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Sunday, June 28, 2026

Chicago’s First Black-Owned Dispensary, Destigmatizing The Culture Around Cannabis

Chicago’s first independent, Black-owned marijuana dispensary, The Grasshopper Club, is making 420 Day a community event. Digital journalist Jamaica Ponder sat down with co-owner Matthew Brewer to learn more about their effort to destigmatize the culture around cannabis.

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Podcast: Brandon Roy Reinstated At Garfield High Following WIAA Exoneration

Former NBA star Brandon Roy has been reinstated as head coach of Garfield High School's boys basketball team, following his clearance by the Washington Interscholastic Activities Association (WIAA) of prior recruiting violation allegations. The WIAA's investigation, which concluded in May 2026, found all evidence to be unsubstantiated, paving the way for Roy's return to his alma mater. His reinstatement underscores a commitment to student well-being and addresses the complexities of high school athletics, with Seattle Public Schools acknowledging the need for improved support structures for coaches.