The Lexus RX has been a staple mid-luxury crossover SUV for 24 years, satisfying its loyal consumer base with reliability, technology, and safety. But,...
The Chicago-born BWe NEXT (Black Women's Expo) is headed your way as announced by Founder and Executive Producer Merry Green via Facebook Live. Green...
Lollapalooza returns with another powerhouse lineup led by headliners Chance The Rapper, The Killers, Muse, Arcade Fire, The xx, Lorde, blink-182, DJ Snake, and Justice, delivering a diverse roster of some of the most exciting artists in today’s music landscape. After a historic 25th Anniversary, the world-class festival will return with four full days of music and over […]
14-Year-Old Chicago Musician Wins First Place and $10K In National Music Competition It was a melodious moment. After thrilling the audience and judges with her performance of Lalo’s Concerto in D Minor, 14-year-old Hyde Park Suzuki Institute (HPSI) cellist Ifetayo Ali-Landing, a resident of Chicago’s South Side, snagged the coveted first place prize, including $10,000, in […]
Demolition Denied on Historic Pilgrim Church The walls will stay up – at least for now. However, the future of historic Pilgrim Baptist Church remains uncertain for the original birthplace of gospel music. During the holidays, the Chicago Landmarks Commission temporarily voted to reject a demolition permit to knock down what’s left of the 126-year-old […]
Obama Returning to Chicago for Farewell Speech By: Defender Contributing Writer Erick Johnson He kicked of his historic term in the White House in Chicago. Now, President Barack Obama will end his career in the Oval Office with a farewell speech Jan. 10 at the McCormick Place. At noon Jan. 20, Obama’s term will officially end as President-elect […]
“7th grader, Samuel Love, takes on role of ‘Sam’ta Claus’ Collects Gift Cards for DCFS students at Thompson Center kicking off 2016 toy drive to collect 10K toys for kids in weather-ravished areas.” By Kai EL’ Zabar Fortunately for the city of Chicago’s less fortunate youth by day, Samuel Love is a 13-year-old, 7th grader […]
