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‘Don’t you forget about’ Hughes: festival celebrates filmmaker

‘Don’t you forget about’ Hughes: festival celebrates filmmaker

May 8, 2017
ILAVA clothing is inspired by African prints, while still having a laid-back style. The store is online, but Mwitula Williams said she hopes to expand with pop-up shops.

Local clothing line: ethical clothing ‘can be done’

May 8, 2017
Baby bison are expected to  be born at Fermilab in Batavia, Illinios, during April and May.

Roaming free: baby bison to join Fermilab family

May 1, 2017
Brigette Maxwell, owner of Total Look Beauty Salon, 7849 S. Loomis Blvd., will provide 100 high school seniors with free hairstyling for prom and graduation.

South Side salon provides free prom, graduation hairstyling

May 1, 2017
Rapper Kaiydo captures the essence of summer and carefree fun with his latest singles, including his Soundcloud hit “Fruit Punch.” He will performing April 25 at the Bottom Lounge, 1375 W. Lake St.

Kaiydo serves ‘Fruit Punch’ for summer

April 24, 2017
The Kombucha Room, 2355 N. Milwaukee Ave., will serve kombucha on tap starting April 29.

Tea on tap: Kombucha bar opening in Logan Square

April 24, 2017
“Exhibitionism—The Rolling Stones” will be at Navy Pier until July 30. The exhibit illustrates the musical and cultural impact of the Stones.

Exhibit illustrates Rolling Stones’ cultural, musical legacy

April 17, 2017
National poetry month reinvigorates literary passion

National poetry month reinvigorates literary passion

April 14, 2017
Breaking the confined mind

Breaking the confined mind

April 10, 2017
Producer and musician Steve Albini (bottom) knows the ins and outs of Chicago’s punk scene. He has seen it grow throughout the decades and still lives it, recording punk bands at his Avondale recording studio Electrical Audio, 2621 W. Belmont Ave.

Pioneer of Punk: Steve Albini remembers music community

April 10, 2017
Field Museum unveils dino-mite new exhibit

Field Museum unveils dino-mite new exhibit

April 3, 2017
Jordanna came out with a new music video for her songs “Chances” and “One Night Thing” March 30. The introspective songs explore vulnerability in relationships and human connection.

Jordanna explores vulnerability in new video

April 3, 2017
The “Transgender Day of Visibility 2017: Artist Showcase” March 31 will feature 30 artists including Luna Luxe, whose photography will be on display.

Showcase promotes visibility of transgender artists, community

March 27, 2017
The flags along The 606 trail are part of “Declaration,” an installation representing equality and the importance of community, said artist Gwendolyn Terry.

Flags for freedom: 606 project symbolizes equality

March 27, 2017
The Motivate & Encourage Music Appreciation program at Stone Academy has now expanded to Langford Community Academy on the South Side.

Do-re-MeMa: program mixes music, activism to teach history

March 13, 2017
The French Pastry School worked with the Mayor’s office to create the Mayor’s Cup pastry competition, in which Chicago high schoolers will compete for a full-ride scholarship to the school.

Cupcake competition challenges Chicago youth

March 13, 2017
‘Get Out’ isn’t anti-white, it’s anti-racism

‘Get Out’ isn’t anti-white, it’s anti-racism

March 6, 2017
Susan Bennett,executive creative director at Simple Truth will be moderating the panel at the Women in Design event March 8.

Women to illustrate challenges in design field

March 6, 2017
Six-time Grammy award winner Malik Yusef has worked with musicians such as Kanye West, Beyoncé and Common. He won his latest Grammy for co-writing “Sandcastles” with Beyoncé.

Kanye West mentor foresees future of hip-hop

March 6, 2017
Roe v. Wade v. Trump

Roe v. Wade v. Trump

February 27, 2017
“Gender Breakdown” will preview Feb. 21 at the Flat Iron Arts Building, 1579 N. Milwaukee Ave.

Local play ‘breaks down’ gender inequity

February 20, 2017
Local photographer showcases salon subculture

Local photographer showcases salon subculture

February 20, 2017

Presidency vs. Pregnancy— political climate brings uncertainty for women’s health

February 13, 2017
Artist Aleia Murawski said she has been working with miniatures her whole life.  She uses these tiny rooms to create spaces for the snails.

Slime meets surreal: artist creates scenery for snails

February 13, 2017
The Irish Theatre of Chicago will be showcasing a monthlong series of the Irish arts at Chief O’Neill’s Pub and Restaurant, 3471 N. Elston Ave.

Irish theatre celebrated with new festival

February 13, 2017
Sports Boyfriend, a pop-electronic project, will perform at The Empty Bottle, 1035 N. Western Ave. on Feb. 13.

Sports Boyfriend brings fresh face to pop

February 6, 2017
New local web series ‘Brown Girls,’ a love story of friendship, will be available for streaming on Feb. 15 on Open TV (beta).

Local web series to depict needed representation, friendship

February 6, 2017
Women and Children First Bookstore is started a series called “The Conversation, pairing out-of-town authors with local writers, artists, and musicians. Participants discussed issues as diverse as art and activism, race and racism, sex, class, feminism, intimacy, darkness in literature and the life of the city. Their first event was Jan. 26.

Local bookstore’s monthly panels to provide space for artists, resistance

January 30, 2017
The Noah’s Ark exhibition being built at the Creation Museum in Williamstown,   Kentucky, aims to debunk evolution and strengthen belief in creationism and is the focus of Monica Long Ross’ film, “We Believe In Dinosaurs.”

Filmmakers examine divide in science, religion

January 23, 2017
The old shooting range at the former police station, 100 S. Racine Ave., has now been transformed into a costume room for the Chicago Children’s Theatre.

Children’s theater finds home in old police station

January 23, 2017
Red hats support heart health

Red hats support heart health

February 23, 2016
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