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Black History Month: Celebrating the innovators, teachers and legends from Chicago and beyond
CBS Chicago highlights stories that celebrate the theme for Black History Month 2025: African Americans and labor.
ABC7 Chicago celebrates Black History Month with 'Our Chicago: Black Hair Is...' special
This Black History Month, ABC7 is exploring the relevance and cultural impact of Black hair to the community, from its historical significance and present-day anti-discrimination laws, to big business and barbershop culture.
Celebrate Black history in Chicago
February is Black History Month, which is a chance to honor generations of Black American achievement. Here are some pertinent events, exhibitions, and public gatherings happening in celebration of the observance,
Black History Month: Remembering WWI's Illinois Fighting 8th
In continuation of recognizing and celebrating Black History Month, WBBM shines a spotlight on the Fighting 8th. Overlooked, by their own military, Black regiments like the Fighting 8th become heroes in France during the Great War.
Black History Month, Maple Sugaring, and More Things To Do in Chicago This Weekend With Kids
Looking for the best things to do in Chicago this weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your list! Don't let Black History Month pass you by without attending one of its many fun celebrations.
How we got this photo of the Phillips Choir performing for Black History Month
Joseph Smith (left) conducts the choir at Wendell Phillips High School in Douglas, Thursday, Feb. 27, 2025. Alumni of the Phillips Choir got together once again to perform at the Black History Month celebration at their alma mater. This week’s top photo comes from Visual Journalist Anthony Vazquez. Follow him on Instagram.
Honoring Benjamin Davis Jr. | Black History Month
During Black History Month, we are honoring Tuskegee Airmen commanding officer Benjamin Davis Jr. After attending the University of Chicago, he went to West Point, and ended up becoming the first brigadier general in the U.
Honoring Black History Month | Daybreak+
We're looking at stories of Black Austinites past and present who have helped create an impact on their communities.
Honoring Father Augustus Tolton during Black History Month
During Black History Month, we are honoring Rev. Augustus Tolton, the first African American ordained as a Catholic priest.
GAP celebrated Black History Month with Harlem’s Fashion Row
GAP made Black History Month special by teaming with Harlem's Fashion Row and bringing NYC's designers to the forefront. The post GAP celebrated Black History Month with Harlem’s Fashion Row appeared first on The Manual.
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Black History Month: Chicago Founder and Haitian Revolutionary Jean Baptiste Point du Sable
Chicago Founder and Haitian Revolutionary Jean Baptiste Point du Sable Chicago Founder Jean Baptiste Point du Sable ...
Students hit the silver screen for Black History Month Film Festival in Country Club Hills
The work of students from Markham, Country Club Hills and Hazel Crest was on display at a Black History Month Film Fest at ...
During Black History Month, remember stories of Black athletes who influenced America
From Jesse Owens, Jackie Robinson and Muhammad Ali to Colin Kaepernick, the achievements of Black athletes have had a role in ...
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Bronzeville gathering highlights history of Black excellence in Chicago
The event was hosted by Chicago Defender Charities with 50 guests attending. The backstory: It was an intimate conversation ...
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Bears present inaugural Black History Month Youth Leader Awards
Kenwood Academy High School junior Jayvon Anderson — a varsity football captain — and Lane Tech College Prep High School ...
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Remembering Don Cornelius: A Visionary Who Lived & Died on His Own Terms
February: love, peace, soul! Black History Month in the US, a 'holy month' of celebration. We honor Black global impact, like Don Cornelius.
Remarkable program helping young Black girls in Chicago achieve their goals and dreams
Ladies of Virtue offers mentoring, leadership development, and mental health support to help Black girls become confident, ...
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Forgotten Black military heroes featured in Illinois State Museum exhibit
Adam Krall, a historic site interpreter with the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, showcases an original rifle that ...