This news should come as no surprise, but the Chicago Bears’ biggest social media influencer is quarterback Justin Fields. This information comes from sports betting site bookmakers.bet,...
Photos by Debonair Studio Thanks to caring and committed people, some Chicago-area foster children will have luggage to call their own. The Will County Black Diamond...
Proviso Leyden Council for Community Action, Inc. (PLCCA) is delighted to announce the unveiling of the Merri Dee Youth Technology Lab, a tribute to the esteemed...
Photo: Getty Images Former Harvard professor and academic activist Cornel West is making a bid for the 2024 presidency. On Monday (June 5), West announced on...
Photo: Birmingham Police Department A missing Black woman’s body was found burning in Alabama woods after she allegedly went to make a Facebook Marketplace purchase, CNN...
Claressa Shields dominated in the boxing ring over the weekend as she faced her opponent in 10 rounds in front crowd of nearly 12,000 fans. It...
Dorvel Offord has worked for ComEd for over 24 years, holding key positions within the company, including his current role as Director of Electric Operations. However,...
Last week, Mayor Brandon Johnson appointed Mary Richardson-Lowry as the Corporation Counsel for the City of Chicago. In this vital role, Richardson-Lowry will serve as the...
Nine small Illinois nonprofits, including organizations in Chicago, are sharing $175,000 in grant funds through the Charitable Trust Stabilization Program, which is managed by Illinois State...
Featured Artists will Highlight Chicago’s Variety of Styles, Talent and Iconic Festivals The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) announced that the “Chi on the Fly” summer...
No other term captures the vibe, energy or essence of Chicago in the Summer like #SummerTimeChi, coined by native son Kanye West. Speaking of which, our #SummerTimeChi...
The persistent wave of violence on our city streets continues to haunt us every day. In 2022 alone, over 950 lives were tragically lost in Chicago,...
The Taylor Swift concerts at Soldier Field may be the biggest thing going this weekend, but that doesn’t mean they’re the best. Taylor is cool, but...
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Photos by Tito Garcia (@gotit_lens) Tweet embodies the infamous Notorious B.I.G. lyric “To all the ladies in the place with style and grace….” The legendary songstress...
by Dwight Brown film critic for DwightBrownInk.com and NNPA News Wire (***1/2) Buckle up, Spider-Man fans. What feels like a barrage of one billion cartoon images...
Stylish & Fit is thrilled to announce the arrival of The Big Reveal, an extraordinary event from their Lifestyle of Vitality Challenge, to the vibrant Chicagoland...
Aréanah Preston will be laid to rest. A wake for the fallen Chicago police officer will take place this afternoon, followed by her funeral, which will occur...
Doug Williams was drafted by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 1978, making him the first Black quarterback picked in the first round of the NFL draft....
Brandon Johnson didn’t waste any time. Hours after being sworn in as Chicago’s 57th Mayor, he signed executive orders to boost youth employment and establish three...
Brandon Johnson delivered an inauguration address that primarily centered on inclusivity and collaboration, which will inform how he plans to confront Chicago’s most pressing issues. “That...
On Monday, Brandon Johnson will be sworn in as the 57th mayor of Chicago at Credit Union 1 Arena (UIC Pavilion). Tickets to attend his inauguration...
THE CHICAGO DEFENDER — As you wind down this Mother’s Day with us, please get to know these four incredible women who happen to be killing...
For Mother’s Day weekend, the Chicago Defender shares stories of dynamic Black women thriving in their careers and providing loving guidance for their families. Correy Bell...
For Mother’s Day weekend, the Chicago Defender shares stories of dynamic Black women thriving in their careers and providing loving guidance for their families. by Debra...