Latino Voices

Thursdays at 5:30 pm

Latino Voices

Chicago Tonight: Latino Voices, June 27, 2024 - Full Show

A preview of tonight’s presidential debate showdown between Joe Biden and Donald Trump. Exploring the intersection of education and culture. And a new public art exhibit uncovers the history of an ancient civilization. Read more >

Latino Voices

New Book Explores the Intersection of Education and Culture. What Inspired ‘Rabbit on the Moon’

Elizabeth Alvarez appears on “Chicago Tonight: Latino Voices” on June 27, 2024. (WTTW News) Elizabeth Alvarez has dedicated her life to teaching, empowering students and breaking down educational disparities. Alvarez shares all of this and more in her new book “Rabbit on the Moon: Embracing My Mexican-American Identity.” Read more >

Black Voices

Wednesdays at 5:30 pm

Black Voices

Mental Health Advocates Work to Address Cultural Stigmas, Break Down Barriers to Care in Chicago

(Courtesy of Sista Afya) Some of the city’s most vulnerable populations are still facing barriers of access when it comes to receiving equitable health care. The Black community faces notable obstacles when it comes to addressing mental illness. Read more >

Black Voices

Chicago Tonight: Black Voices, June 26, 2024 - Full Show

Brandis Friedman (WTTW News) The death of a man incarcerated at Stateville prison has advocates asking questions. Mayor Brandon Johnson’s promises big advancements in mental health care access. And how even the slowest runners can embrace the sport.  Read more >

Latino Voices

Public Art Project Uncovers the History of an Ancient Mexican Civilization

The “Olmec Trails: Culture and Legacy” public art project will be on display in the Chicago area from June to October 2024. (WTTW News) Long before the Aztecs or the Maya, there were the Olmecs. Their people once lived along the southeast border of Mexico in what is now Veracruz; they are considered one of the most influential civilizations of Mesoamerica. Read more >

Latino Voices

Local Advocates React to Biden’s New Immigration Order Protecting Undocumented Spouses and Expediting Work Visas for ‘Dreamers’

President Joe Biden speaks on June 18, 2024. (CNN) For some local advocates who work on immigrations issues, the action is a welcome one. Read more >

Latino Voices

Chicago Tonight: Latino Voices, June 20, 2024 - Full Show

Alex Hernández (WTTW News) The president touts new protections for undocumented spouses and faster work visas for “Dreamers.” And how extreme heat is impacting working conditions.  Read more >

Latino Voices

As Temperatures Climb, Advocates Say People Working in Hot Warehouses or Laboring Outdoors Need More Protections

Factory workers. (Tiger Lily / Pexels) Advocates say a lack of regulation is leading to life-threatening conditions, but are working to educate workers about their rights. Read more >

Black Voices

Chicago Tonight: Black Voices, June 19, 2024 - Full Show

Brandis Friedman (WTTW News) A look at the Chicago’s efforts to launch a reparations program. And explore the racial disparities in building wealth. Read more >

Black Voices

White Sox Player Turned Artist Collaborates With Young Athletes to Create Special Juneteenth Shirt

A former Chicago White Sox second baseman turned artist is partnering with White Sox Charities for a one-of-a-kind Juneteenth collaboration. Micah Johnson worked with student athletes who are part of the Amateur City Elite program to design custom Juneteenth artwork Read more >

Black Voices

New Study Examining Chicago’s Economic and Racial Disparities Finds 72% of White Families Own Homes Compared to 34% of Black Families

Residents walk down a block in the Chatham community. (Provided by the Chicago Community Trust) According to the study, Black households have a median net wealth of zero dollars compared to $210,000 for White families, and Black families have the lowest estimated rate of home ownership at 34% compared to 72% for White households. Read more >

Black Voices

How One Group is Working to Attract More Black Ice Skaters Through Mentorship, Sponsorship and Fun

A skating session at Howard Park in South Bend, Indiana, with the Diversify Ice Fellowship and Foundation. (diversify_ice / Instagram) The Diversify Ice Fellowship and Foundation is now working to make skating more accessible and show what can be achieved through mentorship, sponsorship and fun. Read more >

Support for CHICAGO TONIGHT: LATINO VOICES is provided by Searle Funds at The Chicago Community Trust.

Additional support is provided by Lloyd A. Fry Foundation and Julian Grace Foundation.

Support for CHICAGO TONIGHT: BLACK VOICES is provided by Searle Funds at The Chicago Community Trust.

Additional support is provided by Lloyd A. Fry Foundation, Julian Grace Foundation, and Gertrude Dyane and James H. Wooten, Jr..

Join WTTW News every weekend for analysis and features on a wide range of topics, including arts and life, entrepreneurship and innovation, and equity and justice across the sectors of our society and in the Black and Latino communities in Chicago. Make the VOICES series your definitive source for real conversation and a platform for different voices and perspectives.

Latino Voices

Saturdays at 6 pm

Black Voices

Sundays at 6 pm

Latino Voices

Chicago Tonight: Latino Voices, June 27, 2024 - Full Show

A preview of tonight’s presidential debate showdown between Joe Biden and Donald Trump. Exploring the intersection of education and culture. And a new public art exhibit uncovers the history of an ancient civilization. Read more >

Black Voices

Mental Health Advocates Work to Address Cultural Stigmas, Break Down Barriers to Care in Chicago

(Courtesy of Sista Afya) Some of the city’s most vulnerable populations are still facing barriers of access when it comes to receiving equitable health care. The Black community faces notable obstacles when it comes to addressing mental illness. Read more >

Latino Voices

New Book Explores the Intersection of Education and Culture. What Inspired ‘Rabbit on the Moon’

Elizabeth Alvarez appears on “Chicago Tonight: Latino Voices” on June 27, 2024. (WTTW News) Elizabeth Alvarez has dedicated her life to teaching, empowering students and breaking down educational disparities. Alvarez shares all of this and more in her new book “Rabbit on the Moon: Embracing My Mexican-American Identity.” Read more >

Black Voices

Chicago Tonight: Black Voices, June 26, 2024 - Full Show

Brandis Friedman (WTTW News) The death of a man incarcerated at Stateville prison has advocates asking questions. Mayor Brandon Johnson’s promises big advancements in mental health care access. And how even the slowest runners can embrace the sport.  Read more >

Latino Voices

Public Art Project Uncovers the History of an Ancient Mexican Civilization

The “Olmec Trails: Culture and Legacy” public art project will be on display in the Chicago area from June to October 2024. (WTTW News) Long before the Aztecs or the Maya, there were the Olmecs. Their people once lived along the southeast border of Mexico in what is now Veracruz; they are considered one of the most influential civilizations of Mesoamerica. Read more >

Black Voices

Chicago Tonight: Black Voices, June 19, 2024 - Full Show

Brandis Friedman (WTTW News) A look at the Chicago’s efforts to launch a reparations program. And explore the racial disparities in building wealth. Read more >

Support for CHICAGO TONIGHT: LATINO VOICES is provided by Searle Funds at The Chicago Community Trust.

Additional support is provided by Lloyd A. Fry Foundation and Julian Grace Foundation.

Support for CHICAGO TONIGHT: BLACK VOICES is provided by Searle Funds at The Chicago Community Trust.

Additional support is provided by Lloyd A. Fry Foundation, Julian Grace Foundation, and Gertrude Dyane and James H. Wooten, Jr..