SILVER SPRING, MD – June 24 – The ladies are back in the kitchen! "Cooking Sessions with Tamar & Ms. E" is coming back for season two. After premiering as CLEO TV's highest performing series debut ever, the hit series returns Wednesday, July 8, with all-new episodes. Hosted by Tamar Braxton and Ms. E, each episode features the ladies spicing things up in the kitchen with delicious recipes and even more laughter. New episodes of "Cooking Sessions with Tamar & Ms. E" air Wedne

Photo Credit: The Chronicle Media Group-A Key to the City. A Lifetime of Service. Congratulations to Mr. Gregory Eaton on receiving the Key to the City during Lansing’s Juneteenth Celebration. A well-earned honor for a man whose legacy has helped shape our community for generations. There are moments when a community pauses to recognize an individual whose life has quietly shaped generations. At this year’s Lansing Juneteenth Celebration, one of those moments unfolded as Lans

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Courtesy Photo: Pictured from left to right are Chatum Taylor, member of the Lansing Community College Board of Trustees; Tanya McClain, Interim Chief Diversity Officer for Lansing Community College’s Office of Empowerment; Yanice Y. Carter, Publisher and Editor of The Chronicle News; Lansing City Council Member Trini Pehlivanoglu; and Shirley Carter-Powell, Founder and Executive Director of Against All Odds Foundation, during The Chronicle News 40th Anniversary Legacy Gala h

Courtesy Photo: Chronicle News Publisher poses in the iconic “Rosie the Riveter” stance, symbolizing courage, strength, resilience and freedom. “Every generation leaves behind its own soundtrack. Through journalism, storytelling, and community engagement, The Chronicle News remains committed to helping preserve the voices, victories, and visions that shape our future.”-Yanice Y. Carter, Publisher As we celebrate Black Music Month and continue our 40th year of serving the comm

Courtesy Photo: 150,000 books. Countless dreams. 📚✨WKAR’s Robin Pizzo and her team continue to put books directly into the hands of children across Mid-Michigan, helping build stronger readers, learners, and communities. 150,000 books into the tiny, curious, precocious and sometimes reluctant hands of children across mid-Michigan was never a goal Robin Pizzo, director of education at WKAR, considered reaching within six years. Yet, with each event she attended as a public me

Across Michigan, communities are gathering to celebrate Juneteenth with festivals, parades, educational programs, cultural performances, health initiatives, and family-friendly activities honoring African American freedom, resilience, and achievement. From Lansing’s longstanding 33-year celebration to growing observances in Grand Rapids, Flint, Detroit, Kalamazoo, Benton Harbor, and historic Idlewild, Juneteenth continues to unite communities through reflection, education, an

Photo Credit: Chronicle Media Group: Young Liam Carter raises his hands in victory moments before he joins his kindergarten class in the graduation ceremony. LANSING, Mich. — For the Carter family, the first weekend of June was one for the history books. On Friday June 5th 2026, six-year-old Liam Carter, son of Chronicle News Publisher and Editor Yanice Y. Carter, proudly graduated from Kindergarten at Post Oak Academy, completing his second year in the school’s Chinese Immer

LANSING, MI — 40 Dubb Podcast, in partnership with The Chronicle News, will release two highly anticipated episodes on Friday, June 19, featuring distinguished Lansing natives Dr. Monica Allen and Mark Stiles. Dedicated to preserving and celebrating the stories, experiences, and legacy of those who grew up in Lansing during the 1970s and 1980s, 40 Dubb Podcast continues to build a digital archive of community voices that helped shape the city and its culture. The June 19 rel

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Courtesy Photo: Judge Wanda Stokes, 30th District Circuit Court Judge, Ingham County, Michigan At this important milestone, I’d like to extend my sincere congratulations and best wishes to the amazing Class of 2026! You have endured some unique events over the last few years and reached your goal! As you reflect on your past journey of dedication and hard work, look forward to an amazing future of possibilities! As you embark on the next chapter of your life, you will face nu

Courtesy Photo: First Lady Bonita Mitchell As communities across the nation celebrate Black Music Month and honor the powerful role music plays in healing, empowerment, and social change, gospel recording artist, author, entrepreneur, and First Lady Bonita Mitchell is using her voice to launch a movement rooted in faith, resilience, and restoration. Through her new single, "Believe, Don’t Give Up," Mitchell is inviting individuals and families to rediscover hope through the B

Courtesy Photo: Malcolm X Community Commission of Lansing Received Proclamation and Resolution Honoring the Legacy of Malcolm X LANSING, Mich.— On the eve of what would have been his 101st birthday, Monday, May 18, the Malcolm X Community Commission of Lansing was recognized during the Lansing City Council meeting through the presentation of a resolution and mayoral proclamation honoring the life, legacy, and enduring impact of Malcolm X and his historic ties to Lansing. The

Courtesy Photo: IBRAND U owners Britney and Chris Slater display a proclamation recognizing their business and its impact on the Westland community. Less than two years after opening, the couple has earned a reputation for excellence while helping customers celebrate milestones, promote businesses, and preserve meaningful memories. Meet Chris and Britney Slater. When they launched their marketing company, Initial Brands Inc., in 2012, they were focused on helping businesses e

Courtesy Photo: Members of the Sexton High School Class of 1996 gather for a group photo during their 30th Class Reunion at One North Kitchen & Bar in Lansing. The evening brought together classmates from near and far to reconnect, share memories, and celebrate three decades of friendship and life experiences. Thirty years ago, members of the Sexton High School Class of 1996 walked across the graduation stage filled with dreams, uncertainty, and excitement about what the futu

Photo Credit: Chronicle Media Group-These young men represent the next generation of leaders, entrepreneurs, fathers, and change-makers. Through mentorship and guidance, they are building the confidence and character needed to make a lasting impact. On Saturday, my son Liam and I attended a parent and youth workshop hosted by the IMOGUL Mentoring Group at the Delta Township District Library. What we experienced was far more than an informational meeting. It was a powerful rem

For Angel Taylor, investing in young people is more than a calling, it is a lifelong commitment to building stronger families and communities through education, mentorship, and service. As the leader of the Reading Readiness Summer Camp hosted at Christ’s Kingdom Builders Church and Community Center, Taylor works to create meaningful opportunities for youth to learn, grow, and discover their potential. The free summer program provides academic enrichment, cultural education,