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George Blakeney, Jr., is a professional basketball player and entrepreneur who founded You Can Foundation as a way to increase opportunities for young people
to reach their goals. PHOTO PROVIDED BY AILEEN BEDEAU

George Blakeney, Jr., is a professional basketball player and entrepreneur who founded You Can Foundation as a way to increase opportunities for young people to …

Published on February 9, 2022

– Steve White, president, special counsel to CEO of Comcast, has written a book, “Uncompromising,” with stories of successful people that he hopes will inspire people to believe they can achieve. Photo provided by Chris Baker

– Steve White, president, special counsel to CEO of Comcast, has written a book, “Uncompromising,” with stories of successful people that he hopes will inspire …

Published on February 9, 2022

Published on February 9, 2022

Melvin Thompson is the executive director of Endeleo Institute, an organization that is looking to revitalize the 95th Street Corridor with businesses. Photo provided by Kimberley Rudd

Melvin Thompson is the executive director of Endeleo Institute, an organization that is looking to revitalize the 95th Street Corridor with businesses. Photo provided by …

Published on February 9, 2022

Nikkita Randle is the creator of Twisted Egg Roll, a business she started from her love of food and travel. Her passion for cooking led her to create egg rolls with bold flavors.  PHOTOS PROVIDED BY CHRISTI LOVE

Nikkita Randle is the creator of Twisted Egg Roll, a business she started from her love of food and travel. Her passion for cooking led …

Published on February 9, 2022

Published on February 9, 2022

The American King Movie starring Akon. PRNewsFoto

The American King Movie starring Akon. PRNewsFoto

Published on February 9, 2022

Mariah Danielle Muskin photo provided by Cubs organization

Mariah Danielle Muskin photo provided by Cubs organization

Published on February 9, 2022

Calumet City Mayor and Illinois State Representative Thaddeus Jones-of the 29th Legislative District welcomes visitors to the Mobile Mobile Museum of Tolerance this past Tuesday, during the opening of the Tour for Black History Month.

Calumet City Mayor and Illinois State Representative Thaddeus Jones-of the 29th Legislative District welcomes visitors to the Mobile Mobile Museum of Tolerance this past Tuesday, …

Published on February 9, 2022

With her Faith Village Research Lab, Fayron Epps, Ph. D, an Emory University
nurse-scientist, is conducting faith-based research and creating dementia-friendly
congregations in the in the African American community. PHOTO COURTESY: FAYRON EPPS, PH.D.

With her Faith Village Research Lab, Fayron Epps, Ph. D, an Emory University nurse-scientist, is conducting faith-based research and creating dementia-friendly congregations in the in …

Published on February 9, 2022

Melanie Whaley is the owner of Essential Elements, a boutique located at 1640 E. 87th St. During the pandemic she pivoted to selling leisure wear and masks
and engaged supported by creating a private Facebook group called Essential Mavens. PHOTOS PROVIDED BY JULIE THORSON

Melanie Whaley is the owner of Essential Elements, a boutique located at 1640 E. 87th St. During the pandemic she pivoted to selling leisure wear …

Published on February 9, 2022

Dr. Sanja Rickette Stinson, (pictured) CEO of Matthew House Chicago is heading to Super Bowl LXI this weekend in Los Angeles, CA.  The trip is a gift to her from Chicago Bears All-Pro Linebacker Roquan Smith, the Chicago Bears and the NFL in recognition of the tireless work she and the organization perform for the homeless men, women and children in Chicago. Photo provided by Cheryl Mainor

Dr. Sanja Rickette Stinson, (pictured) CEO of Matthew House Chicago is heading to Super Bowl LXI this weekend in Los Angeles, CA. The trip is …

Published on February 9, 2022

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