Monthly Archives: March, 2021

Silly season alive and well – Political candidates that might want to consider a different line of work (Illinois) - Every election cycle we see an increase in communications related to local government candidate malfeasance. We appreciate that there are more and more people taking steps to expose those asking for their votes.

“Many people live in Lansing but don’t participate in community events. I want to reach those that are not engaged,” said Micaela Smith, candidate for Trustee. Smith wants to see equitable representation because some things are a bit divided. She wants to see more multicultural engagement in business and in the community.

Carlene Matthews Champion For Students (Harvey, IL) - Carlene Matthews is a US Army Veteran, holds multiple degrees, and has in-depth experience as an educator, former HEA secretary, and community advocate.

Our investigation found major universities were using race as a predictor of student success and, in the process, steering Black kids away from the sciences.

United in Peace Inc. provides a roadmap for the company to “make things right” with the Black Community .

Steph propels Golden State past the Bulls (San Francisco, CA) - After losing to San Antonio on Saturday, Bulls analyst Will Perdue said that their game tonight versus the Warriors is a "must-win". Chicago will face the Suns, Jazz and the Nets in their next three games so he just might be right.

Compliance issues in Village of Robbins (Robbins, IL) - In documentation obtained by The Southland Journal, the Village of Robbins has over $1.6 million in unaccounted funds in 2019.

Homer Glen Mayor once again makes false claims (Homer Glen, IL) - The Mayor claims Balich did not notify anyone except his friends of the Caucus. The law Clearly States the Township Board is responsible to post the notice of the time and place for the Caucus.

Spurs spoil Vučević's debut, beat the Bulls (San Antonio, TX) - The new-look Bulls will make their debut tonight against the San Antonio Spurs.

Three Illinois GOP Gubernatorial Candidates Discuss Their Candidacy (McHenry County, IL) - We attended a dinner in McHenry County March 26, 2021, where three candidates for Governor of Illinois discussed their candidacy.