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New leadership takes office, eyes reorganization

Jan 15, 2025 | therecorderonline.com | Jerome Johnson

Covington councilmen Lance Carson, left, and Fred Forbes were appointed new mayor and vice mayor for the city of Covington during council’s biennial reorganization meeting of Covington City Council last Friday evening. Carson and Forbes were the only nominees for their respective posts and were elected unanimously. Carson has served as council’s District 1 representative since 2021, while Forbes has represented District 2 since 2023. (Recorder photos by Jerome Johnson)COVINGTON — Covington Distr...
Crystal structure of the 4-hydroxybutyryl-CoA synthetase (ADP-forming) from nitrosopumilus maritimus - Communications Biology

Oct 20, 2024 | nature.com | Jerome Johnson |Yasuo Yoshikuni |Christopher Francis |Soichi Wakatsuki

AbstractThe 3-hydroxypropionate/4-hydroxybutyrate (3HP/4HB) cycle from ammonia-oxidizing Thaumarchaeota is currently considered the most energy-efficient aerobic carbon fixation pathway. The Nitrosopumilus maritimus 4-hydroxybutyryl-CoA synthetase (ADP-forming; Nmar_0206) represents one of several enzymes from this cycle that exhibit increased efficiency over crenarchaeal counterparts.
Unrivaled Basketball League gives Angel Reese, WNBA stars equity in league

Oct 17, 2024 | thetriibe.com | Jerome Johnson

Have y’all heard about the new women’s Unrivaled Basketball League? This new league, co-founded by two of the WNBA’s biggest stars, Napheesa Collier of the Minnesota Lynx and Breanna Stewart of the New York Liberty, is set to debut in January of 2025, and will feature 3-on-3 competition on a compressed full court with some of the WNBA’s most notable talent. Reports broke Wednesday that TNT Sports will broadcast Unrivaled on its airwaves starting with the League’s 2025 tip-off.
Immersive Tuskegee Airmen exhibit lands at Chicago Children’s Museum

Oct 10, 2024 | thetriibe.com | Jerome Johnson

A new two-part interactive exhibit has officially landed at the Chicago Children’s Museum. Aim High: Soaring with the Tuskegee Airmen, honors the rich history of the all-Black fighter pilots of World War II while also showing children the math and science of flight. The exhibit is a colorful display, located in a corner room of the museum. Inside, young children are immersed into the world of aviation, with different layouts of airport and military runways, toy airplanes, puzzles, and costumes.
There are no limits for Jason Weaver

Sep 16, 2024 | thetriibe.com | Jerome Johnson

It’s time to give Jason Weaver his flowers. He’s been doing his rounds with the press recently for the 30th anniversary of Disney’s The Lion King. Weaver provided the singing voice for young Simba in the animated 1994 film and is still cashing in his royalties from it.
Leon brings late Chicago bluesman Eddie Taylor’s story to life in new film

Aug 27, 2024 | thetriibe.com | Jerome Johnson

A film documenting the life of blues legend and Chicago native Eddie Taylor is coming soon. On Aug. 21, The Rhythm and The Blues screened at Navy Pier. The family of the late Eddie Taylor, along with actor Leon and Chicago music stars like house DJ Terry Hunter, came together at the screening to honor and celebrate the life and legacy of the bluesman.
Lollapalooza 2024: Black Chicagoans embrace variety at music fest

Aug 18, 2024 | thetriibe.com | Jerome Johnson

On Aug. 1, Lollapalooza began its 19th year at its famous Chicago location, Grant Park. As expected, hundreds of thousands of fest goers showed up for one of the largest and longest-running festivals in the world. It’s somewhat of a euphoric experience to witness your favorite artist while surrounded by some of the world’s most beautifully sculpted skyscrapers towering behind the stages.
Activities keep Alleghany High School busy this summer

Jul 17, 2024 | therecorderonline.com | Jerome Johnson

Work to restore the AHS track is coming close to wrapping up, with a new rubberized, six-lane surface. In addition, a new scoreboard has been installed for the athletic field. (Recorder photos by Jerome Johnson)LOW MOOR — Alleghany High School has been busy during the summer following the conclusion of the 2023-24 academic year. On any given day, one might see a crew of workers continuing roof repair, individuals putting down new blacktop, and painting arrows in the parking area, or student-athl...
Dennis Rodman will be at the Got Sole sneaker convention in Rosemont

Jul 11, 2024 | thetriibe.com | Jerome Johnson

Calling all sneakerheads and Chicago Bulls fans. Got Sole, a popular traveling sneaker convention, is an event you don’t want to miss. Coming to Rosemont on July 13, Got Sole will feature over 400 shoe vendors, giving the anticipated crowd of over 5,000 attendees the ultimate shoe shopping experience. And Chicago Bulls fans are in for a treat. The host of this year’s convention will be five-time NBA champion and former Chicago Bulls defensive star, Dennis Rodman.
Common set to headline Millennium Park’s 20th anniversary celebration

Jul 8, 2024 | thetriibe.com | Jerome Johnson

Over the past 20 years, Millennium Park has gained a reputation as one of Chicago’s most heralded tourist attractions. The 24-acre park features the iconic Cloud Gate sculpture (a.k.a. “The Bean”), a beautiful pasture of native perennials and bulbs in Lurie Garden, the state-of-the-art Jay Pritzker Pavilion and more.