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After Chadwick Boseman's death, doctors are recommending screenings for anyone with colon cancer symptoms.

After Chadwick Boseman’s death, doctors are recommending immediate screenings for those with colon cancer symptoms

September 1, 2020 at 1:00 a.m.

The gravitas of actor Chadwick Boseman's death at age 43 has been felt around the world. For "Black Panther" fans and the Black community, his greatness was only in midstride,...

Actor Chadwick Boseman in the press room during the 2019 American Music Awards in Los Angeles on Nov. 24, 2019.

After experiencing the awe, hope and promise of ‘Black Panther’ (and 2 Wakandacons), losing Chadwick Boseman hit hard

August 31, 2020 at 5:23 p.m.

Has it really been two years since the world turned on its axis? Since being seen and feeling heard was a reality in Hollywood a la "Black Panther?" Chills, goosebumps....

Kevin Young on curating 250 years of African American poetry: ‘So vital and rich that it can barely be contained.’

September 1, 2020 at 1:33 p.m.

Kevin Young's star has been burning bright for some time now. His work as a poet and essayist has centered on darkness, Blackness and even "Bunkness." He is New Yorker...

Comics that helped prevent teen depression before pandemic now targeting increased risks because of COVID-19

September 1, 2020 at 1:31 p.m.

Aubree Schmitt, 23, has seen a surge in youth suicides in her rural residential area. A native of Rock Falls, the second-year UIC graduate student calls the Sauk Valley area...

"Censoredish " space area at the Womanish exhibit, on State St. in Chicago, Wednesday, Aug. 20, 2020, a woman-centered 5 floor exhibition space that explores a multitude of non-binary experiences by a diverse set of young, women identified artists.

Something different to do during COVID: An interactive art exhibit that’s ready for Instagram

August 27, 2020 at 2:42 p.m.

This pandemic may have you craving new experiences. "WOMANish,"a monthlong exploration of identity and perspectives of womxn and gender non-confirming people, is here to provide just that. Originally slated to...

In this image from video, Marley Dias of West Orange, New Jersey, speaks with moderator Eva Longoria on the first night of the Democratic National Convention on Aug. 17, 2020.

Q&A with 15-year-old children’s book guru Marley Dias, who spoke at the Democratic convention, on her latest project coming Sept. 1 to Netflix

August 25, 2020 at 1:23 p.m.

A lot can happen in two years time, but when you are Marley Dias — founder and author of the social media campaign #1000BlackGirlBooks — somehow that's on a whole...

U.S. Rep. Danny K. Davis addresses hospital employees, community members and activists protesting the closing of Mercy Hospital and Medical Center in Chicago at a rally Aug. 18, 2020.

Rally to save Mercy Hospital in Bronzeville draws employees, elected officials, neighborhood organizers, union reps

August 19, 2020 at 5:22 p.m.

Tracey Boler and her husband, Damian, stood outside Mercy Hospital and Medical Center on Wednesday morning, waiting to hear news about the planned closure of the Bronzeville health care facility....

Artist Sage Smith, 20, photographed with her artwork on display at the Connect Gallery in Hyde Park neighborhood in Chicago on Friday, August 7, 2020.

Artists Sage Smith and Lauren Harris aren’t letting the social climate dictate their artistry: ‘Not everything has to be about Black trauma or a big statement.’

August 19, 2020 at 8:13 a.m.

Sage Smith, 20, just had her first solo show at Connect Gallery on the South Side earlier in August. During the weeklong show, some of the artwork in her 16-piece...

Four Seasons Hotel Chicago plans to unveil new public spaces this fall, with largest renovation to date

August 17, 2020 at 8:51 p.m.

The travel and tourism industry has taken a hit during the pandemic, but the Four Seasons Hotel Chicago is using the time to tackle its largest renovation since it opened...

More kids are on path to aviation careers, thanks to nonprofit AeroStar — with boost from U. of C.’s Accelerator for community programs

August 15, 2020 at 12:11 a.m.

Tammera Holmes' nonprofit, AeroStar Avion Institute, has been helping open doors for young people of color in the aviation industry since 2008. Her focus: inspiring more girls and young women,...

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