Pritzker Upset With Harassment Report Findings, But Not With Madigan
More fallout from a report detailing a culture of harassment and abuse in the state capitol on Democratic House Speaker Michael Madigan’s watch. But is the speaker getting a pass?
Cook County Public Defender Amy Campanelli on Gun Violence, Police Database
Chicago’s top cop says a gun offender dashboard will create a “culture of accountability.” But not everyone agrees. Cook County Public Defender Amy Campanelli explains why she objects to the database.
Bald Eagles, Owls and Other Birds Rehabilitated at Illinois Raptor Center
About 180 miles southwest of Chicago, a wildlife conservation facility cares for hundreds of injured, sick or orphaned raptors. We go for a look and meet some of these incredible birds of prey.
As Newark Deals With Water Crisis, Another Look at Lead Levels in Chicago
Elevated lead levels in Flint, Michigan, and Newark, New Jersey, have made national news, causing growing concern over water safety in Chicago. Should residents be concerned about lead levels in Chicago’s water?
Amid Contract Negotiations, CPS Teachers Gear Up for New School Year
Teachers at Chicago Public Schools still have no contract deal with the Board of Education, and have repeatedly threatened to walk off the job. And another controversy is brewing within their ranks.
Chicago Police Recruits Test Their Acting Skills in Empathy Workshop
How a role-playing workshop hosted by Storycatchers Theatre is taking a new approach to improving the relationship between first responders and the communities they patrol.
With Business Community’s Help, CRED Fights Chicago Violence with Jobs
Solving the epidemic of gun violence in Chicago is an unrelenting challenge. We learn about CRED, a program that wants Chicago’s business community to see it as a problem it can – and should – help stem.
Joe Walsh Apologizes for Past and Attacks Trump
The former tea party Republican congressman wrote an op-ed in the New York Times calling for a primary challenger to take on President Donald Trump in 2020. Joe Walsh on his change of heart.
Democratic Slating for the State’s High Court
Leading Cook County Democrats on Friday will choose which candidates they’ll give a boost to in next year’s election. The focus Thursday: a rare election for a spot on the Illinois Supreme Court.
How Keanon Kyles’ Voice, Determination Led Him to Carnegie Hall
A local opera singer shares his journey through music, starting with the Chicago Children’s Choir.
Lone Star Tick Brings Heartland Virus to Illinois
Ticks are so good at transmitting potentially dangerous illnesses like Lyme disease that we’re wise to give them our attention now and then. And in Illinois, ticks are now carrying a relatively new disease called Heartland Virus.
Consultant’s Report Questions Economics of Chicago Casino Plan
After a Las Vegas consultant says proposed sites for a Chicago casino aren’t financially viable, will state lawmakers change their bets?
