Mayor Johnson Proclaims ‘Chicago Football Classic HBCU Week,’ Ahead of Big Game

Photo Credit: Chicago Mayor’s Office Chicago, are you ready for some Football?& “After today, I won’t need to ask that question again because we have some exciting news,” stated Larry Huggins, co-founder of the Chicago Football Classic. At the CFC press conference on Monday (Sept. 16), Mayor Brandon Johnson officially declared Sept. 16-21 as “Chicago Football Classic HBCU Week,” honoring the CFC’s commitment to promoting the value of an education from Historically black colleges and universities. Huggins also shared that when Kevin Warren, President and CEO of the Chicago Bears, returns to town, there will be a discussion about the Bears becoming the CFC’s title sponsor. This would mark the first time an NFL team has endorsed a football classic, a significant milestone. “As the Mayor always says, we live in the most beautiful city in the world, and that’s the truth,” said Huggins. “This new relationship will provide more scholarship opportunities for Chicago’s young men and women. With 62,000 fans in the stadium, we can expand our outreach and offer additional scholarships. Our involvement in this event is not just about the game—it’s about giving back to this amazing city. As business leaders, Tim, Everette, and I are committed...