“Stomp!” based its show on the notion that you can make a joyful noise with everything from brooms to kitchen sinks. Mayumana builds on that concept with some great bolts of 21st century electrification.
Lightfoot, Preckwinkle Clash on Campaign Cash
The back-and-forth over political donations during Thursday’s forum was the latest in a series of contentious public appearances between Chicago mayoral candidates Lori Lightfoot and Toni Preckwinkle.
MillerCoors Sues Anheuser-Busch Over Corn Syrup Ads
Mar 21, 2019 |
A fight between beer giants escalated Thursday after MillerCoors filed a lawsuit against Anheuser-Busch that accused its rival of trying to “frighten” consumers into switching to Bud Light with “misleading” Super Bowl ads.
Heat Waves, Heavy Rain, Flooding: Report Details Dangers of Climate Change in Great Lakes Region
Mar 21, 2019 |
A first-of-its-kind report shows how climate change is threatening the Great Lakes, and how their ongoing transformation figures to impact the entire region.
For First Time, FDA Approves Drug for Treating Postpartum Depression
Mar 21, 2019 |
As many as one in seven women experience postpartum depression, which can be life-threatening when severe. But there hasn’t been a treatment specific to the condition – until now.
Illinois State Police Face 2nd Lawsuit Over Aurora Warehouse Shooting
Mar 21, 2019 |
The lawsuit was filed Wednesday by the family of Vincent Juarez, who was a forklift operator at Henry Pratt Co. in Aurora and was killed in the Feb. 15 attack.
Ald. Willie Cochran Pleads Guilty in Federal Corruption Case
Mar 21, 2019 |
Ald. Willie Cochran entered his plea Thursday to one felony count of wire fraud for spending campaign funds on personal purchases, including gambling and his daughter's college tuition.
$8.7 Billion O’Hare Airport Expansion Underway
Mar 21, 2019 |
Mayor Rahm Emanuel on Wednesday joined airline executives at a groundbreaking ceremony for the first phase of his plan to remake O’Hare International Airport.
Renée Fleming Reflects on 25 Years with Lyric Opera
Mar 20, 2019 |
One of the world’s most renowned opera singers is marking a landmark anniversary in Chicago. We speak with superstar soprano Renée Fleming.
Attorneys: Church List of Accused Illinois Clergy Incomplete
Mar 20, 2019 |
Advocates for clergy abuse victims released the names Wednesday of 395 priests and lay people in Illinois they say have been publicly accused of sexually abusing children.
Ice Fishing Derby Draws Hundreds to Chicago Area
Mar 20, 2019 |
Nearly 450 fishermen flocked to the 10th annual LVVA Ice Fishing Derby on Bangs Lake in north suburban Wauconda earlier this month. And we were there to catch the action.
Aldermen Seek to Curb Burke ‘Staff-Loaning’ Habit
Mar 20, 2019 |
The former chair of the City Council Committee on Finance is no stranger to scrutiny. But now, Ald. Ed Burke’s practice of loaning out employees to work for aldermen is coming under fire.
10 Things to Do This Weekend: March 21-24
Mar 20, 2019 |
Superheroes and villains, a springtime run, musical performances and wine flights usher in the weekend. Here are 10 things to do in and around Chicago.
R. Kelly Seeking Permission to Travel to Dubai for Concert Performances
Mar 20, 2019 |
As he awaits trial on nearly a dozen charges of criminal sexual abuse, singer R. Kelly is asking a judge to let him travel overseas for a planned three-day concert in April.
Chicago Zoos Want You to Recycle Old Cellphones to Save Gorillas
Mar 20, 2019 |
Mining for coltan, a mineral compound used to make cellphones and other small electronics, has displaced large numbers of Eastern gorillas in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
43rd Ward Candidate Forum: Incumbent Ald. Smith vs. Lindblom
Mar 20, 2019 |
In a North Side ward adjacent to the proposed site of the controversial Lincoln Yards development, two candidates fight for the 43rd Ward aldermanic seat. Incumbent Ald. Michele Smith and Derek Lindblom join us.
Illinois Man Pleads Not Guilty in Deputy’s Fatal Shooting
Mar 20, 2019 |
Floyd E. Brown pleaded not guilty Wednesday to federal charges accusing him of fatally shooting 35-year-old McHenry County Sheriff’s Deputy Jacob Keltner.
