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What Is The Meaning Of Giving Tuesday?

Posted by jam98 — Mon, 1 Dec 2025 05:05 GMT

The purpose of Giving Tuesday is to serve as a global day of generosity that encourages people, organizations, and businesses to give back to their communities and support causes they care about. It was created in 2012 as a response to the commercialism of Black Friday and Cyber Monday, focusing instead on charitable giving, volunteering, and collaboration. It acts as a major fundraising and awareness-building opportunity for nonprofits and launches the year-end giving season. Read more

From Ho! Ho! Ho! To No! No! No!

Posted by jam98 — Fri, 28 Nov 2025 11:49 GMT

As we officially begin the 2025 holiday season, managing stress will be important. We have shared a list of tips to help you reduce stress this season. Click here

HAPPY THANKSGIVING FROM JAM98

Posted by jam98 — Thu, 27 Nov 2025 11:48 GMT

From our family to yours, Happy Thanksgiving.

Thanksgiving From The Native American Perspective

Posted by jam98 — Thu, 27 Nov 2025 11:38 GMT

There are always two sides to a story. Unfortunately, when it comes to the history of Thanksgiving, generations of Americans have been taught a one-sided history in their homes and schools.The dominant cultural and historical story has been told from the perspective of the European colonialists who landed near Plymouth Rock in Massachusetts in 1620.Read more

Celebrating The Season With JAM98

Posted by jam98 — Thu, 27 Nov 2025 11:22 GMT

Wishing you and your family all this best this holiday season.

Sunday School JAMS With Dana Divine!!!

Posted by jam98 — Sat, 1 Nov 2025 16:00 GMT

Dana Divine has your Sunday School Jams!!! 6am-12p on JAM98 Music For Your Soul. Download the FREE App, listen on your Smart Device, Amazon Fire TV, Channel 980 on the BeSpire TV Network on Roku, Apple TV, Android TV and online at JAM98.COM

Honoring Indigenous People's Day - October 13th 2025

Posted by jam98 — Sat, 11 Oct 2025 03:16 GMT

Indigenous Peoples' Day, observed on the second Monday of October, is a day dedicated to recognizing and celebrating the history, culture, and resilience of Indigenous communities who have lived across the Americas for thousands of years long before European explorers arrived. The holiday serves as a time to honor the rich traditions, languages, and knowledge systems of Indigenous peoples, as well as their ongoing contributions to society, art, environmental stewardship, and governance. Read more.

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson Responds To Trump's Call For His Arrest

Posted by jam98 — Sat, 11 Oct 2025 03:12 GMT

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson (D) delivered a forceful response after Trump suggested that both he and Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker (D) should be arrested for allegedly failing to protect ICE agents in Chicago. Appearing on CNN's The Situation Room, Johnson didn't hold back, describing Trump as "unstable," "unhinged," and "a double-minded individual that, quite frankly, is a threat to our democracy." Read more.

The 16th Annual Global Mixx Music and Film Forum

Posted by jam98 — Wed, 8 Oct 2025 15:02 GMT

The 16th Annual Global Mixx Music and Film Forum, presented by title sponsor McCoy Promotions and Investments, returns October 23-25, 2025, at Malcolm X College in Chicago. Recognized as one of the Midwest's leading creative conferences, Global Mixx continues its mission to educate, connect, and empower the next generation of talent in music, film, and multimedia production. Get more information

The Wind Down with The Prince of Sophisticated Soul...WILL DOWNING

Posted by jam98 — Tue, 7 Oct 2025 04:13 GMT

Wind Down with The Prince of Sophisticated Soul, Will Downing Sunday thru Thursday at 9pm. JAM98-MUSIC FOR YOUR SOUL.

Join First Lady Monday-Friday 9am-2pm (cst)

Posted by jam98 — Mon, 6 Oct 2025 13:10 GMT

Spend your middays with your favorite co-worker, First Lady Weekdays 9am-2pm (Central). Stay connected on all social media @ilovefirstlady Read more

Happy Birthday To Our Very Own Bonnie DeShong.

Posted by jam98 — Sun, 24 Aug 2025 09:20 GMT

Wishing our very own Bonnie DeShong a Blessed Birthday.

Be sure to join Bonnie DeShong and Friends every Saturday morning at 8am Exclusively on JAM98

Caribbean Vibes - Antigua & Barbuda

Posted by jam98 — Wed, 23 Jul 2025 16:03 GMT

Join us for an afternoon at the 1st Annual Caribbean Vibes Party and Caribbean Themed Boat Contest.It's an inaugural celebration of Caribbean culture in Chicago sponsored by Antigua & Barbuda, featuring a scrumptious lunch with Caribbean flavors (including oxtails, jerk and grill chicken, salmon, shrimp, etc.) unlimited English Harbor rum punch, dancing, live music, and more... all set on a beautiful backdrop of boats decked out in Caribbean style at the Southern Shore Yacht Club and harbor! Yes, it's summertime in Chicago!Attention boaters! Enter your boat in the Best Caribbean Vibes Theme Contest. Simply dress up your vessel with a Caribbean Vibe and enter your chance to win cash prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places. You must purchase a ticket to Caribbean Vibes to participate. No other fees are required.You don't want to miss this inaugural event on the harbor. Saturday, August 2, 20251 p.m. - 6 p.m. Lunch will be available from 130 p.m. -4p.m.Southern Shore Yacht Club, Jackson Park Inner Harbor,6401 South Richard Drive, Chicago, IL 60649Tickets are available at www.ticketfalcon.com/e/caribbeanvibes/or Zelle to: debra.anderson@cruiseplanners.comGeneral Public: $50 (plus applicable fee)Attire: Caribbean VibesAdults onlyAll ticket sales are final. No refunds. This semi-private event is limited to 100 attendees.

Location

Southern Shore Yacht Club 6401 South Richard Drive Chicago, IL 60649, United States (US)Date and Time

Sat, Aug 2, 2025, 1:00 pm - 6:00 pm CT

Remember Malcolm-Jamal Warner

Posted by jam98 — Mon, 21 Jul 2025 17:36 GMT

The world lost a beloved actor and cherished member of pop culture when The Cosby Show star, Malcolm-Jamal Warner, tragically passed away at the age of 54. TMZ first reported the heartbreaking news, and sources later confirmed the details to PEOPLE. Warner, who was on a family vacation in Costa Rica, drowned while swimming at Cocles Beach in the Limon region. Read more

16th Annual Crew for Kids Fundraiser for Big Brothers Big Sisters

Posted by jam98 — Mon, 21 Jul 2025 00:59 GMT

Get ready to be BIG for kids on Saturday, July 26 at Crew Carwash!It's the 16th annual Crew for Kids fundraiser-when you choose the ULTIMATE wash, 50% of theproceeds will support Big Brothers Big Sisters. This amazing nonprofit matches kids with caring mentors to help them grow and thrive.Last year, Crew for Kids raised over $200,000, and with your help, we can do even more in 2025.Join us July 26 at any Crew Carwash and make a difference-one wash at a time. More details

ADVERTISE ON JAM98

Posted by jam98 — Sat, 19 Jul 2025 12:00 GMT

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Bonnie DeShong & Friends Saturdays at 10am Exclusively on JAM98

Posted by jam98 — Sat, 19 Jul 2025 12:00 GMT

Start your Saturday morning informed and entertained with Bonnie DeShong & Friends. Bonnie, Todd Hunt, Drewsean Williams and Art "Chat Daddy" Sims will keep you up-to-date on Lifestyle, Community, Entertainment, Politics and so much more. Set your clocks...Saturdays 10am...Exclusively on JAM98-MUSIC FOR YOUR SOUL.

Celebrating JUNETEENTH

Posted by jam98 — Thu, 19 Jun 2025 04:00 GMT

On the night of December 31, 1862, known as "Freedom's Eve," a sense of anticipation and hope filled the air. Enslaved and free African Americans gathered in churches and homes across the nation, anxiously awaiting news that the Emancipation Proclamation had taken effect. This historic document, issued by President Abraham Lincoln, was set to declare all enslaved people in Confederate states legally free at the stroke of midnight. Read More

MALENESSS Health & Wellness Summit

Posted by jam98 — Wed, 18 Jun 2025 01:24 GMT

Join Wellness Home of Chicago for the Malenesss Health & Wellness Summit-a transformative event dedicated to empowering Black Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender men through health, wellness, and holistic well-being. Find out more and register at https://malenesss.org/registration/

Celebrating Black Music Excellence Everyday

Posted by jam98 — Mon, 16 Jun 2025 07:23 GMT

To be clear, it takes so much longer than a month to celebrate the music. That's why we do it everyday! Download the App, listen on your smart device, Amazon Fire Tv, Amazon Music, Channel 980 on the BeSpire TV Network (Roku) or online at www.jam98.com