Median wealth among Black households fell 25% between 2022 and 2025, dropping to $36,800 as White, Hispanic and Asian households saw their median wealth increase, according to a new analysis of Federal Reserve data.

Chicagoans should prepare for a busy weekend featuring lakefront races, a downtown arts festival, and a neighborhood Halloween block party that will bring street closures and increased traffic.

Former Baltimore prosecutor Marilyn Mosby is celebrating the dismissal of her mortgage fraud conviction, but says she still faces a fight to retain her law license. Her two federal perjury convictions remain in place.

Who leaves a restaurant with a piece of saucy rib tip still in their mouth as they drive away? Marshelle did.  Located at 756 E....

A 292-page analysis of Nolan Wells’ cellphone revealed private messages in which his friends reacted to his disappearance and death, discussed potential police questioning and addressed online accusations of a cover-up.

The Trump administration is investigating whether it can revoke Rep. Ilhan Omar’s U.S. citizenship and deport her, according to The Wall Street Journal. The investigation centers on allegations involving immigration paperwork completed when Omar was a child.

Keke Palmer pressed former Vice President Kamala Harris about whether she plans to run for president again in 2028 during an appearance on Palmer’s podcast. Harris said she hasn’t decided yet, adding that Democrats must get the 2026 midterm elections right before looking ahead to 2028.

Six historically Black colleges and universities are working together to make earning a degree or professional credential more accessible through a shared online education platform.

More than half a dozen Charlotte-Mecklenburg police officers have reportedly been recommended for termination or resigned after an alleged racist text thread discussed pulling over Black drivers and using force against Black residents.

Chicago officials broke ground Tuesday on the first phase of a major redevelopment of the former LeClaire Courts public housing site, launching construction on...

The incidence of breast cancer in Black women has increased in recent years. Here, we look at the stats and share resources catered to us.

By Kharyn Beard | Chicago Defender CHICAGO — There are events you attend, events you enjoy, and then there are experiences that stay with you...