The Vision of XL FEST with Troy Pryor
byTroy Osborne Pryor, founder of XL Fest’25 in Chicago, brings together industry professionals, providing an immersive experience. From thought-provoking panels to film showcases, XL…
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New Politics…
byFormer Vice President Kamala Harris has written a new book ‘107 Days‘. She states that the American government system is “broken.” She is right,…
Dr. Alixis Rhodes – Applied Clinical Psychology Program, The Chicago School
byCaring for and helping others is something Dr. Alixis Rhodes has just always done. Although she didn’t know that her innate empathy and concern…
The Urban League’s Report on Black America…
byThe Urban League has just released its annual report, an update from its think tank on Black America. The 2025 Report is the 49th…
LaShaundra Randolph – Manager of Education Instruction & Deployment, National Society of Leadership and Success
byAlready a natural empath, LaShaundra Randolph grew up in a home with not one but two educator parents, so her given instincts to help…
Christopher A. Akiwowo, MBA – Executive Director, Ibukun Comprehensive Community Services, Inc.
byThroughout his life, Christopher A. Akiwowo, MBA, has been steadfastly committed to making a positive impact in the lives of others. His advocacy work,…
The New America…
byDonald Trump has given us a NEW AMERICA. The changes are seen in what he calls The One Big Beautiful Bill (Act). He has…
40 Acres: R. T. Thorne Reclaiming the Future, Centering Black Stories…
byR.T. Thorne, writer and director of the groundbreaking film ’40 Acres,’ boldly reimagines a post-apocalyptic future, moving Black characters from footnotes to the forefront….
Run, Jesse, Run…
byJesse Jackson Jr. is considering a return to Congress. He served in the 2nd Congressional District, South Side of Chicago, and Southern Suburbs for…
Jennifer C. Smith – J. Cheree Bridal
byFor more than 20 years, Jennifer C. Smith and her J. Cheree Bridal brand have been the catalyst for helping brides find the right…
“Let the Master Work” – Glenn Davis on Broadway’s “Purpose”
byThe Broadway stage is ablaze with “Purpose,” the Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning play. At its heart is Glenn Davis, the acclaimed actor and…
Donald Trump and the Shifting Sands of Global Diplomacy…
byPresident Donald Trump made bold claims about foreign policy, military strategy, and international diplomacy. Trump is the ultimate dealmaker-in-chief, asserting that his unique brand…