In the middle of the 20th century, Mahalia Jackson fought racism and bigotry through the power of her sacred voice: A gift that allowed her to reign as the Queen of Gospel Music. Now, Robin Roberts ...

Here’s a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on Jan. 31, according to the Tribune’s archives. Is an important event missing from this date? Email us. (Business) front page flashback: Feb. 1 ...

Many consider New Orleans to be the concert capital of the world, and this first weekend of spring is a great example of that ...

The AFRO knows what it’s like to endure challenging times. John H. Murphy, Sr., a former enslaved man founded the AFRO in 1892 with $200 from his wife, Martha Howard Murphy. Together they created a ...

NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — While Carnival is over until 2027, the fun isn’t finished. This weekend features great live music at the city’s newest jazz club, side-splitting laughs by one of the country’s ...

1972: ‘Heaven came a little closer to Chicago.’ A visitation for gospel singer Mahalia Jackson, who died at Little Company of Mary Hospital in Evergreen Park on Jan. 27, 1972, was held at Greater ...