Cher might not be able to turn back time but she can certainly give her blessing on a musical that will tell the story of her life, career, and how she became one of America's most treasured stars. We meet some of the stars and creatives to see what it took to put this one-of-kind show together.
Hosted by: Paul LisnekProduced by: Greater Chicago Newsmakers Team
In June 2008, Reps. Tammy Baldwin, D-Wis., and Barney Frank, D-Mass., established the Congressional LGBT Equality Caucus. That same year, Rep. Jared Polis, D-Colo., was elected to Congress, becoming the first openly gay male elected as a freshman congressman.
Rep. Polis, co-chair of the Congressional LGBT Equality Caucus joins Paul Lisnek to reflect on what sparked his run for office a decade ago, and the work of the Caucus today.
GoCivic is a program which increases the capability of finding and connecting with non-profits. Discussed is how technology can be used as a tool for change.
Technology has changed our lives in so many ways. Assistive technology allows those who can't see, talk or use their hands to be independent in using a computer.
One Million Degrees provides academic, professional and financial support. With completion rates in community colleges significantly low, with the help of One Million Degrees, students are more likely to achieve completion.
The spark that became today's Special Olympics movement of 5.5 Million athletes in 170 countries worldwide, started here in July of 1968 with the very first International Summer Games in Chicago, Il., USA. Five decades later, the movement returns to Chicago to launch the year-long global Special Olympics 50th Anniversary celebrations in July 2018. Special Olympics Illinois President & CEO, Dave Breen shares the history of one of the most transformative organizations on the globe, and the events planned to celebrate 50 years of acceptance and inclusion.
Eric Fulcomer, Rockford University discusses how their small school allows for 1 on 1 work with students & professors. With new buildings, new majors & travel abroad, students should look at the high academic standards at Rockford University.
Roseanne Oppmann, My Friend Myla discusses her book and services she provides to help children deal with anxiety. She uses her dog during counseling sessions because dogs are a great comfort and help with stress relief.
This initiative is to break people out of their comfort zones to share experiences and information about their entrepreneurship. Their annual unconference is in September and is in Chicago.
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