Health
Chicago Has Passed Peak of Omicron Surge of COVID-19: Top Doc
Chicago's COVID-19 test positivity peaked at 19.6% on Jan. 1, Arwady said, and hit 12.6% on Tuesday, the lowest rate since Dec. 28, according to city data.
Drama
The Real History Behind Around the World in 80 Days
Around the World in 80 Days may be a work of fiction, but its characters move through a historical world filled with real people, technology, and places.
Recap & Stream
A New Around the World in 80 Days
In case you missed the third episode of the new Around the World in 80 Days starring David Tennant, you can catch up here!
Politics
Invasive Carp Barrier, Chicago Shoreline Protection Big Winners in Army Corps Funding Bonanza
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is flush with billions of dollars following passage of the bipartisan infrastructure bill. Some of those funds are being funneled toward critical projects in the Chicago region, the Corps announced Wednesday.
For parents
Teaching Social Skills to Preschoolers
Turns out, not all TV is bad for your kids. Research shows watching Daniel Tiger helps teach social skills to preschoolers. Empathy, recognizing emotions, and social confidence are part of what makes up “school readiness.”
Membership
Mysteries on Passport
Enjoy special access to an on-demand library of PBS mysteries. Stream full seasons of Endeavour, Unforgotten, Grantchester, and Frankie Drake Mysteries to any device and watch any time. New programs added daily and all you need to do is become a WTTW member at the $5 monthly level.
