THE SOUTH SIDE ARTIST TAKES CENTER STAGE AS THE FREE COMMUNITY SERIES CONTINUES TO PUT CHICAGO’S NEXT VOICES IN THE...
We proudly present the 2026 Artists to Watch List, a curated selection of 25 Chicago artists we believe are actively...
AKIA stopped by WHATS THE WORD for a conversation covering everything from tour stories and struggle meals to growing up...
On April 13th 2025, we put together a list that captured the heartbeat of Chicago’s music scene heading into 2025....
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Black entrepreneurship on the West Side isn’t about lack of ideas — it’s about navigating systems that weren’t built with...
Chicago streets, Black dreams. These local streetwear creators are putting the city on the map—one hoodie, tee, and drop at...
Explore Black-owned bookstores in Chicago — with addresses and official websites/Instagram links — that elevate community, culture, and literary discovery.
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After 13 years on the air, Hot 97 has quietly pulled its iconic morning show, Ebro in the Morning. The...