1908— Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity is incorporated. The Black Greek-letter organization was actually founded, however, on Dec.

Themed “100 years of Black History Month,” the gala took a close look at the past century since Carter G. Woodson started ...

It's already a place where African American history lives. But, as Chicago celebrates Black History Month, the Hyde Park museum has become more crucial than ever.

On the 100th anniversary of Black History Month, learn more about Woodson and his legacy—as well as the events at UChicago, ...

The city of Aurora is kicking off Black History Month by honoring a living legend, one of the last remaining Negro Leagues baseball players.

A new documentary explores the uprising on the city's West Side following the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in ...

Centered on Love, Legacy and the City, the Chicago Bears’ approach to Black History Month recognizes Black history as foundational to the franchise’s story. From the organization’s early days to the ...

One man's stay at a YMCA in Chicago's Bronzeville neighborhood would eventually lead to the creation of Black History Month.

Chicago's Bronzeville neighborhood was a hub for African American culture and creativity, and although segregation was still ...

An unprecedented photographic and archival documentary honoring Black firefighters who shaped Chicago’s history from ...

Here’s a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on Jan. 10, according to the Tribune’s archives. Is an important event missing from this date? Email us. Front page flashback: Jan. 11, 1988 The ...

CHICAGO (WLS) -- Congressman Mike Quigley is setting his sights on a new political address: City Hall. On Friday, Quigley confirmed that he is not just flirting with a run for mayor, he is ready to ...