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JACKIE ROBINSON DAY: As the first African American to play in Major League Baseball in the modern era, Jackie Robinson paved the way for future generations of African American athletes in baseball and other sports. On April 18, when the Cubs returned to the Friendly Confines, the organization honored Jackie Robinson and his achievements with a special day of celebration. The Cubs donated a portion of the proceeds from sales of the Special Ticket Offer to the Common Ground Foundation, an organization dedicated to empowering youth to become future leaders and pursue their dreams.
SPEND ON BLACK PHOTOS: On April 19, Chicago’s South Side came alive with Spend in the Black, an event celebrating Black-owned businesses and economic empowerment. Organized by Pastor Charlie Dates and Alderman William Hall, the event featured over 100 vendors along 75th Street and King Drive. Community leaders, including Mayor Brandon Johnson, joined the ribbon-cutting, while live music, local food, and giveaways kept the energy high. The event highlighted the importance of circulating the Black dollar locally and supporting legacy businesses like Lem’s Bar-B-Q and Brown Sugar Bakery.