Hustle Mommies 'paint the hood orange' gun violence awareness initiative
Ariel Deney Rainey from Hustle Mommies talks about helping to empower single mothers and fighting gun violence in communities.
Black Tech Nation aims to empower Black entrepreneurs
Kelauni Jasmyn from Black Tech Nation talks about what they're doing to inspire, uplift and amplify Black entrepreneuers.
Diversity in law enforcement can improve policing, study shows
Homewood Police Chief Denise McGrath talks about how increased diversity in police departments can impact the communities they serve.
Clothesline project prompts students to voice feelings about violence
Leo High School Principal Shaka Rawls talks about the clothesline project and the importance of giving a gateway of expression to teens dealing with complex issues
CHAMPS Male Mentoring Program strengthens bonds of brotherhood in Chicago
CHAMPS Male Mentoring is hosting the Born 2 Win basketball tournament Tuesday at the Hope Athletic Center.
Voice of Change: Trolley tour offers a taste of West Side soul food and heritage
Crystal Dyer talks about the Chi-Town Trolley tour series, a Black history trolley tour that offers a taste of West Side soul food and its heritage.
GumboFit provides inclusive community and support for people of color
Courtney Phillips, founder of GumboFit, talks about their safe space for runners of color and focusing on new ways to get healthy on the South and West sides.
Crushers Club changing lives by empowering teenagers in Englewood
Crushers Club, a Chicago non-profit organization, empowers teenagers in Englewood with discipline and hard work by giving them a safe place, a job, and a community base.
Aurora recognized as one of the most diverse cities in America
Clayton Muhammad, director of communications for the City of Aurora, talks about their focus on diversity and creating a welcoming environment for all residents.
EAT Chicago works to uplift and empower marginalized Black people
Richard Wallace, founder of Equity And Transformation (EAT), talks about their efforts to provide resources for Black Chicagoans.
Funds will nearly double for early head start services
With help from a federal grant, funds will nearly double for early head start services.
Stepping Stone Theater provides venue for people of color to amplify their voices
Julia Morales, Jonald Reyes and Charley Carroll talk about the mission behind Stepping Stone Theater and the uplifting impact of inclusivity.
Local Black-owned engineering firm fights diversity gap
Rashod Johnson, CEO and President of Ardmore Roderick, talks about how his firm is actively being intentional about addressing the diversity gap.
Union League Boys & Girls Club opening sites at several Chicago schools
Alonso Pasillas, director of operations at the Union League Boys & Girls Club, talks about their new expansion to seven South and West Side schools.
Voice of Change: Companies rethinking community investment strategies
Corporations emerged as the leading funding source for social and racial justice initiatives after the police killing of George Floyd last year, according to a report. And Jonathan Swain, CEO of Link Unlimited Scholars, says he's noticed a change in the way companies think about investing in their communities.
Chicagoans honored as finalists in 'Rising Voices' film initiative
Deondray and Quincy Lenear Gossfield talk about being recognized as finalists in the Indeed 'Rising Voices' initiative for their filmmaking.
What's next for the future of policing in America?
Dr. Lauren Tucker, founder and CEO of Do What Matters, talks about public safety and how policing policies could shift in the coming years.
Chicago's BMRC celebrates 15 years of preserving Black experiences
Marcia Walker-McWilliams, executive director of the Black Metropolis Research Consortium, talks about their mission as an organization and what they hope to achieve in the future.
'Pride in the Pews' seeks acceptance for LGBTQ Christians in the Black church
Don Abram, founder of 'Pride in the Pews,' elaborates on the importance of inclusivity in places of worship.
Attorney creates board game to teach kids about police encounters
Attorney April D. Preyar talks about the inspiration behind her new board game that aims to educate youth about safe and appropriate ways to handle police encounters.