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Chandra Blumberg, author of “Digging Up Love,” a romance novel about a woman from a small town and a man from the big city who meet and fall in love. Photo provided by Chandra Blumberg

Chandra Blumberg, author of “Digging Up Love,” a romance novel about a woman from a small town and a man from the big city who …

Published on October 27, 2021

Jeannette Sorrell, founding artistic director of the baroque orchestra Apollo’s Fire, works with the Southland College Prep choir on a piece for the October 26th concert launching the Matteson School District 162 Strings Program. Photo by Eric Lites

Jeannette Sorrell, founding artistic director of the baroque orchestra Apollo’s Fire, works with the Southland College Prep choir on a piece for the October 26th …

Published on October 27, 2021

Dr. Pamela Gurley is the author of the “Brown Boy and Girl” series which teaches children about self confidence, self love and self acceptance. Photo provided by Dr. Pamela Gurley

Dr. Pamela Gurley is the author of the “Brown Boy and Girl” series which teaches children about self confidence, self love and self acceptance. Photo …

Published on October 27, 2021

The LUV Institute recently launched its Parade of Hearts arts initiative. Founder Cosette Nazon-Wilburn hopes the hearts, which were placed in 11 communities, will spark conversations. Photo provided by The Luv Institute

The LUV Institute recently launched its Parade of Hearts arts initiative. Founder Cosette Nazon-Wilburn hopes the hearts, which were placed in 11 communities, will spark …

Published on October 27, 2021

Timuel Black, activist, educator and historian, passed away at 102 on Oct. 13. Photo provided by the University of Chicago.

Timuel Black, activist, educator and historian, passed away at 102 on Oct. 13. Photo provided by the University of Chicago.

Published on October 27, 2021

On Friday October 22, 2021, Illinois Governor JB Pritzker issued an executive order requiring day care personnel to be vaccinated against the COVID-19 Virus or to submit to having weekly testing. Photo from Adobe Stock

On Friday October 22, 2021, Illinois Governor JB Pritzker issued an executive order requiring day care personnel to be vaccinated against the COVID-19 Virus or …

Published on October 27, 2021

Tracye Eileen, R&B and smooth jazz singer, has opened for recording artists, including Babyface, Chante Moore and Buddy Guy. Photo provided by Vanessa Abron of Abron Agency.

Tracye Eileen, R&B and smooth jazz singer, has opened for recording artists, including Babyface, Chante Moore and Buddy Guy. Photo provided by Vanessa Abron of …

Published on October 27, 2021

Hope Chicago CEO Janice K. Jackson talks about how the scholarship fund will benefit students and provided wraparound services for families, by providing a debt-free post secondary education. Photos by Tia Carol Jones

Hope Chicago CEO Janice K. Jackson talks about how the scholarship fund will benefit students and provided wraparound services for families, by providing a debt-free …

Published on October 27, 2021

Chicago Review Press

Chicago Review Press

Published on October 27, 2021

Baron Waller outside of the new Culver’s restaurant in the Pullman
and Roseland community. When it opens in early Nov., the new restaurant will be the first stand-alone, casual sit-down dining
option built in the community in years. Photo provided by Brian Berg.

Baron Waller outside of the new Culver’s restaurant in the Pullman and Roseland community. When it opens in early Nov., the new restaurant will be …

Published on October 27, 2021

Photo provided by 3Arts

Photo provided by 3Arts

Published on October 27, 2021

The LUV Institute recently launched its Parade of Hearts arts initiative. Founder Cosette Nazon-Wilburn hopes the hearts, which
were placed in 11 communities, will spark conversations. Photo provided by The Luv Institute

The LUV Institute recently launched its Parade of Hearts arts initiative. Founder Cosette Nazon-Wilburn hopes the hearts, which were placed in 11 communities, will spark …

Published on October 27, 2021

PRLog Xxxx

PRLog Xxxx

Published on October 27, 2021

Chance the Rapper addressed the huge crowd of rally participants who full Millennium Park this past Tuesday October 19th, in celebration of the Sky's WNBA Championship.  Photo by Tia Carol Jones

Chance the Rapper addressed the huge crowd of rally participants who full Millennium Park this past Tuesday October 19th, in celebration of the Sky's WNBA …

Published on October 27, 2021

Kenny “Babyface” Edmonds and Demi Lovato at Keep Memory Alive’s 25th annual Power of Love gala. Credit Denise Truscello, Contributor,
Getty Images for Keep Memory Alive.

Kenny “Babyface” Edmonds and Demi Lovato at Keep Memory Alive’s 25th annual Power of Love gala. Credit Denise Truscello, Contributor, Getty Images for Keep Memory …

Published on October 27, 2021

Photo credit: Black PR Wire

Photo credit: Black PR Wire

Published on October 27, 2021

photo by: Shop Style Shark

photo by: Shop Style Shark

Published on October 27, 2021

Photo Credit: Traveling Black Women Network

Photo Credit: Traveling Black Women Network

Published on October 27, 2021

Published on October 25, 2021

Benny the Bull poses with club representatives and students of the James R. Jordan Boys & Girls Club After School Program.   Photo cred:Freeman Pictures, Inc.):

Benny the Bull poses with club representatives and students of the James R. Jordan Boys & Girls Club After School Program. Photo cred:Freeman Pictures, Inc.):

Published on October 22, 2021

City Colleges of Chicago, in partnership with Apple, opened Innovation One at Harry S. Truman College. Photos provided by City Colleges of Chicago

City Colleges of Chicago, in partnership with Apple, opened Innovation One at Harry S. Truman College. Photos provided by City Colleges of Chicago

Published on October 20, 2021

Thaddeus Jones has been the Mayor of Calumet City since May. Photo provided by Sean Howard

Thaddeus Jones has been the Mayor of Calumet City since May. Photo provided by Sean Howard

Published on October 20, 2021

An outdoor pavilion, constructed by Skidmore, Owens and Merrill, at Epic Academy for the Chicago Architecture Biennial is being used as an outdoor learning lab, as well as a space for the community. Photo by Kendall McCaugherty © Hall+Merrick Photographers

An outdoor pavilion, constructed by Skidmore, Owens and Merrill, at Epic Academy for the Chicago Architecture Biennial is being used as an outdoor learning lab, …

Published on October 20, 2021

Raymond A. Thomas’s art exhibit, “Our Tomorrow Happened Yesterday,” will be on display until Nov. 18, at Blanc Gallery, located at 4445 S. King Drive. Photo provided by Lydia Eady

Raymond A. Thomas’s art exhibit, “Our Tomorrow Happened Yesterday,” will be on display until Nov. 18, at Blanc Gallery, located at 4445 S. King Drive. …

Published on October 20, 2021

Raymond A. Thomas’s art exhibit, “Our Tomorrow Happened Yesterday,” will be on display until Nov. 18, at Blanc Gallery, located at 4445 S. King Drive. Photo provided by Lydia Eady

Raymond A. Thomas’s art exhibit, “Our Tomorrow Happened Yesterday,” will be on display until Nov. 18, at Blanc Gallery, located at 4445 S. King Drive. …

Published on October 20, 2021

Students from After School Matters participated in an internship at Gateley Park and received valuable mentorship from Carey Pinkowski, executive director of the Bank of America Chicago Marathon. Photo provided by Julie Thorson

Students from After School Matters participated in an internship at Gateley Park and received valuable mentorship from Carey Pinkowski, executive director of the Bank of …

Published on October 20, 2021

The New Michelle Lonie Transition Center located at 3236 Vollmer Road, Olympia Fields. Photo provide by Sthmedia

The New Michelle Lonie Transition Center located at 3236 Vollmer Road, Olympia Fields. Photo provide by Sthmedia

Published on October 19, 2021

City of Calumet City to hold Public Hearing on October 28, 2021 at 6:00 p.m.

City of Calumet City to hold Public Hearing on October 28, 2021 at 6:00 p.m.

Published on October 19, 2021

Francis Hall and her daughter Haydee Bell join celebrity hairstylist Kim Kimble in “Protective Styling,” the second episode of “My HAIRstory!,” a 3-part tutorial series celebrating Black hair and featuring styles from Cartoon Network’s Craig of the Creek. PRNewsFoto/Cartoon Network

Francis Hall and her daughter Haydee Bell join celebrity hairstylist Kim Kimble in “Protective Styling,” the second episode of “My HAIRstory!,” a 3-part tutorial series …

Published on October 20, 2021

Gov. JB Pritzker is pictured in his Capitol office in 2019 during a news conference promoting the graduated income tax, which voters rejected last year. His campaign released his 2020 income taxes Friday. Capitol News Illinois file photo

Gov. JB Pritzker is pictured in his Capitol office in 2019 during a news conference promoting the graduated income tax, which voters rejected last year. …

Published on October 20, 2021

PRNewsfoto/The Hollywood Christmas Parade

PRNewsfoto/The Hollywood Christmas Parade

Published on October 20, 2021

PRNewsFoto

PRNewsFoto

Published on October 20, 2021

Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Amanda Rae Moreno

Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Amanda Rae Moreno

Published on October 20, 2021

Village of Robbins Mayor Darren Bryant during a press conference on Monday, Oct. 5, to announce the Village was in the process of negotiating a contract with Robbins Police Department Officers through Illinois Council of Police. Photos by Tia Carol Jones

Village of Robbins Mayor Darren Bryant during a press conference on Monday, Oct. 5, to announce the Village was in the process of negotiating a …

Published on October 13, 2021

Amanda Henderson is the CEO of H&H Fast Properties, Inc. The company founded by her father Ray Henderson, renovates and revitalizes vacant and distressed properties. Photo provided by Amanda Henderson

Amanda Henderson is the CEO of H&H Fast Properties, Inc. The company founded by her father Ray Henderson, renovates and revitalizes vacant and distressed properties. …

Published on October 13, 2021

Girls Do It Better, founded by Des Owusu in 2016, is part of Foot Locker’s Home Grown Chicago platform and is being sold at 87th and Cottage Grove. Photo provided by Berkus Communications

Girls Do It Better, founded by Des Owusu in 2016, is part of Foot Locker’s Home Grown Chicago platform and is being sold at 87th …

Published on October 13, 2021

Published on October 13, 2021

University of Chicago hosted its annual Engage Chicago, part of its orientation week events for first year students. The daylong event allows students to interact with community leaders. Photos provided by University of Chicago Office of Civic Engagement

University of Chicago hosted its annual Engage Chicago, part of its orientation week events for first year students. The daylong event allows students to interact …

Published on October 13, 2021

PRNewsfoto/Wyndham Hotels & Resorts

PRNewsfoto/Wyndham Hotels & Resorts

Published on October 13, 2021

Comcast began a week-long tour across Illinois promoting digital equity. The Internet Essentials initiative celebrates its 10th year anniversary, providing low-cost broadband for low-income households. The tour kicked off with its first stop to the village of Dolton where students were presented with laptops. Photo provided by Comcast.

Comcast began a week-long tour across Illinois promoting digital equity. The Internet Essentials initiative celebrates its 10th year anniversary, providing low-cost broadband for low-income households. …

Published on October 13, 2021

Auditorium Theatre

Auditorium Theatre

Published on October 13, 2021

LaCoya Harris has written the book, “F*** the Fairytale,” about her time in Corporate America. She also is using her platform to encourage Black people to start their own businesses. Photo provided by LaCoya Harris

LaCoya Harris has written the book, “F*** the Fairytale,” about her time in Corporate America. She also is using her platform to encourage Black people …

Published on October 13, 2021

PRNewsFoto/SIRIUS XM Radio

PRNewsFoto/SIRIUS XM Radio

Published on October 13, 2021

GhostBed (www.ghostbed.com), the leading online mattress retailer and manufacturer of boxed beds, has announced a new collaboration with legendary tennis champion, entrepreneur and health advocate, Venus Williams. Laura Metzler Photography.

GhostBed (www.ghostbed.com), the leading online mattress retailer and manufacturer of boxed beds, has announced a new collaboration with legendary tennis champion, entrepreneur and health advocate, …

Published on October 13, 2021

Pastor John Hannah, founder and senior pastor of New Life, celebrated the opening of The Temple, a 100,000 square foot church that can also be used as a performing arts center. Photos by Tia Carol Jones

Pastor John Hannah, founder and senior pastor of New Life, celebrated the opening of The Temple, a 100,000 square foot church that can also be …

Published on October 12, 2021

2nd District of Illinois Congresswomen Robin Kelly

2nd District of Illinois Congresswomen Robin Kelly

Published on October 8, 2021

Cook County Commissioner Dennis Deer.  Photo provide Wyn-Win Communications

Cook County Commissioner Dennis Deer. Photo provide Wyn-Win Communications

Published on October 8, 2021

Published on October 8, 2021

Published on October 8, 2021

Calumet Township Supervisor/Illinois State Representative Robert “Bob” Rita and Staff

Calumet Township Supervisor/Illinois State Representative Robert “Bob” Rita and Staff

Published on October 7, 2021

Published on October 7, 2021

Photo courtesy of Getty Images

Photo courtesy of Getty Images

Published on October 6, 2021

Published on October 6, 2021

Derrick Johnson, president and CEO, the NAACP. 
PHOTO © 2021, COURTESY NAACP

Derrick Johnson, president and CEO, the NAACP. PHOTO © 2021, COURTESY NAACP

Published on October 6, 2021

PRNewsFoto/Jordan Rivers

PRNewsFoto/Jordan Rivers

Published on October 13, 2021

Award-winning actress Debbie Allen  Photo credit: PRNewsFoto/National Kidney Foundation

Award-winning actress Debbie Allen Photo credit: PRNewsFoto/National Kidney Foundation

Published on October 13, 2021

Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis Jr.

Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis Jr.

Published on October 6, 2021

Published on October 6, 2021

Gift of Hope Organ and Tissue Network has partnered with Malcolm X College to turn the former site of Independence Bank into a business office for Gift of Hope and a location that will have healthcare programs in connection with Malcolm X College. Photo provide by Gift of Hope

Gift of Hope Organ and Tissue Network has partnered with Malcolm X College to turn the former site of Independence Bank into a business office …

Published on October 6, 2021

President Barack Obama and Former First Lady Michelle Obama were joined by Illinois Governor JB Pritzker, Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot, and Aldermen Leslie Hairston and Greg Mitchell, for the groundbreaking of the Obama Presidents Center. Photo by Tia Carol Jones

President Barack Obama and Former First Lady Michelle Obama were joined by Illinois Governor JB Pritzker, Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot, and Aldermen Leslie Hairston and …

Published on October 6, 2021

Kristle and Kerese Millen are educators who created the Millen Twins Educator Awards to recognize those who dedicate their time to educate others and positively impact students’ lives. Photo provided by Felicia Apprey

Kristle and Kerese Millen are educators who created the Millen Twins Educator Awards to recognize those who dedicate their time to educate others and positively …

Published on October 6, 2021

LaGena Cain is the creator of Poise Beauty, a lifestyle and cosmetics brand, as well as co-owner of TreLa Brows. She also is the author of “A Poised Life.” Photo provided by Felicia Apprey

LaGena Cain is the creator of Poise Beauty, a lifestyle and cosmetics brand, as well as co-owner of TreLa Brows. She also is the author …

Published on October 6, 2021

Beulah Brent is the executive director of Sisters Working It Out, an organization that works to provide access to Breast Cancer resources to underrepresented communities. Photo provided by Beulah Brent

Beulah Brent is the executive director of Sisters Working It Out, an organization that works to provide access to Breast Cancer resources to underrepresented communities. …

Published on October 6, 2021

Published on October 6, 2021

Emmy winner Uzo Aduba, Stand Up To Cancer and Count Me In join forces
for new PSA campaign to encourage cancer patients to share their voices. PRNewsfoto/Stand Up To Cancer

Emmy winner Uzo Aduba, Stand Up To Cancer and Count Me In join forces for new PSA campaign to encourage cancer patients to share their …

Published on October 6, 2021

PRNewsFoto/ Official Black Wall Street

PRNewsFoto/ Official Black Wall Street

Published on October 6, 2021

Published on October 6, 2021

Published on October 6, 2021

PRNewsFoto/ New York & Company

PRNewsFoto/ New York & Company

Published on October 6, 2021

Black PR Wire

Black PR Wire

Published on October 6, 2021

Published on October 6, 2021

Published on October 4, 2021

Calumet City Hiring Police Officers – Calumet City Police Department Are Now Accepting Application for Police Officers.  Application Deadline: October 11, 202

Calumet City Hiring Police Officers – Calumet City Police Department Are Now Accepting Application for Police Officers. Application Deadline: October 11, 202

Published on October 2, 2021

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