Senator Elgie R. Sims, Jr.

Pro Bono Legal Clinic — Tuesday, June 30th!

I am proud to partner with The Law Offices Of Ted London & Associates to bring a Pro Bono Legal Clinic to the Chatham community. This clinic is dedicated to providing free, confidential legal assistance and expert guidance to anyone who needs it.

Whether you have questions about housing, family matters, estate planning, employment, or any other legal concern and our attorneys will be there to help you, one-on-one, at no cost.

Appointments are encouraged — walk-ins are welcome!

📅 Tuesday, June 30, 2026
⏰ 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Shine Bright Community Center | 8560 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619

RSVP Link:
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For more information or to schedule an appointment:

📧 Matthew Pittman: [email protected] | 📞 773-933-7715
📧 Theodore London: [email protected] | 📞 773-721-3333

Everyone deserves access to legal help — regardless of income or circumstance. This is our community taking care of our community.
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Calling all small and medium business owners! ComEd is offering a one-time grant this summer to help with rising energy costs. I know how challenging it can be to keep up with energy bills while running a small business and ComEd's Small & Medium Business (SMB) Customer Relief Fund is here to help.

Here's what you need to know:
✅ Grants available for up to $500
✅ Covers up to 50% of a past due balance
✅ Applications open beginning June 15, 2026
✅ Apply through ComEd's partner, Neighborhood Housing Services of Chicago (NHS)

Who is eligible?
🔹 Active electric service at the time of application
🔹 A past-due bill balance
🔹 No unpaid tampering fees and no bankruptcy
🔹 Commercial meter account

Our small businesses are the backbone of this community, and they deserve access to resources that help them keep serving our neighborhoods. If you or someone you know owns a small or medium business that's behind on electric bills, don't miss this opportunity.

Learn more and apply at ComEd.com/SMBRelief

Good schools and opportunities for kids shouldn’t depend on your ZIP code. This year’s budget puts more money behind evidence-based K-12 funding, helps school districts hire teachers and invests over $17M in school breakfast & lunch programs across the state.

JUNETEENTH FESTIVAL 2026 — TODAY!

Chicago, we are celebrating African American Independence Day in a BIG way, and you are invited. Join Cook County Commissioner Stanley Moore, Congressman Jonathan Jackson - IL-01, and me for the Chicago Juneteenth House Picnic and Festival at Dan Ryan Woods FREE admission, Father's Day weekend vibes, house music, and a whole lot of community love!

Bring your grills. Bring your lawn chairs. Bring your coolers. Bring your family. This is a full day of celebration, culture, and community and it doesn't cost you a thing.

🎶 Music by the legendary King Farley on the House Music Truck
🌳 Grounds open at noon — close at 7 PM
📍 Dan Ryan Woods | 83rd & Western | In Front of the Pavilion

📅 Saturday, June 20, 2026
⏰ Noon – 7:00 PM
📍 Dan Ryan Woods | 83rd & Western, Chicago

FREE ADMISSION — Father's Day Weekend — All Are Welcome!

Summer EBT benefits are now being issued in Illinois. Each eligible child will receive $120. Most families are automatically enrolled, but some may need to apply.

Check your eligibility and apply if needed: abe.illinois.gov/sebtPortal