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The Carr Report: Before you say ‘I Do’…..Do this

Damon Carr - October 21, 2025

Love is a beautiful thing, fam. It’s that spark that makes your heart race, your palms sweat, and your dreams feel like they’re finally...

The Carr Report: Beginner stock strategies that actually build wealth (without losing sleep!)

Danielle Sanders - October 1, 2025

Let’s keep it real. You’re tired of watching your money crawl in a savings account while the market runs laps. The wealthy aren’t necessarily...

National Blackout Day(s) Flex Black Economic Power, Fight

Word In Black - February 27, 2025

Screenshot from The 24-Hour Economic Blackout video on YouTube. This post was originally published on Defender Network On Feb. 28, National Blackout Day seeks to demonstrate...

Financial Literacy and Generational Wealth: How Chicago Treasurer Melissa Conyears-Ervin Empowers Underserved Communities

Marshelle Sanders - February 23, 2025

Chicago City Treasurer Melissa Conyears-Ervin (Photo Credit: Chicago City Treasurer's Office) BHM MoveMakers: Black Chicagoans Doing Big Things – Stories highlighting individuals in our city...

The Carr Report: Financial touchdowns and fumbles…What you need to know this week

Damon Carr - February 19, 2025

In personal finance, just like in life, things are always changing. One day, you’re cruising through the airport lounge sipping complimentary cocktails, and the...

8 Years & 8 Reasons to Join The TRiiBE CON

Site Editor - February 15, 2025

February 15 will mark the 8th anniversary of The TRiiBE, an award-winning independent news outlet reshaping the narrative of Black Chicago in pursuit of...

Valerie Jarrett to Receive Lifetime Achievement Award at 2025 Women Of Excellence Event

Tacuma Roeback, Managing Editor - February 13, 2025

Valerie Jarrett (Photo Credit: Obama Foundation). Trailblazers Unite to Celebrate the Leadership and Impact of Exemplary Black Women at the Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk on...

The Carr Report: Drowning in debt? How to escape America’s debt crisis

Damon Carr - February 12, 2025

IT IS IMPORTANT TO KNOW YOUR RIGHTS to be able to reduce the amount of your debt and its adverse consequences. Photo Credit: Wayhome...

Keiana Barrett Takes the Helm at the Business Leadership Council

Site Editor - February 11, 2025

Keiana Barrett (Photo Provided). The Business Leadership Council (BLC), the Chicago area’s premier organization of black corporate leaders and entrepreneurs, proudly announces the appointment of...

Keke Palmer Named Creme of Nature’s Chief Brand Officer, Honoring Black Hair Legacy in Chicago

Marshelle Sanders - February 7, 2025

Revlon General Chandra Coleman, Creme of Nature Co-Founder Theodore Ted Manuel and new Chief Brand Officer Keke Palmer (Photo Credit: Tacuma Roeback). BHM Living Legends:...