Chicago

Chicago Man Discovers Long-Lost Birth Mother Runs His Favorite Bakery

For years, Vamarr Hunter visited 'Give Me Some Sugah' without knowing the woman behind the counter was his mother. A genetic test and a phone call led to their joyful reunion.
11/12/2024

Chicago Crowned Best U.S. City by Condé Nast Traveler Readers for Seventh Consecutive Year

Here are 7 must-visit Black-owned restaurants to explore in the city to see what the hype is all about!
10/02/2024

Chance the Rapper Discusses His New Album ‘Star Line’ and the Impact of AI On Artists

The Grammy Award winner is set to release his highly anticipated album “Star Line” late this summer.
07/05/2024

Illinois Supreme Court Agrees To Hear Appeal From Jussie Smollett

The former “Empire” actor was convicted and sentenced for staging an attack and lying to Chicago police about being the victim of a hate crime.
03/28/2024

Anthony “Baby Gap” Walker, Former Member of The Gap Band, Dies at 60

The Chicago native played a pivotal role in the legendary funk band for 23 years.
03/13/2024

Rhymefest Reimagines The Beauty of the Black Diaspora On His New Album ‘James & Nikki: A Conversation’

The acclaimed multi-hyphenate pays tribute to the legendary writers on his latest project and he spoke about the impact he hopes to have with his art.
02/27/2024

Chicago's Global House Music Pioneer Terry Hunter Is Still Making Waves

From his underground hit ‘Madness’ in 1990 to remixing legends like Michael Jackson and Chaka Khan, the Grammy nominee reflects on Chicago's music legacy, the birth of house music, and his latest venture into the world of documentary with BET.com.
02/21/2024

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson Seeking Federal Help To Address Migrant Crisis In Several Cities

Johnson, Mayor Eric Adams, and Mayor Mike Johnston said that without federal assistance their cities are at the ‘breaking point.”
12/28/2023

President of Illinois NAACP Apologizes After Making Incendiary Remarks About Migrants

Because of her controversial comments, Teresa Hailey was asked to resign as president of the civil rights organization
12/19/2023

Is Detroit Still a 'Murder Capital?' What Does That Mean in 2023?

Discourse around city safety in America is inherently flawed and requires a deeper look.
12/08/2023

Lil Durk Says Chicago Shouldn’t Be Singled Out As Violent

Does he have a point about his hometown?
11/20/2023