Aréanah Preston will be laid to rest. A wake for the fallen Chicago police officer will take place this afternoon, followed by her funeral, which will occur...
Brandon Johnson didn’t waste any time. Hours after being sworn in as Chicago’s 57th Mayor, he signed executive orders to boost youth employment and establish three...
Brandon Johnson delivered an inauguration address that primarily centered on inclusivity and collaboration, which will inform how he plans to confront Chicago’s most pressing issues. “That...
On Monday, Brandon Johnson will be sworn in as the 57th mayor of Chicago at Credit Union 1 Arena (UIC Pavilion). Tickets to attend his inauguration...
THE CHICAGO DEFENDER — As you wind down this Mother’s Day with us, please get to know these four incredible women who happen to be killing...
On Friday, Chicago’s 56th Mayor, Lori Lightfoot, left her fifth-floor City Hall office for good. She will make way for Brandon Johnson, who will be inaugurated...
For Mother’s Day weekend, the Chicago Defender shares stories of dynamic Black women thriving in their careers and providing loving guidance for their families. Kenwood Academy...
For Mother’s Day weekend, the Chicago Defender shares stories of dynamic Black women thriving in their careers and providing loving guidance for their families. Today’s...
For the first time in over 30 years, the Chicago Bears will not have to deal with a Green Bay Packers team led by a Hall...
The Girls Like Me Project, Inc., in partnership with National Geographic Explorer Alyea Pierce, aims to expose girls to powerful narratives and contributions of Black girls...
The Girls Like Me Project, Inc., in partnership with National Geographic Explorer Alyea Pierce, aims to expose girls to powerful narratives and contributions of Black girls...
As one of the few Black men in his industry, Brawnski Armstrong counts his rise to become a software engineer as lucky yet unlikely. Armstrong came...
As one of the few Black men in his industry, Brawnski Armstrong counts his rise to become a software engineer as lucky yet unlikely. Armstrong came...
NNPA NEWSWIRE - GMC reveals the 2024 HUMMER EV Omega Edition, a special edition for the 2024 HUMMER EV 3X Pickup and SUV. Featuring Neptune Blue...
By Jeremy McCants On Tuesday, Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao released her new budget proposal, and the City Council will begin its review. This is a critical...
By StopWaste.org Happy Earth Month! Whether you’re interested in learning how to get started with worm composting, how to electrify your home, reduce wasted food, or build healthy soil, there’s a...
By Ken Epstein Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao announced this week that she has fired Police Chief LeRonne Armstrong, who had been on paid administrative leave pending...
By Carla Thomas A celebration of life for the mayor of Bay View Hunters Point, businessman Charlie Walker, was held on Friday, Feb. 10 at Third...
I was wrongly terminated for standing up for the City of Oakland. As the Police Chief, I did my job, and I did it well. I...
‘Centuries of devastation and destruction of Black lives, Black bodies, and Black communities should be met with centuries of restoration’ By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire...
By Nat Bates (Former Richmond City Councilmember Nat Bates, who at age 91 was the nation’s oldest elected official, penned this farewell speech for his final...
By Kiana Gums, communications director for Oakland City Council District 6. Business leaders and city, county and state representatives gathered to celebrate the more than $1.7...
By Gregory Hodge Housing is a human right. In the wealthiest region in the wealthiest country, our shortcoming is obvious to anyone who has taken just...
By Tanya Dennis When facing a need for health care, mental health evaluation or a mental health crisis, people of Asian, American Indian or Latinx descent...
CHICAGO DEFENDER — “There are hundreds of active efforts to undermine the right to vote in nearly every state – the most horrific of which signed...
