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Cook County Jail is Giving At-Risk Inmates Narcan Upon Their Release
Inmates at risk of substance abuse are given an overdose-reversing drug as they leave detention.
In The Works: New Life for 440-Acre South Works Site
The massive former site of U.S. Steel South Works has a new buyer—and new possibilities.
Viewer Feedback: ‘This Tax Was Never About Health’
Viewers weigh in on the new Cook County sweetened beverage tax.
Viewer Feedback: ‘The Chicago Public School System Is a Failure’
We hear from you about the the school funding debate in Springfield.
New Book Celebrates Classic Images of Chicago
Richard Cahan and Michael Williams spend a lot of time digging through old photos of Chicago, and together have created 14 stunning books. Take a look at their latest, “Chicago: Classic Photographs.”
WTTW’s ‘Weekend in Havana’ a Look Beyond City’s Vintage Glamour
In his new PBS special, Geoffrey Baer is immersed in the city’s vibrant culture—architecture, music, dance and history—with three native Cubans as his guides.
The Week in Review: Rauner Cleans House After Budget Veto Override
A staff shakeup in the Rauner administration. Big layoffs predicted after Cook County’s soda tax is blocked in court. New owners at the Chicago Sun-Times. Big changes ahead for Lake Shore Drive. And in sports, a major crosstown trade.
Brian Culbertson: Performing All About ‘Entertaining, Fun’
Award-winning musician, writer and producer Brian Culbertson joins us in conversation.
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City Lawyers: Pay $250K to Wrongfully Convicted Man Arrested by Officers Repeatedly Accused of Misconduct
‘Pandora’s Box Has Been Opened’: Judge Blasts US Attorney Andrew Boutros as Another Case Tied to ‘Broadview Six’ Scandal Falls Apart
Powerful Storms, Tornado Threat Set To Deliver Second Punch to Chicago Region on Thursday
‘Like Lightning Struck’: Community Marks 60 Years Since the First Division Street Riot, Puerto Rican Rebellion
As State Approves 1st Video Gambling Licenses in Chicago, Mayor Asks City Council to Reverse Course
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