Chicago artist uses clay to connect to 'fragility' of Black life
Kenya Moffett-Garner said her art also reflects political movements that are changing history.
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Kenya Moffett-Garner said her art also reflects political movements that are changing history.
Kenya Moffett-Garner said her art also reflects political movements that are changing history. CBS 2's Dorothy Tucker introduces us to Moffett-Garner as we continue our celebration of artists during Black History Month.
Mundy created Alkeme, an app specifically tailored to the Black experience.
Our Lady of Africa Parish is having a special mass to celebrate Black History Month.
The service will feature the parish's multicultural faith community.
As part of Black History Month, ComEd on Saturday hosted its annual STEM Labs event. Some creative kids got a chance to explore robotics.
CBS 2's Jim Williams took us back to The InZone Project, and its growing success.
CBS 2 is celebrating Black History Month and there are a few things going on this weekend if you're looking to celebrate as well.
CBS 2 is celebrating Black History Month and there are a few things going on this weekend if you're looking to celebrate as well.
The lights on the building read, "Black History 365," with red, yellow, and green colors. You can see it in person, every night until Monday.
The contents of a box had long been a mystery, but now, it's unlocked to the public and revealing 100 years of history.
The contents of a box had long been a mystery, but now, it's unlocked to the public and revealing 100 years of history. CBS 2's Joe Donlon reports.
The Newberry Library acquired 44 glass slides at auction – documenting Black life in Chicago and other Northern cities in the early 20th century. We’ll be digging into the history of these slides at 10.
It will be held at the parks named in honor of African Americans who've helped shape the legacy of Chicago.
Throughout Black History Month, we're exploring topics and issues that have impacted African Americans for centuries. This morning, we're talking about beauty standards and how they've evolved over the years. Joining us is Karen Anderson, an Illinois humanities Road Scholar.
"The artwork is beautiful, and it's amazing, but it does tell stories," said Frances Guichard, co-owner of Gallery Guichard.
CBS 2's Mugo Odigwe takes us to Chicago's famed Bronzeville neighborhood, where a husband and wife are taking their message of understanding and inclusion all around the world.
Cutting hair and building an empire; one South Side barber is paving the way to keep young men out of the system and into a better life. Larry Roberts Jr. owns two barber shops in Chatham and Pullman, and has seven barber colleges across the state, including three inside the Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice and the Cook County Jail. He started the program in Cook County Jail in 2010 as a way to build a better community.
Vendor Markeyon Wallock tells us what the first-ever market means for Black History Month.
Roberts has two barbershops and seven barber colleges across the state - including three schools inside the Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice and the Cook County Jail.
CBS 2's Shardaa Gray talked with Larry Roberts Jr., owner of Larry's Barber Maximus, for this Black History Month profile.
Black History Month celebrations are taking place throughout Chicago and the suburbs. The Lombard Historical Society has several events and activities happening. Executive director Alison Costanzo spoke with us about what they have planned.
They're expected to discuss reparations, a black economic agenda, and the state of black America.
"I think the churches really wanted to save the landmark for the future generations, and yet most of the future generations have no idea that this building exists," said Patricia Abrams.
Nearly a century ago, the origins of Black History Month began at the YMCA in Bronzeville, led by the famed Carter G. Woodson. CBS 2's Ryan Baker takes us on a tour.
It's all about learning at this point, as Chicago Bears rookies hit the practice field for the first time on Friday at Halas Hall.
Monday marks one year since Illinois enacted Karina's Law — legislation aimed at taking firearms out of the hands of people accused of domestic abuse.
Tenants at a South Shore apartment building said they've noticed their rent fluctuating by hundreds of dollars a month due to a change in how their utility billing system is set up.
Friday marks one year since Chicago's own Robert Prevost became Pope Leo XIV, leader of the Catholic Church.
One person was killed and two others were seriously wounded in a shooting late Friday morning in the Greater Grand Crossing neighborhood on the South Side of Chicago.
The Trump administration announced a major expansion of its denaturalization campaign targeting foreign-born American citizens accused of fraudulently obtaining U.S. citizenship.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said in a statement that the documents "have long fueled justified speculation — and it's time the American people see it for themselves."
Three of the nation's major scholarly groups challenged the Trump administration's cuts to humanities grants.
Since his second term started, President Trump has introduced a flurry of initiatives aimed at taming the excesses of the pharmaceutical industry.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and other mayors are asking Illinois lawmakers to increase the share of income tax revenue that goes to local governments.
Chatham residents say they're losing a vital resource as Walgreen's prepares to close its store near 86th and Cottage Grove.
According to AAA, the average price of a gallon of regular gas in Chicago was $5.17 on Friday, up from $3.75 a year ago.
Peoples Gas and North Shore Gas Company customers are likely to see minor credits on their bills for the next three years, thanks to a $125 million settlement agreement announced Thursday by Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul.
Chicago gas prices are spiking as the war with Iran drags on, with regular gas nearing $6 in some spots and premium already selling for more than $7 in some places.
In the legal venue of anti-trust enforcement, the state is not taking on the Trump administration, but rather filling a void that state officials say the Trump administration has vacated.
The largest U.S. health insurer said it will eliminate approval requirements for some treatments, including select outpatient surgeries and other procedures.
Thirty years ago, Advocate Children's Hospital created a specialized team to transport the smallest patients to get life-saving care. On the anniversary of the Neonatal Pediatric Transport Team, they unveiled some a new ambulance.
The second-largest physicians' group in the U.S. has issued a surprising switch in breast cancer screening recommendations.
A new $48 million wellness center opened Thursday in the West Garfield Park neighborhood. The goal is to improve the health and quality of life for people on the West Side of Chicago.
La Rabida Children's Hospital went all out for Earth Day on Wednesday, with volunteer cleanup efforts by staffers and activities for patients and families.
U.S. prosecutors allege a man with multiple aliases used the name of the famed Astor family to scam a Mexican billionaire out of $450 million.
Thousands of people marched from the West Loop to Daley Plaza in downtown Chicago on Friday for May Day, with activists calling for workers' rights, stronger labor protections, and increased school funding.
A $170 million-plus plan announced this week will redevelop the Water Tower Place mall on the Magnificent Mile.
The Holiday Club in Chicago's Buena Park neighborhood will soon be going out of business, as the building that houses the popular bar is set to be torn down.
At a meeting on Tuesday, the Lincolnwood Village Board approved a pre-development agreement with the mall, providing a roadmap with the property owner for further preparations and government approvals for redevelopment.
David Allan Coe also had hits with "You Never Even Called Me By My Name" and "The Ride" among others.
Some youngsters got a behind-the-scenes look at the magic of making opera Sunday at the Lyric Opera of Chicago.
Matt DeCaro, an actor who was a familiar face on the Chicago stage for many years, died this weekend.
Jake was at the funeral for one of his closest friends when he learned of his parents' deaths, he said.
Tickets for the 2026 Ravinia Festival season went on sale Thursday morning.
Monday marks one year since Illinois enacted Karina's Law — legislation aimed at taking firearms out of the hands of people accused of domestic abuse. The law was named after Karina Gonzalez after her brutal murder in Little Village in 2023. For her son, Manny Alvarez, the one-year mark of Karina's Law comes at a complicated time.
Chief meteorologist Albert Ramon has the latest First Alert Weather forecast.
A pair of bonded stray dogs found at a Chicago rail yard have found their forever home together. The Anti-Cruelty Society said Bird and Dee were found near a rail line in the city, abandoned.
U.S. officials are planning an evacuation flight to get 17 Americans off a Dutch-flagged cruise ship at the center of a deadly hantavirus outbreak.
Tenants at a South Shore apartment building said they've noticed their rent fluctuating by hundreds of dollars a month due to a change in how their utility billing system is set up.
A student at Christ the King Jesuit College Prep and a rideshare driver were killed in a Chicago shooting in Garfield Park.
One person was killed and two others were seriously wounded in a shooting late Friday morning in the Greater Grand Crossing neighborhood on the South Side of Chicago.
Officer Bartholomew was remembered as a beloved son, father, husband, brother, friend and member of the Chicago Police Department.
Monday marks one year since Illinois enacted Karina's Law — legislation aimed at taking firearms out of the hands of people accused of domestic abuse.
The Canvas outage left students and teachers in the Chicago and Illinois university systems scrambling amid the end of the spring semester.
Monday marks one year since Illinois enacted Karina's Law — legislation aimed at taking firearms out of the hands of people accused of domestic abuse.
Tenants at a South Shore apartment building said they've noticed their rent fluctuating by hundreds of dollars a month due to a change in how their utility billing system is set up.
A man from the Chicago suburbs lost $69,000 of his savings to a scam by a thief using an AI-generated U.S. Marshals badge to intimidate him.
Illinois lawmakers are trying to decide what should happen when artificial intelligence leads to serious destruction or even death, and two of the most influential AI companies in the world are backing opposing state bills trying to answer that question.
Rideshare drivers say it's getting difficult to continue working as gas prices surpass $6 in the city.
It's all about learning at this point, as Chicago Bears rookies hit the practice field for the first time on Friday at Halas Hall.
Michael Conforto went 3 for 3 with a homer and two RBIs, Shota Imanaga pitched six innings of one-run ball and the Chicago Cubs extended their winning streak to nine games with an 8-3 win over the Cincinnati Reds.
In May 2019, Bridgett Kolls came to a Cubs game with a simple sign that read "this lil cubbie needs a kidney" and her phone number. It caught the attention of Allesio, who is a Chicago White Sox fan
The Cubs also won their 14th straight home game for their longest win streak at Wrigley Field since they also won 14 in a row at the iconic ballpark in 2008.
Travis d'Arnaud hit a three-run homer, Walbert Ureña threw six innings of two-hit ball, and the Los Angeles Angels defeated the Chicago White Sox 8-2.
One person was killed and two others were seriously wounded in a shooting late Friday morning in the Greater Grand Crossing neighborhood on the South Side of Chicago.
Police across Chicago and the northern suburbs were investigating a string of overnight smash-and-grab burglaries targeting businesses.
A teenager has been charged with shooting and killing his father inside their home in southwest suburban Oak Lawn following an argument on Monday.
The Mexican navy helped rescue shipwrecked sailors and retrieve bales of illicit drugs that had been dumped into the ocean.
A man was killed on Tuesday night in a shooting less than a block from an elementary school in the West Englewood neighborhood.
