Spike Lee's controversial "Chi-Raq" movie that's a satirical look at Chicago violence will be released Dec. 4 in some theaters, Lee confirmed on Instagram.
The movie, which is set on the South Side and based on the ancient Greek comedy "Lysistrata," is about women withholding sex to get their men to stop committing violence. Lee drew backlash from Mayor Rahm Emanuel and some aldermen when he announced the title of the movie earlier this year.
Lee shot the movie, which is produced by Amazon Studios, from June 1-July 9. Amazon Studios has partnered with Roadside Attractions and Lionsgate for the theatrical release, according to Deadline, which was the first to report the news of the release date. It's unclear when the film will be available on Amazon's Prime Instant Video service.
Friday, October 30, 2015
Tribune: Spike Lee's 'Chi-Raq' gets Dec. 4 release date
CBS Chicago: Mayor Rahm Emanuel Planning To Run For Third Term
Those who don't like the mayor may have a problem with him even thinking about a third term, but let's remember he still won a second term.
EDIT 11:49 AM There's a growing fued between the Mayor and Governor. Even though they represent different parties during last year's campaign it came out they were buddies of sorts. Of course when it comes to politics things change. It appears in the press they're trading barbs according to the CapFax.
Wednesday, October 28, 2015
Buy-N-Save Supermarket: What would YOU like to see here?
Last week I walked along 103rd Street and these two images are examples of some of the shots I had taken. Not sure how long this store at 209 E 103rd St has been closed, but it was a surprise when I found out it had been and in a boarded up state. The next is what would you like to see here? Is it possible to attract another grocer here?
Thursday, October 22, 2015
CPS enrollment: Drops, rises and consequences
Via @ChiTribGraphics |
A page you should look at via Chicago Tribune. That in addition to the graphic above:
Chicago Public Schools released 10th-day enrollment statistics and projected changes to school budgets and special education staffing as a result of the changes in enrollment. This is the first year CPS is using this student-based budgeting policy where enrollment is more important than ever. Changes to funding and positions will be finalized based on enrollment as of the 20th day of the school year.For two of our local schools:
And of course search for more 10th day enrollment information here.
What is going on at Shedd School
See the ivy growing over the windows at the closed Shedd School. Vegetation growing over the windows to the kindergarten classroom and across the way over the windows to the auditorium. At least the rest of the property appears to be well maintained as the grass is cut.
Tuesday, October 20, 2015
Trouble for Dorothy Brown?
It was reported last week that federal authorities executed a search warrant and it involved the Circuit Court
ClerkThe FBI has seized the cellphone of Cook County Circuit Clerk Dorothy Brown as part of an ongoing investigation into a 2011 land deal involving a longtime campaign contributor that netted Brown and her husband tens of thousands of dollars.And now here is some fall out:
Agents showed up at Brown's home last week armed with a search warrant for her phone, said attorney Edward Genson, who is representing Brown in the criminal investigation. Genson said he had "no idea" why the FBI wanted the phone.
"They are very close-mouthed about their investigations," he said.
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Sources told the Tribune that federal authorities have joined an investigation initially launched by the Cook County state's attorney's office into the sale of a North Lawndale building owned by Narendra Patel, a longtime campaign donor to Brown and a west suburban businessman.
Patel, who is now deceased, gave the 2,275-square-foot, triangle-shaped property on South Pulaski Road to Brown's husband, Benton Cook III, at no cost in June 2011, records show. Within months, Cook put the property in the couple's name. Later, they transferred it to the Sankofa Group, a for-profit company Brown had set up years earlier.
The couple then sold the run-down building for $100,000 to developer Musa Tadros, county documents show.
The Executive Committee of the Cook County Democratic Party will meet Wednesday to consider reversing its decision to slate Clerk of the Circuit Courts Dorothy Brown.
If the Executive Committee decides to no longer support Brown, it will need a full vote from all of the 80 members of the Central Committee, according to Manuel Galvan, a spokesperson for the Cook County Democratic Party.
Brown, who has held office for 15 years, is now facing a federal investigation, although she says the multiple published reports about it are just rumors. Cook County Democratic Party Chairman Joe Berrios told reporters Friday that Brown was questioned before the slating about whether she faced an investigation, and she told them no.
Rich Miller of the Capitol Fax further opines: "That last sentence right there is enough to revoke the slating."
She's up for re-election next year will there be trouble for her with the county Democrats and amongst primary voters?
Wednesday, October 7, 2015
Capitol Fax: Four of the ten worst cities for African-Americans are in Illinois
Linking to a post yesterday discussing a study at the Huffington Post, Rich Miller makes sure to note that our neighbors in Dairyland or more specifically Milwaukee, Wisconsin are #1 on this list. Otherwise we see Kankakee, Chicago area, Peoria, and Rockford were in the top 10.
Tuesday, October 6, 2015
CPS enrollment: Drops, rises and consequences
Via @ChiTribGraphics |
Chicago Public Schools released 10th-day enrollment statistics and projected changes to school budgets and special education staffing as a result of the changes in enrollment. This is the first year CPS is using this student-based budgeting policy where enrollment is more important than ever. Changes to funding and positions will be finalized based on enrollment as of the 20th day of the school year.For two of our local schools:
And of course search for more 10th day enrollment information here.
The city council Black caucus wants McCarthy to go
Photo by Rich Hein/Sun-Times |
A press release was e-mailed to us yesterday regarding this. It surprised me although, I realize many aren't happy with our police superintendent. I never thought this would turn into a full rebellion as columnist Mark Brown states:
The demand for the firing of Police Supt. Garry McCarthy by the City Council’s Black Caucus shapes up as the biggest aldermanic rebellion faced by Mayor Rahm Emanuel in his four and a half years on the job.And now the playing field, what are the possibilities? Do we even know?
“It’s bold,” agreed Caucus Chairman Ald. Roderick Sawyer (6th) of the surprise call to oust McCarthy, although Sawyer disputed my characterization of it constituting a “rebellion.”
I don’t know what else to call such an in-your-face move announced less than 24 hours before the police superintendent, long viewed as an Emanuel favorite, is scheduled to appear before the City Council for his annual budget hearing.
Monday, October 5, 2015
Harlan Community Education Advisory Committee. #harlanfalcons
Photo credit Levois J. |
development, and I'm hoping the surround community would be willing to be involved with Harlan Community Academy High School:
- Hello Everyone,
As you may be aware, Harlan High School has a new prinicipal. She has asked for community support to lead the school to good standing status.
I have spoken with many of you about the importance of the schools in our community. The challenge facing Harlan requires a concerted effort and our support to reach the level of performance that is evident in a school, parents and community working together.
You are being invited to be a member of the Community Education Advisory Committee. Communities invited to attend represent Chesterfield, Roseland Heights, Rosemoor, Vernon Park and West Chesterfield.
The meeting will be held on Wednesday, October 14, 2015 at 4:30pm at the West Chesterfield Community Center, 9351 S. Michigan.
If you are Community Association President receiving this email and you have an association member who is serving as the education liaison for your organization, please feel free to extend this invitation to them also. If you have any questions, please feel free to give me a call at 312-972-8239.
I look forward to our meeting. Thank you in advance for your anticipated participation and cooperation.
Sincerely,
Sharon Banks-Pincham
Now I wonder whatever came of Principal Reginald Evans. Where is he today?
Friday, October 2, 2015
John T. Pirie School’s Annual Wellness Fair
This event is via the GCA e-mail blasts
- John T. Pirie School’s Annual Wellness Fair
This Saturday, October 3rd
10 am to 2 pm
John T. Pirie Fine Arts & Academic Center
650 E. 85th Street, Chicago, IL
For more info, call 773.535.3435
Many services will be offered but are not limited to the following:
· Blood Pressure Screenings
· Back to School Immunizations
· Glucose Checks
· Financial Literacy
· Health & Beauty
· Fire Safety
· Educational Resources
Sponsors include but are not limited to:
Advocate Healthcare
Ronald McDonald Mobile Unit
Chicago Fire Department
Mary Kay
City Colleges of Chicago
Ronald McDonald
Metro Family
YMCA
Chicago Fire Department
Care Van - Chicago Public Health
Chiro
NHS- Neighborhood Housing Services
Seaway Bank
CCC - Chicago Community Collage
Chicago Public Library
Art Creations by Ms. Anton
Saria “Baby Cakes”
Zuba
Trans American Financial
Mary Kay
Safelink
CAPS Fierce Cheerleaders
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