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New app helps determine ‘sketchy’ neighborhoods
SketchFactor is now available in app stores. The app uses user data to determine the “sketchiness” of certain neighborhoods and areas. Despite the fact that the racial makeup of an area will more than likely play a part in which areas are deemed “sketchy” by users, the app is a finalist for the NYC BigApps competition, […]
New app allows disenfranchised to record incidents in real-time
There’s a new app that is helping disenfranchised individuals in Chicago record incidents of racism and discrimination in real-time. Vocalize was created to help individuals rediscover their voice and reclaim their rights.
Tara Walker becomes New Jersey’s first black female firefighter
Tara Walker made history on Friday when she became the first black female firefighter for the New Jersey City Fire Department. In the department’s entire 143-history, there has never been an African-American female on the squad.
New World Water
I know it’s Meatless Monday and all, but I have half a mind to eat a double cheeseburger while rocking a fur coat or something. But that wouldn’t do anything but further clog my arteries, and make me especially hot during a remarkably mild summer day here in Chicago. It would do nothing to stop […]
New York approves segregation proposal in high-rises
The City of New York approved a proposal to build a “poor door,” or separate door for residents living in affordable housing to enter their building. The proposal, submitted by Extell, one of the most prominent developers in the city, gives the company the right to install a separate set of doors into a high-rise […]
League City becomes first to officially ‘ban’ undocumented immigrant children
A small town in Texas has become the first city to officially ban undocumented immigrant children. League City council members passed a resolution Tuesday evening that makes it illegal for undocumented children to enter the municipality.
That one time my city didn’t kill anyone
The following post originally appeared on Chatham Chatter under the title of “That Time My City Didn’t Kill Anyone.” By: Chicago Chatter Native son of Chicago. Raised in Chatham. Bulls, Bears, and Sox fan (in that order). Lived just a few blocks off of 79th and the Dan Ryan until my late twenties. This information […]
Residents, city officials celebrate Whole Foods ground breaking ceremony in Englewood
Six years ago, Ald. Joann Thompson (16th) traveled to the International Council of Shopping Centers convention in Las Vegas to push for retailers to bring their business to Chicago’s Englewood community. She came away with nothing.
City council member defends racist remarks despite calls for resignation
A Texas-based city council member is standing by racist remarks made public during a taped conversation in a parking lot despite calls for her resignation. La Marque City Council member Connie Trube’s comments were made public Monday evening.
New York celebrates jazz legend’s birthday with unveiling of ‘Miles Davis Way’
On what would’ve been the legendary jazz singer’s 88th birthday, the city of New York honored Miles Davis with “Miles Davis Way.” A block on New York City’s Upper West Side where Davis created some of jazz’s most profound work was renamed in his honor.
Dean Baquet becomes The New York Times’ first African-American executive editor
Dean Baquet has been named executive editor of The New York Times, becoming the first African American to hold the position. He will replace Jill Abramson.
Ras Baraka clinches Newark mayoral seat
Yesterday, Ras Baraka claimed the mayoral seat of Newark, NJ. Baraka, a councilman and activist, beat law professor Shavar Jeffries for the seat left vacant by Cory Booker, who is now a senator in Washington. Baraka won 54% of the vote.