Black Friday arrives in a country grappling with economic instability and high unemployment rates for Black women, leading to a boycott movement urging shoppers to keep their money and attention away from companies that profit from silence while Black households are struggling.
A Black Friday of Resistance as Americans Push Back
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IN MEMORIAM: Jimmy Cliff: Music Pioneer and Partner to Bob Marley, Dies at 81
Jimmy Cliff, a legendary reggae artist and global ambassador for Jamaican culture, passed away due to a seizure followed by pneumonia, leaving behind a legacy of socially conscious songs and collaborations with other artists.
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“Genius Unbroken: The Life and Legacy of Dr. Charles R. Drew” by Craig A. Miller, MD, with Charlene Drew Jarvis, PhD
Charles Richard “Charlie” Drew was an active boy who, after the death of his younger sister, decided to become a doctor and eventually made significant contributions to the field of medicine, including the development of a method for storing blood that saved many lives during World War II.
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Romeoville Community Pantry’s Thanksgiving supporting local families
The Romeoville Community Pantry provided turkeys and sides to over 100 families in need for Thanksgiving, relying on donations from local businesses, grants, and community generosity.
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Fall leaves disposal reminders
Residents are encouraged to dispose of yard waste in accordance with Waste Management guidelines, and commercial fire pits must meet specific criteria in order to be used legally within city limits.
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Elevate Your Thanksgiving with a Honey-Roasted Turkey Breast
This honey-roasted turkey breast recipe is the perfect main dish for a Thanksgiving meal, featuring Busy Bee Raw Honey as the secret ingredient and providing a traceable journey from flower to hive to table.
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Wine of the Week: Joliet Binny’s Holiday Tasting Showcase
At Binny’s Joliet Holiday Tasting Showcase, over 40 wines from around the world were presented, including vintages from France’s Dom Perignon to Washington State’s Chicago.
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Joliet Slammers 2026 Fireworks dates
The Joliet Slammers have announced 10 fireworks dates for their 2026 season, including an opening day firework show, as well as two Education Days and a Day Camp game, with ticket plans, group tickets and suite rentals available now.
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From Military Service to Economic Empowerment: Shania Chandler’s Inspiring Journey
Shania Chandler, a PMP certified Army Veteran, is the Founder and CEO of the Black Girl Business Academy, an organization dedicated to helping single mothers and aspiring entrepreneurs build credit, secure funding, and launch successful businesses.
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Illinois licenses, IDs to enter digital realm
Illinois residents can now add their driver’s licenses and state IDs to Apple Wallet, with plans to expand to Google and Samsung wallets soon, allowing them to be used for various situations such as entering a bar or at an airport checkpoint.
