PHE Founder and CEO Veleda Simpson When Veleda Simpson became a mother, she knew early on that she wanted to provide the best possible educational opportunities to her daughter. Although she had earned both bachelors’…
Can you believe it’s August already? Yikes! The end of Summertime Chi is drawing near. Fortunately, there are tons of great activities to enjoy and end the…
The mega-success of films like Black Panther has proven to many what Black folk have already known- that Blacks can be a successful and viable force in front of, or…
When Chicagoan Kerry James Marshall’s painting Past Times sold for $21.1 million this May at Sotheby’s, it stunned the art world. The purchase was the highest price ever…
According to Inc.com, “African-American entrepreneurs own more than 2.6 million firms and are building some of the nation’s fastest-growing companies.” Black women are the fastest growing group of…
It can be tough keeping kids entertained during the summer months, but Chicago has got you covered. Whether you are looking for educational opportunities, or just plain fun;…
Temps are rising, and if you haven’t already, NOW is the time to get out and enjoy our beautiful city. So many options, so little time. Here are…
In recognition of Black Music Month, we honor the vast contributions of African-Americans to American music. From jazz to rock to hip-hop, the African- American influence on music…
June is Black Music Month and it’s the perfect kickoff to a very hot concert season. From hip-hop with Kendrick Lamar to reggae with Ziggy Marley, there’s a…