laz Lopez and a Rolling Meadows Engineering teacher. In the center is a robot created by Rolling Meadows engineering students. Photo by John L. Alexander.
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