How minority Chicago homebuyers are reducing the racial gap

A recent spike in minority purchases of two- and four-unit properties in the Chicagoland area shows how Black and Hispanics are deconstructing the racial gap in homeownership, according to a study by the Institute for Housing Studies at DePaul University.

Tinashe illuminates the House of Blues

On Saturday, Sept. 25, dozens of people wrapped around the House of Blues building in downtown Chicago, anticipating the finale of Tinashe’s two-day concert in the Windy City for her The 333 Tour, titled after her fifth studio album, 333.

Hip-hop artists bring the city out at Nobody’s Home Music Festival

For professional athlete Wilson Chandler, building business ventures in his hometown  of Benton Harbor, Michigan, where the average income is near poverty level, is certainly worth celebrating. Not only is the basketball star providing job opportunities through creating a recreational

Walter J. Tucker, founder of LiveThe.Biz, excited about new IGTV series

Launching a career in the music industry can be difficult for up-and-coming artists, but music education platforms like LiveThe.Biz are dedicated to assisting aspiring entertainers and professionals in kick-starting their careers. Founded in 2017 by entrepreneur Walter J. Tucker, the

CEO and founder Marli Crowe discusses C. Suite’s new collection

Rising unemployment rates are beginning to change the traditional work environment, but fashion brands like C. Suite offer young professionals the confidence to visualize themselves climbing the corporate ladder. Founded in December 2019 by Atlanta-based tech businesswoman Marli Crowe, C.

SCJR Productions awards 8 scholarships to Chicago students

Although the coronavirus pandemic caused all Chicago Public Schools to close earlier this year, it could not shut down Stanley Coleman Jr. Productions LLC’s 4th annual College Scholarship Drive Fashion Show. On Saturday, July 18, the company distributed eight new

Chicago rapper Chella H discusses new music

Chicago femcee Chella H emerged on the music scene during the city’s drill hip-hop era. She has collaborated with the likes of other notable local and national rap artists like Trina, Kash Doll, Bump J, Lil Durk, King Louie, Katie

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7 movies whose characters impacted Black culture in 2019

In 2019, Black cinema became an outlet to project modern social and political issues. Some Black characters and film producers explored themes of injustice and racism with a twist of comedy and horror. Below is a list of movie characters

7 Black women artists who stepped up for progress in 2019

2019 was a successful year for Black female artists. We witnessed the culture react to a new wave of artists who challenged stereotypes of women in almost every genre of music. Female artists did not hesitate to break societal norms

Lizzo’s haters want to be like her

Lizzo is in a complicated relationship with fame. As she gained mainstream success with the release of her third album, Cuz I Love You, in April 2019, fans quickly embraced the 31-year-old songstress, praising her for her talents, outlandish personality