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Morrison soul food
News Religious Spotlight

Keeping the Legacy Alive: Morrison’s Soul Food and the Woman Behind It

Some restaurants feed a neighborhood. Morrison’s Soul Food fed a generation. Founded in 2002 by Cookie and Eddie Morrison, Morrison’s Soul Food quickly.

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Omar Shareef
News Politics

Building From the Ground Up: Omar Shareef

When Omar Shareef started the African American Contractors Association in 1989, he had $100, a front room in his mother’s house, and a.

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Zelda Robinson
News Spotlight

Still Broadcasting: A Spotlight on Zelda Robinson, Chicago Radio Pioneer

Zelda Robinson describes herself as a “retired broadcaster working harder than I ever worked for corporate.” That about sums up the energy of.

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Deloris Allen Chicago
Health & Wellness News Spotlight

Free Financial Empowerment Workshops to Chicago Youth

A Chicago nonprofit is on a mission to make sure the next generation grows up knowing how to handle their money — and.

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News Religious Spotlight

From Ghana to Chicago: Apostle Leeford Boohene’s Mission of Spiritual Excellence

Apostolic leader brings 23 years of ministry experience to Chicago, building a church with branches across continents. Fifteen years ago, Apostle Dr.  Leeford.

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Donna Miller
Politics Spotlight

Meet: Donna Miller, Cook County Commissioner

Donna Miller has spent her career serving the community and fighting to lower costs for working families, increase opportunity, and expand access to.

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Pastor James D. Cotton
News Religious Spotlight

Eighty-Two Years of Faithful Fire: Holy David Missionary

Something About Fire: Holy David Missionary Baptist Celebrates it’s 32nd Anniversary On Sunday, June 28th, Holy David M. B. Church, located at 5731.

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Pastor Dennis Dow, New Philadelphia Church Chicago
News Religious Spotlight

A Man With a Heart for God: New Philadelphia Baptist

A Man With a Heart for God: New Philadelphia Baptist Celebrates Pastor Dennis Dow’s 17th Anniversary On Sunday, June 28th, New Philadelphia Church.

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News Spotlight

Save the Date: 3:16 Media Hosts

Mark your calendars — on Saturday, September 12, 2026, 3:16 Media will roll out the red carpet to honor community champions who make.

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Health & Wellness News Spotlight

Triumph of the Human Spirit: Peer Plus Hosted VIP Summer Experience at Columbus Park

On Sunday, June 7th, the historic Columbus Park Refectory at 5701 W. Jackson Boulevard in Chicago became the backdrop for an afternoon of.

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