Poetry Honors Spotlight Chicago’s Living Legends
byChicago’s own Haki Madhubuti and Angela Jackson are more than just a poet, author, playwright, educator and novelist. However, those roles are individually weighty…
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Q&A – with Karen Freeman-Wilson, President & CEO Chicago Urban League
byThe Honorable Karen Freeman-Wilson began serving as president and CEO of the Chicago Urban League in January 2020. She brings a passion for equity…
J.B. Pritzker for Governor
byWe endorse Governor J. B. Pritzker for a second term. He was outstanding as a leader during the two-year pandemic and did the right…
Q&A – Chicago Fire Department Commissioner Annette Nance-Holt
byCommissioner Annette Nance-Holt is the first woman and woman of color to lead the Chicago Fire Department in its 162-year history. A native of…
The Art of Politico
byPolitics is an interesting game. A politician plays a constant battle of persuasion with his peers and constituency. A politician’s most important trait is…
Q&A – Chef Zita Smith, CEO of Zita Cooks Catering
byChef Zita Smith knows a thing or two about humble beginnings. Her mother worked multiple jobs, so her grandmother stepped in and raised her…
Q&A – Evenita Ren, Owner of Renway Beauty
byEvenita Ren is a testament to the age-old adage that “you can do anything if you put your mind to it.” A certified and…
Q&A – with Sharon Morgan Administrator for the Kehrein Center for the Arts
byLifelong West Side resident Sharon Morgan has worked tirelessly in the Austin community, helping to educate its youth. Her career began as a parish…
Q&A – with Dr. Danielle Harth – N’DIGO Foundation Scholarship Recipient and Ed.D., LPC
byDr. Danielle Harth was awarded the N‘DIGO Foundation scholarship in 2008 and recognized as a N’DIGO Magazine “Where Are They Now” Honoree in 2012….
From the Youngest Queen to the Oldest King…
byAs we enter a new stage of global politics ushering out of office and welcoming a new generation, we reflect on lessons from Queen…
The Swirls and Twirls of Serena…
bySerena Williams is a phenomenal woman. The ultimate sportsman, world-class tennis player, and the woman who changed the game of tennis. She is indeed…
Q&A – Jzquelyn Leejzoi – Author of “Releasing You: Overcoming Insecurities and Unleashing The Beast”
byJzquelyn Leejzoi is a speaker, coach, mentor, author and successful entrepreneur. After receiving her Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Systems and a Master’s…