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Chicago Police Union Head Urges Cops to Defy Vaccine Mandate

In a video posted online Tuesday, Fraternal Order of Police President John Catanzara vowed to take Mayor Lori Lightfoot’s administration to court if it tries to enforce a mandate, which requires city workers to report their vaccine status by the end of the work week. 

In this Aug. 10, 2021, file photo, Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 7 President John Catanzara speaks to reporters at the Leighton Criminal Courthouse in Chicago. (Ashlee Rezin / Chicago Sun-Times via AP, File)

Congressional Remap Underway, But Little Participation at Public Hearings

Illinois lawmakers have turned their attention toward their task of drawing new Congressional district boundaries, but critics aren’t ready to give up on the previous mapmaking task they say the General Assembly fumbled.

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City Council Members on Chicago’s Homicide Numbers, Upheaval at the Park District

Four City Council members share their thoughts on the mayor’s budget proposal, the embattled park district, and more.

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Fifth Third Bank Invests $20M in South Chicago Neighborhood

The infusion comes on the heels of Mayor Lori Lightfoot’s Invest South-West Initiative, a three-year program aimed at investing $750 million in developments across 10 neighborhoods, including South Chicago.

(WTTW News)

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NASA Tests Its Planetary Defense Capabilities With DART Mission

A NASA mission to deflect an asteroid – it’s been the premise for more than one Hollywood movie – but next month NASA launches its DART mission that aims to do it for real.

Illustration of the DART spacecraft with the Roll Out Solar Arrays (ROSA) extended. Each of the two ROSA arrays in 8.6 meters by 2.3 meters. (Credit: NASA)

‘Game Changers’ Mural Series Brings Sox Diverse History to Colorful Life

The Chicago White Sox commissioned three Chicago artists to create murals inspired by the Sox past and present that celebrate the diversity of America’s pastime. 

Chicago artist Murrz created a mural as part of the Chicago White Sox’s “Game Changers” series that features broadcaster Gene Honda along with a trio of Asian-American players. (WTTW News)

Sky Open WNBA Finals With 91-77 Win Over Mercury

The 2021 WNBA Finals is the first for both franchises since the Mercury swept the Sky in 2014.

Chicago Sky players celebrate after defeating the Connecticut Sun 79-69 in Game 4 of a WNBA basketball playoff semifinal, Wednesday, Oct. 6, 2021, in Chicago. (AP Photo / Paul Beaty)

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October 12, 2021 - Full Show

Details into the turmoil at the Chicago Park District. A major investment in South Chicago. The rise of the Chicago Sky. Baseball and art intersect with new White Sox murals, and much more.

Are More Changes Coming to the Chicago Park District in Wake of CEO’s Resignation?

Longtime Chicago Park District Superintendent Michael Kelly’s resignation Saturday amid criticism he’s mishandled a wide-ranging sexual abuse scandal could portend future changes at the city’s sister agency.

(WTTW News)

Local Softball Player Hopes to Inspire Others, Help Women Go Pro

As we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, meet a woman who is proud of her Mexican roots and shares what drove her to play professional softball. 

Abby Ramirez (WTTW News)

Airline Industry Sees Divide in Vaccine Mandates Ahead of Holiday Season

Airline employees refusing COVID-19 vaccines could lose their jobs. What impact could that have on the airline industry?

Crain’s Headlines: Northwestern University Announces 1st Female President

Northwestern University announces its first female president. Crain’s Chicago Business reporter A.D Quig has details on that story and more.

(WTTW News)

Drop in COVID-19 Cases Shows Parts of US May Be Reaching Herd Immunity

While COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations have dropped nationally, a local infectious disease expert says the situation is a little more complex than whether or not the nation is reaching herd immunity.

(WTTW News)

Astros Dismiss Sign-stealing Implications by Sox Pitcher

The Houston Astros found themselves in familiar territory Monday, brushing aside comments by Chicago White Sox reliever Ryan Tepera after he implied they stole signs while winning the first two games of the AL Division Series in their ballpark.

Chicago White Sox’s Carlos Rodon throws a short pitching session after Game 4 of an ALDS baseball game was postponed due to a forecast of inclement weather Monday, Oct. 11, 2021, in Chicago. The makeup game is scheduled for Tuesday afternoon at Guaranteed Rate Field. (AP Photo / Charles Rex Arbogast)

Northwestern’s ‘Super Ager’ Research Receives $20 Million Grant

Researchers at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine are studying adults in their 80s and up with high-functioning cognitive abilities.

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