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Empowering Communities Through Faith The Inspiring Journey of Pastor Terence & Co-Pastor Shantelle Hawkins
Courtesy Photo-(L to R) Co-Pastor Shantelle and Pastor Terence Hawkins of Mt. Zion Church of Deliverance, Jackson, Michigan. Pastor. They...

The Chronicle News
Oct 96 min read


Breaking Barriers on Tour: Lisa René Pitts Brings Black Excellence to A Beautiful Noise
Courtesy Photo-The national tour of A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical brings the story of the legendary singer-songwriter to...

Yanice Y. Jackson
Sep 204 min read


Downtown Mason Set to Come Alive for the Annual Sun Dried Music Festival
Mason, MI – August 13, 2025 – The heart of downtown Mason will be filled with music, laughter, and community spirit as the annual Mason...

The Chronicle News
Aug 152 min read


Get Ready, Lansing! Pilgrim Fest 2025 is Coming—And You’re Invited to the Ultimate Day of Blessings, Fun & Community Love!
LANSING, MI — Something BIG is happening in Lansing this summer—and you don’t want to miss it! Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church is rolling out...

The Chronicle News
Jul 132 min read


Detroit Techno: The Afro-Futurist Beat That Changed the World
Graphic by OpenAI’s DALL·E, created for The Chronicle. “In the 1980s, Detroit’s Black musicians forged a new sound—techno—that reshaped...

The Chronicle News
Jun 242 min read


The Transformative Rhythm of Black Music in Driving Social Change and Healing
Illustration by OpenAI's DALL·E, generated for The Chronicle- “From protest to poetry—Black music continues to carry the soul of the...

The Chronicle News
Jun 242 min read


Timothy "TJ the DJ" Jackson: Lansing’s Living Legacy in The Chronicle News 39th Anniversary Black History Spotlight
Courtesy Photo from the 1980s — Timothy “TJ the DJ” Jackson behind the board at WXLA 1170 AM, featured in The Metroplex News. A true...

Yanice Y. Jackson
May 142 min read


🎧 Dexter C on the Mix: Radio Roots, Caz, and Community Legacy
Courtesy Photo-Dexter Chandler, known to Lansing listeners as ‘Dexter C,’ brought smooth style and solid soul to the airwaves—from cable...

The Chronicle News
May 132 min read


Rob-roy Nelson: Airwaves, Grace, and a Calling Beyond the Mic
Rob-roy Nelson pictured in his study, where faith and wisdom guide his ministry. From the airwaves to the pulpit, his message remains one...

The Chronicle News
May 133 min read


Spin to Heal: DJing as Therapy for the Mind, Body, and Soul
📸 A steady hand, a healing rhythm. DJ Crazy Caz in his element — reminding us that music isn’t just entertainment, it’s therapy. His...

The Chronicle News
May 102 min read


🎙️ The Mighty Span Daniel – Mic Skills, Soul Work, and the Legacy of Sound
Yanice Jackson and The Mighty Span Daniel strike a pose before recording an episode of The Sunday Chronicle at Stacks 92.1 FM — where...

The Chronicle News
May 93 min read


DJ Kool Herc: The Father of Hip-Hop and the Original Beat Architect
Gettys Image-DJ Kool Herc is in action — the legendary father of hip-hop rocking the turntables decades after changing music history. His...

The Chronicle News
May 72 min read


The Chronicle News’ Community Spotlight DJ Crazy Caz: The Soundtrack of a City — One Last Mix, One Eternal Memory 🎤
Courtesy Photo: Brandon “DJ Crazy Caz” Henderson — the heartbeat of the city and a legend behind the decks. Your light lives on in...

The Chronicle News
May 73 min read


📰 Jay Price "The Morning Mayor" Honoring the Life and Legacy of A Founding Voice of Lansing Michigan's Black Media
Courtesy Photo — Jay Price behind the mic at WLTH Radio in Gary, Indiana, spinning records and shaping the sound of soul in the early...

The Chronicle News
May 72 min read


The Chronicle News Presents: A Glossary for the Culture🎚️ Sidebar Feature: 10 DJ Terms Every Music Lover Should Know
Photo Credit: AI-Generated Artwork by Chronicle News via OpenAI DALL·E. A quick glossary of essential DJ terms every music lover should...

The Chronicle News
May 71 min read


🎧 From the Bronx to the Block Party: A Brief History of the Hip-Hop DJ
Photo Credit: AI-Generated Artwork by Chronicle News via Open AI DALL·E, A tribute to the legacy of hip-hop DJs, from block parties to...

The Chronicle News
May 72 min read


🕊️ Lansing Remembers DJ Crazy Caz: Voices from the Community 🎧
Brandon Henderson—known to so many as DJ Crazy Caz—was more than a DJ. He was the DJ. A mentor. A brother. A hometown hero. A...

The Chronicle News
May 34 min read


Honoring Crazy Caz: DJ Cutt Nice, The Turntable Brotherhood, and a Legacy That Won’t Fade
When it comes to spinning records with precision, soul, and a deep love for the culture, few can match the consistency and cool of DJ...

The Chronicle News
May 22 min read


DJ Crazy Caz: The Soundtrack of a City- One Last Mix; One Eternal Memory.
“Sometimes you grow so much, your wings outstretch the city you're from—you can't even move without brushing up against someone, and they...

The Chronicle News
May 23 min read


Breaking Boundaries with Strings: A Chronicle Exclusive with Black Violin
By Yanice Y. Jackson | The Chronicle News Courtesy Photo-(R to L) Kev Marcus (violin) and Wil Baptiste (viola), the powerhouse duo behind...

Yanice Y. Jackson
Apr 106 min read
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