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The holidays are a time to be with family — that’s why the Women’s Justice Institute holds “Deck the halls, free them all,” a holiday event creating space for joy, healing + connection for formerly incarcerated women + their families. #TeamCStrategies was on site to help spread some holiday cheer! 🎁

Cook County is home to more than 100 languages — last week’s Language Access Summit convened leaders working to expand access for all.

For the second year in a row, Cook County Commissioner Josina Morita brought community, nonprofit and government partners together to collaborate.

November flew by, but #TeamCStrategies didn’t miss a beat! We showed up for big moments across Chicago:

🦃 Thanksgiving giveaway with DoorDash & Harvest Worship Center
🌈 LGBTQ+ media panel w/ Publicity Club of Chicago
🏃♀️ Record-breaking UNO Carrera 5K
📺 On set for major media hits

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Chicago Newsroom 2.0 - CAN TV Chicago Newsroom 2.0 tackles CPS and City Hall turmoil, ICE detentions, HUD policy changes, mental wellness, and the future of the Chicago Sinfonietta.

A sudden shift in Housing and Urban Development (HUD) funding could put thousands of Illinoisans at risk of losing their homes.

Thresholds CEO Mark Ishaug joined Suzet McKinney on CAN TV to explain the impact and how we must respond.

Watch here: cantv.org/programs/202...

The Untold Stories of the Combahee River Raid Episode with Dr. Edda Fields-Black

New episode of #TheBroadCast is out! Hosts Becky Carroll and Eileen Dordek talk with Dr. Edda Fields-Black about “COMBEE,” her Pulitzer-winning book that brings unheard voices to light in the story of the Combahee River Raid. Listen here: open.spotify.com/episode/4kRi...

What Will Lakeview Look Like In 10 Years? New Community Plan Offers A Roadmap Ald. Bennett Lawson’s plan calls for more transit-oriented housing, stronger design standards and redevelopment of four long-vacant sites.

What’s next for Lakeview? A new community plan from Alderman Bennett Lawson outlines a future shaped by housing near transit, preserved historic buildings, greener streets and stronger local businesses. Read more:

Happy Thanksgiving from #TeamCStrategies! Every day, we’re grateful to work alongside the people and organizations uplifting communities across Chicago and making Illinois the best state to live in. We hope you have a great time celebrating today! 🦃

Congrats to President + CEO Becky Carroll on being named to the Crain’s Chicago Business “Who’s Who” list! The list recognizes impactful Chicagoans who are shaping our business, civic and cultural landscape, and we’re proud to see Becky recognized: www.chicagobusiness.com/awards/whos-...

On Transgender Day of Remembrance, we honor the lives of trans people lost to violence and recommit to building a safer, more just world. We all have a duty to tell stories with care, uplift trans voices and push for policies that protect and affirm. Learn more: glaad.org/tdor/

No one wants to be in crisis — but when things happens, #TeamCStrategies is the steady guide you need. President and CEO Becky Carroll is an award-winning crisis communicator who helps clients navigate the toughest moments with clarity and confidence. Learn more: www.cstrategies.com/contact

Family’s lemonade stand becomes Pride Parade tradition supporting Howard Brown Health - Windy City Times Every year during the Chicago Pride Parade, as crowds pour off the Diversey Brown Line stop and head toward Halsted for the parade, two familiar faces are waiting with cups of lemonade and trays of ho...

Every year at the Chicago Pride Parade, the Lerner family sets up a lemonade stand with one goal: raise money for Howard Brown Health. Nearly a decade later, this tradition has raised thousands for LGBTQ+ care across Chicago. Read more from @windycitytimes.com: windycitytimes.com/2025/10/28/f...

The Illinois Economic Development Episode with Christy George

🎙Coming soon on #TheBroadCast! Hosts Becky Carroll and Eileen Dordek sat down with Dr. Edda Fields-Black, Pulitzer Prize–winning author of “COMBEE: Harriet Tubman, the Combahee River Raid, and Black Freedom during the Civil War.” Subscribe: open.spotify.com/show/6iHnTB6...

The Origins of Veterans Day Ahead of Veterans Day the National Archives is honoring those who served our country with a special #ArchivesHashtagParty, #ArchivesSalute! on Friday, November 1, 2024. Visit us on social media to …

On #VeteransDay, we honor the service of individuals who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces and recognize those who continue to shape our communities long after their time in the military. Learn more about the history of the day and how it’s evolved:

We had a great time hosting Communicating LGBTQ+ Stories with Publicity Club of Chicago! Big thanks to Precious Brady-Davis, Dr. Travis Gayles, Jake Wittich & moderator Sean Lewis for a thoughtful convo on authentic, year-round LGBTQ+ representation in media.

House passes bill to automatically seal nonviolent felony records, sends Clean Slate Act to governor's desk A monumental bill to automatically seal records for people convicted of nonviolent felonies is heading to Gov. JB Pritzker's desk.

It’s official: The #CleanSlateAct is headed to the Governor’s desk! Championed by Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth, it will seal records for nonviolent felony convictions, creating real second chances across Illinois. Read more:

"Carrera de los Muertos" in Pilsen sees historic turnout Organizers said this year felt extra meaningful and was a form of community resilience amid heightened immigration tensions in Chicago.

Congratulations to UNO on a hugely successful #CarreraDeLosMuertos 5K this weekend! Nearly 8,000 Chicagoans came together to celebrate Día de los Muertos and support UNO’s work to uplift programming for girls across Chicago. Read more: www.cbsnews.com/chicago/vide...

Happy Halloween from #TeamCStrategies! 🎃 Have a sweet and spooky day!

Congrats to Thresholds CIO Dayo Popoola, named a 2025 Notable Leader in Health Care Tech by Crain's Chicago Business! His work modernizing systems and using tech to improve care is making a real difference. Congrats on this well-deserved honor! 👏

Meet the panelists for our upcoming event with the @Publicity Club of Chicago, Communicating LGBTQ+ Stories! We’re thrilled to be joined by Precious Brady-Davis, Jake Wittich and Dr. Travis Gayles + moderator Sean Lewis. Buy tickets here: www.publicity.org/news-events/...

Welcome Maddie Stengel, our new Senior Director of Editorial Content! Maddie brings years of experience in speechwriting and comms across government and the private sector — most recently as the lead writer for Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton‘s state office. Help us welcome Maddie to the team! ✨

Save the date: Nov. 6! #TeamCStrategies is hosting a convo on covering LGBTQ+ stories in authentic, inclusive ways year-round. Panel includes MWRD Commissioner Precious Brady-Davis, Dr. Travis Gayles, Jake Wittich + moderator Sean Lewis. Learn more + RSVP: www.publicity.org/news-events/...

Come #BehindTheScenes with #TeamCStrategies at the Publicity Club of Chicago Golden Trumpet Awards! 🏆We came together to celebrate a year of meaningful work and were proud to be recognized. Grateful for an evening of connection, celebration and impact.

On Nov. 1, UNO hosts its beloved Carrera de los Muertos 5K in Pilsen — a celebration of culture, community and tradition that supports UNO’s programs empowering girls in Chicago. With 5K+ runners already registered, it’s set to be a big one. 🏵💀 Volunteer or support: www.unochicago.org/la-carrera

The Art + Activism Episode with Tonika Lewis Johnson - Part 1 The Broad Cast · Episode

Congrats to Chicago artist Tonika Lewis Johnson, named one of 22 MacArthur Foundation “genius grant” recipients! She joined #TheBroadCast in 2023 to talk about her Folded Map project, redlining, art as activism and more. Revisit The Art and Activism Episode:

We’re honored to be named to the 2025 PRNEWS Agency Elite Top 120 — recognizing the top PR firms in the country! From the Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park to Golden Apple and crisis comms, we’re proud to lead work that makes an impact.

The Illinois Economic Development Episode with Christy George The Broad Cast · Episode

From the DNC to @IllinoisEDC.bsky.social, Christy George is helping lead Illinois into the future — from quantum to clean energy to advanced manufacturing. Hear her story on the latest episode of #TheBroadCast with Becky Carroll and Eileen Dordek. 🎧

How northern Illinois teachers are bringing indigenous stories into their classrooms for the first time - IPM Newsroom This past school year, for the first time, Illinois schools were required to teach a unit on the experience and history of Native people in the state.

On Indigenous Peoples’ Day, we honor Native communities who have shaped Illinois for generations. A new state law ensures students learn Indigenous history and perspectives in schools across Illinois. Read more:

French quantum company bringing American HQ to Chicago Pasqal joins a growing roster of companies at the quantum park on the South Side.

Big news for the Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park! @Pasqal, a global leader in quantum computing, is the latest tech powerhouse to join the Park, marking its first U.S. location right here in Illinois. Read more from Crain’s:

Happy Birthday to Senior Communications Manager Laura Dacy! Since joining #TeamCStrategies this summer, Laura has quickly become a key part of our team, bringing our clients’ stories to life across earned and digital media. Help us celebrate her today! 🎁

On the next episode of #TheBroadCast, Christy George joins to talk the DNC, public service and building an inclusive economy as President and CEO of @IllinoisEDC.bsky.social. Don’t miss this one — subscribe to get alerts when it drops: open.spotify.com/show/6iHnTB6...