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LYNAE VANEE BRINGS “BLACK WOMEN DESERVE POEMS” TOUR TO CHICAGO

THE WORD Poetry, politics and community will share one stage as Lynae Vanee brings her national Black Women Deserve Poems...

THE WORD Chicago is serving up competition for a cause as Mielle Cares prepares to bring its Match Mi Mindset...

Chicago basketball legend Derrick Rose is officially back on the cover of NBA 2K. The former Chicago Bulls star and...

THE WORD Chicago’s grown-ups are being called back to school—but this is one detention they may actually enjoy. On Thursday,...

Chicago rapper BabyChiefDoit shared an emotional photo as he reflected on launching his first tour, performing his latest project and...

For over ten years, Ciara Martina has focused on creating opportunities for independent artists in Chicago and beyond. As the...

As Chicago prepares to host WNBA All-Star Weekend, a new event is bringing together athletes, entrepreneurs, wellness advocates and sports...

Fast Fact: Chicago-based band Attack The Sound will perform at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, July 16, ahead of the Chicago...

Brandy received the Key to the City in her hometown and donated $100,000 to local students, days after her appearance...

We proudly present the 2026 Artists to Watch List, a curated selection of 25 Chicago artists we believe are actively...