With the constant stream of negative headlines coming out of Chicago, the contributions of everyday citizens, particularly in urban areas, are over overlooked. Chicago is not just the…
Summertime Chi is unofficially over, but the party’s not. September is poppin’ with lots of cool events to get into. Check out these 10 Events You Should Look…
For years, the Shedd Aquarium has been a go-to destination for after-work jazz with its summertime Jazzin’ at the Shedd series. This fall, the Shedd is upping its…
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…
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…
Spring is almost here, and it’s time to end that winter hibernation. Fortunately, there are great events brewing to take you into the season right. Here are the 7…
It’s hard to believe we’ve already reached the end of 2017. Where did the time go? Let’s commit to ending the year on an “up” note, shall we?…