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Men Of Excellence

Sip & Savor Owner, Trez Pugh on Finding Opportunity in the Midst of Crisis.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, many businesses, mostly small businesses, were forced to close. Small companies took a significant hit during the pandemic. Now that...

Walmart Hires Black Businesses for New Training Center in Chatham.

Recently, Walmart announced plans to build a state-of-the-art Training Center in the Chatham community. In addition, Walmart recently selected Milhouse Engineering and Construction, a...

Erwin McEwen, Former DCFS Director, Discusses Trauma in the Black Community.

Erwin McEwen, the former Director of Children and Family Services, has dedicated over 20 years of service to families in Illinois. Since leaving office...

Chicago Notables to attend Red Carpet Celebration Featuring Chicago Philanthropist, Early Walker.

Early Walker, Owner of W&W Towing  will be joined by hundreds of elected officials, entertainers, and other notables as they will walk the red...

The Chicago Football Classic Is More Than A Game; It An Opportunity For Chicago Black Youth To Pursue An Higher Education

For 23-years, the city of Chicago has been the home for one of the biggest college football games in the country, the Chicago Football...

Men of Excellence 2020 – Digital Ceremony is here!

  Each year, the Chicago Defender takes great pride in recognizing African American men in our community who inspire others through excellence, vision, leadership, exceptional...

Chicago Defender’s Black Men of Excellence honored in a Special VIP Social Distancing Ceremony

For the past 13 years, the Chicago Defender has honored 50 black men who excel in their careers and give back to their communities....

Black-Owned Drive-in Theater Offers an Old School Solution for Fun While Social Distancing, plus a Chicago Defender Exclusive

Big screen? Loud Sounds? Outdoors? Family & Friends Packed in One Car? Popular Movies? Double Features? Date Night? Concessions? Did you instantly think of...

Men of Excellence 2020 – POSTPONED

The Chicago Defender has been monitoring the ongoing health crisis, and due to the growing concern surrounding the spread of COVID-19, we have decided...

Why We Honor Men of Excellence

Each year, the Chicago Defender takes great pride in recognizing African American men in our community who inspire others through excellence, vision, leadership, exceptional achievements, and a vast commitment...
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