Brilliant, brazen and bold are what the Niagara Movement can be described as from a historical perspective. Black people gathered together to improve and uplift our race in 1905, as some people thought (and still think) that African Americans should work as servants or in menial roles. Equal housing, access to employment, better public education … Continue reading The Niagara Movement Remembered By Cassiette West-Williams

“I believe that love is the only force that is capable of transforming an enemy into a friend.” - Martin Luther King Jr. Whether we are amazed or not our 45th President of the United States, Donald Trump does not display any type of concern or love for the American people; especially those of a … Continue reading An Antidote for America By Robin Carter

It’s that time of the year again when every NFL pundit predicts which team will win it all this upcoming season. There are a number of teams that have taken advantage of free agency and grabbed those veteran players who’ll have an immediate impact on their squads. Then there are those teams that have taken … Continue reading NFL 2018 A RAMbunctious Year By Mark Hollis

Hear ye, hear ye. There is word on the street that "the credit bureaus are under fire and this is a great time to have things removed from your credit report even if you owe the debt." So here's what Coach JP says about that. The credit bureaus have been "under fire" since the day … Continue reading Beware of Credit Repair Promises By Janice Parker

The Getting to Zero framework began developing just over a year ago as a group of people living with HIV, advocates, service providers and government officials started meeting to explore a plan to dramatically affect the course of the HIV epidemic in Illinois. After a year of analysis, planning, gathering community input and engaging key … Continue reading Getting to Zero – Illinois By Chris Wade, HIV Care Connect Project Coordinator

Going away to college is an experience you will never forget. It is the first time many have been away from people who raised you. It’s exciting but yet scary. A lot of scary thoughts creep into your mind about living away from home and especially if you have a roommate. It is a test … Continue reading I wish someone would have told me…Going Away to College By Meicka “J”

School is right around the corner: parents—are you ready? Let’s start the school year off right by properly planning. You may still have time to schedule your child’s doctor’s appointments prior to the start of school or you can use the resources provided by the Peoria Public School District 150 for PPS 150 students. Remember: … Continue reading Parents: Prepare with a Plan! By Katherine Young