The Black Harvest Film Festival is celebrating 30 years of centering Black filmmaking and filmmakers. The festival is running from Nov. 8 -21 at the Gene Siskel Film Center. New genres artist, curator and cultural worker Jada-Amina is going into
On Oct. 4, Anderson .Paak drew a full house at Chicago’s Huntington Bank Pavilion, delivering a live performance of his critically acclaimed 2016 album, Malibu. On a crisp fall night, the Grammy-winning artist, now internationally renowned for collaborations with the
Karen Hall, founder and CEO of Cancer Support Team and a two-time breast cancer survivor, has transformed her personal battle into a mission to uplift others facing the same fight. In addition to offering support, Hall has become a prominent
On Sept. 29, image architect, Law Roach visited his hometown of Chicago to have a conversation with Chicago Humanities and have a signing for his book How To Build A Fashion Icon. The South Side native brought out the who’s
On Sept. 22, the heart of downtown Chicago pulsed with the powerful call to end Haitian hate. Proudly draped in blue and red, Haitian-American organizations gathered outside the Kluczynski Federal Building, their voices rising in defiance of a shocking falsehood:
On Sept. 19, 2024, Mercy Housing Lakefront hosted their awards ceremony and fundraising event “Moving Forward Together.” More than 250 financial, real estate, government and philanthropic leaders filled Venue West in the West Town neighborhood of Chicago to celebrate the
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker participated in a panel discussion for TechChicago Climate-Tech Week on Sept. 18. After the panel, rolling out caught up with Gov. Pritzker to discuss how this conversation around renewable energy will help marginalized communities.
On Sept. 18, Chicago Climate-Tech Week presented “Resilient Futures & Tech Horizons” at 1871 located on the 12th floor of the Merchandise Mart. The day began with the panel discussion “Engineering Better Future For Human Resiliency.” It was moderated by
Karen Sutton-Ford, the dealer principal of Sutton Ford, balances family and business with a focus on legacy at the heart of her leadership. Committed to the core values that have fueled the business’s growth, Sutton-Ford remains dedicated to preserving and
Sherri Shepherd is a dynamic multi-hyphenate. She is a comedian, an actress, a talk show host and most importantly a mother. The Chicago native has navigated the waters of comedy as a Black woman with many challenges and has achieved
Mary Lindsey, the owner of Jokes & Notes Comedy Club, is a legend in the comedy game. She has helped to open doors for the likes of Lil Rel Howery, Bernie Mac and so many other talented and legendary comedians
Chicago comedian Damon Williams has had a storied career and is one of the most highly sought after comics in the industry because he always brings the funny and does so in a relatable way. Rolling out discussed his journey
Lil Rel Howery is an example of what can happen when you live out your dreams. His role as “Rod Williams, TSA Agent” in the film Get Out made him a household name and he has since taken Hollywood by
For Dee Caswell, the road to success as a business owner hasn’t been without its challenges. As the first Black woman in Illinois to own a fitness business, she knows firsthand what it means to overcome obstacles. However, with the
For Leslie Roberson, founder of the Black Beauty Collective, the road to entrepreneurship is more than just a personal journey — it’s a mission to uplift other Black women business owners. As a veteran and a passionate advocate for visibility,
As the founder and CEO of Changing Oasis, Audrey Woodley has made it her mission to help small businesses, both for-profit and nonprofit, succeed in a competitive world. In a candid conversation during US Bank’s Access Business Tour, Woodley reflects
In the heart of North Lawndale, Edwin Muldrow carries on a family legacy as the owner of Del-Kar Pharmacy, a community staple that has stood for an impressive 64 years. As part of the US Bank Access Business Tour during
In the heart of Chicago’s South Side, Gatling’s Chapel has been a beacon of compassion and service for the community. As part of the US Bank Access Business Tour, Marquita Gatling — the leader of the renowned family-owned business —
In the vibrant culinary landscape of Chicago, Bridgette Flagg has made her mark as the owner and head chef of Soulé Chicago and Soule to Soule. As part of the US Bank Access Business Tour, Flagg took a moment to
From the same ministry that produced the “Woman Thou Art Loosed” conference, which encouraged, empowered, and awakened the woman in its attendees, comes “Woman Evolve.” The Potter’s House church in Dallas produced the former, led by renowned Bishop T.D. Jakes,
