Hitmaka gives his one word to describe Chicago. What’s yours? #Chicago #whatstheword #Hitmaka

The Chicago Culture Ball returns Aug. 15 for its 5th anniversary at the Obama Presidential Center. J. Ivy, Don C, Hebru Brantley, Kam Buckner, Tone Kapone and more are among the 2026 honorees, with J. Ivy receiving the Chicago Music Legend Award. #ChicagoCultureBall #Chicago

THE WORD: The Bud Billiken fight video is going viral — but let’s talk about the bigger picture. A fight-focused graphic was circulating before the parade, and now the altercation is getting attention online. But we’ve also seen people fighting during Chicago’s St. Patrick’s Day celebrations.

Can't have a proper Chicago event without footworking 😎

The Bud Billiken Parade & Festival Grand Marshall Lisa Raye McCoy greeting the crowd in Chicago today. They were excited to see her it seems 😅. 🎥: @royaltyonlymedia #whatstheword #chicago #BudBillikenParade

Star Bandz shows love to her fans at the Bud Billiken Parade & Festival in Chicago ☺️ 🎥: @christianloggins #whatstheword #chicago #BudBillikenParade

Jacquees held a private listening session for his new project with @power92chicago in Chicago. During the session he speaks about his history with recording with Tink. #whatstheword #chicago

Illinois State Police continue searching for answers after the driver fled the scene. Full story at WHATS THE WORD. #WhatsTheWord #Chicago #Lynwood #JusticeForMariyah #Illinois

Freddie Gibbs links up with the Clipse. These three on a track—who will deliver the best verse? #Whatstheword #Clipse #FreddieGibbs

Happy Footwork Appreciation Month ☺️ August is officially recognized as Footwork Appreciation Month (often called F.A.M.), celebrating the high-energy Chicago footwork dance and music culture. Originating on the South and West sides, this vibrant movement is honored through community gatherings, w

Lex P and Drea Nicole, hosts of the popular podcast Pour Minds, discussed how Black women in media often face being underpaid and undervalued. They took the main stage at the 31st annual Black Women Expo in Chicago and addressed the recent Forbes list of highest-paid podcasters. 🎥: @Shae Herbo

We got to catch @bjrnck outside. She’s a vibe just listen to her music cause R&B deserves their flowers too. 🎥: @shaeherbo #WhatsTheWord #BJRNCK #Chicago

Lil M.U drops tears of joy after her first performance at Lollapalooza. The Chicago rapper known for her hit single “Top Of Cars” blessed the Chicago MADE stage.

Sherrionn announces her set at Lollapalooza this Friday in Chicago. The rising R&B star can be seen performing at the CHICAGO MADE stage. Follow @sherrionn and @lollapalooza for updates. 🎥: @power92chicago #whatstheword #chicago #lollapalooza

Mojo Brookz is trading jokes for pickleball—all for Chicago teens. Catch him at the Match Mi Mindset Celebrity Fun-Raiser on July 30. Click the link in bio for tickets. #MojoBrookz #WhatsTheWord #Chicago #TeenMentalWellness #Pickleball