ABC7 presents 'Our Chicago: Manning Up' for Black History Month

Friday, February 20, 2026
CHICAGO (WLS) -- ABC7 Chicago is celebrating Black History Month with "Our Chicago: Manning Up."



It includes an intimate look at Black men's health and a conversation about strength, not as silence, but as honesty, about dismantling stigma and building healthier habits in the Black male community.

'Our Chicago: Manning Up' Part 1


And Chicago Bulls star Derrick Rose talked about the mental and physical struggles he faced during his career.

'Our Chicago: Manning Up'


Cheryl Burton and Hosea Sanders spoke with the owner of Coffee, Hip-Hop & Mental Health.

'Our Chicago: Manning Up'


State Rep. La Shawn Ford shared his cancer story.

'Our Chicago: Manning Up'


It also includes conversations about brotherhood and fatherhood: the pillars that shape a Black man's life.
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