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First Baptist, Gary’s Oldest Church, Makes History with Installation of First-ever Female Leadership

Installation Services for Pastor Nicole P. Guns Set for October 17 - 19, 2025 (Gary, IND) - History is on the horizon for Gary’s oldest...

Chef Ora of Café 322 Urban Bistro Hosts’ Taste of Black Excellence’ Featuring All-Female Guest Chefs

Nothing is better than entering an atmosphere filled with the comforting joy of a hot, home-cooked meal. On Saturday, September 7, in South Holland, the...

Gavin Jackson Unveils New Book, Mind + Grind: Blending Practical and Spiritual Strategies for Success.

Leader. Entrepreneur. Investor. Preacher. There are many ways to describe Gavin Jackson, and now a new title has been added to the list—author. Born out...

Chicago Defender Launches “Applause!” to Honor 25 Standout Non-Profit Leaders in Chicago and the Chicagoland area

The Chicago Defender proudly announces Applause!, a special commemorative publication celebrating 25 Standout Black Non-Profit Leaders who are making an extraordinary difference across Chicago...

Emmy Award-winning journalist and talk show host Samantha Chatman interviews TV icon TAMRON HALL

Emmy Award-winning journalist and talk show host Samantha Chatman interviews TV icon TAMRON HALL in her latest episode of Mama, I Made It! Before...

Meet the 25 Standout Non-Profit Leaders Changing Chicago and the Chicagoland area

In every city, there are people who raise their hands—not for recognition, not for applause, but simply because they see a need and cannot...

Perseverance Pays Off: Tanner Bell Kenwood Grad Awarded $709K in Scholarships and a Spot at U of I

As high school seniors prepare to step into the next chapter of their lives, the transition to college is often marked by excitement, discovery,...

City of Chicago Announces Full Schedule for 2025 Chicago Air & Water Show, Aug. 16-17

CHICAGO – The City of Chicago and Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) will present the 2025 Chicago Air & Water Show...

The Black Women’s Expo (BWE) is a powerful celebration of Black excellence, leadership, and legacy.

This year marked BWE’s 30th anniversary—a powerful milestone The Chicago Defender was proud to support as a longtime partner of the nation’s largest and...

When two South Side natives link up, you know the conversation is DIFFERENT.

Chicago News Anchor Samantha Chatman just released her interview with Common, and it’s the talk of the town! No topic was off limits -...
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