Politics
Ethics Board Clears Lightfoot’s Use of City Vehicles, Aides, Security Detail on Campaign Trail
The unanimous advisory opinion issued Monday and signed by Chair William Conlon represents the first time the board has addressed the issues that surround the decision by an incumbent mayor to run for re-election.
Food
A Brownie Recipe From a Chicago Baker Featuring an Unusual Grain
The James Beard Award-winning baker Greg Wade recently opened a public-facing Publican Quality Bread and will soon release a cookbook. Try a recipe from it now.
Stream
Masterpieces Await You
WTTW Passport members can stream shows like World on Fire any time, anywhere, via the PBS app.
Education
Through Unique Program, Men in Prison Overcome Challenges to Earn Degrees from Northwestern University
While many schools will offer classes for credit to prison inmates, Northwestern University says its the only top 10 school that grants degrees to prisoners. And next spring, students at Stateville Correctional Center, a maximum-security prison in Will County, will be the first to receive their bachelor's degrees from Northwestern while in prison.
For parents
How to Prepare Your Child for a New School
This year my son will go from the preschool he’s known his entire life to kindergarten at a new elementary school. Months ago, he was excited. But as the reality set in, he became nervous and scared. Whether your child is changing schools, getting a new teacher, or simply switching from a summer routine to a school year routine, school changes can bring out a lot of emotions for both of you! Here are 10 ways to make the school transition a good one:
Membership
Geoffrey Baer's Vintage CTA Railcar Tour
You're invited to ride beautifully refurbished 1923 train cars and hear city stories as only Geoffrey Baer can tell them. Jump on a vintage 'L' car, ride high above the street, and share your love of Chicago history with Geoffrey! Choose from two tour times on October 23. Have fun rolling on the rails as a member of WTTW! Tickets are limited. Get yours now!
