Bobby L. Rush Honored at Legacy Gala, Announces New Community Initiative
Community leaders and activists gathered to celebrate Bobby L. Rush’s decades of service. The former U.S. Congressman reflected on his journey and unveiled a project that will continue his legacy of social justice and empowerment (Photo Credit: Lanette Warbington). On Saturday night, Oct. 26, leaders from across Chicago gathered at Cinespace Studios to celebrate the life and career of former U.S. Congressman Bobby L. Rush. The Legacy Gala, a tribute to Rush’s decades of public service, brought together a mix of politicians, activists, and longtime supporters to honor his
Erin Perry Named Editor-in-Chief of Outlier Media, Ushering in a New Era of Community-Centered Journalism
Detroit’s legacy of powerful community-centered journalism continues with Erin Perry’s appointment as Editor-in-Chief at Outlier Media. As a native Detroiter and experienced media leader, Perry stands ready to uphold the organization’s mission: delivering news that speaks to the heart of the community, the people of Detroit. This moment, both a reflection of the city’s deep-rooted media legacy and its future, comes as Sarah Alvarez, founder of Outlier Media, transitions out of the Editor-in-Chief role she has held since the organization’s inception. Perry’s journey to this leadership position began
Deputy Mayor Todd Bettison Named Interim Chief of Police Amid Leadership Transition
Mayor Mike Duggan has appointed Deputy Mayor Todd Bettison as the Interim Chief of Police for the Detroit Police Department (DPD), following the announcement of Chief James E. White’s upcoming departure. White, who has served Detroit for three years as Chief, will leave the department to become the new CEO of the Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network. As Interim Chief, Bettison will step into a role where he brings extensive law enforcement experience and deep-rooted community relationships. Todd Bettison’s career with DPD spans over 27 years, beginning as
Beauty Genie Founder Ebony Karim Uses Tech to Bring Black Haircare to HBCUs
Ebony Karim, CEO and founder of innovative hair care delivery system, The Beauty Genie is expanding the business and improving access to Black hair care products to Black students in hair care deserts across the country. The Chicago State University graduate recently partnered with Rahya Kelley, a student at Olivet College in Michigan to bring hair care vending machines to Black and Brown consumers in the region. As students can attest, finding hair care products on or near predominantly White colleges and universities can prove especially difficult as
Civil Rights Icon Dr. Charles Neblett Pioneers Prostate Cancer Awareness Movement for Black Men
Civil rights icon Dr. Charles D. Neblett, MD, is spearheading a powerful initiative to shine a light on healthcare equity in the Black community. Diagnosed with stage 4 metastatic prostate cancer, Neblett has turned his personal battle into a platform for change with the launch of the #BlackProstateCheckChallenge. This campaign urges Black prostate cancer survivors and patients to share their stories, providing a space for conversation and support through the power of social media. Through the #BlackProstateCheckChallenge, Neblett’s family nonprofit, Community Projects, Inc., seeks to foster dialogue, dispel stigmas,
Ryan Wilson, Lakeysha Hallmon Host Economic Freedom Talks for Harris-Waltz Campaign
Just a few weeks ahead of the 2024 presidential showdown, as political and celebrity heavyweights make clear their support for a Harris administration, Ryan Wilson of the Gathering Spot, Lakeysha Hallmon, founder and CEO of the Village Market and Atlanta community organizer Scotty Smart spoke exclusively with the Atlanta Daily World regarding their involvement in a dynamic series of discussions spearheaded by the Harris-Walz ticket to focus on their plans for small and minority businesses. Wilson and Hallmon, co-organizers of the Economic Freedom Talks series provided Atlantans an
Incomparable Roger Humphries gets street named after him in Pittsburgh
In some online biographies of Roger Humphries, it states first that he is “an American jazz drummer.” “Just” an “American jazz drummer?” Ask the great sculptor Thaddeus Mosley, and he’ll tell you, “that’s the greatest drummer in the world.” Pittsburgh City Councilman Khari Mosley, son of Thaddeus Mosley, told the story on Sept. 27 to all in attendance where Arch Street meets East Jefferson Street, North Side, just off Federal Street. Khari Mosley’s father found out that Khari’s best friend was the nephew of Humphries, and when Humphries’ nephew said
Detroit vs. Everybody: Tommey Walker Jr. and TG Grantham Host Fireside Chat for Black Men
(L-R)Terrance “TG” Grantham, Tommey Walker Jr. and Tony West, Image courtesy of Harris for President In a spirited last push to energize early voters, Detroit Vs. Everybody founder Tommey Walker Jr. and influential emcee Terrance “TG” Grantham hosted a Get Out the Vote (GOTV) Happy Hour for the Harris-Walz campaign today in Detroit. The event featured a fireside chat with Tony West, Vice President Kamala Harris' brother-in-law, offering timely insights just before early voting kicks off on October 19. Detroit Vs. Everybody founder Tommey Walker Jr. expressed that when
Roz Lewis of Greater Women’s Business Council Demands Accountability
Roz Lewis is President and CEO of the Greater Women’s Business Council (GWBC®), a regional partner organization of the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC); past Chair of the WBENC Leadership Council and currently serves on the WBENC Board of Directors. Her day-to-day responsibilities include leading GWBC’s region of 1200+ certified women businesses in the states of Georgia, North Carolina and South Carolina. She has received numerous awards and featured in articles related to supplier diversity and GWBC. Most notably WE USA Magazine, Forbes SE Magazine and The
An Exclusive Conversation With Garien Gatewood, Chicago Deputy Mayor of Community Safety
As the city explores alternatives, Deputy Mayor of Community Safety Garien Gatewood shares the Johnson Administration’s vision for investing in people and improving first responder technology (Photo Credit: Chicago Mayor’s Office). With Chicago pulling the plug on ShotSpotter, what will replace it? The city recently opened bids from vendors offering alternative first responder technology to replace the acoustic gun detection technology. Chicago isn’t the first city to scrap ShotSpotter and resort to alternatives. For what life could look like post-ShotSpotter, one could look at cities like Seattle and Portland