These two innovators met when Coodie, a passionate Chicago-born storyteller, needed an artist, New Orleans-born Chike, to produce a trailer for Coodie’s documentary about Kanye West’s life, while accurately reflecting the African American culture. Within [...]
Lynn: How do you envision this honor impacting your business? “I realize I am an example of what is possible from a modest beginning. . .We will always be a purpose-filled space for people of [...]
The 2020 Census is not your mom and dad’s census, as it is more than a population count. It’s an opportunity to shape the future of Cook County.
Museum of Science and Industry Celebrating 50 Years of Black Creativity. Making HERstory Kim Foxx
Front Row Seated Left to Right: Denise Roy (Surfs Up Restaurants), Judge, Lloyd James Brooks, Damon Clark (City Alert), Myiti Sengstacke-Rice (BronzevilleLife & Chicago Defender Charities, CEO), Phi Lee (The Spin Artist), Sibyl Holloway [...]
In recognition of Black History Month, a new exhibition at the Field Museum will honor Carl W. Cotton’s legacy and celebrate the accomplishments of this unsung African American artist. Featuring taxidermy, interviews, archival footage and [...]
Legendary pastor Rev. Clay Evans, who founded one of Chicago’s historic black churches and served as a civil rights leader in the city, has passed away. Congressman Bobby L. Rush (D-ILL) says, “Reverend Clay Evans [...]
Q&A With Professional MUA Triphena Johnson Q: @JoyIrbySmith “When I look at pictures of myself, I see either puffy or darkness under my eyes. How can I brighten or correct this area? A: The saying [...]
By Erica Faye Watson @ericafayewatson Yohance Lacour began his work as a leather craftsman 10 years ago in an unlikely setting - prison. Prior to his incarceration, Yohance had been both an investigative reporter and an [...]
By Gina B. @GinaSpot In the 90s, there was a limited representation by Black designers. Co-founder, Mustafa Abdullah (AKA DJ Mustafa Rocks) was winding down his popular Brotha Man line of fashion headwear. Abdullah’s idea [...]
By Antawn Anderson Director of Marketing at Bronzeville Life and Bud Billiken Parade Coordinator, Antawn Anderson. The leaves have fallen, and the spring/summer fashion collections have made their grand duet at New York, [...]
I came across a quote the other day, “Give a man a degree and he eats for his lifetime, give a man business and his family eats for generations.” -anonymous. This resonated with me for [...]
CHICAGO - Today Mayor Lori E Lightfoot and Chicago Park District, General Superintendent and CEO Michael Kelly announced that the District has reached an agreement with SEIU Local 73, avoiding a work stoppage of 2400 [...]
On Monday, October 14, 2019, Quad Communities Development Corporation (QCDC) along with sponsors, Associated Bank, and The Chicago Community Trust will host “Women+Commerce+Community” in recognition of National Women’s Small Business Month. “Women+Commerce+Community” is the inaugural [...]
Jojayden will partner with the SOPHY® Hotel in celebration of its 1-year anniversary! Join us on October 22nd 7pm-9pm for a pilot launch of Tailor Made™, a curated event series featuring pairs of notable locals [...]
By Myiti Sengstacke-Rice Today is officially the first week that the Chicago Defender Newspaper has not printed in over 114 years. The headline, "Legendary Black Newspaper Prints Last Copy" hit me like a ton of [...]
With an excessive heat watch in effect starting today and continuing through the weekend, the Chicago Park District is reminding residents and visitors to take extra precautions and to stay informed about weather-related conditions. The [...]
The Chicago famed theatre and fine arts organization, eta Creative Arts Foundation announce Kai EL' Zabar as their new Executive Director. “The opportunity to lead the eta Creative Arts Foundation in developing their fullest potential [...]
What’s the next best thing to having extraordinary offspring to call your children? If you’re Grammy award-winning musician, Ramsey Lewis—the next best thing is to have smart and talented grandchildren. Unlike his famous grandfather, 19-year-old [...]