Who's in Leadership??? Mayor Rahm Emanuel had a bad week on his choices to head up city departments. Much is to be said about choosing people from o

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Who's in Leadership???

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BARBARA BYRD BENNETT AND MAYOR EMANUEL

Mayor Rahm Emanuel had a bad week on his choices to head up city departments. Much is to be said about choosing people from out of the city to head departments. Maybe we should have a law that says top jobs only Chicagoans needs apply. Take a look at our "immigrants."

It seems that we have two Chicago's one black and one white. The council hearings sounded like a tale of two cities. Chicago looked like a real democracy as Black Alderman spoke on behalf of the communities where the epidemic of violence is occurring. People are sick of living in fear. Hats off. Rahm Emanuel became Mayor of Chicago in 2011. He appointed Garry McCarthy to the position of Superintendent of the Police Department. Since that time there have been a total of 1,931 homicides in Chicago. To date there have been 399 homicides in Chicago in 2015. The Chicago Police Department currently has a 23.5% Clearance Rate for homicides this year. Is it time for outside help, like the Army, Marines or National Guards. If Chicago was a foreign city, we would send in the troops. And some get mad when Chicago is called Chiraq. Really.

And the next day after council hearings, we learn that Barbara Byrd-Bennett — Mayor Rahm Emanuel’s handpicked choice — becomes CPS’ first chief executive officer to face criminal charges in connection with her job. Federal authorities have been investigating the most controversial of those contracts — a $20.5 million no-bid CPS deal for principal training. U.S. Attorney Zachary Fardon said Byrd-Bennett and others “entered into a scheme to secretly profit from schools" and they have emails to prove it. Some of the emails clearly say where they should make deposits. Obvious questions arise. Who vetted her? Was the trade off closing the 50 schools? No wonder our schools are in disarray as a crook is at the helm. No wonder the pension fund is in trouble. Is the CPS board off the hook? How did she pass the deal through the board? Where is their responsibility? Only in Chicago.

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MCCARTHY AND MAYOR EMANUEL

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Get Your Galaoween On with the Casts of Empire, Chicago CD, Chicgo Fire and Chicago Med

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Alex Pissios

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Joakim Noah

Alex Pissios proprietor of Cinespace Chicago Film Studios is one of the nicest guys ever. He pays tribute to his Uncle Nick as he premiers the GALAWEEN Event, at Cinesapace Chicago Film Studios on October 31st. The Cinecares Foundation pays tribute to his uncle the late Nick Mirkopoulos. The Legacy Award will be presented to Mr. Joakim Noah of the Bulls, for his work in Noah's Arc. Alex has done wonders on the West Side of Chicago with his studio as an entrepreneur. He has brought life to a decaying community with jobs, and small business development on movie sets. Alex is personally concerned with the violence in Chicago and has literally walked the streets hiring guys on the bloc giving them direction, jobs, new life and hope. His money and his mouth match. Alex has brought a new industry to Chicago. This is the place where the infamous Empire is filmed in addition to Chicago Fire, Chicago Fire, Chicago PD, Chicago Med. The party will be a blast. The cast and crew of all the stages will be on hand on the evening of Halloween. Fun, Food, Drink, Red Carpet, Celebs and wear your best costume.

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A Night of Honor . .

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Richard Thomas

 
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Hazel Thomas widow of Richard Thomas presents a tribute to her husband with Morris Gearring performing his ever popular musical tribute, "Something About Oscar" His one man musical showcases the works and life of Oscar Brown, Jr.

The show is Friday, October 9 at the DuSable Museum. The reception is 6, the performance is 7. Merri Dee is the Mistress of Ceremony.

Richard was wonderful as he worked with Rev. Jesse Jackson in the creation of Black Expo and later as a food supplier to Chicago Public Schools. He legacy is rich as he assisted many small businesses and non for profits. Proceeds will benefit education.

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NEW FACES. . .

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WANDA SYKES

Funny woman Wanda Sykes has joined the casts of ABC’s comedy series Black-ish and Showtime’s House of Lies.

On Black-ish, the comedy veteran will recur as Daphne Lido, the ex-wife of Stevens & Lido’s founding partner. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Wanda’s character gained control of half the company in her divorce and plans to be more active when it comes to company business.

On House of Lies, Wanda will play, well, Wanda, “a love interest for Jeremiah who becomes a much-needed confidante for Marty (Don Cheadle) as he looks to ascend from management mogul to global power player”. She will appear in at least three episodes.

Congratulations, Wanda!

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GUESS WHO IS AN AUTHOR. . .

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Quvenzhané Wallis

Quvenzhané Wallis’ yet-to-be-titled picture book follows a spunky young heroine who is very much looking forward to a night out with her mom at an awards show. The duo has a grand time getting dressed up, riding in a limo and walking the red carpet.

A precocious and talented third grader is the protagonist of Wallis’ chapter book series. The books follow Shai Williams, a star in the making, who has a flair for the dramatic … both onstage and off.

Quvenzhané released the following statement about her latest endeavor into literature:

“Reading is very important. It allows people to form a visual experience in their minds of what is going on in the story. I hope all readers enjoy using their imaginations along with me and take a journey into my books.”

Be on the lookout for Quvenzhané’s first book in January 2017.

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Rock n' Roll Hall Of Fame . . .

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CHAKA KAHN

 
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JANET JACKSON

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Janet Jackson, N.W.A., and Chaka Khan are among this year’s nominees to be inducted into the legendary Rock and Roll Hall of Fame for 2016.

The public has until Dec. 9 to cast votes on the final inductees. The top five acts will comprise a “fans’ ballot” that will make an impression along with those of the 800 artists, historians and music industry professionals who make up the Rock Hall voting body.

Click Here To Vote for Your Favorites.

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TASTE THEATER. . .

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A Taste of Theatre Festival exposes, educates and entertains a diverse audience of professional, intermediate and novice playwrights, thespians and staff members.

October 9th and 10th

10$ per nite.

Playwrights compete by showcasing once scene of their play. Just like movie previews or trailers provide the public with insight about the movie they intend to see, A Taste of Theatre does the same thing for live theater allowing playwrights to give you a “Taste” of their play.

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