It's official: Chicago Public Schools teachers are going on strike after CPS and the Chicago Teachers Union failed to reach a contract agreement. Teachers and support staff planned to hit the picket lines at 6:30 a.m. Thursday.
Time For Winter Prep in The WTTW Garden
Oct 16, 2019 |
With winter right around the corner, home gardeners should harvest whatever fruit and vegetables that remain in their garden as soon as possible. Organic gardener Jeanne Nolan shares tips to get your garden ready for the cold season.
Front Lawn Art Installations Pay Tribute to Late Chicago Artist
Oct 16, 2019 |
Late Chicago artist Sabina Ott created the nonprofit Terrain Biennial, a public art event that invites participants to display site-specific exhibits in their front yard.
Chicago Zoological Society Honors Wildlife Conservation Leaders
Oct 16, 2019 |
Colleen and Keith Begg founded an organization that helps maintain the wildlife in the Niassa National Reserve in Mozambique, one of the last remaining strongholds for lions in Africa.
Parents of CPS Students Sound Off on Teachers Strike
Oct 16, 2019 |
“Chicago Tonight” speaks with four parents of CPS students who have different opinions about the negotiations between the city and its teachers union.
Ask Geoffrey: Sites to See at Open House Chicago
Oct 16, 2019 |
More than 350 buildings open their doors to the public this weekend. Geoffrey Baer takes us behind the scenes of several unique buildings featured as part of Open House Chicago.
Crain’s Headlines: Departed Exelon CEO Gets $7.7M Retirement Package
Oct 16, 2019 |
Former Exelon CEO Anne Pramaggiore is in line for $7.7 million in benefits after her abrupt resignation Tuesday amid a federal investigation of the company’s Springfield lobbying practices.
Stardom and Mortality Battle It Out in ‘Sunset Boulevard’
Oct 16, 2019 |
A musical-opera hybrid, “Sunset Boulevard” captures the dual face of Hollywood as a dream factory and a dream destroyer. And it spins the haunting tale of Norma Desmond, an aging, once fabled star.
For First Time in 30 Years, Vinyl Records Being Made in Chicago
Oct 16, 2019 |
Ten years ago, less than 2 million records were purchased in the U.S. But last year, nearly 17 million were sold. And now there are records being made in Chicago for the first time in decades. We stop by to see how it’s done.
Joe Maddon Returns to Los Angeles Angels as New Manager
Oct 16, 2019 |
Maddon agreed to become the Los Angeles Angels’ manager on Wednesday, reuniting the World Series-winning former manager of the Chicago Cubs with the organization where he spent the first three decades of his baseball career.
‘There Will Not Be School Tomorrow’: Lightfoot Believes CTU Will Strike
Oct 16, 2019 |
Mayor Lori Lightfoot and Chicago Public Schools CEO Janice Jackson said they believe the Chicago Teachers Union’s House of Delegates will vote to go on strike Wednesday evening.
Study: ‘Medicare for All’ Not Only Way to Universal Coverage
Oct 16, 2019 |
A study out Wednesday finds that an approach similar to the plan from former Vice President Joe Biden can deliver about the same level of coverage as the government-run “Medicare for All” plan from presidential rival Bernie Sanders.
Probe Uncovers High-Level Unease Over Trump, Giuliani Moves
Oct 16, 2019 |
On Wednesday, a former aide to Secretary of State Mike Pompeo is to speak to the House impeachment panels behind closed doors. Michael McKinley is expected to discuss concerns held by career State Department officials about the treatment of the U.S. ambassador to Ukraine, Marie Yovanovitch.
Contract Bargaining Wraps Up With No Deal Between CTU, Board of Education
Oct 15, 2019 |
Time is running out for Chicago Public Schools to reach a deal with the Chicago Teachers Union on a new contract.
Can Illinois Save $1M a Day by Consolidating Pension Funds? Governor Says Yes
Oct 15, 2019 |
Consolidating scores of local firefighter and police pension funds could save Illinois taxpayers between $820 million and $2.5 billion in the next five years, according to a report published by a state task force.
‘Downton Abbey’ Actor Harry Hadden-Paton Rehearses for Royal Role in Chicago
Oct 15, 2019 |
We go backstage as an actor prepares “The King’s Speech” at Chicago Shakespeare Theater – and remembers his role on “Downton Abbey.”
Scientists Reconstruct Face of Human Ancestor Using Fossilized Bone
Oct 15, 2019 |
How did researchers reconstruct the face of an ancient human ancestor using a fossilized bone? This story and more from the world of science with Neil Shubin.
Crain’s Headlines: Lightfoot Floats New Chicago Casino Plan
Oct 15, 2019 |
Mayor Lori Lightfoot is floating a new plan to make the Chicago casino a property owned jointly by the city and the state. But the idea is getting a cool reception in Springfield.
Evanston Native Shares How She Helped Break Harvey Weinstein Story
Oct 15, 2019 |
In a new book, New York Times reporters Megan Twohey and Jodi Kantor detail how they uncovered allegations of sexual abuse by Harvey Weinstein. Twohey, an Evanston native, joins us in discussion.
Mexican Ambassador to the U.S. Martha Bárcena on Visit to Chicago
Oct 15, 2019 |
Bárcena, who last year became the first woman to hold her position, discusses immigration and the political relationship between the U.S. and Mexico.
Art Is Love in Endearing ‘Man of No Importance’
Oct 15, 2019 |
“A Man of No Importance,” now receiving an altogether beautiful, heartrending production by Pride Films and Plays, features exceptionally fluid, comedy-meets-tragedy direction by Donterrio Johnson and an ideal cast.
Chicago Firm Sues Netflix Over ‘When They See Us’ Interrogation Method
Oct 15, 2019 |
Chicago-based Reid & Associates claims the popular series about the Central Park Five defames the company's interrogation technique.
‘Caution Freedom’ Shines Light on Artwork Too Provocative for Putin
Oct 15, 2019 |
Artwork once under attack by the Russian government is now on view in Chicago. We explore a show at the One After 909 gallery in West Town.
White House: Trump Condemns Violent Parody, Hasn’t Seen It
Oct 15, 2019 |
The video, which depicts a likeness of Trump shooting and stabbing opponents and members of the news media, was played during a conference held by conservative supporters of the president at his Miami golf resort last week.
Former White House Aide: John Bolton Called Giuliani a ‘Hand Grenade’
Oct 15, 2019 |
National security adviser John Bolton was so alarmed by Rudy Giuliani's back-channel activities in Ukraine that he described President Donald Trump's personal lawyer as a "hand grenade who is going to blow everybody up," according to a former White House aide.
CPS Teachers, Staff Rally and March as Strike Countdown Continues
Oct 14, 2019 |
Negotiators took a break from the bargaining table Monday as thousands of teachers and school staff rallied in hopes of securing what they called a “fair contract.”
Columbus Day or Indigenous Peoples’ Day? Chicago Groups Weigh In
Oct 14, 2019 |
In the wake of criticism directed at Columbus and his treatment of indigenous people, a movement to supplant Columbus Day with another holiday – Indigenous Peoples’ Day – has emerged.
Trump’s Syria Withdrawal Draws Fire From All Sides
Oct 14, 2019 |
President Donald Trump’s decision to immediately withdraw all U.S. troops from northern Syria has prompted criticism from politicians, military leaders and others.
Powerful Writing: Presidential Speechwriters Discuss Their Craft
Oct 14, 2019 |
Former speechwriters for Presidents Bill Clinton and George W. Bush discuss the current state of presidential messaging.
Cathy Marston’s Adaptation of ‘Jane Eyre’ Heads to the Joffrey Ballet
Oct 14, 2019 |
In “Jane Eyre,” Cathy Marston said she creates movement based on quotes taken directly from Charlotte Bronte’s 19th century novel.
As Scooter Pilot Ends, A Call For Keeping Them Around – With Changes
Oct 14, 2019 |
A report from the Active Transportation Alliance says Chicago should develop a long-term e-scooter program across the entire city.
Crain’s Headlines: Boeing Removes CEO From Chairman Role
Oct 14, 2019 |
Boeing announced that it has stripped CEO Dennis Muilenburg of his title as chairman of the board, a move the company says will allow him to focus more on fixing its troubled 737 Max jets.
