WGN WEB DESK and Andrea Darlas Article Reprint CHICAGO — The mother of a 9-year-old boy who was murdered on the South Side is defending her decision to buy a new car.
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Rhymefest to Spike Lee: ‘You owe Chicago an apology’
By: Miriam Di Nunzio Article Reprint Chicago rapper Rhymefest — a k a Cheland Smith — does not mince words when it comes to Spike Lee’s upcoming film “Chi-Raq.” He took to Twitter on Wednesday with this message:
Read moreLil Bibby Talks Free Crack 3, Collabo Project w/ Lil Herb & Chiraq Soundtrack
By: Andrew Barber Article Reprint In a rather candid interview with HipHopRevival, Lil Bibby touches on a number of engaging topics ranging from his new project Free Crack 3, to his long awaited collabo album with
Read moreWatch The Trailer For Spike Lee’s ‘Chi-Raq’ Movie
By: Andrew Barber Article Reprint The official trailer for Spike Lee’s Chi-Raq movie is here. The controversial film is set to hit theaters on December 4th, 2015. From the looks of the trailer, there are
Read moreUltrarunners Complete 900-Mile Running Trip from Chicago to NYC
By Justin Breen Article Reprint CHICAGO — They made it. Patrick Sweeney and Alex Ramsey completed a 900-mile, 20 day running venture from Chicago to New York City in time for Sunday’s NYC Marathon.
Read moreReport: Patrick Kane Unlikely To Face Criminal Charges In Rape Case
chicago.cbslocal.com Article Reprint (CBS) — The Buffalo News reports that it appears that criminal charges will likely not be filed against Blackhawks star Patrick Kane following a rape investigation.
Read moreWhy are there fewer black teachers in CPS?
By: Natalie Moore Article Submission A few weeks before the school year ends, Taree Porter leads word drills with her second graders and reads a Judy Blume classic amid the din of giggles.
Read moreLeBron James ‘honored’ to play in front of Obama in Chicago
By Rob Ogden Article Reprint The “King” is eager to play in front of the President.
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