Trump plans to send troops to Chicago, repeating failed tactics of the past. Without tackling poverty, housing, and jobs, military presence won’t solve crime.
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New media and social media: The impact on the WNBA’s Black players
The WNBA has become a racial cesspool for trolls disguised as fans, with Caitlin Clark being worshipped too much and Black players being overlooked.
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Rachel Banham returns to Minnesota with Chicago Sky
Rachel Banham, a Lakeville native, is back in town on Friday as Chicago and Minnesota finish their regular season series.
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The Obamas electrify second night of the DNC
Former President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama delivered powerful speeches at the Democratic National Convention.
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Chicago becomes a fortress as Democratic National Convention begins amid heightened security
Chicago has implemented extensive security measures including road closures, security gates, and tamper-evident manhole covers, to ensure the safety of the Democratic National Convention.
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Democratic National Convention kicks off in Chicago: What to expect
The Democratic National Convention in Chicago will feature a historic nomination of Vice President Kamala Harris as the first Black and South Asian woman to be nominated by a major party.
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NNPA condemns NABJ’s invitation to Donald Trump
The National Newspaper Publishers Association has condemned the National Association of Black Journalists for inviting former President Donald Trump to speak.
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Black head coaches now lead half the WNBA
‘I think it’s important for the league to recognize Black coaches, give them opportunities, give us opportunities in high positions.’
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Towns, Russell lead Minnesota past Chicago
The Minnesota Timberwolves got 27 points each from Karl-Anthony Towns and D’Angelo Russell leading them to a 121-112 victory over the Chicago Bulls.
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Timberwolves get a new beginning
It finally has arrived after 13 years of absolute failure, four different head coaches in four years, and four team presidents. In 2017-18 the Timberwolves will return to the NBA living. Hundreds of millions of dollars have been spent on renovating Target Center. The three-time WNBA champion Lynx have been sent to St. Paul this year while […]
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Chicagoans push for community control of police
Organizers say only an elected civilian council can hold cops accountable The decades-long struggle for democratic, community control of police in Chicago turned a corner on July 20 when the city council’s Committee on Public Safety accepted legislation that would create a Civilian Police Accountability Council (CPAC). CPAC would have authority over policing standards and […]