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Chicago Loop Alliance Foundation annual gala and stroll enlivens State Street

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Wednesday, November 8, 2023

CHICAGO, Nov. 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Chicago Loop Alliance is pleased to announce the Let the Good Times Stroll Annual Gala gathered over 350 key Loop stakeholders and civic luminaries along State Street for a lively, New Orleans style second line parade along State Street from Couch Place alley to the Palmer House, a Hilton hotel.

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  • CHICAGO, Nov. 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Chicago Loop Alliance is pleased to announce the Let the Good Times Stroll Annual Gala gathered over 350 key Loop stakeholders and civic luminaries along State Street for a lively, New Orleans style second line parade along State Street from Couch Place alley to the Palmer House, a Hilton hotel.
  • Event attendees assembled in Couch Place alley for a brief cocktail reception before stepping off along State Street sidewalks led by Chicago brass band, Windy City Ramblers.
  • “Bringing the Big Easy to the City of Broad Shoulders only further enhanced the Loop’s unique nature of iconic architecture surrounded by unknown surprises around every corner,” said Michael Edwards, President and CEO of Chicago Loop Alliance.
  • “Let the Good Times Stroll brought joy to not only our gala attendees, but to the many Chicagoans and visitors along State Street who cheered and took photos of us along the way.

COOPER KUPP AND LOS ANGELES RAMS JOIN FORCES WITH RENOWNED CHEFS TO RAISE FUNDS FOR THE LOS ANGELES REGIONAL FOOD BANK AND COMBATING FOOD INSECURITY

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023

This funding will help the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank distribute hundreds of thousands of nutritious meals across LA County, substantially impacting the ongoing battle against hunger.

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  • This funding will help the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank distribute hundreds of thousands of nutritious meals across LA County, substantially impacting the ongoing battle against hunger.
  • Held at the renowned SoFi Stadium, home to Super Bowl LVI and the Los Angeles Rams, this year's event garnered significant support from steadfast Food Bank allies, including Don Lee Farms and Bank of America.
  • Kupp has supported local efforts to combat food insecurity alongside the Food Bank and numerous Rams players, cheerleaders, and front office staff.
  • Please credit the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank.

Sinclair Broadcast Group Names Logan Argo Vice President and General Manager of KVII in Amarillo, Texas and Simulcast KVIH

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Wednesday, March 1, 2023

Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) today announced Logan Argo has been named VP/General Manager of KVII (ABC & CW) in Amarillo, TX and simulcast station KVIH in Clovis, NM.

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  • Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) today announced Logan Argo has been named VP/General Manager of KVII (ABC & CW) in Amarillo, TX and simulcast station KVIH in Clovis, NM.
  • Argo was most recently Director of Sales at the station, a position he has held since 2018.
  • In making the announcement, Rob Weisbord, Chief Operating Officer and President of Broadcast, said, “Logan has a successful track record of building dynamic sales marketing teams and generating revenue for the station.
  • We look forward to continued growth under his leadership as VP/GM.”
    Prior to KVII, Argo served as Digital Sales Manager at KTXS, Sinclair’s station in Abilene/Sweetwater.

Federal Alliance for Safe Homes Names Matthew Cappucci 2023 National Weatherperson of the Year

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Friday, February 3, 2023

TALLAHASSEE, Fla., Feb. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the Federal Alliance for Safe Homes, Inc. (FLASH) named MyRadar, Capital Weather Gang, and FOX5 DC meteorologist Matthew Cappucci as the 2023 National Weatherperson of the Year.

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  • Nonprofit recognizes esteemed meteorologist for year-round contributions to education, disaster safety, and resilience
    TALLAHASSEE, Fla., Feb. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the Federal Alliance for Safe Homes , Inc. (FLASH) named MyRadar, Capital Weather Gang, and FOX5 DC meteorologist Matthew Cappucci as the 2023 National Weatherperson of the Year .
  • Matthew is a meteorologist and storm chaser for MyRadar, an on-air meteorologist at FOX5DC, and publishes daily articles in The Washington Post.
  • Congratulations to Matthew and all of our outstanding 2023 National Weatherperson of the Year finalists who serve the public with excellence every day, especially during hurricane season."
  • Matthew Cappucci communicates all of his weather knowledge in a very clear and understandable way, contributing to citizens' safety and resilience.

ABC 7 EYEWITNESS NEWS ALONG WITH THE LEAGUES OF WOMEN VOTERS OF ILLINOIS/CHICAGO AND UNIVISION CHICAGO PRESENT COMMERCIAL FREE, 90-MINUTE DEBATE

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Wednesday, January 18, 2023

CHICAGO, Jan. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ --

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  • ABC 7's Political Reporter Craig Wall and Univision Anchor Enrique Rodriguez will also question the candidates.
  • The debate will also be available on-demand at www.abc7chicago.com and the ABC 7 Chicago News app.
  • ABC 7 Chicago is partnering with the Leagues of Women Voters of Chicago/Illinois and Univision Chicago in an effort to give voters a close-up look at the issues and concerns facing Chicagoans and the next mayor.
  • **Media will not have access to debate studio prior and during the debate.

Clearday’s 2022 Year to Date Update

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Monday, November 21, 2022

Despite these challenges, Cleardays communities increased their revenues by approximately 2.2% and reduced their operating loss by more than 29%.

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  • Despite these challenges, Cleardays communities increased their revenues by approximately 2.2% and reduced their operating loss by more than 29%.
  • The residential care sector challenges include the Great Resignation which accelerated the caregiver and nursing staff shortage since COVID.
  • ABC7 (Chicago) reported projections that the nursing shortage could reach over 1 million by year end 2022.
  • These forward-looking statements should not be relied upon as representing Cleardays views as of any date subsequent to the date hereof.

AIDS Walk Los Angeles Returns In-Person on October 16 in West Hollywood

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Thursday, September 8, 2022

LOS ANGELES, Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- APLA Health announced that the 38th annual AIDS Walk Los Angeles will be held in the City of West Hollywood, on Sunday, October 16. Individuals and Teams can register now at no cost and fundraise on a newly launched website (https://aidswalkla.org).

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  • LOS ANGELES, Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- APLA Health announced that the 38th annual AIDS Walk Los Angeles will be held in the City of West Hollywood, on Sunday, October 16.
  • APLA Health announced the 38th annual AIDS Walk Los Angeles will be held on Sunday, October 16 in West Hollywood.
  • 647 N San Vicente Blvd, West Hollywood, CA
    This year's AIDS Walk Los Angeles is supported by more than thirty generous sponsors.
  • About AIDS Walk Los Angeles: Since 1985, AIDS Walk Los Angeles has drawn hundreds of thousands of supporters to walk, and millions more to donate, raising more than $92 million to combat HIV and AIDS.

LéaLA Inspires Book Lovers, Children and Cultural Explorers

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Monday, August 15, 2022

LOS ANGELES, Aug. 15, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LaLA, Spanish-Language Book Fair and Literary Festival 2022 presents four days of cultural exploration with engaging activities including talks, panels, plenary sessions, childrens workshops, poetry corner, book signings, book sales and more.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Aug. 15, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LaLA, Spanish-Language Book Fair and Literary Festival 2022 presents four days of cultural exploration with engaging activities including talks, panels, plenary sessions, childrens workshops, poetry corner, book signings, book sales and more.
  • Visitors will experience over 80 different authors and guest speakers up close in a family-friendly, outdoor event, for all ages.
  • The Four Agreements has sold more than 10 million copies and has been translated into 46 languages.
  • Since LaLAs first editions, designed as book fairs, readers of all ages have explored or reaffirmed their interest in what is said, thought, and created in Spanish.

Grammy Award-Nominated R&B Singer Jeremih will serve as the Grand Marshal for the 93rd Annual Bud Billiken Parade

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Tuesday, July 26, 2022

CHICAGO, July 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Chicago Defender Charities ® Inc. is thrilled to present the 93rd Annual Bud Billiken® Parade! This legendary back to school event will take place Saturday, August 13 in Chicago's Washington Park, featuring Chicago's finest marching bands, dance groups, drill teams, celebrities. Chicago's very own hometown hero, internationally recognized, award-winning, Grammy-nominated R&B singer and producer, Jeremih, who will serve as the Grand Marshal for this year's parade and festival.

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  • CHICAGO, July 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Chicago Defender Charities Inc. is thrilled to present the 93rd Annual Bud Billiken Parade!
  • Chicago's very own hometown hero, internationally recognized, award-winning, Grammy-nominated R&B singer and producer, Jeremih, who will serve as the Grand Marshal for this year's parade and festival.
  • This year's theme is the Power of Bud Billiken 365, highlighting and celebrating organizational, year-round programming for youths.
  • The Chicago native will donate hundreds of book bags and school supplies at the Bud Billiken.

Recognizing a Fearless Leader Who Paved the Way to Humanizing Healthcare for Hospitalized Children and Their Families

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Saturday, June 11, 2022

Michele positioned EKF at the forefront of state-of-the-art programming in pediatric health care.

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  • Michele positioned EKF at the forefront of state-of-the-art programming in pediatric health care.
  • "From an early age, I've always known that I was sharing my mother with other children," stated Wesley Hall, son of Michele Hall Duncan.
  • Her cancer diagnosis gave her an intimate window into the value of the work to which she dedicated her life.
  • They envision a world where every child experiences joy, hope, resilience, and emotional healing along their medical journey.