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Branden Jacobs-Jenkins’ Purpose, Premiered at Steppenwolf Theatre, Wins 2025 Pulitzer Prize for Drama

Branden Jacobs-Jenkins (Photo Credit: John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation). Chicago’s Steppenwolf Theatre Company is once again at the center of national acclaim. Playwright...

Syleena Johnson on Chicago Soul, ‘The Chi’ Supergroup, and Honoring Her Father’s Legacy

Syleena Johnson (Photo Provided). Given her accomplishments, longevity and gifts, there is ample evidence to declare Syleena Johnson as “one of one,” a rarity, a...

‘Hot Flashes and Cool Conversations’: Chicago Event Kicks Off National Menopause Tour

Tanya Bennett, founder of Hot Flashes and Cool Conversations Foundation, with Cook County Commissioner Donna Miller (Photo Provided).  Women from across the city gathered at...

‘RHOP’ Star Karen Huger To Serve One Year In Prison For DUI Crash

Real Housewives of Potomac star Karen Huger will serve one year in prison for driving under the influence (DUI) after she crashed her car...

Jerry Butler, Soul Legend and Former Cook County Commissioner, Dies at 85

Photo Credit: Wikimedia Commons They called Jerry Butler the “Iceman” for his cool, velvety voice. But the world-renowned singer, songwriter, producer, and lifelong Chicagoan embodied...

This Week In Black History Feb 19-25, 2025

FEBRUARY 19   1919—The “first” Pan African Congress is held bringing together prominent Blacks from throughout the world to chart a program for Black unity and...

‘Hot Flashes And Cool Conversations: The Menopause Chronicles’ Tour Kicks Off In Chicago, Feb. 23

Tanya Bennett, founder of the Hot Flashes and Cool Conversations Foundation (Photo Provided). The Hot Flashes and Cool Conversations Foundation, PUSH 365 Event Group LLC,...

Christina Anthony Brings a Fresh Take to Miss Scarlet in ‘CLUE’ at Chicago’s CIBC Theatre

Christina Anthony (Photo Courtesy of Broadway In Chicago) When actress, comedian and writer Christina Anthony hits the CIBC Theatre stage, it will truly be one...

14 Exciting Valentine’s Day Date Ideas in Chicago: Food, Music & Adventure

Photo Credit: Getty Images Valentine’s Day is here, and it’s time to break free from the ordinary. Skip the tired flowers and predictable dinners. Chicago...

‘Policy: A Family Business’ Brings Black Chicago’s Hidden History to the Stage

Policy: A Family Business, a powerful stage production at the Harold Washington Cultural Center, explores the largely untold history of Black entrepreneurship through Chicago’s...
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