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Sandbox VR serves as Atlanta's portal to virtual realms, seamlessly merging gaming with dynamic, physical components. With venues at The Interlock and The Battery, Sandbox VR provides an enthralling escapade where players engage in captivating, narra...
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On Saturday, over 400 local residents engaged in “Capturing Memories: A Free Brain Health Day” at Insight Hospital in Chicago's Bronzeville area. Hosted by Neurogen Biomarking and co-sponsored by Linus Health and the Global Alzheimer’s Platform Found...
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Gun violence stems from systemic neglect, segregation, and inequalities. Jens Ludwig, Director at the University of Chicago's Crime Lab, emphasizes community violence intervention and trauma-informed care as pivotal in breaking the cycle. Concealing...
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Newark Mayor Ras Baraka faced arrest at the Delaney Hall ICE detention center amid protests against its unveiling, as reported by News 12. He has vocally opposed the facility’s opening due to disputed permits. During a congressional oversight tour, o...
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Dr. Mattie Jo holds the distinguished position of Chief Operating Officer at Target Area Development, a Chicago-based social justice entity. Through diverse initiatives, she uplifts communities via mentorship, mental health resources, and educational...
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Introducing Patricia Andrews-Keenan, the visionary behind Pigment International, a movement dedicated to elevating Black artists and cultivating a vibrant art community in Chicago. Known affectionately as "Auntie" by her mentees, she’s transforming t...
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On the brink of Mother’s Day weekend, Ald. Emma Mitts (37th) proudly hosted her fifth Magnificent Mother’s Extravaganza in Austin, a heartfelt initiative birthed during the pandemic. Held outside her Chicago Avenue office, the event attracted hundred...
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Tougaloo College is currently looking into alarming communications received after Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D) criticized President Donald Trump during her commencement address. President Donzell Lee reassured the campus community that law enforcement i...
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The title may seem playful, but "Games Women Play," crafted by Je’Caryous Johnson, explores the complexities of love and relationships. Claudia Jordan emphasizes its ability to provoke differing opinions on love dynamics. Flex Alexander highlights th...
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Robert Francis Prevost has been appointed Pope Leo XIV, marking him as the first American-born pope. While he identifies as white, genealogical research by experts reveals connections to Louisiana’s Black and Creole communities. Notably, his maternal...
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Yvonne W. Huntley, an 88-year-old classical music icon and educator, is rallying support in a national campaign as she faces a critical kidney health battle. Residents and leaders unite to highlight the importance of organ donation, emphasizing her r...
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Mayor Brandon Johnson engaged in a panel discussion at the "Building Bridges, Breaking Barriers: A Unified Path to Hope and Reentry Summit" held at Breakthrough FamilyPlex. This event focused on the multifaceted challenges faced by returning citizens...
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A jury acquitted three former Memphis police officers of state charges related to the devastating beating of Tyre Nichols, concluding a tense two-year inquiry that ignited national calls for police reform. Nichols, a 29-year-old Black man, tragically...
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A decision has been rendered in the case against three former Memphis police officers involved in Tyre Nichols' tragic beating. As reported by KARK, ex-officers Tadarrius Bean, Demetrius Haley, and Justin Smith were acquitted of all charges. They fa...
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Atlanta Braves pitcher Grant Holmes faced challenges against the Cincinnati Reds, yielding four earned runs over five innings. Despite this setback, he’s shown substantial growth after stepping into the rotation. With 40 strikeouts in six starts, Hol...