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On the Front Porch: We’ve Killed Bill; Now Keep Your Eyes on Camille

I, like many of you, grew up watching “The Cosby Show.”  I was hooked on the sitcom from Day One, Episode One.  The program...

This is Not Personal

    This is not the first time I've heard political operatives admit to being upset at individuals like me and other Black media voices for...

On the Front Porch: Splish Splash

Summer has ended her heated love affair with the Windy City.  Sunny soirees are waving goodbye to Chicago residents, as they pack up their...

What I Learned About Forgiveness

    Speaking from personal experience, the whole concept of forgiveness was something that made me absolutely crazy, and I didn’t really apply it until I...

Chicago Police Department’s Gang Database Raises Concerns

By Todd St Hill and Tyler Zimmer Public scrutiny of the Chicago Police Department’s so-called “gang database” is increasing with each passing day—and that’s exactly...

Pandora’s Box Has Been Opened 

    Over the last week, the world has been, again, discussing Chicago's perceived violence problem. This same excitement and attention around my city's' hyped-up wild-wild...

On the Front Porch: R-E-S-P-E-C-T, What Does That Word Mean to Me?

I, too, like many of you, am very familiar with the term RESPECT. the gospel-tinged, guttural bellows of the late, great Aretha Franklin.  Most...

Past Racial Terror

    Let me apologize in advance, but for the last time. My new mission will be to never let the past horrors of slavery and...

The Kingdom Kees to Promotion: Listening To God and Finding Your Voice

      This article is an excerpt written by Minister Quiana Kee for the forthcoming anthology “Kingdom Women: Powerful, Purposeful and Precious” – a collection of...

#OnFacts: Insecure–It’s Not Just A Television Series

Being a Digital Marketing Specialist, social media is where I have to spend a great deal of time. All too often, I notice posts...
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