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Every city has a heartbeat, and for Detroit, that rhythm pulses from the intersection of Woodward and Michigan Avenues—Campus Martius Park. Celebrated as America's No. 1 Public Square for the third consecutive year, this space symbolizes community-dr...
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The helicopter pilot who tragically perished in the Hudson River crash on Thursday, along with five passengers, was Sean Johnson, 36, originally from the Chicago suburbs. Raised in Matteson, he was known for his zest for life and deep connections wit...
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Red Clay Dance Company is set to showcase "16" at the Dance Center of Columbia College Chicago from April 17-19, 2025. This performance includes Artistic Director Vershawn Sanders-Ward’s innovative take on "Written on the Flesh" alongside a fresh cre...
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(Photo Credit: Getty Images) This Easter, 1-800-TruckWreck, alongside notable Chicago figures, is dedicated to aiding families facing hardships. On April 18, from 4 to 6 p.m., they will provide 1,000 hams and meal boxes at Salem Chicago’s House of Ho...
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(Photo: Getty Images) As the Met Gala approaches, stars are revealing their connections to Black Dandyism. This year's exhibition, “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,” draws inspiration from Monica L. Miller’s influential book. Dapper Dan shares his t...
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On Saturday, April 19, the South Side community will actively participate in a national initiative to harness Black spending power—estimated at nearly $2 trillion. The Chatham Business Association, alongside Alderman Will Hall and local churches, pre...
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(By Dennis W. Jansen, Texas A&M University) Social Security, a major federal initiative, supports approximately 67 million Americans, predominantly those aged 65 and older. In 2023, 183 million individuals contributed taxes, funding nearly $1.4 t...
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Former President Joe Biden lambasted Trump's Social Security strategies during his first address after leaving office at the ACRD conference in Chicago. He voiced significant apprehensions regarding potential benefit delays, underscoring Social Secur...
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(By Roberta Alvarado | OBSERVER Correspondent) Artelias Guyton, alongside her daughter Love, showcases their creativity dressed as queen bees in a sunlit park adorned with delicate white flowers. The founder of Tea Time Honey Flavors, established in...
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During a recent visit to The Atlanta Voice studio, 13-year-old Knowa De Baraso animatedly shared his experiences and aspirations. Known for his political engagement and social media presence, he advocates for youth involvement in politics. De Baraso...
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By Marcia Dunn | The Associated Press (AP) – Blue Origin, founded by Jeff Bezos, launched an all-female celebrity crew on Monday, featuring his fiancée Lauren Sanchez, Katy Perry, and Gayle King. This groundbreaking mission marked a significant strid...
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(By Alicé Nascimento | New York Amsterdam News | Word In Black Credit: Towfiqu Barbhuiya/Unsplash) Increasingly, voices proclaim “authoritarianism is a boomerang.” A debt crisis fuels this cycle. Historically, financiers wielded tactics to trap marg...
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By Jennifer Porter Gore | Word In Black – Recent staff reductions at the Department of Health and Human Services have raised alarms among respiratory health advocates, signaling a decrease in resources for asthma treatment and smoking cessation, issu...
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By Rev. Dorothy S. Boulware | Word In Black (WIB) – Christian theology views Jesus’ death as a redemptive ransom, reclaiming His followers. While many see Him as a compassionate savior, His resistance is often overlooked. Holy Week serves as a time f...
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Cassandra DiBenedetto, executive director of the ScholarShare Investment Board, emphasizes the critical role of financial literacy in shaping the futures of young individuals. On April 5, ScholarShare collaborated with Golden 1 Credit Union at the Co...