Black Chronicle
| Type | Weekly newspaper |
|---|---|
| Format | Broadsheet |
| Owner(s) | Perry Publishing and Broadcasting |
| Publisher | Russell Perry |
| Managing editor | Al Lindsey |
| Founded | 1979 |
| Headquarters | Oklahoma City, Oklahoma |
| Circulation | 33,000[1] |
| OCLC number | 19836563 |
| Website | blackchronicle.com |
The Black Chronicle is an African-American weekly newspaper in the state of Oklahoma.[2] Founded in April 1979 and based in Oklahoma City's Eastside, it is owned by Perry Publishing and Broadcasting and caters to Oklahoma City's black community. [3] Today, the Black Chronicle has the largest paid circulation among Oklahoma's weekly newspapers.[4]
The Black Chronicle is descended from its predecessor, the Black Dispatch, which published since 1915, founded by Roscoe Dunjee and later published by John Dungee. After the death of John Dungee it was sold to a longtime employee, Russell Perry.[5]
On the 7th of April 2025 the Oklahoma Senate passed Senate Resolution 13, honoring Russell M. Perry for his remarkable contributions to the state as a businessman,[6] banker, and journalist.
Authored and presented by Senator Shane Jett,[7] state of Oklahoma, who is the state senator from Senate District 17, which includes northern Pottawatomie County and eastern Oklahoma County, the resolution commended Perry for founding The Black Chronicle and establishing Perry Publishing & Broadcasting, now Oklahoma’s largest independent radio group.[8][9]
Perry Publishing and Broadcasting, the Black Chronicle has grown into a cornerstone of African-American media in Oklahoma. Russell Perry, who founded the newspaper after acquiring the Black Dispatch, has maintained a commitment to community-focused journalism. The newspaper operates out of Oklahoma City’s Eastside, [10][11] a neighborhood with deep cultural and historical significance for the city’s black residents. Its coverage includes local news, editorials, profiles of community leaders, and discussions of issues like education, economic empowerment, and social justice, all tailored to the interests and concerns of its African-American readership.[12][13]
The Black Chronicle has distinguished itself as Oklahoma’s leading weekly newspaper in terms of paid circulation, a testament to its relevance and trust within the community. Its wide readership reflects its ability to connect with African-American audiences across Oklahoma City and beyond, offering content that resonates with their experiences and aspirations. The newspaper’s success is also attributed to its consistent delivery of high-quality journalism and its role as a cultural institution that preserves and promotes African-American heritage in Oklahoma.[14]
References
[edit]- ^ Finder Binder: Oklahoma's Updated Media Directory, 2010 Winter Issue.
- ^ Danky, James Philip; Hady, Maureen E. (1998). African-American newspapers and periodicals : a national bibliography. Mark Graham. Cambridge, Mass. : Harvard University Press. p. 102. ISBN 978-0-674-00788-8.
- ^ Black Chronicle, MondoTimes.com (accessed February 17, 2010).
- ^ Russell Perry Archived 2010-04-12 at the Wayback Machine, Oklahoma Association of Broadcasters (accessed February 17, 2010).
- ^ "Oklahoma State Senate Adopts Resolution Honoring Russell M. Perry". Capitol Beat OK. April 9, 2025. Retrieved May 15, 2025.
- ^ "Oklahoma SR13 Resolution; recognizing businessman, banker and accomplished journalist Russell M. Perry; and praising his significant contributions to the state". trackbill.com. Retrieved May 15, 2025.
- ^ "Bill Information". www.oklegislature.gov. Retrieved May 15, 2025.
- ^ "A Resolution recognizing businessman, banker, and accomplished journalist Russell M. Perry; and praising his significant contributions to the state" (PDF). www.oklegislature.gov.
- ^ "McCane thanks Senate for recognition of Russell Perry as Oklahoma Secretary of Commerce". Oklahoma House of Representatives. April 8, 2025. Retrieved May 15, 2025.
- ^ Jacobson, Adam (December 21, 2018). "Sooner Scooper: Mollman Plucks 7 Perry Signals". Radio & Television Business Report. Retrieved February 13, 2025.
- ^ "Deal Digest: Cumulus Swaps And Sells". InsideRadio. April 18, 2019. Retrieved February 13, 2025.
- ^ "Russell Perry – The Black Chronicle | Rotary Club of Oklahoma City". Retrieved May 15, 2025.
- ^ "Senate Adopts Resolution Honoring Russell M. Perry | Oklahoma Senate". oksenate.gov. April 8, 2025. Retrieved May 15, 2025.
- ^ Dallas, Trey (December 1, 2023). "Perry Publishing: African American Voices that serve all communities – Trey Dallas". Retrieved May 15, 2025.