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What happened to Black History Month?

Does anyone know what happened to Black History Month? There was a time not too long ago when it seemed like wherever one turned, you couldn't help but see new facts about Black achievement. It was how students and adults alike got a deeper look into how

Actor Derrick Lee Weeden makes Chicago debut in Othello

William Shakespeare, the English playwright who became famous during the Elizabethan period, is considered one of the most phenomenal literary personalities in history. And Othello became one of his most spectacular romantic tragedies that primarily dealt

Voting mishaps were rare in Tuesday’s election

Oprah Winfrey, one day removed from the campaign trail, wasn't too busy to vote or to help Tuesday. Winfrey, who has campaigned for U.S. Sen. Barack Obama (DIll.) in several key states, was home in Chicago voting when she apparently heard another voter wa

New but familiar face wins race in 26th

Considered by some in the political arena as Sen. Barack Obama's protégé,William D. Burns defeated Democratic incumbent Elga Jefferies to become the new state representative for the 26th District. “I knew he had it in him,” said

Designer Tracy Reese updates her frocks with modern prints

NEW YORK - Tracy Reese's refined look returned to New York Fashion Week Sunday in a series of ladylike outfits that were just edgy enough to advance the designer's signature style. Thanks to some bright colors, asymmetrical details and a mix of unexpected

Va. Union hoop coach to CIAA Hall of Fame

Legendary Virginia Union men's basketball coach Dave Robbins is among eight people that have been selected for induction into the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association John McLendon Hall of Fame. Induction ceremonies will take place Feb. 29 in Char

JRW LL to celebrate special season

When the Jackie Robinson West Little League season begins May 18, it will be the beginning of what will be a special year for the league. This season, the league will be celebrating the 25th anniversary of the 1983 11-12 year old all-star team that reache

Youth artist with Down Syndrome paints an indelible

HARLEM, N.Y. - As a new year begins, 17-year-old artist Haile King-Rubie looks back on 2007 with a great sense of happiness, satisfaction and pride.

Blacks have important stake in environmental issues

INDIANAPOLIS - Trying to pay the mortgage, helping their kids stay in school, working two jobs to feed a family of five - some believe African Americans living in urban areas have too much on their plate to care about environmental issues.

In African village, the sound of modernity

GONO, Mali - I sat on a palmfrond mat with two friends, waiting for the charcoal stove to bring the tea to a boil as the sun set over a nearby cliff. The call to evening prayer rang out over the village ù an echoing man's voice punctuated only by singsong

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