Rev. CT Vivian’s Chicago Connection
byAlthough he passed into eternal life the same day as the more nationally known giant of the Civil Rights movement John Lewis, the Rev….
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John Lewis Roared
byThe lions roared on July 17th. It was a very sad day as we saw the deaths of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. colleagues…
On Q With Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas
byCook County Treasurer Maria Pappas manages a $18 billion operation. She’s a hard worker and her employees respect and fear her. She says it…
Capital “B”: Words Are Powerful
byFinally, some members of the mainstream news media have come to the conclusion that from now on, they will capitalize the “B” in Black…
Black Injury Recognized; Now What?
byThe murder of George Floyd by white Minneapolis policeman Derek Chauvin has unleashed a torrent of protests across all 50 states and even some…
Chicago Blues Legend Billy Branch
byBilly Branch is a Chicago blues harmonica player who grew up learning directly from some of the classic generation of Chicago players such as…
Looking To The November Presidential Election
byAmerica’s presidential election of 2020 promises to be one for the history books in more ways than one. It is already being suggested that…
Collaboraction Welcomes New President Darlene “DJ Lady D” Jackson – By Briahna Gatlin
byCollaboraction is known for its fearless approach to theatre, eliciting social change, and being on the cusp of innovation. Trendsetting since its inception in…
Sharial Howard, A “People Person” Realtor
bySharial Howard, a licensed realtor with @properties, is a competent, resourceful, and skillful negotiator who resides in the Bronzeville area of Chicago. She met…
Time For A Timeout
by“Hey Chicago, you want some of this?” he asked me. Michael Jordan and I had met a few times in Chicago, but I was…
Roe’s Melloe Events
byAs founder and executive director of Melloe Events, South Side native Roe Melloe has made a name for himself in the arts and entertainment…
Dear White People – 8:46
byThe lynching of George Floyd is a milestone turning point for America. Where it turns nobody knows, but with a resounding noise the country,…