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My Block My Hood My City hosts first-ever Hoodie Ball
It's a party with a purpose, and you can rock a hoodie.
CHICAGO - It's a party with a purpose, and you can rock a hoodie.
The non-profit My Block My Hood My City held its first annual Hoodie Ball Friday night to raise money for Chicago kids.
The founder, Jahmal Cole, says people wear hoodies as a means of expression. You can wear it with jeans, or you can dress it up.
There were prizes for the best hoodie and an award for the most profound activist in the community.
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The Hoodie Ball was hosted by WGCI's Leon Rogers.
The event was Friday night at the South Shore Cultural Center from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.