Former 'American Idol' contestant performs; Ryan, Cheryl talk sports, Breakfast Club, Project sWish
CHICAGO (WLS) -- Friday on "Windy City Weekend," Cheryl Burton fills in for Val! She tells us what to expect in this year's Black History Month special, "Our Chicago: Manning Up." Plus, Cheryl and Ryan discuss the top 10 hardest and easiest sports in the world!
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Brotherhood, basketball and benefits: that's The Breakfast Club. What started in February 2021 as an outlet for older men to stay fit and healthy has grown into a space where men over 50 can play pick-up basketball throughout the week.
Take a look at how the group has helped older men over the years, and how it has even saved lives.
Project sWish Chicago (PSC) joins "Windy City Weekend" to talk about its next event. PSC, a foundation created by Chicago native McKinley Nelson, uses sports and entertainment to unite diverse communities and provide a safe environment for youth and young adults.
The 29 Hours of Peace event will take place Saturday through Sunday at 3 p.m. at Kennedy-King College. The event aims to promote nonviolence, healing and unity. Attendees can expect appearances from Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson, rap artist Taylor Bennett and others! For more information, visit projectswishchicago.com.
Paul McDonald, who many may recognize as a top eight contestant on "American Idol" in 2011, takes the "Windy City Weekend" stage.
McDonald is set to kick off his tour, "Paul McDonald & the Mourning Doves," on Friday, in Chicago at the Beat Kitchen. For more information on tickets, visit https://www.thepaulmcdonald.com/tour.
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