Congresswoman Robin Kelly from Illinois second district recently hosted a panel discussion with Congressman Dan Kildee (MI-05) to discuss the communities in Chicago’s South Suburbs, and across the country, who are facing significant financial stress and who are looking for help from the federal government.

Congresswoman Robin Kelly from Illinois second district recently hosted a panel discussion with Congressman Dan Kildee (MI-05) to discuss the communities in Chicago’s South Suburbs, …

Published on May 23, 2018
Protesters Marched in Springfield, Illinois this past Monday to deliver a letter to McDonald's as the Fight for $15 contined.

Protesters Marched in Springfield, Illinois this past Monday to deliver a letter to McDonald's as the Fight for $15 contined.

Published on May 23, 2018
The Living Fresh Market located on 7520 Roosevelt Rd. is a collaborative effort between Chicago-area businessmen and third-generation grocers, Daniel and Kenneth Casaccio, and the father-daughter team, Melody and Dr. Bill Winston, who own and operate Forest Park Plaza.

The Living Fresh Market located on 7520 Roosevelt Rd. is a collaborative effort between Chicago-area businessmen and third-generation grocers, Daniel and Kenneth Casaccio, and the …

Published on May 23, 2018
South Suburban College (SSC) recently received a Certificate of Excellence award from the Illinois State Historical Society for their 90-Year Anniversary Historic Wall Display that preserves and showcases the history of SSC.

South Suburban College (SSC) recently received a Certificate of Excellence award from the Illinois State Historical Society for their 90-Year Anniversary Historic Wall Display that …

Published on May 23, 2018
“I came out of a black high school in Atlanta, Georgia where teachers saw genius and beauty in black children and specifically in me.” HIEWET SENGHOR

“I came out of a black high school in Atlanta, Georgia where teachers saw genius and beauty in black children and specifically in me.” HIEWET …

Published on May 23, 2018
Hyde Power Potion Official Energy Drink of DJ Khaled

Hyde Power Potion Official Energy Drink of DJ Khaled

Published on May 23, 2018
MWRD Commissioner Kari Steele with 100 Black Men Chicago,Inc.

MWRD Commissioner Kari Steele with 100 Black Men Chicago,Inc.

Published on May 23, 2018

Published on May 23, 2018
Cassandra Holbert

Cassandra Holbert

Published on May 23, 2018
Pictured are: Anita L. Bratton, Shauntel Davis and Chenise Rias. The ladies are being pampered for the day.

Pictured are: Anita L. Bratton, Shauntel Davis and Chenise Rias. The ladies are being pampered for the day.

Published on May 23, 2018
Photo: Katherine Newman Several community members attended a recent meeting to protest the construction of the Pullman Artspace Lofts.

Photo: Katherine Newman Several community members attended a recent meeting to protest the construction of the Pullman Artspace Lofts.

Published on May 23, 2018
HUSH PUPPIES CELEBRATES 60 YEARS - SPRING/SUMMER 2018 WOMEN’S COLLECTION On-trend design, details and technology feature throughout the collection this season.

HUSH PUPPIES CELEBRATES 60 YEARS - SPRING/SUMMER 2018 WOMEN’S COLLECTION On-trend design, details and technology feature throughout the collection this season.

Published on May 23, 2018

Published on May 23, 2018
Applications are now being accepted for ComEd’s fifth annual Icebox Derby.

Applications are now being accepted for ComEd’s fifth annual Icebox Derby.

Published on May 23, 2018
The Unapologetically Black Pop-up Shop happened over the weekend at Some Like It Black Creative Arts Bar, 4258 S. Cottage Grove Ave., in Chicago. The pop-up shop ran from 8 to 11 p.m and featured various handmade products from black entrepreneurs and artists.

The Unapologetically Black Pop-up Shop happened over the weekend at Some Like It Black Creative Arts Bar, 4258 S. Cottage Grove Ave., in Chicago. The …

Published on May 23, 2018
A recent hearing held by the City of Chicago’s Zoning Board of Appeals sought to determine whether or not to issue a zoning variation to establish a public place of amusement (PPA) and approve a special use application to establish a tavern at 606 E. 75th St. (pictured) in the Sixth Ward.

A recent hearing held by the City of Chicago’s Zoning Board of Appeals sought to determine whether or not to issue a zoning variation to …

Published on May 23, 2018
For the last year Knowledge Beckom (pictured), founder of Classic Hip Hop Lives, has been producing hip-hop shows in Chicago that feature performances from golden era hip-hop artists. Most recently, Beckom brought Raekwon, rapper and member of the Wu-Tang Clan, to the Promontory in Hyde Park to perform his classic music with a live band.

For the last year Knowledge Beckom (pictured), founder of Classic Hip Hop Lives, has been producing hip-hop shows in Chicago that feature performances from golden …

Published on May 23, 2018