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Black singles with college education embrace life without marriage

The Conversation - April 9, 2023

by Kris Marsh, University of Maryland Why is it seemingly OK to ask single people “Why are you single?” when married people are rarely asked...

Teaching myself to be unbothered: My Black Women’s History Month lesson 30 years in the making.

Pittsburgh's Public Source - March 26, 2023

First-person essay by Tahirah J. Walker My wish for Women’s History Month (and my birthday) this year was to be what many folks call “unbothered.”...

‘How I overcame self-destruction with art’

Site Editor - March 20, 2023

Zelitra Peterson has tapped into her creativity during a journey in which art, she said, saved her life. (Photo: George W. Tillman Jr./The New...

Turning 50? Here are 4 things you can do to improve your health and well-being

The Conversation - February 18, 2023

Getty Images by Jay Maddock, Texas A&M University When the ball dropped on New Year’s Eve to mark the beginning of 2023, I came to grips...

Leaving for Ghana—the final countdown to freedom

Courier Newsroom - October 23, 2022

ACCRA, GHANA. ACCRA IS THE LARGEST CITY IN GHANA. Pittsburgh resident Jay Donaldson is heading back to Ghana—for good by “Papa J X”, Jay Donaldson, For...

New Rolls-Royce Ghost x St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort Equals Pure Luxury In Miami

Atlanta Daily World - October 18, 2022

Experienced by Kimatni Rawlins It was an auspicious time approaching as we were set to celebrate our 18th wedding anniversary in a quasi-tropical setting in...

Avondale Community To Welcome New Fine Dining Bistro, With Creole Inspired Cuisine”

Site Editor - October 11, 2022

Chicago’s North Side is certainly becoming a hub for fantastic eateries. The Avondale community is adding yet another to their growing list of greats....

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...

Kids Summer Camp and Jam Festival

Liz Lampkin, Contributing Writer - July 15, 2022

Music is an essential part of life. It’s an expression of love, trials, and triumphs. It brings life to those who create it, dance...

Chicago LGBT Hall of Fame Beneficiary of Chicago Black Pride Event

Site Editor - June 17, 2022

The Chicago LGBT Hall of Fame announced that it will be the beneficiary of the Black Pride Event being produced by Chicago Urban Pride,...