City
Evan F. Moore Wins Lisagor Award for Chicago Defender Column on Caleb Williams
By: Tacuma Roeback, Chicago Defender Managing Editor
Hundreds Attend Free Brain Health Day in Chicago to Combat Alzheimer’s Disparities
By: The Chicago Defender
Gun Violence is a Systemic Issue. Real-Time Intelligence Can Help Us Address It.
By: Special to The Chicago Defender
Legacy in Love: Dr. Mattie Jo Redefines Motherhood Through Faith, Leadership, and Unconditional Support
By: Inez Woody
Entertainment
Behind the Curtain: Claudia Jordan and Flex Alexander Bring Laughs, Love, and Real Talk to ‘Games Women Play’ in Chicago
By: Inez Woody
Branden Jacobs-Jenkins’ Purpose, Premiered at Steppenwolf Theatre, Wins 2025 Pulitzer Prize for Drama
By: The Chicago Defender
Smokey Robinson Accused Of Sexual Battery & Assault By Former Employees
By: Black Information Network
Kamala Harris Makes Surprise Appearance At 2025 Met Gala
By: Black Information Network
City, Life, Style
Why We Are Excited About the Met Gala’s Celebration of Black Dandyism
By: Special to The Chicago Defender
K-Love the Poet on Love, Legacy, and Finding Purpose After 40
By: Monique Roberson
From CNA to Comedy Star: Cousin Tiera’s Rise from West Side Chicago to Viral Fame and Sold-Out Shows
By: Inez Woody
She Owns It, She Biz 2025: Chicago Conference Celebrates and Empowers Black Women Leaders
By: Nicole Joseph
Politics
Tougaloo College Faces Threats After Jasmine Crockett’s Commencement Speech
By: Black Information Network
Robin Kelly Launches Senate Bid to Succeed Dick Durbin, Citing Experience and Grit
By: Tacuma Roeback, Chicago Defender Managing Editor
Mayor Sheila Chalmers-Currin Wins Third Term in Matteson, Celebrates Economic Revival and Visionary Leadership
By: Site Editor
Judge Blocks Trump Administration’s Cuts to COVID Education Funds After Raoul, States Sue
By: The Chicago Defender
National
Newark Mayor Ras Baraka Arrested At ICE Facility
By: Black Information Network
Tougaloo College Faces Threats After Jasmine Crockett’s Commencement Speech
By: Black Information Network
Pope Leo XIV’s Black, Creole Roots Revealed
By: Black Information Network
Robin Kelly Launches Senate Bid to Succeed Dick Durbin, Citing Experience and Grit
By: Tacuma Roeback, Chicago Defender Managing Editor