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Enjoy Black Yacht Weekend with Meridian Private Yachts

Danielle Sanders - July 22, 2022

Meridian Private Yachts, a family-owned business established by former electrician Clifton Bishop, is one of the Chicago corporations participating in Black Yacht Weekend. Clifton...

Chicago Artist, Taylor Bennett Comes of Age with New Album

Danielle Sanders - July 22, 2022

Taylor Bennett is a multi-genre artist on the national scene who still credits his hometown of Chicago for much of his musical inspiration. His...

WNBA Star, Candace Parker unveils new Adidas “ACE” -Part II Collection

Danielle Sanders - July 20, 2022

Adidas Basketball continued its ongoing commitment to elevate women in the sport during the WNBA All-Star Weekend. All Stars Candace Parker, Nneka Ogwumike, and...

Voting Begins for the IHeartMedia Chicago The “Brilliantly Black Business Awards”

Danielle Sanders - July 19, 2022

In June 2020, iHeartMedia Chicago launched “Brilliantly Black” as a community resource initiative to support local Black-owned businesses, restaurants, and non-profits. Each radio station...

Soul Singer, Leela James Speaks with the Chicago Defender

Danielle Sanders - July 15, 2022

Managing Editor, @daniesandersofficial spoke with Soul singer, @leelajamesofficial about her upcoming projects, how she stays relevant in an ever-changing industry and what fans can...

“Lift Every Voice” Celebrates Elders Who Paved the Way

Danielle Sanders - July 15, 2022

Before “Black Excellence” was a term, Black people were excelling and paving the way for future generations. The new book, “Lift Every Voice: A...

Same Vibe. Different Location. The Silver Room Block Party Returns

Danielle Sanders - July 11, 2022

After a two-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Silver Room Block Party returns this weekend, July 16th and 17th. Now in its...

From Addict to Advocate, Chicago Woman Defeats Addiction with help from CTA and MAT treatment.

Danielle Sanders - July 8, 2022

We don’t always get second chances in life but when we do, the results can be life-altering. Evelyn B’s story is one of survival,...

One on One with Illinois Governor, JB Pritzker

Danielle Sanders - July 6, 2022

The Chicago Defender spoke with Illinois Governor, JB Pritzker after the primary about what's at stake for Illinois voters this election. https://youtu.be/sjNxy-f9TsM