Chicago’s Gage Park neighborhood sits in two ZIP codes that have seen some of the highest number of COVID-19 cases in the city.
Stories by Quinn Myers
‘Chicago Tonight’ in Your Neighborhood: Hermosa
Much of the neighborhood sits in the 60639 ZIP code, which has seen the most COVID-19 cases in the entire state. How businesses are faring and reopening.
Illinois Democratic Party Endorses Sen. Duckworth for Vice President
A one-on-one discussion with Illinois U.S. Sen. Tammy Duckworth on the possibility of being Joe Biden’s running mate, the federal response to COVID-19, whether schools should reopen in the fall and more.
The Debate Over Police in Chicago Public Schools
Mayor Lori Lightfoot and Chicago Public Schools leadership say the decision to remove police officers from schools should lie with individual local school councils. Now, some schools are taking action.
How a Spike in Poor Air Quality is Impacting Chicago’s Most Polluted Neighborhoods
July in Chicago brings scorching summer heat to the city, and often with it, poor air quality.
Former Neo-Nazi Christian Picciolini on Combating the Rise of Extremism
Since 2017, the number of white nationalist hate groups has increased by 55%, according to the Southern Poverty Law Center. What’s behind the resurgence? We ask a former skinhead.
Almost a Century Later, a Classic Chicago Beer Makes Its Triumphant Return
When it comes to Midwest brewing, Chicago tends to get overshadowed by neighboring cities. The revival of a popular early Chicago beer aims to prove the sudsy beverage has always been a vital part of the city’s economic and social life.
How Chicago Hotels Are Grappling With a Limited Reopening
Patrons might be flocking back to Chicago’s bars and restaurants in phase four of the state’s reopening plan, but there’s one major industry still waging an uphill battle: hotels.
Illinois Comptroller on COVID-19 Spending, State Budget Deficit
Illinois has spent close to $600 million so far on COVID-19 relief, much of it going to personal protective equipment.
Ald. Brendan Reilly: Chicago Will Still Partially Reopen Wednesday
The city plans to allow outdoor dining, barbershops and limited retail to resume operations Wednesday, more than two months after they were shuttered by COVID-19 and after widespread looting devastated the city.
St. Joseph Mayor, Tourism Council on Pandemic Fallout in Southwest Michigan
Nestled on the coast of Lake Michigan, St. Joseph is one of many small communities in the southwest Michigan that relies heavily on summer tourism to support its many small businesses.
In Chicago Lawn, IMAN ‘Doubles Down’ to Combat Virus Fallout
As part of our series COVID-19 Across Chicago, we speak with Rami Nashashibi, executive director of the Inner-City Muslim Action Network.
State Sen. Martwick on Spring Session, Pandemic Response
When legislators returned to Springfield last week after more than two months away because of the coronavirus pandemic, Sen. Robert Martwick was not among them – at least at first.
Ald. Napolitano on Pandemic Response on Northwest Side
Ald. Anthony Napolitano says he respects Mayor Lori Lightfoot’s responsibility to see the coronavirus pandemic from a bigger perspective when it comes to allowing businesses to reopen, but hopes she’ll act soon to loosen some restrictions.
How Chicago-Area VA Hospitals Have Pivoted to Treat COVID-19
Memorial Day is traditionally a time to honor dead members of the armed forces. But this year, the COVID-19 pandemic has emerged as a new war for many veterans.
Davenport, Rock Island Mayors on COVID-19 in the Quad Cities
While often operating as a singular community, differing approaches to how each state is managing the COVID-19 pandemic has caused an economic rift in the Quad Cities region.
Englewood Group Continues Community Building During Pandemic
We check in with Asiaha Butler, executive director of the Resident Association of Greater Englewood (R.A.G.E.) as part of our series, COVID-19 Across Chicago.
Ald. Ramirez-Rosa on Logan Square’s Pandemic Response
Logan Square has seen just over 1,000 cases of COVID-19. We speak about the pandemic with the 35th Ward alderman who represents part of the neighborhood in the City Council.
Kankakee Mayor, State Senator on Pandemic Response and Shutdown
About 60 miles south of Chicago, Kankakee County has seen 874 confirmed cases of COVID-19 as of Thursday, with 36 deaths and 204 recoveries. Local officials weigh in on the state’s handling of the pandemic.
Ald. Cardenas: ‘I Don’t Agree With a Complete Shutdown’ of Restaurants, Businesses
Ald. George Cardenas, 12th Ward, says he doesn’t agree that Chicago businesses and restaurants should be forced to stay mostly closed during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Amid Pandemic, Activists Push to Close McKinley Park Asphalt Plant
Since 2018, residents of McKinley Park have raised concerns about the MAT Asphalt plant in their neighborhood. Now, several environmental groups say the COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated the issue.
Ald. Anthony Beale: City Could Face $2-$3B Deficit Because of Pandemic
Over the past year, the 9th Ward alderman has emerged as a staunch critic of Mayor Lori Lightfoot. Now, he says Lightfoot has downplayed the negative impact the pandemic is having on the city’s budget.
Roseland Hospital CEO: ‘Remdesivir is Here in Chicago, And We’re Not Getting Any’
Chicago’s Roseland Community Hospital has been on the front lines of the pandemic. But it wasn’t included in Illinois’ recent distribution of remdesivir, a move that’s angered hospital officials.
Alds. Reboyras, Cardona on COVID-19 Response in Belmont Cragin
The Belmont Cragin neighborhood has become a COVID-19 epicenter, reporting 1,993 cases in its major zip code Monday. We speak with Chicago Alds. Ariel Reboyras (30th Ward) and Felix Cardona, Jr. (31st Ward).
Belmont Cragin School Adapts Services During COVID-19
The Northwest Side neighborhood has emerged as a COVID-19 hot spot, reporting the second highest number of cases in Illinois. We learn how Christopher House is serving the community during the pandemic.
COVID-19 Policy: Ald. Maldonado on Pandemic Response in Humboldt Park
As new numbers show COVID-19 rates among Chicago Latinos have surged in recent weeks, 26th Ward Ald. Roberto Maldonado is pushing for more testing in the community. But that’s not the only problem residents are facing.
