Clusters of speakers and various food vendors scatter the Franklin Park area. Alluring smells of grilled and fried food beckoned visitors, including Caribbean favorites from local restaurants such as oxtail,...

Skippy White made a showman’s entrance in an aptly white tuxedo when he arrived at the historic Florian Hall Aug. 5. Fellow living legends and hundreds of fans awaited the former WILD DJ at his elegantly...

Attendees arrive in colorful gowns and suits to Florian Hall. The historic venue was opened in 1965, hosting icons and countless gatherings since.

White poses with Hot Butta Soul after their routine. The DJ unflinchingly continues his mission of spreading his favorite music on his radio shows, “The Time Tunnel” on Saturday mornings from 8 a.m....

Local performer Toussaint the Liberator sings songs by Otis Redding and Wilson Pickett. “Those are the singers I wanted to sound like growing up,” Toussaint said. “The music is medicine — the one...

Byrain Winbush, a gospel singer, dedicates his performance to White and makes a heartfelt prayer as he begins his setlist. Several artists performed music from the early days of White’s career and songs...

Chinatown erupted in a cloud of smoke and confetti Jan. 29, as thousands packed the streets to celebrate the 2023 Lunar New Year, which began on Jan. 22.  The sound of drums, gongs and cymbals followed...