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African American landmarks affected by the government shutdown
Several historical landmarks were forced to close Tuesday due to the government shutdown. The Ebenezer Baptist Church, the Underground Railroad and Frederick Douglass National Historic Site are all closed to visitors. Congress failed o agree yesterday on the debt-ceiling, a spending bill that funds the government.
Johnson Publishing Building Could Become A Chicago Landmark
The Johnson Publishing Co. Building has been a proud part of Chicago’s downtown since it was first constructed in 1971. However, it was also a beacon of hope and Black pride as it housed Ebony and Jet and many other publications up until 2012. Given its rich history, the building is ever closer to being commemorated as […]