There is no joy in Mudville (or in Chicago for that matter) as the coronavirus pandemic has struck out Major League Baseball. Jason Benetti and Len Kasper talk about what might have been — and what may happen in the weeks to come.
Stories by Jay Smith
Life, Restricted: Chicago Native Teaching in China on Quarantine Measures
While Illinois residents have been following a stay-at-home order since Saturday, people in China have been dealing with restricted living conditions for months. We speak with a Chicago native who now teaches high school in the Chinese city of Zhangjiagang.
Baseball Season Preview: Jason Benetti, Len Kasper on White Sox, Cubs in 2020
With spring training right around the corner, we look to the coming season with White Sox broadcaster Jason Benetti and Cubs broadcaster Len Kasper.
Chicago White Sox GM Wants Team That Can Win ‘On an Annual Basis’
It’s been a busy winter for Chicago White Sox general manager Rick Hahn, but after a flurry of moves, it may be time for him to rest a bit. “I think for the most part, the heavy lifting for the offseason is done,” Hahn said.
From the Archives: John Callaway Interviews PBS Icon Fred Rogers (1985)
At a time of great division in the U.S., a little bit of Mr. Rogers can go a long way to remind us of simpler times. We revisit a 1985 interview between Fred Rogers and original “Chicago Tonight” host John Callaway.
Viewer Feedback: ‘We Must Reduce Dependency on Cars’
Viewers weigh in on a report that says Chicago is one of the most polluted cities in America. And you left some thoughtful sentiments about Chicago Tonight's 35th birthday.
‘Chicago Tonight’ Turns 35
On this date, 35 years ago, “Chicago Tonight” was born. Watch the premiere episode, featuring an interview with John Callaway and Mayor Harold Washington.
White Sox, Cubs Broadcasters Preview Upcoming Season
It might be cold and snowy outside, but pitchers and catchers report Wednesday for their first spring training workouts. We ask White Sox broadcaster Jason Benetti and Cubs broadcaster Len Kasper about the upcoming season.
Jazz Enthusiast Brings Passion to New Book ‘The Jazz Alphabet’
We learn the ABCs of jazz with Chicago author and illustrator Neil Shapiro, whose new book is a “work of love” – and an ode to the greats.
Viewer Feedback: ‘An Example of Chicago Politics’
Viewers weigh in on Ald. Ed Burke’s attempted extortion charge and the firearms found in his offices.
Viewer Feedback: ‘We Must Reform Pensions!’
Mayor Rahm Emanuel recently laid out his prescription for shoring up the city’s underfunded public employee pensions. Viewers weigh in.
Viewer Feedback: ‘Fishing is Cruel and Inhumane in General’
Viewers weigh in on a controversial fishing technique called “snagging.”
Stan Mikita, Chicago Blackhawks Legend, Dies at 78
The Chicago Blackhawks legend played 22 seasons with the team, and is the franchise leader in assists, points and games played. He died Tuesday.
Joel Weisman Throws Out 1st Pitch at White Sox vs. Yankees on Monday
After more than six months of anticipation, the former “Week in Review” host throws out the ceremonial first pitch as the White Sox took on the New York Yankees.
Loyola Ramblers’ 1963 NCAA Win Also a Story of Racial Justice
Loyola University Chicago’s NCAA Cinderella story has put the Ramblers in the national spotlight once again. We remember the 1963 championship team.
Viewer Feedback: ‘Keep Up With the Times Chicago’
Your thoughts on a new model of car-sharing that may come to Chicago called “free-floating” car-sharing.
Viewer Feedback: ‘These Cages Must be Outlawed Across the U.S.’
Viewers react to our story about where Trader Joe’s gets some of its pork products.
Viewer Feedback: ‘Sitting Here Sobbing’
Your heartfelt reaction to Jay Shefsky’s story about five men with intellectual disabilities living together in Park Ridge.
Viewer Feedback: ‘We Must Develop Public Transportation’
Our story about so-called “congestion pricing” has a lot of you talking. We read comments from the Chicago Tonight website, and our Facebook and Twitter pages.
The Week in Review: Celebrating Joel Weisman
A special hourlong presentation celebrates Joel Weisman’s 40th anniversary as host – and his final appearance at the helm of the show he helped create. “For four decades, Fridays have always been my favorite day of the week,” he says.
Joel Weisman Looks Back on 40 Years as Host of ‘The Week in Review’
The award-winning journalist talks about his astonishing four decades at the helm of his groundbreaking show on WTTW.
Chicago Bears’ Luck Runs Out: Coin Toss Winning Streak Ends at 14
You could say it was flipping amazing while it lasted, but at Soldier Field on Monday night, the Bears coin toss winning streak ended at 14 in a row.
Chicago Bears’ Winning Streak Advances to 14 … Coin Flips
The likelihood of correctly calling 14 coin tosses in a row is 1 in 16,384—or about as likely as Bears fans longing for the return of Rex Grossman. In light of the Bears’ current streak, we crunch the numbers.
Colorful White Sox Broadcaster, MLB Vet Jimmy Piersall Dies
When Jimmy Piersall joined the Chicago White Sox broadcast booth in 1977, no one had ever heard anyone like him on the air. Colorful and brash, Piersall took the concept of “telling it like it is” to a new level.
Bulls, Cubs Lose Key Architects of Past Success
Jerry Krause, Dallas Green Ushered in New Eras for Chicago Teams
There was a time when Chicago sports teams were synonymous with losing. This week, the city lost two men who helped change that perception.
