Wayne Watson – Dr. Gay Presidency
by“I felt as though I was witnessing an 1800 slave auction of a Black woman being put on a slave block, standing naked, being stripped of her integrity and dignity. This…
Women
Q&A – Lydia K. Mercer, Founder of The (Un)Learning Space
byAn administrator, educator, and non-profit leader, Lydia K. Mercer is the textbook definition of a change agent. With a Bachelor’s Degree in Education from…
The Color Purple- Part II. – Let’s Do Color Red…
byThis is by no means a Movie Review; it is a Social Review. This is a thought article about images and messages to and…
Q&A – Hapi Danielle, Founder of Centerpeace Drip
byA product of Chicago’s south side, Hapi Danielle is an all-around renaissance woman that is on a mission. That mission is to love and…
Q&A with World Premiere of Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn’s SUGAR HILL: Nutcracker
byDuke Ellington once remarked about Strayhorn: “Billy Strayhorn was my right arm, my left arm, all the eyes in the back of my head,…
Q&A with Allison Caldwell, Businesswoman and Author
byIf you were to look up the textbook definition of turning hard work and dedication into success, it would be Allison Caldwell‘s picture you’d…
Q&A – Shaneen Murray, Author of ‘The Girl Code Rules of Engagement’
byChicago native Shaneen Murray is a multifaceted journalist, marketing professional, and brand new author with the release of her new book for young adult…
Music Review: Samara Joy – ‘A Joyful Holiday’
byIt’s been a whirlwind 15 months for Samara Joy. After announcing she signed with Verve, her debut for the label, Linger Awhile (2022) was…
Q&A – Dr. Lencia L. Marshall – Grind & Grace Experience
byDr. Lencia L. Marshall is an ordained minister, author, scholar, international speaker, and Navy veteran. A mother of four and wife of almost twenty…
Q&A – Leslé Honoré Activist, Author and Community Leader
byLeslé Honoré leads a very busy but very purposeful life. The “Blaxican” poet and activist uses her poetry and personal life to help youth…
Special Report: Lori Lightfoot & Chicago’s New Factionalism
byA new comprehensive report shows how former Mayor Lori Lightfoot, faced with one of the worst pandemics and economic crises in the city’s history,…
Q&A – Pearl Cleage – Award-Winning Author, Playwright and Poet Laureate
byAs a celebrated author, playwright, and Poet Laureate of Atlanta, Pearl Cleage has enjoyed a distinguished career spanning 40 years, producing 30+ plays, novels,…