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A vibrant theatrical performance featuring dancers in colorful costumes and a chorus in dark robes, captured during Carmina Burana.

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Things To Do In Detroit: Pistons, Matt Rife & Carmina Burana

by Artemis IngramOctober 31, 2025October 31, 2025

From thrilling Pistons games to Matt Rife’s comedy and the Detroit Symphony Orchestra’s Carmina Burana, this week in Detroit is packed with excitement.

Three Detroit Red Wings players celebrate on the ice after a significant play, showcasing their red and white jerseys and team spirit.

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City Settles $6M Lawsuit, Red Wings on Fire, and FBI Thwarts Halloween Attack: Detroit’s Week In Review

by TNM StaffOctober 31, 2025October 31, 2025

Collectible figure of Moff Gideon from The Mandalorian, holding the Darksaber, showcased at a pop-culture fan event.

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Things To Do In The Twin Cities: Twin Cities Con, Wild Hockey, and The Fab Four

by Artemis IngramOctober 31, 2025October 31, 2025

A performer with bright blue hair singing into a microphone during a live event, with a blurred audience in the background.

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Things To Do In Chicagoland: Explore Arts, Music, and Food

by Artemis IngramOctober 31, 2025October 31, 2025

Elevated train and city bus in Chicago, with pedestrians and urban architecture in the background.

NEWS

Chicago’s TIF Surplus, Airport Gambling, and Pension Funding: Chicagoland’s Week In Review

by TNM StaffOctober 31, 2025October 31, 2025

Art Walk in Dupont Circle featuring vibrant galleries and exhibitions, showcasing creativity and inspiration in Washington, DC.

Things To Do In D.C.: Top Picks for Music, Arts, and Festivals in Washington, DC

by Artemis IngramOctober 31, 2025October 31, 2025

Anacostia High School sign on a red brick wall with a grassy foreground and people in the background.

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Federal Shutdown’s Deepening Impact, Justice in Professor Murder Case, and Anacostia High’s Closure: D.C’s Week In Review

by TNM StaffOctober 31, 2025October 31, 2025

A group of military personnel in camouflage uniforms and face masks stand in a disciplined formation on an airfield, with a hangar and aircraft visible in the background under a clear blue sky.

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Top Brass Exit Raises Questions Over Readiness and Direction of U.S. Military Under Hegseth and Trump

by The Newsletter 05October 30, 2025October 31, 2025

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ICYMI: Secretary Rollins Pens Newsweek Op-Ed “Theatrics Don’t Feed the Hungry”

by USDA News ReleaseOctober 28, 2025October 30, 2025

Climate and Environment

A tool tracking billion dollar disasters is back online after being retired by Trump administration

by Ag & Water DeskOctober 28, 2025October 28, 2025

Detroit Institute of Arts: Celebrating African American & Native American Art in a City Reborn

by The Newsletter 05October 28, 2025October 27, 2025

Protesters advocating for housing rights on the steps of a government building, holding signs with messages like "Housing is a Human Right.

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Shutdown, Demolition, and Council Debates: D.C.’s Week In Review

by TNM StaffOctober 24, 2025October 24, 2025

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Things To Do In D.C.: Hip Hop Bar Crawl, Canada Goose Sale, and Malcolm Gladwell Talk

by Artemis IngramOctober 24, 2025October 24, 2025

Two women enjoy a vibrant, neon-lit vortex tunnel at the Museum of Illusions in Chicago, part of the Halloween-themed events this week.

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Things To Do In Chicagoland: Halloween and Holiday-Themed Events

by Artemis IngramOctober 24, 2025October 24, 2025

Border Patrol agents in tactical gear during a protest in Chicago's Little Village neighborhood, with urban scenery in the background.

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Immigration Tactics, Border Patrol Lawsuit, and City Budget Divide Chicago: Chicagoland’s week In Review

by TNM StaffOctober 24, 2025October 24, 2025

A vibrant farmers market scene featuring fresh carrots in blue baskets, leafy greens, and bustling shoppers on a sunny day.

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Things To Do In The Twin Cities: Timberwolves, Cirque Italia, and Union Depot Ghost Tour

by Artemis IngramOctober 24, 2025October 24, 2025

Exterior view of the Motown Museum, also known as Hitsville U.S.A., featuring its iconic blue and white facade with banners promoting Motown history.

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Things to Do In Detroit: Comerica Park, Motown History, and Architectural Marvels

by Artemis IngramOctober 24, 2025October 24, 2025

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Justice, Sports, and Community Progress: Detroit’s Week In Review

by TNM StaffOctober 24, 2025October 24, 2025

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Passionate Poetry from The Soulful Poet

by The Newsletter 05October 24, 2025October 24, 2025

A white plate featuring medium-rare beef tenderloin slices, roasted cauliflower, shallots, fresh spinach, and dried cranberries, beautifully plated.

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DISC Eats: Easy Weeknight Recipe: Beef Tenderloin with Roasted Cauliflower

by Artemis IngramOctober 23, 2025October 24, 2025

A cinematic poster of Blacula featuring the iconic vampire with glowing eyes and fangs, draped in a red cape against a dark background.

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DISCPlus: This Halloween let’s take a Look at the best horror flick of all time – Blacula

by The Newsletter 05October 23, 2025October 23, 2025

A smartphone displaying the MMCxchange app with a cosmic-themed interface, surrounded by vibrant planets and celestial objects.

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Owning the Game: A New Era for Multicultural Media

by MMCXchangeOctober 22, 2025October 22, 2025

Students on an HBCU campus, symbolizing the impact of major gifts on scholarships, Black fraternities, and sororities in 2025.

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HBCU Scholarships and the Divine 9: A New Era of Opportunity

by Artemis IngramOctober 21, 2025October 21, 2025

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Miss Black International Ambassador Pageant Crowns 2025 Titleholders

by EIN PresswireOctober 19, 2025October 19, 2025

Adam Sandler speaking into a microphone during a public event, seated on a red chair with a casual grey t-shirt.

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Things To Do In Chicago: Adam Sandler, Halloween at the Zoo, and Pocket Con Take Over Chicago

by David BeckfordOctober 17, 2025October 17, 2025