County Commission Hopes to Increase 2020 Census Participation
A look at what Cook County is doing to help ensure a full and accurate census count in 2020 – with our without a citizenship question.
US Women’s World Cup Title Prompts Celebrations, Questions About Pay
The U.S. women’s national soccer team wins its fourth World Cup, defeating the Netherlands 2-0 on Sunday. The victory is sparking conversations about gender discrimination and the wide pay disparity between female and male athletes.
Dueling Economists on Jobs Numbers, Possible Interest Rate Changes
Local economists Michael Miller and Edward Stuart debate the new report on the nation’s big job gains – and where interest rates may be heading.
City Analysis: Pension Debt Grew Last Year
The city of Chicago saw a little more tax revenue than expected last year. That’s the sliver of good news in a new report that spells out the bleak long-term financial forecast.
City Can’t Keep Impounded Cars After Drivers File for Bankruptcy: Court
A federal appeals court says Chicago can no longer continue to hold impounded vehicles of drivers in debt to the city after the vehicle owner files for bankruptcy. Melissa Sanchez of ProPublica Illinois explains.
Chicago Jazz Orchestra Celebrates 40 Years of Big, Bold Sounds
They started swinging back when Jimmy Carter was in the White House and Michael Bilandic was in City Hall. How the Chicago Jazz Orchestra brings a fresh approach to timeless music.
‘Speaking for the Dying’: 2 Years of Observations on ICU Decision-Making
In her new book, author Susan Shapiro tells us how to prepare for the life-and-death decisions that come with a trip to the intensive care unit.
Summer Reading List 2019: New and Old Books to Explore
Summer in Chicago: There never seems to be enough of it, especially with so many things to do – and read. Need a good recommendation? Here are 15 wide-ranging options from three Chicago authors.
Self-Focusing Glasses and Other News from the World of Science
Could futuristic-looking headware ultimately lead to self-focusing glasses? Rabiah Mayas returns with a roundup of the latest science news.
City Council Caucus Chairs on Chicago’s Future
The different caucuses of aldermen that make up the council play a big role in shaping its direction. Their leaders join us for a conversation about their priorities and vision for Chicago.
Gery Chico’s New Challenge: Uplifting Underserved Neighborhoods
The former mayoral candidate and onetime Chicago school board president is taking on a new job as board chair of Local Initiatives Support Corporation Chicago. He tells us about his new role.
Like ‘Biting into a Band-Aid’: Malort Returns to Chicago
Malort, the Chicago-born liquor both praised (and panned) for its bracing bitterness, is made in Chicago once more. We visit Chicago’s CH Distillery to see what everyone’s wincing about.
