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Media Stories
The Wilson trial begins today!
F. Leon WilsonPhoto by Frank Johnson. Starting today (June 6th) F. Leon Wilson is a defendant in a second trial where he has been charged with “gross sexual conduct.” The first trial ended in a hung jury on February 29th. Wilson is facing 20 years on three counts of gross…
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Drum Majors
Chicago to hold Emory Tate Memorial on June 25th
Emory Tate away last October, but left behind a legacy that will last for an eternity. There have been a number of memorial tournaments held in his honor and the latest will be hosted by the Lion’s Paw Chess Academy in Chicago on June 25th at the Salaam Restaurant on…
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Tournaments
Tournament @ Baltimore’s Hollins Market on 6-18-16!
Sophia Lynn of “Chess R US” is known for her stunning drawings and t-shirt designs, but she is rallying support to start a new chess club in the Baltimore area. The area has a long chess history and many legendary players have come through the area. Lynn is trying to…
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Tournaments
2016 Chicago Open (Wheeling, IL)
Chicago Open officially starts the summer circuit of tournaments on the American chess landscape. Wheeling will host the 25th edition of the tournament and it expects top players to vie for the $100,000 guaranteed prize fund. The field will feature a strong Chinese contingent including Yu Yangyi, Jianchao Zhou and…
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Caribbean
Jamaica’s Deborah Porter makes history… what’s next?
Women’s International Master (WIM) Deborah Richards-Porter was in the news lately for winning the 2.3.5 subzonal tournament held in Barbados. Players from Aruba, The Bahamas, Barbados, Guyana, Jamaica, Puerto Rico, Suriname, Trinidad & Tobago and Venezuela also vied for the title. She becomes the first Jamaican to win a subzonal…
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Africa
Kenya surges forward in 2016!
2016 Kenya Open Kenyan chess is seeing an uptick in activity in 2016. After holding a successful Kenya Open last month (won by Ben Nguku) it is in the midst of the Nairobi Open. There are apparently some bright talent sprouting from years of nourishment. The frequent trips around Kenya…
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Media Stories
MC3 May 31st deadline approaching
Four-time U.S. Champion GM Hikaru Nakamura won MC2 in exciting fashion.Will MC3 bring more spills and thrills?Photo by Daaim Shabazz. * * * ALERT!! The May 31st deadline is fast approaching! At least 50 people have already signed up for Millionaire Chess 3. Avoid the last-minute rush and sign up…
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Media Stories
In Chicago jails chess teaches better moves in life
Chicago is a wonderful city with its vibrant ethnic communities, world class entertainment and beautiful landmarks. However, the media paints a decidedly narrow picture… one cloaked in death, despair and helplessness. The law enforcement has been dogged by allegations of unlawful acts, police brutality and obstruction of justice. The city…
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Media Stories
Detroit rules at All-Girls under-14 Nationals!
Detroit has been beset by a long list of issues stemming from the scandal-ridden politics, the financial crisis of 2008, the recent Flint water crisis and lately the “sickout” strike of 94 of 97 Detroit’s school teachers. Certainly, everyone is sick of these egregious violations of public safety and the…
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Caruana, Paikidze new U.S. Champions!
Fabiano Caruana 2016 U.S. Chess Champion The tide has turned and the balance of power has shifted in American chess. There were two new champions crowned after the U.S. Championships held in St. Louis ending this past weekend. Fabiano Caruana was crowned the champion in his debut. After switching his…
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