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Black and AAPI Youth to Spend Summer on a Journey of Racial Healing and Artistic Expression
The Love, Unity & Values Institute and the Coalition for a Better AAPI American Community collaborate to foster solidarity, reject biases. This summer, the Love, Unity & Values (LUV) Institute is partnering with the Coalition for a Better Chinese American Community (CBCAC) to guide five Black and five Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) teenagers on a six-week journey to promote racial healing, growth, self-identity, and racial solidarity. Through restorative circles, storytelling, poetry and artistic expression, their Racial Healing Collaborative will teach a cohort of youth representing Bronzeville and Chinatown how to identify and address inherent biases, reject stereotypes and build relationships.
Rare double-lung transplant survivor Commissioner Dennis Deer dead at 51
Just ten months after announcing he was “blessed by God” to survive a rare double-lung transplant, Cook County Comm. Dennis Deer died Sunday, June 23, 2024, at the Northwestern Hospital at the age of 51. Some of his family surrounded him at his bedside. On August 7, 2023,...
Chicago Department of Public Health confirms Chicago’s first West Nile virus-positive mosquitoes of 2024
The Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) has confirmed the first West Nile virus (WNV)-positive mosquitoes of the year in the City, identified in three Chicago community areas: Greater Grand Crossing, Roseland and West Pullman. The Illinois Department of Public Health previously confirmed the first mosquitoes to test positive for WNV in the state on May 17. No human cases of WNV have been reported to date this year.
Alderman Moore says he will continue to camp out in Englewood despite gunfire
With temperatures rising in the 90s and gunshots flying near him, Alderman David Moore (17th) said he will continue to camp out with a sleeping bag in Englewood, to call attention to the numerous drug sales and problems that have been going on for a long time. After he slept...
Pastor Mitty Collier reveals southern white cops robbed her band on tour
Reverend Mitty Lene Collier, who continues to enjoy a successful life of ministry and music, including her most famous and memorable song, “I Had a Talk With My Man,” recalled for the Chicago Crusader how dangerous it was for her band, traveling in the South to perform, not knowing if they would be killed by racist white cops who robbed them of money they had just made.
Obsessed with pickles? This might be why
The zesty, crunchy bite of a pickle hitting your taste buds, with a mix of salty and tangy notes, is a flavor journey to a place of pure joy. So much joy that the average American eats about nine pounds of pickles each year, according to The U.S. Department of Agriculture.
National Museum of African American History and Culture Acquires Largest Collection of Charleston Slave Badges
The Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture recently acquired what is thought to be the largest and most complete set of historic Charleston Slave Badges. The collection includes 146 rare badges dating as far back as 1804. It also features badges with makers’ marks and two with personalized inscriptions. To share the stories of these objects with a worldwide audience, the museum has launched a Searchable Museum feature at SearchableMuseum.com/SlaveBadges, which tells the historical significance of Charleston Slave Badges and the museum’s recent exciting acquisition.
Gaining weight? It may be your glass of OJ
For many Americans, there’s nothing like washing down your breakfast with a cold glass of orange juice. Pulp or no pulp, this popular breakfast staple may not be good for your waistline. Studies found drinking one or more servings of 100% fruit juice per day was associated with a...
Chicago man locked up in Texas denied parole for 21st time
A Chicago man who has been in a jail near Houston for 40 years, despite evidence that clears him of a murder, has been denied parole for the 21st time. It’s a story the Crusader published in 2022, which featured Darius Elam, a father of four children who have struggled to move on with their lives.
Illinois man honors late wife in lottery numbers – wins a million dollars
An Illinois man honored his late wife in his Lottery numbers and is now celebrating a win to the tune of a million bucks. The man, along with his adult kids, split the purchase of a Lotto ticket and recently won a Lotto Million 1 drawing. “Our family likes to...
City announces first neighborhood projects to receive new bond proceeds
West Englewood community farm, Austin health center among 10 finalists to receive up to $21 million in Community Development Grants. A West Englewood community farm and an Austin health center are the first neighborhood investment projects to be assisted with proceeds from the City of Chicago’s new Housing and Economic Development (HED) bond, Mayor Brandon Johnson announced.
NIPSCO Expands Multi-Year Gas Meter Installation Project
NIPSCO, a subsidiary of NiSource Inc. (NYSE: NI), announced the deployment of upgraded gas communication modules through installation of Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) technology. Approximately 870,000 residential and commercial meters are eligible to be updated with the new AMI gas communication modules. Gas meters will be upgraded to AMI technology...
Rev. Sharpton, Marc Morial lead largest protest yet outside of Bill Ackman’s office in fight to preserve DEI
National Action Network, National Urban League’s Joint Demonstration Continues Juneteenth Celebrations amid Ongoing Attacks Against Diversity. Rev. Al Sharpton, Founder and President of the National Action Network (NAN), joined with Marc Morial, President and CEO of the National Urban League, and New York City and State elected officials for their largest demonstration yet outside the Manhattan offices of hedge fund billionaire Bill Ackman. The 24th straight week of protests comes as Ackman continues to lead the crusade against diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, which have been under attack by right-wing legal activists.
Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay’s message about bike safety
Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay is known for stirring up fear in the kitchen with his brutally honest culinary critiques. This past weekend, fans saw another side of the Hell’s Kitchen TV star after a bike ride gone wrong. Visibly shaken up, Chef Ramsay revealed he was in a serious...
The Ministry of Music – Part 4
A song has the ability to minister to one’s very soul, whether that soul is in turmoil or searching for clarity. Renaldo “Obie” Benson, bass singer for legendary singing group the Four Tops, was on tour with the Four Tops in May of 1969 in Berkeley, CA. It was in Berkeley that he saw the unrest and the violence being unleashed by police on anti-war protesters in People’s Park.
National Football League’s Africa Program set to expand to Nigeria
In June, the National Football League’s Africa program is set to expand to Nigeria as the League continues to prioritize growing the game at all levels across the continent. “It’s truly an honor to be leading the NFL’s efforts across Africa and expand key programming into a fourth country across the continent, Nigeria – a place that is very close to my heart,” said two-time Super Bowl Champion and NFL’s Africa lead, Osi Umenyiora.
Cooling Centers on South Side among facilities shut down on fourth day of heat wave
Cooling stations on the South Side were among facilities in Chicago that were shut down Wednesday, June 19th, where sweltering temperatures exceeded 90 degrees for a fourth day in a row. Five of Chicago’s DFSS cooling stations that day were closed as residents struggled to stay cool amid the extreme...
Michael Byrd promoted to Superintendent of Illinois Youth Center Chicago
St. Sabina member says some youth are raised in “gang families”. Father Michael Pfleger congratulated Michael Byrd, a member of St. Sabina for 36 years, on being promoted Superintendent of the Illinois Youth Center Chicago, one of five youth prisons in Illinois, where he plans to habilitate the youth by showing them love and trust because, he says, many are being raised in “gang families.”
Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Alec Pierce hosting free football camp
Wide receiver Alec Pierce will return to his hometown in Illinois to offer local youth a free football camp and the opportunity to participate and learn from NFL players. The second annual camp will be held on Saturday, June 22, at Newton Park in Glen Ellyn, Illinois, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. for participants 3rd to 5th grade and will resume from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. for participants 6th to 8th grade.
“Inside Out 2”: A heartfelt journey through emotions
“Inside Out 2” is an absolute must-watch for adults and families alike. This sequel dives deep into the complex world of emotions, especially focusing on anxiety, in a way that’s both entertaining and profoundly insightful. Trust me, you don’t want to miss this emotional rollercoaster!. In “Inside...
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