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UNCF To Honor Eight At ‘A Mind Is…’ Gala, June 15

As a major event during the year-long 80th anniversary celebration of UNCF (United Negro College Fund), UNCF Chicago will recognize seven extraordinary individuals and...

The Chi’s Curtiss Cook On Black Male Mental Health And His Role As ‘Douda’

Curtiss Cook of The Chi sheds light on his portrayal of Douda and how that prompted him to advocate for Black men's mental health...

Exclusive: Lil Rel Howery On Why ‘We Grown Now’ Is A Chicago Love Letter

Lil Rel Howery plays Jason in We Grown Now (Photo courtesy of Sony Pictures). In case you haven't heard, Netflix recently released an animated reboot...

Former CPS Student Che ‘Rhymefest’ Smith Talks Chicago School Board Run

Che Rhymefest Smith (Photo Provided). Writer, rapper, artist, activist, entrepreneur, teacher and leader—these words aptly describe Che "Rhymefest" Smith.  Born and raised on the South Side...

Joe Turner’s Come And Gone: A Cultural Gem Plays At The Goodman

A scene from August Wilson's "Joe Turner’s Come And Gone" (Credit Liz Lauren). The stage is set for an unforgettable journey of self-discovery and resilience...

Michelle Williams is Set to Dazzle in ‘Death Becomes Her’ at Cadillac Palace Theatre

Michelle Williams is back where she belongs, on stage for a Broadway-bound production.  Sure, she's renowned for being a core member of a famous female...

Detroit Breaks Day-One NFL Draft Attendance Record with 275,000-Plus Spectators

The passion of football fans knows no bounds, and it's evident in the way that more than 275,000 people packed into downtown Detroit Thursday...

NFL Drafts Prospects Flaunt Their Style on the Red Carpet at the Fox Theatre in Detroit

On a night where just 13 NFL prospects showed up to attend the 2024 NFL Draft in Detroit, the pre-show red carpet attend was...

Shark Tank’s Daymond John Visits Brunson School to Share Latest Book

Excitement filled the air at Brunson Math & Science Specialty School as Daymond John, renowned entrepreneur, philanthropist, and Shark Tank's very own, prepared to...

The Clark Sisters to Headline 2024 Chicago Gospel Music Festival with Stellar Lineup

The Clark Sisters, The First Ladies of Gospel Music, will headline the 2024 Chicago Gospel Music Festival.  Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Chicago Department of...
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