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Oficiales de la Ciudad de Chicago asistieron a la ceremonia de la primera piedra para el complejo de vivienda asequible de Casa Yucatán, que proporcionará 98 casas económicas a la comunidad de Pilsen. El Alcalde Brandon Johnson se unió al Concejal Byron Sigcho-López (25th), a la Comisionada del Departamento de Vivienda (DOH), Lisette Castañeda y a Resurrection Project, para celebrar este crítico paso en el trabajo de la ciudad para ampliar el acceso de vivienda mientras garantiza que los por largo tiempo residentes pueden permanecer en sus comunidades. Casa Yucatán ofrecerá casa de renta asequible para familias que ganan del 30 al 70 por ciento del Ingreso Mediano del Area (AMI), con rentas que van de $551 a $1,768 al mes. Los fondos fueron puestos a disposición por el Bono de Vivienda y Desarrollo Económico (HED) de $1.25 mil millones del Alcalde Johnson. Casa Yucatán fue el primero de muchos proyectos de vivienda accesible que cerró y siguió adelante gracias al apoyo de HED. Localizado en 2134-2136 S. Ashland Ave., Casa Yucatán será un desarrollo de uso mixto, de ingresos mixtos de ocho pisos, con servicio de elevador. Conducido por The resurrection Project, la urbanización transformará un lote vacante en un centro comunitario.

Photo Credit: City of Chicago

Illinois Secretary of State and State Librarian Alexi Giannoulias awarded $28.3 million for library services and literacy programs throughout the state. The grants include awards to the regional libraries systems across the state to enhance online catalogues at local libraries, support day-to-day operations, expand interlibrary loan programs and radio information services that equip vision-impaired individuals with narrations of newspaper content. The literacy grants are designed to promote basic reading, math, writing and English language skills. The most recent grant funding includes:

• More than $6.7 million in literacy grants to over 70 organizations across the state that support adult, family and workplace literacy programs awarded to volunteer organizations, community colleges and school districts, and not-for-profit entities. 

• More than $2.6 million to expand online catalogues and interlibrary resource sharing between public, school, academic, and special libraries, providing more variety in the types of resources Illinoisans can access.

• Nearly $50,000 to support veteran’s home libraries that provide books, magazines, computers and internet access to veterans in long-term care and their spouses.

The Secretary of State’s office awarded grants for library and literacy programs using combined state funds and federal Library Services and Technology Act funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

The State of Illinois, through the Illinois Department of Central Management Services (CMS), has launched a new series of strategic partnerships with the Chicago White Sox, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (UIUC), University of Illinois Chicago (UIC), and Northern Illinois University (NIU) to promote career opportunities in state government. These partnerships include a series of in-person career activations at sporting events this fall, where fans will be able to engage directly with CMS representatives, learn about state job openings, and explore careers in public service. Upcoming on-site activations include:

• September 19: Chicago White Sox vs. San Diego Padres — Hispanic Heritage Night

• October 4: NIU Football vs. Miami (OH)

• October 11: UIUC Football vs. Ohio State

• October 25: NIU Football vs. Ball State

This fall and winter, these universities will also be promoting state employment opportunities through work.illinois.gov at several additional games throughout the season. For more information on State of Illinois employment opportunities, visit: work.illinois.gov.

The Illinois Department of Central Management Services (CMS) will host a series of State of Illinois Career Fairs this September. These events will take place across multiple regions, providing community members with the opportunity to explore job opportunities with the State and connect directly with hiring managers. All events are free and open to the public, including career changers, college students, first-time job seekers, and mid-to-senior-level professionals. The upcoming events include:

• September 22, 3pm – 7pm: Third Annual State Career & Resource Fair in Honor of Hispanic Heritage Month
​Location: Wright College Humboldt Park, 1645 N. California Ave, Chicago, IL (Third Floor)

• September 23, 10am – 2pm: State of Illinois Career Fair
​Location: Wilbur Wright College, 4300 N. Narragansett Ave, Chicago, IL

• September 25, 8am – 2pm: Lincoln Land Community College (LLCC) Careers Expo
​Location: Lincoln Land Community College, 5250 Shepherd Rd, Springfield, IL

No RSVP is required for members of the public to attend any of the career fairs. To learn more about job opportunities at the State of Illinois, visit work.illinois.gov.

Bank of America announced it has raised its U.S. minimum hourly wage to $25 per hour. With the increase, the minimum annualized salary for full-time employees in the U.S. will rise to more than $50,000. The increase, which goes into effect in early October, applies to all full-time and part-time hourly positions in the U.S., affecting thousands of employees across the nation and helping to fuel the growth of the American economy and create job opportunities that strengthen the communities the company serves. This is the company’s latest move, after steadily increasing over the last several years, from under $15 per hour to $25 per hour. Joining the bank at the minimum wage is a launchpad for a long-term career. From onboarding and professional development to tuition assistance and career mobility, the company is committed to a workplace where every teammate has the opportunity to grow and succeed. Through an ongoing investment in skills-based training and a culture rooted in opportunity, many teammates who started their careers at a minimum wage salary rise to roles where they lead, mentor, provide for their families and give back to their communities. For more information, visit www.bankofamerica.com.

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In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, State Senator Omar Aquino is partnering with the Illinois Department of Central Management Services to host a State Career and Resource Fair. All members of the community interested in employment with the state are invited to attend. The State Career and Resource Fair will be hosted on Monday, Sept. 22 from 3-7 p.m. at Wright College Humboldt Park, located at 1645 N. California Ave. The event is in collaboration with State Representatives Eva-Dina Delgado and Lilian Jiménez. State career counselors will be onsite to assist with applications. Free headshots will be available for the first 100 participants and lunch will be available while supplies last. Parking will be available at the Wright College Humboldt Park and Moos Elementary parking lots. For questions or more information, call 312-914-3121 or email outreach@senatoraquino.com. For employment opportunities with the state, visit https://careers.illinois.gov/.

The American Red Cross of Illinois welcomes Anabel Monge as its new Communications Manager. Monge will lead communications and media relations efforts across the Illinois region. With more than two decades of trusted journalism and storytelling experience, Monge most recently served as a news anchor at Telemundo Chicago for 10 years. Her dedication to impactful, community-centered reporting has earned her 12 Emmy Awards, underscoring her reputation as a respected voice in journalism. Monge’s expertise in Spanish-language media and multicultural communications will strengthen the Red Cross’s efforts to connect with and serve diverse communities across Illinois. In her new role, she will help spotlight the stories of Red Cross volunteers, donors, and families impacted by the organization’s humanitarian mission. Follow the Illinois Red Cross on Facebook, Instagram, and X/Twitter at @RedCrossIL for the latest news and updates.

El Estado de Illinois, a través del Departamento de Servicios de Gestión Central (CMS) lanzó una serie de afiliaciones estratégicas con Chicago White Sox, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (UIUC), Univrsidad de Illinois Chicago (UIC), y Northern Illinois University (NIU) para promover oportunidades de carreras en el gobierno estatal. Estas afiliaciones incluyen una serie de actividades de carrera, en persona, en eventos deportivos este otoño, donde los fanáticos podrán comunicarse directamente con representantes de CMS, aprender sobre trabajos estatales y explorar carreras en el servicio público. Las próximas activaciones en el sitio incluyen:

• Septiembre 19: Chicago White Sox vs. Los Padres de San Diego – Noche de la Herencia Hispana

• Octubre 4: Fútbol NIU vs. Miami (OH)

• Octubre 11: Fútbol UIUC vs. Ohio State

• Octubre 25: Fútbol NIU vs Ball State

Este verano e invierno, estas universidades estarán promoviendo también oportunidades de empleo estatales a través de work.illinois.gov en varios juegos adicionales durante la temporada. Para más información sobre las oportunidades de empleo en el Estado de Illinois, visite: work.illinois.gov.

Bank of America anunció haber aumentado el salario mínimo de E.U. a $25 por hora. Con el aumento, el salario mínimo al año para empleados de tiempo completo en E.U. subió a más de $50,000. El aumento, que entra en efecto a pricipios de octubre, aplica a todas las posiciones de tiempo completo y de medio tiempo en E.U. afectando a miles de empleados de la nación y ayudando a atizar el crecimiento de la economía estadounidense y crear oportunidades de empleo que fortalecen las comunidades a quienes la compañía sirve. Este es el movimiento más reciente de la compañía después de un constante aumento en los últimos años, de menos de $15 por hora a $25 por hora. Incorporarse al banco con el salario mínimo es un trampolín para una carrera a largo plazo. Desde la incorporación y el desarrollo profesional hasta la ayuda financiera y la movilidad profesional, la empresa se compromete a crear un entorno de trabajo donde cada compañero tenga la oportunidad de crecer y alcanzar el éxito. Gracias a una inversión continua en capacitación basada en habilidades y una cultura basada en la oportunidad, muchos compañeros que comenzaron sus carreras con un salario mínimo ascienden a puestos donde lideran, asesoran, sustentan a sus familias y contribuyen a sus comunidades. Para más información, visite www.bankofamerica.com.

En Honor al Mes de la Herencia Hispana, el Senador Estatal Omar Aquino, afiliado con el Departamento de Gestión de Servicios de Illinois ofrece una Feria Estatal de Carreras y Recursos. Se invita a todos los miembros de la comunidad que estén interesados en un empleo con el estado. La Feria Estatal de Carreras y Recursos será ofrecida el lunes, 22 de septiembre, de 3 a 7 p.m. en Wright College Humboldt Park, localizado en 1645 N. California Ave. El evento se celebra en colaboración con las Representates Estatales Eva-Dina Delgado y Lilian Jiménez. Consejeros de carreras estatales estarán presentes para ayudar con las solicitudes. Se ofrecerán fotos gratuitas para los primeros 100 participantes y almuerzo disponible hasta agotar existencias. Habrá estacionamiento disponible en los estacionamientos de Wright College Humboldt Park y Moos Elementary. Para preguntas y más información, llamar al 312-914-3121 o por correo electrónico a outreach@senatoraquino.com Para oportunidades de empleo con el estado, visite https://careers.illinois.gov/.