Why this matters School starts in just a few weeks for Chicago Public Schools (August 24 for K–12), and families are beginning to shift from summer routines to the school year. CPS has also reminded families to complete required forms, check school hours, and take advantage of free breakfast and lunch programs. 1. Reset your…
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Matters of the Heart: A Love Letter to Black Women About Slowing Down and Choosing Ourselves
I originally went to urgent care thinking I was just dealing with a virus — something small I could push through, like we so often do. But within a few hours, everything shifted. After being evaluated, I was told to go to the emergency room immediately. In that moment, fear settled in, and I realized…
A Silent Exodus: Over 300,000 Black Women Exit the U.S. Workforce in Months
In the past six months, more than 300,000 Black women have left or been forced out of the U.S. workforce. This is not a coincidence. It reflects deep structural challenges that stretch from federal layoffs to the rollback of DEI programs, to longstanding inequities in employment. Mentorship and networking, often lifelines for Black women navigating…
Navigating the Balance as a Mom Post-Divorce ✨
Hey there, Urban Mommy Tribe! 🌟 Today, I want to share a personal journey that many of you might resonate with—my transition back to work after becoming a mom and the unique challenges I faced, especially as a raising a daughter post-divorce. After going through a significant personal life change to full time parenting to…
Starting September 25th Get four free at-home COVID-19 tests this fall on COVIDTests.gov
Every U.S. household may place an order to receive four free COVID-19 rapid tests delivered directly to your home. Order Free At-Home Tests https://special.usps.com/testkits Need help placing an order for your at-home tests?Call 1-800-232-0233 (TTY 1-888-720-7489). The U.S. government will continue to make COVID-19 tests available to uninsured individuals and underserved communities through existing outreach programs. Please contact…
