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MR. SONNY KNOWS for May 8, 2024

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Bally’s Chicago Outpaces the Market for the Month of April

Bally’s Chicago Casino outpaced the market for the month of April with gross gaming revenue of $12.2M. Additionally, admissions were strong, and rewards enrollment continued to increase during this period. Exciting new amenities are also on the horiz...

In rural Texas, ERs are facing a growing mental health crisis

By Liza Kalinina, Texas Community Health News “In rural Texas, ERs are facing a growing mental health crisis” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with...

A Chicken in Every Pot — and an A/C in Every Window?

By Willy Blackmore Originally appeared in Word in Black Oregon’s efforts to provide air conditioning to Medicaid recipients would be a good idea for Black America, too. It’s called a heat dome because when such a warm-weather system clamps...

United Black Male Educators Hosted ‘Educate, Empower, Elevate’ Conference

CPS students in attendance at the United Black Male Educators’ “Educate, Empower, Elevate” student empowerment conference (Credit: Chicago Public Schools). On Monday, the United Black Male Educators of Chicago Public Schools hosted its inaugura...

Fani Willis Refuses To Testify Before Republican-Led Senate Committee Over Misconduct Claims

Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis will not cooperate with Georgia’s Republican-led special Senate committee. On May 6, Willis revealed that she will not testify before the committee which is investigating her for possible misconduct.&...

J. Pharoah Doss: When the Black left treats you like an n-word in the street

STEPHEN A. SMITH In 2002, the Arkansas Hall of Fame inducted former Democratic President Bill Clinton as an honorary member. The hall acknowledged Clinton as the first non-Black individual. Toni Morrison, a famous novelist, may have given Clinton an...

South Side Newsroom Wins Two Pulitzers For ‘You Didn’t See Nothin’ Podcast And ‘Missing In Chicago’ Investigation

South Side nonprofit newsroom Invisible Institute was awarded the 2024 Pulitzer Prizes for Audio Reporting and Local Reporting. Today’s announcement follows the 12-person newsroom’s 2021 Pulitzer Prize for National Reporting. The team was a finalist...

Dallas-based Hospice Provider Settles for Millions, Shining Light On Fraud in U.S. Healthcare

By Marlissa Collier Hospice care is a specialized care program intended for terminally ill patients with a life expectancy of six months or less. Medicare reimburses hospice providers at higher rates compared to traditional home health or nursing...

Remembering Our Purpose – A Tribute to James Alfred Washington

By Bobby R. Henry, Sr. While in Dallas to memorialize our dear friend, James Washington, my visit routinely found me engaged in stimulating conversations as I saw old friends and met new ones. The common thread in all these conversations was t...

Preserved by Purpose – Hot Water Cornbread and Mama’s Wisdom

In honor of Mother’s Day, I want to share one of my favorite experiences with my mother. Every time I think about this experience with hot water cornbread, I remind myself that we have to take time to encourage the mothers in our lives. If you have...

PUBLIC NOTICE: To Patrons of Commonwealth Edison Company

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The Other Side of the Game: Black Athletes and Mental Health

by Anissa Durham Originally appeared in Word in Black With an increase in Black youth suicide rates, it’s more important than ever to normalize the conversation o mental health. Sports is a sanctuary for young Black athletes.& But b...

Ole Miss Israeli-Palestinian Protests Turns Horribly Racist – Video

University of Mississippi Chancellor Chancellor Glen Boyce, has promised to launch a vigorous investigation into the behavior of students during a pro-Palestine demonstration on campus. During the protest at Ole Miss, a Black woman could be seen suff...

Youth Apprenticeship Week Spotlights Opportunities

(NewsUSA) – Youth Apprenticeship Week, an initiative of the U.S. Department of Labor, features a range of events and speakers at venues across the United States to showcase the many benefits of Registered Apprenticeship programs for youth and...