(Nuccio DiNuzzo, Chicago Tribune) Jackie Robinson West of South Side Chicago has momentum going into their next matchup against Nevada. The baseball team out of Chi Town’s Washington Park grinded their way to a tough 6-5 win over Mo’ne Davis’ Philly Taney Dragons Thursday night. The team now has a rematch with Nevada today for… Continue reading South Side Chicago’s Jackie Robinson West To Face Off Against Nevada In U.S. Little League Championship
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NLMB Member Fabyon Morris Harris Graduates From Texas A&M
South Shore native Fabyon Morris Harris is now a proud graduate of the 2014 class of Texas A&M. Harris played guard for the University’s basketball team. Harris couldn’t contain his excitement as he posted a photograph to IG of himself in his cap and grown. “I’m beyond thankful and happy right now, y’all just don’t… Continue reading NLMB Member Fabyon Morris Harris Graduates From Texas A&M
Fredo Santana Respects Millionaire Harris Rosen For Giving Back To Inner City Youths With Tangelo Park Project
There was one thing that Fredo Santana does like. Fredo took to IG to give props to a real individual for their work in giving back to the inner city. Fredo posted an IG photo of millionaire Harris Rosen who helped cut the crime rate and increase the high school graduation rate in Tangelo Park,… Continue reading Fredo Santana Respects Millionaire Harris Rosen For Giving Back To Inner City Youths With Tangelo Park Project
Chicago’s Urban Prep Celebrates First College Graduates
(Krishaun Branch, right; Associated Press, Mark Humphrey) Urban Prep Academies in Chicago has earned national recognition in the past four years for preparing 100 percent of its graduates for four-year colleges or universities. The Associated Press ran a story on Jamil Boldian, Krishaun Branch and Rayvaughn Hines who were among the first group of Urban… Continue reading Chicago’s Urban Prep Celebrates First College Graduates
Bricksquad OG & Lil JoJo Affiliate Killa Kemo Addresses Chicago Violence & Issues Powerful Message To Youths
Killa Kemo, a renowned figure in the Bricksquad 069 camp, had much to say regarding the violence gripping the urban communities of Chicago. Kemo beckoned “shooters” to put the down the guns and focus on getting money. “To all the the shooters, man leave that shooting s— along, y’all n—– block popping (shooting down the… Continue reading Bricksquad OG & Lil JoJo Affiliate Killa Kemo Addresses Chicago Violence & Issues Powerful Message To Youths
Chicago Hip Hop Community Donate Turkeys For Thanksgiving
The Chicago Hip Hop community possessed a charitable spirit this holiday season. A slew of artists dedicated resources to make sure no one went hungry during this Thanksgiving holiday. Chella H, on behalf of Mermaid Mafia LLC, worked in collaboration with Dough Street Ent and Chicago King Dave to hand out 500 turkeys Saturday on… Continue reading Chicago Hip Hop Community Donate Turkeys For Thanksgiving
King Louie & MUBU Buy Turkeys For The Needy
King Louie is using his resources to give back to the community. King L and his MUBU crew bought turkeys for families in need to enjoy with their Thanksgiving meals. King L posted footage of this to IG and said the birds would be going to impoverished families on the West Side of Chicago. “…We… Continue reading King Louie & MUBU Buy Turkeys For The Needy
Gangster Disciple Graduates College, Headed To Howard University To Complete Master’s Degree
Photo credit: Scott Anderson Anton House, 31, grew up in Racine, WI enticed by drug dealers whom he saw in his neighborhood flaunting the latest material items, including big gold chains, leather outfits and Adidas track suits, according to the Journal Times. But House’s current interest is his thirst for knowledge. House was the product… Continue reading Gangster Disciple Graduates College, Headed To Howard University To Complete Master’s Degree
NBA Legend Magic Johnson To Build School In Chicago
Earvin ‘Magic’ Johnson is giving back to the youths of Chicago with the planned opening of alternative schools in city’s most at-risk communities. Johnson is planning to open two Magic Johnson Bridgescape Academies in the South Shore and North/South Lawndale neighborhoods, according to NBC Chicago. The schools reportedly places a special emphasis on students aged… Continue reading NBA Legend Magic Johnson To Build School In Chicago
Wale Awards $25,000 Scholarship To Hampton University Student
A Hampton University student who was almost on the brink of not returning to the university due to a financial hardship was blessed with a $25,000 scholarship, according to the Hampton University News. Lauren Pryor, a sophomore psychology major, was the recipient of a scholarship offered by Hip Hop artist Wale through a radio station… Continue reading Wale Awards $25,000 Scholarship To Hampton University Student