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Bringing a baby into the world can be a magical moment for new parents and their loved ones, but it comes with challenges. A growing family means changes, and those changes can have a huge impact on a woman’s mental health. According to the Centers for Disease Control and...
Disney World opens ride honoring first Black Princess and legacy of Leah Chase
“My grandparents always said that they changed the course of America over a bowl of gumbo…”Edgar “Dook” Chase IV. Community was the main theme when the Chicago Crusader was invited to “This Is Magic’s” Tiana’s Bayou Adventure. At least that’s what Stella Chase Reese and Edgar “Dook” Chase IV stressed to folks, as media outlets traveled to Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida, June 9-June 11 to take in some entertainment and particularly to ride the park’s newest attraction—Tiana’s Bayou Adventure.
Do you have siblings? It may impact your mental health
Having fewer siblings or a larger age gap between siblings may mean better mental health for teens. That’s according to a recent study published in the “Journal of Family Issues.” Researchers asked 9,400 Chinese and about 9,100 American eighth-grade students questions about their mental health and then analyzed their responses. They found that among Chinese students, those with no siblings reported the best mental health, and among American students, those with no siblings or one sibling had the best mental health. The families of teens reporting the best mental health also had the highest socioeconomic advantages.
Amid Juneteenth, The Legacy Of Slavery Is Still Enshrined In The Legal System
U.S. laws created during slavery are still on the books. A legal scholar wants to at least acknowledge that history in legal citations. As the story of Juneteenth is told by modern-day historians, enslaved Black people were freed by laws, not combat. Union Gen. Gordon Granger said as much when...
Divas of Gospel Concert Scheduled for Saturday, June 22
The African American Achievers Youth Corps, Inc. will host their 15th Annual “Divas of Gospel” Concert on Saturday, June 22 at 6 p.m. in the Glen, 20 West Ridge Road, in Gary. Jonathan Portis will be the M.C. Dr. Vernon G. Smith, Board Chairman, said tickets are on...
Free House Music party and 58th Birthday bash for Pastor Hunter in love, peace and harmony
Rev. Marvin Hunter, senior pastor of the Grace Memorial Baptist Church, is hosting a free Westside House Head Festival Block Party in celebration of the 40th anniversary of House Music, Friday, June 21st, at 1457 South Kenneth, Chicago, IL, featuring the legendary Farley Jackmaster Funk and the RockNation Band. Come early to secure your seat the event is from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. where families can bring their grills, eat, live, laugh and love together in peace and harmony.
Summer Starts with Dangerous Heat this Week: Are You Ready?
This week marks the official start of summer as high levels of heat and humidity settle into the Midwest. The FEMA Region 5 office in Chicago encourages everyone to ensure they are #SummerReady by taking some simple steps to stay safe. “High temperatures aren’t just uncomfortable; they can be downright...
Major League Baseball remembers the life of Hall of Famer Willie Mays; a true giant of our National Pastime was 93
Commissioner of Baseball Robert D. Manfred, Jr. issued the following statement today regarding the passing of Hall of Famer Willie Mays, who was 93:. “All of Major League Baseball is in mourning today as we are gathered at the very ballpark where a career and a legacy like no other began. Willie Mays took his all-around brilliance from the Birmingham Black Barons of the Negro American League to the historic Giants franchise. From coast to coast in New York and San Francisco, Willie inspired generations of players and fans as the game grew and truly earned its place as our National Pastime.
‘Thelma’ takes two vet actors on the ride of their lives
The feature directorial debut of Josh Margolin, “Thelma” is a poignant action-comedy that gives veteran Oscar® nominee June Squibb (“Nebraska”) and star of Scarlett Johansson’s upcoming directorial debut “Eleanor The Great” her first leading role and features the final performance of trailblazing actor the late Richard Roundtree (“Shaft”).
90% of adults have this newly defined syndrome
If you’re an adult, chances are you have some degree of cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic syndrome (CKM). In fact, a new study found that 9 out of 10 adults have stage 1 CKM or higher. The American Heart Association (AHA) created this new classification to address the overlap between heart disease, kidney...
Chicago mayor establishes ‘Reparations Task Force’
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson signed an executive order Monday to create a task force focused on reparations for the city’s Black residents. As part of the executive order, the task force will conduct a study and examination of policies that impacted Black Chicago residents from the slavery era to present day, the mayor’s office said in a statement shared with The Hill. The task force will then issue a series of recommendations and remedies, the office added.
Million Woman United Family March seeks 1M for D.C. march
Marching for racial harmony, group unveils action plan for healing. Tired of the rise in hate crimes, racism, division and crime in America, Million Woman United Family March (MWUFM) officials are calling on women and families to join them in Washington, D.C. where their agenda is to end acts of physical and psychological trauma, especially gun violence. They say destructive behaviors are tearing our nation apart and destroying families.
Illinois tollway launches hot weather patrols to assist customers during dangerous heat wave
The Illinois Tollway is operating around-the-clock Hot Weather Patrols this week to more quickly locate and assist any customers stranded along its roads during the dangerously high temperatures and humidity expected to continue through Friday. The Illinois Tollway typically mobilizes special Hot Weather Patrols whenever temperatures or heat indexes indicate...
The link between hot weather and kidney stones
Having kidney stones is a notoriously painful experience. In fact, over half a million people go to emergency rooms for kidney stones each year, according to the National Kidney Foundation. But you may not know that your risk of developing kidney stones increases during the hot months of summer. Dr....
Heightened Cancer Risks For Black Women Under 50: Here Is What To Know And Do About It
Black women face a three-fold risk of developing triple negative breast cancers, an aggressive form of the disease that can grow and spread more quickly. Black women are at an elevated risk of cancer, with specific types of the disease showing significant increases among women in their 30s. A 2023...
Real Men Cook brings out grills for 35th Father’s day
Real Men Cook® will feature a delicious bounty of food when it hosts the Real Men Cook Father’s Day Celebration on Sunday, June 16 from 3-6 P.M. at the Quarry Event Center, 2423 E. 75th Street. Now in its 35th year, Real Men Cook features MEN cooking and serving while celebrating their special day. All of the tasty offerings will be available for eager palates of those attending the celebration. The food offerings include traditional fare and exotic selections from the West Indies, Caribbean and Africa. There will also be vegan dishes, specialty desserts, and items from the “family secret-recipe vaults.” Several chefs with New Orleans roots promise to delight with their gumbo and red beans and rice.
Apply to volunteer at the Democratic National Convention
On the application, make sure to put you were referred by Mayor’s Office of Community Engagement on the “Use this space to tell us which organization referred you” field. Everyone is encouraged to complete the application before Monday, July 1. All volunteers must pass a background check...
Love Jones Entertainment presents Love/Jones 60th Birthday Bash
Lernie Jones, and Victor Love, co-owners of Love Jones Solutions, are hosting a 60th birthday bash at the DuSable Museum of African American History, 740 E. 56th Pl., Saturday, June 15th, from 4 p.m. – 11:30 p.m. The Juneteenth/Father’s Day event is not just to celebrate their 60th birthdays,...
Rev. Jackson’s chief-of-staff, John Mitchell dies at age 57 after long illness
Funeral arrangements are pending for John. Mitchell, Rev. Jesse L. Jackson, Sr.’s long time chief-of-staff who died Friday, June 14, 2024, at the age of 57 at the University of Chicago Medical Center at 12:12 p.m. surrounded by his family, Rev. Jackson and staff after a long battle with Stage 4 Myeloma, Attorney Yusef Jackson, the COO of the Rainbow PUSH Coalition, announced today.
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