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Chicago Defender 2025 Man of the Year: Chief Quention Curtis Appointed Fire Chief of the Village of Dolton, Stepping Boldly into His Winning Season

Nicole Joseph - October 9, 2025

Chicago Defender’s 2025 Man of the Year, Quention Curtis, is in what many would call his winning season. Though he’s had many accomplishments over...

Building a Village Where Black Men Can Heal — And You Can Help.. TMH MANCAVE in Chicago, IL

monique roberson - October 2, 2025

Sometimes the most powerful movements start with the smallest spark that turns into a very bright light. This month, I sat down with the team...

Mayor Brandon Johnson and UNCF Chicago Host 2025 Benefit Reception to Support Students

The Chicago Defender - February 5, 2025

Mayor Brandon Johnson and the United Negro College Fund (UNCF) are joining forces to support students in Chicago. On Thursday, Feb. 6, the 2025...

Celebrating 100 Years: Myles Lee Reed Sr.’s Legacy on Chicago’s South Side

Tacuma Roeback, Managing Editor - January 28, 2025

Myles Lee Reed Sr. recently celebrated his 100th birthday on the South Side, surrounded by family and friends (Photo Credit: Tacuma R. Roeback). A Black...

Delta Sigma Theta’s CMAC Hosts Impact Week 2025: Celebrating 112 Years of Service and Activism

Staff Report - January 17, 2025

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority’s 112th Founders Day Celebrated with “Impact Week 2025 (Photo Provided). The Chicago Metropolitan Alumnae Chapter (CMAC) of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority,...

Aris Singleton of tgin Honored on Black Enterprise’s ‘40 Under 40’ List

Tacuma Roeback, Managing Editor - January 8, 2025

Aris Singleton (Photo Provided). Chicago’s own Aris Singleton, the CEO of Thank God It’s Natural (tgin) and a 2024 Chicago Defender Women of Excellence honoree,...

Derrick Rose Honored at United Center: A Night of Reflection, Gratitude and Legacy

Marshelle Sanders - January 7, 2025

Relive Derrick Rose Night at the United Center as the youngest NBA MVP reflects on his journey, legacy, and contributions to Chicago (Photo Credit:...

Chicago Budget Vote Delayed, Raising Shutdown Fears

Tacuma Roeback, Managing Editor - December 13, 2024

The city’s budget vote, scheduled for Friday morning, has been delayed until Monday at 1 p.m. The City Council voted 32-17 to recess the meeting...

Mayor Harold Washington’s Enduring Legacy Honored at Annual Wreath-Laying Ceremony

Tacuma Roeback, Managing Editor - November 26, 2024

Members of the Mayor Harold Washington Legacy Committee present a wreath at the former mayor's gravesite at Oak Woods Cemetery (Photo Credit: Tacuma R....

Q&A Part 1: Deputy Mayor on Chicago Ending ShotSpotter and City’s Next Steps

Tacuma Roeback, Managing Editor - October 4, 2024

ShotSpotter and Deputy Mayor of Community Safety Garien Gatewood (Photo Credits: chicagojustice.org and Chicago Mayor's Office). This Sunday marks two weeks since Chicago officially ended...