Chicago Tonight: Black Voices, Feb. 7, 2024 - Full Show
Will Chicago stick with the controversial ShotSpotter gunshot detection system? Exploring the roots of gospel. And a rundown of art and culture activities in the city this Black History Month.
New PBS Series Explores the Roots of Gospel in Chicago
Historian, professor and filmmaker Henry Louis Gates Jr. explores the history of gospel music and its deep roots in Chicago.
Chicago Tonight: Black Voices, Jan. 31, 2024 - Full Show
Chicago becomes the largest American city to adopt a cease-fire resolution. Reminding Black men to check their prostate health. And talking self-care with Chicago native Common.
Common Talks New Book, Criminal Justice Reform, and Self-Care as ‘Political Warfare’
Rapper, actor and activist Common was in Chicago this week to talk about his latest book, “And Then We Rise: A Guide to Loving and Taking Care of Self.” The Chicago native sat down with WTTW News to talk about the book and some of his activism.
1 in 6 Black Men Will Be Diagnosed With Prostate Cancer in Their Lifetime. Early Detection is Key to Saving Lives
One in six Black men will develop prostate cancer in their lifetime, according to the advocacy organization ZERO Prostate Cancer. Research from the American Cancer Society shows Black men are more than twice as likely to die from the disease than their White counterparts.
Chicago Tonight: Black Voices, Jan. 24, 2024 - Full Show
Johnson defends his handling of the migrant crisis. A proposed ordinance could restrict Dollar Stores. And meet the man who’s been at the helm of the Cook County Forest Preserves.
Chicago Tonight: Black Voices, Jan. 17, 2024 - Full Show
One on one with the newest leader of the city’s public health department. Supporting Chicago’s unhoused as temperatures continue to plummet. And bringing paradise to everyday life ahead of Chicago Restaurant Week.
Volunteers, Faith Leaders Working to Help Unhoused Chicagoans Amid Freezing Temperatures
Most of us can avoid Chicago’s frigid temperatures just by staying home. But for those experiencing homelessness, the solution is not that simple. Local organizations work directly with those individuals, hoping to provide relief and find long-term solutions.
Inside Hyde Park’s 14 Parish Ahead of Chicago Restaurant Week
Chicago Restaurant Week kicks off Friday. But don’t be fooled by the annual event’s name — it’s actually a 17-day celebration of the city’s diverse and delicious culinary scene.
Meet Chicago’s New Public Health Commissioner, Olusimbo ‘Simbo’ Ige
The city of Chicago has a new public health commissioner filling this high-profile role after the ousting of Dr. Allison Arwady in August. Dr. Olusimbo “Simbo” Ige is the first Black woman to lead the Chicago Department of Public Health on a permanent basis.
Chicago Tonight: Black Voices, Jan. 10, 2024 - Full Show
CPS is going a different route to address its bus driver shortage. What a permanent child tax credit could mean for Illinois families. And reaction to the ouster of Harvard University’s first Black woman president.
Resignation of Harvard University’s First Black Female President Continues to Spark Commentary
Claudine Gay resigned after backlash to her testimony at a congressional hearing where she was criticized for not doing enough to tackle antisemitism on campus. She also faced accusations of plagiarism. Gay’s supporters, however, said her ouster reflects a system that wasn’t built for people of color.
What a Permanent Child Tax Credit Could Mean for Families in Illinois
Advocates and lawmakers are calling for a permanent child tax credit to help lessen the economic burden on struggling families.
Illinois Health Officials Say Racism is a Public Health Crisis Creating Care Disparities
The State Health Improvement Plan is part of a larger five-year plan that Illinois officials will use to outline and address the major public health issues facing the state.
Chicago Tonight: Black Voices, Jan. 3, 2024
Michael Madigan’s corruption trial gets delayed. The state’s health department declares racism a public health crisis. And looking back at the war on poverty.