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The story of Black History Month begins in 1915. At this time, scholar Carter G. Woodson founded what today is called the ...

José “Cha Cha” Jiménez, radical Puerto Rican activist and civil rights icon, passed away on January 10, 2025. He was 76. Best ...

Chicago’s Very Own WGN-TV will present special features celebrating Black History Month on WGN News, People to People, and WGN News Special: Honoring Black ...

Early in the year, the significant legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. resonates strongly. The third Monday in January is Martin Luther King Jr. Day, providing an occasion for reflection, along with ...

The decision, signed by Judge John J. McConnell Jr., is a temporary but significant victory for the Democratic attorneys ...

By: Dennis Richmond, Jr. In the 1960s, the Black Panther Party (BPP) emerged as a force of revolution and hope for Black ...

Black History Month is a great time to explore the canon of great Black history movies, many of which are on this list. The ...

Trayon White came up in local politics as a direct protege of iconic and infamous former Mayor Marion Barry. Now the D.C.

The pioneering director of New Jack City and Posse discusses his unusual childhood, his relationship with Hollywood decision-makers, and why his director father Melvin doesn’t have a star on the Walk ...

Landon Slaggert set a new Chicago Blackhawks record for the fastest ... Reinhart became the first Panther with four straight 30-goal seasons. In the second period, Matthew Tkachuk deflected ...

Chicago Treasurer's Office is committing to the financial growth of Black residents. While the current presidential administration is busy rolling back diversity and inclusion efforts, the Chicago ...