Voice of Change: Art West is rebranding Chicago's West Side with culture
Rebranding Chicago's West Side with art and culture is what one Black-owned art gallery is all about. Art West's co-founder Alexie Young talks about it in Voice of Change.
Mr. Dad's Father's Club engages fathers in their community through the power of reading
Joseph Williams, founder of Mr. Dad's Father's Club, talks about how the pandemic has shifted the direction of his group but how their vision has remained the same.
BMO Harris, Cara partner up for a more inclusive Chicago
Joe Mutuc and Bianca T talk about the partnership between Cara and BMO Harris to inspire more diverse and inclusive workplaces across Chicago.
First Step Act gives Chicagoan a chance to turn his life around
Johnny "Crusher" Jackson talks about turning his life around and giving back to the community after being given a second chance through the First Step Act.
Young, Black & Lit encourages youth to read books, find channels of self-empowerment
Krenice Roseman and Derrick Ramsey talk about the mission of Young, Black & Lit and the importance of showing youth the postivie impact of reading.
Symposium on Racial Reconciliation to address systemic racism in Chicago
Vanessa Stokes talks about the upcoming virtual Symposium on Racial Reconciliation.
HoJo Family Assistance Program provides resources, support for families in low-income areas
Timothy Hooper, founder of HoJo Family Assistance Program, talks about what their doing to support Chicago's most vulnerable during the pandemic and beyond.
Black women disproportionately affected by breast cancer
Dr. William Gradishar from Northwestern Memorial Hospital talks about the importance of mammograms and having regular screenings for breast cancer.
Local Market in South Shore to dedicate more shelf space to Black-owned businesses
FOX 32's Terrance Lee reports live from Local Market grocery store in the South Shore neighborhood
Sigma Omega Foundation provides scholarships, community services to Woodlawn and beyond
Theodore Davis, vice president of the Sigma Omega Foundation, talks about what they're doing to strengthen the fabric of their community and provide pathways to higher education for young, talented students.
Blaktober encouraging people to support Black-owned restaurants
Jeremy Joyce, founder of Black People Eats, joins us to talk about Blaktober, a virtual festival for Black-owned restaurants offering meal deals and specials throughout the month.
Structural racism under the spotlight in pivotal election year
Ayana Clark, a community advocate for the 1st district, talks about serving as a liasion between the community and Rep. Bobby Rush.
APS & Associates serves as a bridge to unite divided communities across Chicago
Political strategist Alex Sims talks about what's next for healing the racial divide in Chicago and across the nation.
Chicago's DuSable Museum showcases Black excellence
Perri L. Irmer, president and CEO of the DuSable Museum of African-American History, talks about what they're doing to honor and celebrate the achievements of Black Americans.
The TRiiBE works to unify Black Chicagoans, showcase diverse and disenfranchised perspectives
Tiffany Walden and Matt Harvey from The TRiiBE talk about what they're doing to empower Black Chicagoans and be a personalized resource for the community.
Voice of Change: IC Stars working with underprivileged youth
We've talked before about moving beyond diversity and toward racial equity. More corporate workplaces are having the conversation now but it's an issue i.c.stars has been tackling for 20 years now and many companies could learn a thing or two from them. President and co-founder Sandee Kastrul talks about it.
Heal America Tour stops in Chicago
Change starts with real conversation like the ones we have everyday during the Voice of Change. For it to be productive, it has to have a clear, core focus. That's the goal of the Heal America Tour, which has a stop in Chicago Wednesday night.
The South Shore Chamber lending a hand to small businesses in need of support
Erick Soderberg talks about what they're doing to reach out to small and Black-owned businesses to help them thrive after the destruction of 2020.
Goodman Theatre takes 'Fannie Lou Hamer, Speak On It!' on the road
E. Faye Butler talks about starring in the Goodman Theatre's production of "Fannie Lou Hamer, Speak On It!" and the importance of getting out the vote for the 2020 election.
South Side Film Fest takes show virtual this year
Michelle Kennedy previews the South Side Film Festival which will take place virtually from Sept. 25th through Oct. 4th