Stories by Dan Protess
Before She Was Mayor: An In-Depth Profile of Lori Lightfoot
From humble beginnings in Massillon, Ohio, to a high-powered federal prosecutor – to mayor of Chicago. Our in-depth profile of the events that shaped the life of Lori Lightfoot.
Transgender Chicagoan Reunites with Christian Cousin
WTTW captures a family reunion between two cousins. Both from central Illinois, one now calls Chicago home and identifies as “trans-feminine.” The other, an evangelical Christian, stayed downstate and has no experience with the LGBTQ community.
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Who Is Running, or Thinking About Running, to Become Chicago’s Next Mayor
This 50-Ton Prehistoric Boulder Was Unearthed at O’Hare, Contest Is On To Name It
Rock Star: Meet the Guy Who Excavated O’Hare’s 50-Ton Boulder, and Yes, He Has Thoughts About the Name
Chicago City Council Puts Bally’s Officials on Hot Seat Amid Dispute Over Video Gambling
Despite More Diverse Applicants, Those Promoted in CFD Remain Overwhelmingly White, Male: Watchdog Report
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