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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...
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This week in Black history, we honor fearless pioneers and defining moments. From Robert Smalls’ daring escape to lead others to freedom, to Nelson Mandela’s rise as South Africa’s first Black president, these days echo with courage. We spotlight P....
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A significant dialogue on the condition of Black Atlanta unfolded recently at the Carter Center, where thirty-six individuals converged. Organized by Howard University Law School’s Movement Lawyering Clinic, alongside ACLU Georgia, the event featured...
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The Trump administration has announced measures to restrict federal funding for Harvard University, suspending new research grants unless the institution implements certain political changes. Education Secretary Linda McMahon cited repeated violation...
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Chicago's prestigious Steppenwolf Theatre Company is once more garnering national recognition. Playwright Branden Jacobs-Jenkins secured the 2025 Pulitzer Prize for Drama for "Purpose," a piece commissioned and premiered at Steppenwolf before its Bro...
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On Wednesday, the Federal Reserve announced its decision to maintain interest rates steady, between 4.25% and 4.5%. This resolution unfolds amid the U.S. economy grappling with the repercussions of President Trump’s disruptive trade policies. Fed Cha...
