Stories by Maya Miller

10 Things to Do This Weekend: May 11-14

Celebrate Mother’s Day with spring blooms, handmade designs, food trucks and more. Here are 10 things to do in and around Chicago.

May 10, 2017 - Full Show

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Democrats Call for Special Prosecutor After FBI’s Comey Fired

A retired former FBI supervisor and two former assistant U.S. attorneys share their reactions to the ouster of FBI Director James Comey.

Hop Dreams: Lagunitas Looks to Global Future for Craft Beer

Brew news with Lagunitas Brewing Company founder Tony Magee.

Illinois Senate Passes Bill to Expand Taxpayer-Funded Abortions

In passing House Bill 40, Illinois senators tossed a political hot potato into Gov. Bruce Rauner’s lap ahead of the 2018 gubernatorial campaign.

‘True History’ of H.H. Holmes Examines Life, Career of Serial Killer

Adam Selzer, author of the new book “H.H. Holmes: The True History of the White City Devil,” joins us to discuss the latest chapter in a story that's already more than a century old.

Ask Geoffrey: A ‘Pipe Dream’ of the 1893 World’s Fair

Geoffrey Baer explores an eccentric architect’s wacky proposal for the World’s Fair.

Former Fashion Photographer Finds Beauty in Nature

After 20 years in the fashion industry, Owen Deutsch wasn’t planning on getting back into photography. But then he discovered a new subject: birds.

Chicago Bolsters Graffiti Removal Fleet, Kicks Off Cleaning Sweeps

The city’s neighborhood cleaning program kicked off this year with additional graffiti-removal crews and new chemical-blasting trucks.

State’s Office of Tourism Reports ‘Robust Growth’ in 2016

Illinois’ fiscal woes do not appear to be discouraging out-of-towners from visiting, according to figures released by the state’s Office of Tourism.

Report: Budget Impasse a ‘Stunning Failure of Leadership’

The political inertia that’s left Illinois without a budget can’t continue, according to a report released Tuesday by the non-partisan Civic Federation. 

May 9, 2017 - Full Show

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North Branch Redevelopment Plan Reflects Change in Economy

Plans for new office buildings, apartment complexes and hotels along the North Branch of the Chicago River are underway.

Graphic Artist Returns to Chicago to Inspire Next Generation

Craig Rex Perry grew up in Englewood and has studied and worked around the world. We catch up with him in Kenwood during a master class on cartooning – and careers.

Great Lakes Summit to Tackle ‘Environmental Racism’

Issues impacting the Great Lakes and communities surrounding the massive freshwater system will be at the center of a two-day conference in Chicago starting Wednesday.

The Changing Face of Television

New ways of producing, distributing and consuming TV shows means consumers no longer have to rush home to catch a scheduled broadcast.

Illinois Sues Chicago Metal Company Over Leaked Chemicals

A company on the West Side of Chicago has been cited for improperly storing chemicals and threatening public health, according to a suit filed by Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan.

Agassiz Elementary LSC Votes to Keep School Name

Stakeholders had raised concerns over school’s “racist” namesake

A Lakeview elementary school will keep its name despite a push from community members who wanted to shift away from racist undertones surrounding the school’s namesake.

Cool, Wet Weather Ideal for Spring Planting

It may not seem like gardening weather, but The Organic Gardener Jeanne Nolan says now’s the ideal time to plant lettuces, radishes and peas which thrive in cooler temperatures.

Chicago Struggling to Fill Gaps Left By Psychiatrist Shortage

A nationwide shortage of psychiatrists is being felt in Chicago, from the Department of Public Health to area medical centers and health providers.

Looking for a New Hobby? Just Axe

A Portage Park range takes a whack at bringing axe-throwing to Chicago.

Budget Deal is ‘Top Priority,’ Says Madigan, But is Bargain in Sight?

Lawmakers are in the final weeks before the legislative session ends – is there a “grand bargain” in sight?  

Cook County Warns About Obamacare Repeal

How will Cook County survive cuts in Medicaid if the new health care bill becomes law?

Former Gov. Quinn Portrait Includes 44 ‘Found’ Items

Former Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn on Monday left his mark on the Illinois State Capitol – with the unveiling of his official portrait.

May 8, 2017 - Full Show

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Flight Overbooked? Use Game Theory to Get the Biggest Payout

Using math to get the most bang for your buck on an overbooked flight.
 

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