The artist, philanthropist and activist is making a film about art, community and Chicago.

In his new song “I Might Need Security,” the rapper confirms that he purchased Chicagoist “just to run you racist bitches out of business.”

Colorism sells, huh?

The Chicago artist and philanthropist hosted the late-night sketch program for the first time.

The video—which depicts friends of color enjoying a chill BBQ—was written by Chicago Public Schools students.

Kendrick Lamar, Donald Glover and Chance the Rapper each discuss their work and influence in a trio of new interviews.

The Chicago rapper and philanthropist broke up his semi-acoustic performance for NPR’s concert series by reciting the just-written “The Other Side.” 

Comedian Leslie Jones hosted the ceremony, which featured social and racial justice-minded awards, a tribute to Prodigy and a joint performance of New Edition and the actors who played them in their BET biopic.

The native Chicagoans are collecting “LSD” video treatment submissions from local high school students.

Solange, Bruno Mars, Chance the Rapper and Migos also earned multiple nods.

The Chicago native’s plan to fight the district’s funding deficit includes a donation match program via his nonprofit.

The Grammy-winning musician and Chicago Bulls player discuss Chicago stereotypes and celebrity activism in a new interview for ESPN The Magazine and The Undefeated.

From Beyoncé to Chance the Rapper, here are the performances, speeches and moments that made last night’s Grammy Awards ceremony as socially relevant as ever.

The performers involved in the highly anticipated Grammy tributes to the deceased artists will span genres and generations.

Brilliant art, media and pop culture gave us something to celebrate in 2016. Here are Team Colorlines’ favorites, from music videos to podcasts.

Keenan Thompson, Leslie Jones and musical guest Chance the Rapper dropped bars in “Jingle Barack.”

Beyoncé leads the pack with nine nominations, including three in the song, record and album of the year categories.

From Run the Jewels to Solange, we offer our favorite artists’ work to help process the rage and hopelessness you might be feeling right now.

In his Chicago hometown Chance the Rapper hosted a free concert and then marched with hundreds of people to vote early.

The pianist and composer offers a cathartic affirmation of Black humanity and resistance on “The Transformation Suite.”