Visit Chicago’s Pullman National Monument
byDid you ever wonder where did the concept of labor day begin? Well here’s the story, It started with the pullman porters who were…
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SPAA: Black Theater In The South Suburbs
byShowbiz produces some interesting people. Mike Wilkins is certainly one of them. “Dr. Mike,” or “Pastor Mike” as he’s called – Wilkins has two…
Norman’s Bistro: A Place To Call Our Own
byFolks say there aren’t many nice sit-down restaurants on the South Side of Chicago outside of Hyde Park, specifically in Black neighborhoods, specifically that…
Who is Ken Bennett?
byKen Bennett is a seasoned politico and the father of Chancelor Bennett (better known as “Chance The Rapper”). Ken’s career started with Barack Obama…
Die Another Day: New Life For Illinois Service Federal
bySomewhere, Louise Quarles Lawson is beaming. Last year, the Illinois Service Federal Savings & Loan Association (ISF) that Ms. Lawson turned into an integral…
Beyoncé ‘Slays’ Even in the Rain
byThe rain poured, the show was delayed, but then Beyoncé proved once again why she’s one of the greatest entertainers of all time. The…
Yes, We’ve Got Crime! BUT PORTRAYALS OF URBAN NEIGHBORHOODS AS HOPELESS ONLY WORSEN THE PROBLEMS
byThis might be shocking to some, but I’m proud to say that I live in Englewood. Yep, uber proud. Englewood is a neighborhood on…
Chicago’s New Politic
byBy Hermene D. Hartman There is a new politic brewing. Whether you like him or not, Donald Trump has changed American politics with his…
Welcome To Black (And Youthful) Creativity 2016
byBy Derrick K. Baker It’s a public secret that the annual list of black tie, no tie, and tie one on fundraisers in Chicago…
LegalBee: Providing Legal Assistance For The Overworked Attorney
bySometimes you don’t look for the job. Sometimes the job finds you. That’s kind of how it’s worked out for south suburban Olympia Fields…
AnJi White Sizzles In “Sunset Baby”
byChicago media tends to cover local theater by especially noting the acclaimed playwright or the gifted director or the timeless play. For whatever reason,…
Staycation
byIsn’t it awesome that we Chicagoans have had such a mild and beautiful winter?!?!? The need or desire to hop on a plane may…