Monument Moment: Greater Tabernacle Cathedral
In this week’s Monument Moment, we mark the final day of Black History Month with a visit to a historic South Side church that helped launch the career of the nation’s first Black president. Beyond its political significance, the church has long served as a cornerstone for generations of immigrant families, standing as both a spiritual home and a powerful symbol of Chicago’s rich cultural history.
In this week’s Monument Moment, we mark the final day of Black History Month with a visit to a historic South Side church that helped launch the career of the nation’s first Black president. Beyond its political significance, the church has long served as a cornerstone for generations of immigrant families, standing as both a spiritual home and a powerful symbol of Chicago’s rich cultural history.
Black History Month brings hard truths to the stage in Humboldt Park
Black History Month can mean facing some hard truths from the past. Right now through March 15, Chicago's newest live theater in Humboldt Park is taking that head-on with the debut of "Trial in the Delta: The Murder of Emmett Till."
Black History Month can mean facing some hard truths from the past. Right now through March 15, Chicago's newest live theater in Humboldt Park is taking that head-on with the debut of "Trial in the Delta: The Murder of Emmett Till."
Black Film Club Chicago hosts free family photo archive event | ChicagoLIVE
Black Film Club Chicago are inviting West Side families to take part in a free community portrait event Saturday Feb. 28 on West 16th Street.
Black Film Club Chicago are inviting West Side families to take part in a free community portrait event Saturday Feb. 28 on West 16th Street.
Spoken word and second chances: Reentry program uplifts women at Cook County Jail
Inside the Cook County Jail, the sound echoing through Division 3 Annex wasn’t the usual clank of metal doors, it was applause.
Inside the Cook County Jail, the sound echoing through Division 3 Annex wasn’t the usual clank of metal doors, it was applause.
Chicago poet hopes to change the opera world
Chicago’s first Poet Laureate, Avery R. Young, debuts Sophronia — an operatic score rooted in his great-grandparents’ Great Migration story that blends gospel, blues, funk and soul. He says the work is meant to make opera more accessible and, in 2026, show that “something new happened” in the art form.
Chicago’s first Poet Laureate, Avery R. Young, debuts Sophronia — an operatic score rooted in his great-grandparents’ Great Migration story that blends gospel, blues, funk and soul. He says the work is meant to make opera more accessible and, in 2026, show that “something new happened” in the art form.
How McKissack & McKissack helped build America’s most powerful cultural landmarks
As the firm behind projects like the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial, and the Obama Presidential Center, McKissack & McKissack celebrates 35 years as a Black, woman-owned construction company—while CEO Deryl McKissack reflects on legacy, leadership, and receiving a major honor in Chicago.
As the firm behind projects like the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial, and the Obama Presidential Center, McKissack & McKissack celebrates 35 years as a Black, woman-owned construction company—while CEO Deryl McKissack reflects on legacy, leadership, and receiving a major honor in Chicago.
Travel expert shares meaningful trips for Black History Month | ChicagoNOW
Travel expert Tomeka Jones offers tips for planning trips that connect travelers to history, culture and premium experiences.
Travel expert Tomeka Jones offers tips for planning trips that connect travelers to history, culture and premium experiences.
Artist featured at Obama Presidential Library explains his inspiration
An artist who's being featured in the Obama Presidential Center shared his creative secrets at Augustana Lutheran Church in Hyde Park.
An artist who's being featured in the Obama Presidential Center shared his creative secrets at Augustana Lutheran Church in Hyde Park.
Chicago celebrates Black-owned eateries during Black Restaurant Week | ChicagoLIVE
Chicago Black Restaurant Week highlights the city’s Black-owned dining scene with special menus and promotions at participating restaurants across the city.
Chicago Black Restaurant Week highlights the city’s Black-owned dining scene with special menus and promotions at participating restaurants across the city.
'Girls Like Me Project' empowers young Black girls to make 'HerStory' during Black History Month
LaKeisha Gray-Sewell discusses the launch of HerStory Threads and how fashion, storytelling, and community support are helping young Black girls see themselves as leaders and history-makers today.
LaKeisha Gray-Sewell discusses the launch of HerStory Threads and how fashion, storytelling, and community support are helping young Black girls see themselves as leaders and history-makers today.
Stussy’s Diner turns painful history into Chicago South Side success story
A diner in Bridgeport sits at 3500 S. Halsted St., where decades ago, the owner's family was attacked and locked out of the building.
A diner in Bridgeport sits at 3500 S. Halsted St., where decades ago, the owner's family was attacked and locked out of the building.
Historic Chicago-area cemetery has served Black families for 99 years
Burr Oak Cemetery has been around for nearly a century and it's honoring its founders who sought to give Black families a place to bury their loved ones.
Burr Oak Cemetery has been around for nearly a century and it's honoring its founders who sought to give Black families a place to bury their loved ones.
Chicago Black Restaurant Week returns with over 40 participating businesses
Chicago Black Restaurant Week runs f
Chicago Black Restaurant Week runs f
Sole to soul: Celebrating 100 years of excellence
This is the centennial year for the celebration of Black History Month and the Field Museum is marking the milestone.
This is the centennial year for the celebration of Black History Month and the Field Museum is marking the milestone.
Forty Acres Fresh Market opens as Chicago’s only Black-owned grocery store | ChicagoLIVE
Forty Acres Fresh Market founder Liz Abunaw brings a Black-owned, full-service grocer to Chicago’s West Side.
Forty Acres Fresh Market founder Liz Abunaw brings a Black-owned, full-service grocer to Chicago’s West Side.
Black History Month marks 100 years of celebrating Black achievement
Black History Month is marking a major milestone this year.
Black History Month is marking a major milestone this year.
Explore Black history in Chicago: Museums, neighborhoods, and must-visit spots
Joanie Faletto from Choose Chicago joins us to share meaningful ways to celebrate Black History Month, from powerful exhibits and historic neighborhoods to tours and Black-owned businesses worth supporting across the city.
Joanie Faletto from Choose Chicago joins us to share meaningful ways to celebrate Black History Month, from powerful exhibits and historic neighborhoods to tours and Black-owned businesses worth supporting across the city.
Award-winning Chicago chef launches nonprofit to open doors for young people of color
A local James Beard Award-winning chef has launched a nonprofit to teach leadership skills to those seeking more opportunities.
A local James Beard Award-winning chef has launched a nonprofit to teach leadership skills to those seeking more opportunities.
Chicago area civil rights activist remembers time as a freedom rider
Miller Green fought against racial segregation in the south during the 1960s, helping set the stage for the Civil Rights Act that soon followed. Now living in the Chicago area, he recalled his time as a freedom rider during this Black History Month.
Miller Green fought against racial segregation in the south during the 1960s, helping set the stage for the Civil Rights Act that soon followed. Now living in the Chicago area, he recalled his time as a freedom rider during this Black History Month.
From MLK's driver to community impact: The powerful story of Leak and Sons Funeral Home in Chicago
For over 90 years, Leak and Sons Funeral Homes has been supporting Chicagoland families during their times of loss. But beyond their funeral services, they remain deeply committed to giving back to the community in ways that many people may not realize.
For over 90 years, Leak and Sons Funeral Homes has been supporting Chicagoland families during their times of loss. But beyond their funeral services, they remain deeply committed to giving back to the community in ways that many people may not realize.