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92% of black male teens unemployed in Chicago, 83% nationally
Alarming figures about the state of our economy in regards to teenagers have been released. In Chicago, ninety-two percent of African American male teenagers are unemployed. Overall, eighty-three percent of black male teens in the country are without a job.
New report reveals that credit card debt is worse for African Americans
You can find them everywhere. On college campuses. In the mail. Creditors are practically handing out credit cards to anyone with a social security number, and while the piece of plastic seems like a quick way to make purchases and pay off bills, they do more harm than good. Especially for African Americans. A study […]
Kartemquin Films offers diversity film fellowship to people of color
Kartemquin Films in collaboration with the Community Film Workshop is offering a series of workshops to minority filmmakers and aspiring storytellers. As part of the Diverse Voices in Docs fellowship, participants will have the chance to grow professionally in the field and network with other filmmakers from Chicago.
Rich residents of small town seek to secede from poor predominantly black residential area
The more affluent members of East Baton Rouge Parish are seeking to create a new city. The formation of the new city, St. George, would place a border around the much wealthier and whiter part of the parish. The findings come in light of a new report commissioned by the Baton Rouge Area Chamber and […]
Here we go again: Another professional woman told that her natural hairstyle isn’t acceptable
For more than 10 years, Ashley Davis has been growing her locks. Her entire family has the style and it’s very much a part of her identity. Unfortunately the finance company that she works for doesn’t seem to care for them.
Man quits Wall Street job to make a difference in the lives of youth
Marquis Taylor, 29, used to be a professional on Wall Street, but he left his six figure gig in real estate finance to fully dedicate his time to youth. Taylor now mentors low-income adolescents.
Michael Jackson lawsuit verdict expected soon
The wrongful death lawsuit filed by Michael Jackson’s family against his concert promoter AEG Live is now being deliberated by a jury.
The verdict could have huge implications for how the entertainment industry conducts business with stars.
Alice Walker Disinvited from U. of Michigan Over Stance on Isreal
Due to her stance on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, Alice Walker has been disinvited as a speaker at the University of Michigan.
Rahm Emanuel Announces Five-Year Plan to Invest $50 Million in Youth Programs
Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel has announces a five-year plan to invest $50 million in youth-serving programs. Hopefully this plan will be informed by the input of the community.
New Report Addresses America’s Unequal Education System; Pushes for Large-Scale Reform
A federal report released by 27 education experts calls America’s education inequities a “dire” situation; called for equal access to quality teachers, school finance reform, and an expansion of early childhood education.
Rapper Shawty Lo and His 10 Baby Mommas To Star in New Reality Show
A new reality tv show will focus on the lives of Shawty Lo and his ten baby mommas.; with whom he has eleven kids. Is this a new low for reality tv? Will you watch?
D.L. Hughley Attacks Lupe Fiasco for Not Voting; Lupe Responds
In response to comedian D.L. Hughley’s indignation over the fact that he doesn’t vote, rapper Lupe Fiasco has issued a challenge: Chicago rapper Lupe Fiasco used Twitter to respond to comments made by comedian D.L. Hughley over Lupe’s reluctance to participate in the upcoming presidential election. He attempted to reason and explain why President Obama […]