Black History Month

Who was Dr. Daniel Hale Williams, the first open-heart surgeon?

Dr. Daniel Hale Williams founded the nation’s first Black-owned medical facility, which still operates in Chicago today.

More Black History Month Headlines

Congressional Black Caucus celebrates Black History Month

Exonerated Five member running for City Council

Churches take the lead on mental health, addiction services

Counselor allows opt-out of Black History Month lessons

TikTok dad shares Chicago's history to a younger generation

Inside the road to making MLK Day a federal holiday