Barack Obama accused the Trump administration of targeting Rep. Ilhan Omar over her criticism of President Donald Trump, challenging the allegations behind the citizenship investigation and warning of consequences for future administrations.

Hope Chicago celebrated five years of providing debt-free college pathways to local families at a gala that raised $1.5 million. The organization now plans to focus on strengthening ties between education and employment in Illinois.

The official release of an A$AP Rocky deep cut, a deluxe edition by Tierra Whack and Afropop by OWO highlight this week's new music roundup.

Chicago’s hotel strike is expanding, with workers at the Hilton Chicago and Hyatt Regency Chicago joining an ongoing labor dispute over wages, healthcare, pensions...

Jury selection has begun in the federal hate crimes trial of Payton Gendron, the white supremacist who killed 10 Black people in a racially motivated shooting at a Buffalo supermarket in 2022. Gendron, who is already serving life in prison, could face the federal death penalty if convicted.

Attorneys for Brian Flores criticized a Las Vegas Raiders recruiting memo for relying on racial stereotypes when evaluating the former Miami Dolphins head coach. The memo also cited Flores’ ongoing discrimination lawsuit against the NFL as a potential distraction.

Faith leaders will gather at Evening Star Missionary Baptist Church on Monday for a get-out-the-vote event, followed by a march to the nearby Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center.

There is something troubling about the economic condition of Black America that deserves more attention than it receives. We are living in a generation...

After a $20 million renovation, the Malcolm X College West Campus is reopening on Madison Street, featuring a new community center and increased capacity for local students.

Former Dallas police officer Amber Guyger was released from prison after serving seven years of her 10-year sentence for murdering Botham Jean. She will remain under parole supervision until 2029 and faces restrictions on travel, residency and contact with Jean’s family.

Charlotte-Mecklenburg police found no evidence that racist texts exchanged by six officers affected enforcement or criminal cases. Three officers resigned, and three others face termination.

Median wealth among Black households fell 25% between 2022 and 2025, dropping to $36,800 as White, Hispanic and Asian households saw their median wealth increase, according to a new analysis of Federal Reserve data.