Quinton de’ Alexander, The Ambassador Of Fashion
byQuinton de’ Alexander is one of Chicago’s most prominent fashion designers. His specialty is haute couture evening gowns. Born in New Orleans, he grew…
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Meet Illinois Supreme Court Justice P. Scott Neville Jr.
byThe Honorable P. Scott Neville, Jr. is the 117th judge to serve on the Illinois Supreme Court and the second African-American justice in its…
Tony Bennett Leaves His Heart At Ravinia On June 21 – By Clarence Waldron
byOn June 21, legendary singer Anthony Benedetto – better known to the world as Tony Bennett – will perform at Ravinia for the 40th…
Pop A Cork With Isiah Thomas!
byDetroit Pistons legend and Chicago native Isiah Thomas is now in the champagne business. In 2016, Thomas, 58, announced that he was the exclusive…
India Arie: More Than “Worthy” – by Clarence Waldron
bySinger India Arie has released her new album Worthy and although we have an idea of what it will sound like thanks to the singles…
“Heavy Pocket” Illuminating and Moving – By Rick & Brenda McCain
byWhat are you willing to risk to fight for what you believe in? This is the question posed of a young man who decides…
Talking Legal Weed With Rep. Sonya Harper
byTo legalize or not to legalize marijuana is the question for the state legislators in Illinois. Governor JB Pritzker is ready to sign Senate…
Q&A With Author/Educator Caprice Banks – By TJ Armour
byChicago native, now Atlanta resident, Caprice Banks is a high school teacher, college professor, and education consultant who has recently added the title of…
“Jenspiration” With Artist Jen Hodo!
byChicago native Jen Hodo is a fashion illustrator, curator, and photographer currently based in Brooklyn, New York. After receiving her B.A. in Fashion Business…
Singer Eva Ruwe Celebrates “A Good Man” – By Clarence Waldron
byBlack men seem to be under siege, but rising Chicago singer Eva Ruwè celebrates the positive side of brothers. In her debut single, Good…
The Barbecue Sizzles In Goodman’s “Lottery Day” – By Rick and Brenda McCain
byLottery Day Through April 28 Goodman Theatre, 170 North Dearborn Street. Written by: Ike Holter Directed by: Lili-Anne Brown Running time: 2 hours, 15…
James Meredith’s “Lottery Day”
byJames Vincent Meredith is an award-winning veteran actor who has appeared in a number of hit shows, including Boss, Chicago Med, Empire, Law &…