The Illinois State Black Chamber of Commerce (ILBCC), affiliate Chambers from around the state, and the Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity (DCEO) are working together to assist minority businesses throughout Illinois with improving their capacity and gaining procurement opportunities throughout the country. “The basic mission of this program”, said President/CEO Larry D. Ivory “is … Continue reading Capacity Building Initiative Helps Minority Businesses Throughout Illinois

Peoria attorney Alicia Washington was sworn in as an Associate Judge of the Tenth Judicial Circuit on January 29, 2016 at the Peoria County Courthouse. Judge Washington is the first African-American woman to take the bench in the 10th Judicial Circuit Court, which serves Peoria, Tazewell, Marshall, Putnam, and Stark Counties. Judge Washington is assigned … Continue reading ALICIA WASHINGTON SWORN IN AS JUDGE FOR 10TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT

On January 13, 2016 family, friends and community members gathered at the Bonnie W. Nobel Center to honor Robert L. Johnson, Peoria Park Board Trustee, Southern District. During the board meeting Trustee Johnson was presented with a 20 year Service Award in recognition of outstanding contributions, community leadership and service to advance Parks, Recreation and … Continue reading Peoria Park Board Trustee Robert L. Johnson Presented With 20 Year Service Award

African American Hall of Fame Museum Announces 2016 Hall of Fame Inductees The African American Hall of Fame Museum (AAHFM) will induct a new group of distinguished individuals at the 28th Annual Red, Black and Green Ball on Saturday, February 27, 2016 at the Peoria Riverfront Museum. This year’s theme will be “Choosing to Make … Continue reading AAHFM Announces 2016 Hall of Fame Inductees and 28th Annual Red, Black and Green Ball to be held February 27, 2016

The 2016 MLK Commemorative Service Leadership Award: The King Holiday Committee of Peoria presented its annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemorative Service Leadership Award and MLK Drum Major Awards at the 32nd Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemorative Service held at New Morning Star following the MLK Freedom March on Monday, January 18, … Continue reading KING HOLIDAY COMMITTEE OF PEORIA – WPNV, 106.3 FM Receives MLK Commemorative Service Leadership Award