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American Lung Association New Report Finds More People AreExposed to Dangerous Air Pollution Levels
2025 “State of the Air” report shows Black Americans are one and a half times more likely to live in communities with very unhealthy air...

Yanice Y. Carter
Aug 15, 20254 min read


Justice League of Greater Lansing Michigan awards Reparations Scholarships to 10 students
Not-for-profit organization is working to address the racial wealth gap in Greater Lansing caused by centuries of systemic inequalities ...

Yanice Y. Carter
Aug 15, 20253 min read


Backpacks, Books, and Big Smiles: Back‑to‑School Events Serve Families Across Michigan
As late summer settles in, families across Michigan are gearing up for a new school year. A wave of community events is making the...

Yanice Y. Carter
Aug 3, 20252 min read


Celebrating Everyday Bravery: United Way's $5M Courage Project for Community Heroes
Photo Credit-Wix Stock Images-“Ordinary People. Extraordinary Impact.” – Honoring Everyday Heroes Through the Courage Project In a...

Yanice Y. Carter
Aug 3, 20252 min read


Justice League of Greater Lansing Michigan awards Reparations Scholarships to 10 students
Courtesy Photo-Leaders of Legacy. Founders, Willye Bryan, President Prince Solace, Anne Brown (2022) of the Justice League of Greater...

Yanice Y. Carter
Aug 3, 20253 min read


Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Mia Amari Sims 2006–2025 A Shining Light in Our Hearts
Courtesy Photo-Mia Amari Sims- July 21, 2007 – July 27, 2025 “She didn’t need a spotlight to be a light.” In loving memory of a bright...

Yanice Y. Carter
Aug 2, 20254 min read


Small Business Tips – Sponsored by TRUE Community Credit Union-Smart Moves for Small Business Owners
Running a small business takes more than a great idea—it takes planning, persistence, and smart decisions. At TRUE Community Credit...

TRUE Community Credit Union
Aug 2, 20252 min read


The Chronicle News Community Spotlight-Inspiring the Next Generation: Lansing Native Champions HBCU Initiative
Courtesy Photo Nasaan Jackson-Visionary behind the HBCU Initiative, a program created expose to students to the legacy, leadership, and...

Yanice Y. Carter
Jul 29, 20253 min read


Linkage Community to Launch as Independent Initiative Supporting Artists Across Michigan Living Beyond Incarceration
Statewide Creative Network Will Transition from University of Michigan’s Prison Creative Arts Project on August 1, 2025 ANN ARBOR, MI —...

Yanice Y. Carter
Jul 13, 20252 min read


How to Start a Successful Neighborhood Crop Swap
Learn seven things you need to start a neighborhood crop swap, from finding an accessible meeting spot to stocking sturdy boxes and establishing trust.

Yanice Y. Carter
Jun 25, 20253 min read


WOMAN OF MANY FACETS: YANICE JACKSON LEADS THE CHRONICLE INTO A NATIONAL ERA
From Local Legacy to National Stage — Chronicle Media Grows Beyond the Midwest Photo Credit: Tay Lee, Heart of the City Photography —...

Yanice Y. Carter
Jun 2, 20253 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. Carter
May 14, 20252 min read


Mr. Party: Luther William Brown Sr., Lansing’s Ambassador of Celebration
Courtesy Photo-Luther William Brown Sr.—known to Lansing as “Mr. Party”—dressed in his signature tuxedo and bowler hat, ready to turn any...

Yanice Y. Carter
May 13, 20254 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...

Yanice Y. Carter
May 13, 20253 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...

Yanice Y. Carter
May 9, 20253 min read


SOUTHSIDE FESTIVAL SERIES HOSTS 6TH ANNUAL LOCAL AUTHORS EXPO & BOOK FAIR
JACKSON MICH - The Southside Festival Series kicks of its 7th Annual series of festivals with the 6th Annual Local Authors Expo & Book...

Yanice Y. Carter
May 8, 20251 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...

Yanice Y. Carter
May 7, 20252 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...

Yanice Y. Carter
May 7, 20252 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...

Yanice Y. Carter
May 3, 20254 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...

Yanice Y. Carter
May 2, 20252 min read
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