Off My Neck: From Cotton Fields To U.S. Marshal
Robert Moore Central Illinois’ first Black U.S. Marshal shares details on his journey through the Illinois State Police and how he fought for civil rights within the realm of law enforcement.
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Ledisi returning to Illinois after European tour and paying homage to Dinah Washington with new album
Ledisi wowed crowds at Krannert Center for Performing Arts in Urbana.
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Former deputy Sean Grayson found guilty of murder in the shooting of Sonya Massey inside her Springfield house
A jury on Wednesday convicted an Illinois sheriff’s deputy of second-degree murder, a lesser charge, in the shooting death of Sonya Massey, a Black woman who called 911 to report a suspected prowler.
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This week in Black Central Illinois: financial literacy program, a Nigerian funeral, and grant to help African nations
This week in Black Central Illinois, financial literacy program helps residents with money management, a Nigerian funeral celebrates life, and grant to help African nations.
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Cultural Stewardship: Preserving Capoeira’s Revolutionary Spirit
Two masters of Capoeira Angola and a translator explore how Afro-Brazilian martial art continues to be a form of cultural resistance and spiritual nourishment.
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This week in Black Central Illinois: dedications, beef prices, and bicycle rides
This episode of “Dialogue” features a round-up of stories from around our region including a tribute to Black musicians and a moonlight bicycle ride.
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Spiraling Upward: A Sonic Witness of Two Generations Carrying the Sound Forward…Louis Cato & Isaiah Collier on Music Consciousness
Contemporary Jazz artists reject musical conformity, advocate for the jam session as sacred space, honor ancestral lineage while forging their own paths.
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Summoning Truth: Yaya Bey on Fear, Freedom, and Finding Your Gift
R&B artist Yaya Bey talks about her latest album “Do It Afraid” and her artistic journey through challenging times from capitalism and misogyny.
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Beyond Talk Therapy: Holistic Healing for Black Communities
As a licensed mental health counselor, Maliya discusses her innovative approach to therapy that goes beyond traditional talk therapy.
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Checking out streets around C-U from youth violence to school integration
Community members and officials highlight issues youth face like gun violence, while others honor an educator through a street unveiling and two classmates reflect on school integration decades later.
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Frequencies of Freedom: The New Sound of Black Musical Expression
This year two groups not only graced the stage with their presence but also sat down with Dialogue to use their voices and amplify the message of their music.
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Rantoul Mayor Samuel Hall talks first 100 days, engaging with youth, supporting economic development
Rantoul Mayor Samuel Hall took office more than 100 days ago. He defeated the former incumbent, Chuck Smith, by a margin of 34 votes during the April 1 election.
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The Power and Complexity of African American Vernacular English
We explore African American Vernacular English (AAVE), featuring linguistics expert Dr. Sharese King from the University of Chicago.
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Creating Community: BIPOC Artists Share Their Stories Around the Block
In this episode of Dialogue, we explore the vibrant local art scene through the lens of Parkland College’s Giertz Gallery exhibition “Around the Block: Artists from Our Neighborhood.” Now in its fifth year, this juried community exhibition showcases 84 regional artists and celebrates the diverse creative voices that call Champaign-Urbana home. Through intimate conversations at…
