COVID-19 Archives

Coronavirus Forces Families to Consider Alternative Forms of Education.

Sabrina Catlett, Contributing Writer - June 22, 2020

The school year is ending, and Chicago families are preparing for a long summer. The pandemic emphasized the gravity of the digital divide and...

100 Black Men of Chicago and The Impact of COVID 19 on Youth Education and Resources for Parents and Students

Christa Carter-Williams, Contributing Writer - June 15, 2020

Thursday, June 11, the 100 Black Men of Chicago brought us another informative virtual town hall meeting hosted by reputable broadcast journalist Darryl Dennard...

Returning to the Gym during COVID-19

Shera Strange, Contributing Writer - June 13, 2020

As gyms begin to reopen, many wonder if it is safe or wise to return. A gym is a place where community transmission is...

The Southside Art Center Delivering Art Kits and Hosting Virtual Art Therapy During the Pandemic.

Christa Carter-Williams, Contributing Writer - June 12, 2020

During times when the entire world is suffering, many organizations are doing their part in making sure their communities have access to what they...

100 Black Men of Chicago Virtual Town Hall Meeting Shed Light on the Cares Act

Christa Carter-Williams, Contributing Writer - May 30, 2020

Every Thursday, 100 Black Men of Chicago hosts live town hall meetings to help its community understand different topics related to COVID-19. Last Thursday,...

Volunteer with My Block, My Hood, My City This Weekend

Tammy Gibson (SankofaTravelHer) - May 29, 2020

My Block, My Hood, My City, a non-profit organization, is looking for volunteers this weekend to pass out M3 Care Kits to senior citizens...

The Party Won’t Be The Same: The State of Black Chicago Nightlife-Pt. 1

Danielle Sanders - May 28, 2020

“Just Got Paid, its Friday Night”…After a long day of work, you come home, shower and change and head to your favorite neighborhood club...

Love in Quarantine

Liz Lampkin, Contributing Writer - May 27, 2020

Socializing as we know it has changed. Date nights, nightlife, day parties, and an all-time favorite brunch have become things of the past for...

Black Business Boom is Helping Small Black-Owned Businesses Pivot during Covid-19

LaToya Wright, Contributing Writer - May 26, 2020

While the nation fights to "flatten the curve" of Covid-19, Danielle McGee, CEO of Black Business Boom, has found a way to help small...

Oprah’s COVID-19 Relief Fund Donates $5 million to Chicago

LaToya Wright, Contributing Writer - May 22, 2020

Media juggernaut Oprah Winfrey announced her charity is donating 12 million dollars to organizations helping under-served communities during COVID-19 in places she calls home. ...