Black History Lives in the Details at Austin Pop-Up Museum

The temporary exhibit at the Aspire Center for Workforce Innovation draws on family collections to connect Black history to real lives

Print Edition: February 4, 2026
Leadership Successions Announced by Organizations Founded by Prominent West Suburban Bishop 

Bishop Claude Porter’s PLCCA and Interfaith Illinois Inc. both got new leadership this month, weeks after his death in December

Explore Some of the Best Ways to Commemorate Black History Month’s 100th Year Out West 

From Austin to Westchester, communities all along I-290 are celebrating this centennial Black History Month with a range of events and initiatives

Austin Collective Action Week to Connect Youth With Civic Engagement, Jobs, and Wellness 

A weeklong series of free events, Feb. 16–22, blends civic engagement, career readiness, culture, and wellness for Austin-area youth and families

Two Upcoming Austin Art Projects to Showcase Black Culture, Local Artists 

A Black History Month Museum at the Aspire Center and “Winter Florals” exhibition at Third City Studio to kick off the new year

Republican and Democratic Candidates Pack 7th District Congressional Forum In North Lawndale

Twelve of the 15 people running to succeed longtime Congressman Danny K. Davis showed up on Jan. 27

West Siders Are Canceling TikTok Due to New Privacy Concerns, Fears of ‘Shadow Banning’ 

After the app’s U.S. operations split from its Chinese parent, creators reported sudden drops in reach and raised concerns about privacy, data use, and political speech

‘Let Me Share a Poem About a Brotha We All Know’

Jason Ferguson, Marshall High’s Last Track-And-Field Medalist, Fuses Sports and Black History

This Bellwood Restaurant Could Be the Best Place to Watch the Super Bowl in the West Suburbs 

Elements Restaurant brings a cinematic sports setup and fine dining to the viewing experience