[jwplatform iTyG6bf1] James Gross, 73, is a volunteer at the Stony Island Arts Bank in Chicago. He shares his feelings on how it affects the
Cynda Williams began a professional life of acting and singing after relocating to New York from her native Chicago. Soon, she landed a starring role opposite Denzel
Celebrity hairstylist,TV personality and Bravo’s star of “Fashion Queens,” Derek J; and William Nero, founder of the D’Nero Group, joined forces in Chicago to help
The musical landscape has become a fusion of everything from pop mixed with rap to rap mixed with R&B, to other mixtures that seem to
Starring as Officer Kevin Atwater on NBC’s hit procedural “Chicago P.D.,” LaRoyce Hawkins has spent three years learning and growing in his character’s shoes. With
Chicago-based entertainment attorney Johnetta G. Paye recently held a networking mixer called Mingle. Master. Meet featuring a diverse mix of Chicago professionals and industry insiders at
BIG IL’s bio reads: “In a place popularized by high crime rates and cultural misconceptions, Alex Thompson stands out using his love and passion for his
The people of Chicago continue to deal with overwhelming violence. In a span of 15 hours, 14 people were shot as the week got off
At first glance, hip-hop and Bach would go together like oil and water; however, that’s not the case. Redbull is sponsoring this culture mash and
Celebrity stylist Shun Melson has always had an eye for fashion. After years of working in retail, she caught her big break ten years ago
The United States has an estimated 3 million Blacks who are Catholic and the recent visit of Pope Francis has put a spotlight on the
The Chicago Football Classic ushers in the fall season in the city. This time of year, students and alumni from all over the country from
Another warrior for Black rights has made his transition to the spirits of our ancestors. Esteemed scholar and an original member of the Black Panther
[jwplatform mZY6uzQJ] The French-Cuban musical duo Ibeyi came to Chicago to share their great talent. Press play and watch them perform their newest song “Fly.” Their
[jwplatform UdplYG0P] Avery Sunshine brought the house down with her song “Call My Name” at The 3rd Annual BMOA Block Party at The WIRE sponsored
Media is a powerful tool. It can help to frame thoughts and shape sensibilities. At its best it can affect the world with a sweeping
The true sense of an artist can be conveyed through the medium that they choose. All things being perfect, most artists regardless of medium have
Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church was jumping with excitement recently. Chicago native Jonathan McReynolds held his birthday bash/album release for his sophomore project currently Number 1
Now showing at the Art Institute of Chicago until January 3, 2016, the Making Place: The Architecture of David Adjaye exhibition evokes soul-stirring feelings, jaw-dropping surprise and wonder spurring you to utter
[jwplatform NRzvmTt8] Modern technology has simultaneously improved communication between those far apart and driven a wedge between those closest to us. Chicago filmmaker Mark Harris utilizes his
