Spotlight Politics: Politicians Hit Illinois State Fair
Democrats take the stage for Governor’s Day at the state fair in Springfield. Our politics team tackles the 2020 election and more in our weekly roundtable.
A Look at Immigration Status in the Workplace
Amid workplace raids, what responsibilities do employers have to verify immigration status? And what rights do workers have?
Cook County Circuit Court Clerk Dorothy Brown Won’t Seek Re-Election
Long the subject of federal scrutiny, Cook County Circuit Court Clerk Dorothy Brown explains why she will not seek re-election.
Keya Trammell Was Bullied for Alopecia. Now She is Bald and Proud.
Sometimes, the very thing that brings a person the most trouble in life can become a source of joy and inspiration. Meet local singer – and mentor – Keya Trammell.
Witness Describes Moments Leading to Chicago Officer’s Fatal Shooting
After a night out with friends in River North, off-duty Chicago police Officer John Rivera apparently realized a dangerous situation was unfolding. Moments later, the 23-year-old was fatally shot inside his vehicle.
Chicago Casino Study: Taxes Too High to Be Profitable
An onerous tax structure would virtually kill any chance that a Chicago casino operator could make a profit, despite an ability to make massive amounts of money, according to a newly released feasibility study.
New Asian Carp Study Reaffirms Need to Protect Great Lakes
Asian carp will certainly survive and most likely thrive if they are able to make their way into Lake Michigan, according to a study released Monday by the University of Michigan.
Southwest Side Bungalow Provides Shelter from Street Violence
A group of young men have chosen to escape street violence by living together in an innovative safe house. We discuss the program with the two Chicagoans who started it: Liz Dozier and Rami Nashashibi.
Multimillion-Dollar Art Collection Sparks Creative Thinking at Suburban School
We visit the newly upgraded Nettie McKinnon Gallery inside in Park Junior High School in La Grange Park.
Study Finds Americans Are Sitting Too Much, Not Exercising Enough
In the decade since federal exercise guidelines were first introduced, a study finds that adult exercise rates have essentially remained flat, while time spent sitting is on the rise.
‘Hamilton’ Exhibition Brings 18th Century Life into 2019 Reality
Peek inside the soon-to-close, 25,000-square-foot “Hamilton” exhibition on Northerly Island and hear from the man who brought Alexander Hamilton back to life: Lin-Manuel Miranda.
Illinois Health Officials Report Hospitalizations Linked to Vaping
Six people in Illinois have reported severe breathing problems after vaping. The Illinois Department of Public Health is now investigating these cases and five others, all reported since just May.
DJ Booth at 95th Red Line Station Offers More Than Free Music
“Music is unifying.” That’s according to a local DJ who spends her Monday mornings bringing music to the corridors of the newly remodeled CTA 95th Red Line station. We go for a look – and a listen.
