Crime & Law

2 Innovations High School Students Killed in Afternoon Loop Shooting: Police

Two teen boys were fatally shot as they left their high school Friday... Read More

Crime & Law

Despite ‘Lack of Progress’ Toward Consent Decree, IDOC Awards New $4B Contract to Same Private Health Care Provider

The Illinois Department of Corrections has awarded a new contract to the... Read More

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Coming up

Christopher Kimball's Milk Street Television: Scones, Doughnuts and Banana Bread

We show you three baking recipes ideal for a weekend breakfast. First, Christopher Kimball and Milk Street Cook Bianca Borges make richly flavored Neapolitan Salami-Provolone Buns. Then, Milk Street Cook Matthew Card bakes Banana Hazelnut Bread with a moist and tender crumb. To finish, Milk Street Cook Rose Hattabaugh prepares light and lemony Cinnamon Sugar Yogurt Doughnuts.

WTTW Food

Chicago Restaurant Week: 25 New Restaurants to Try

Chicago Restaurant Week runs from January 19 through February 4.

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Latino Voices

La Josie Serving Up Modern Mexican Fare for Chicago Restaurant Week

WTTW News stopped by La Josie in the West Loop. They're serving up a modern take on traditional Mexican cuisine.

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WTTW Food

Chicago's Semifinalists for the 2024 James Beard Awards

Seventeen Chicago restaurants, chefs, and bakers are among the semifinalists, the most in several years.

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For parents

Make a Plan! How to Help When Your Child Is Anxious

I often tell my daughter, “You can do hard things!”

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Arts & Entertainment

La Josie Serving Up Modern Mexican Fare for Chicago Restaurant Week

Chicago Restaurant Week is dishing out examples of the city’s diverse and delicious culinary scene. The 17-day celebration invites diners to get out and try new eateries, with specialized menus at more than 400 restaurants across the city.

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History

Chicago’s History as a Center for Pinball

Chicago has a long history as the center of pinball manufacturing. Zachary Sharpe, who works at Stern Pinball and comes from a decorated, competitive pinball family, talks about the game's history in the city and why it's still loved today.

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Highlights

A Guide to Valentine's Day Events in Chicago

Whether you plan to spend the day with your partner, your family, or your friends, we've got a list of starter ideas for celebrating Valentine's Day in Chicago this year.

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Education

Nonprofit Started by High School Student From Wilmette Aims to Teach Young Girls STEM Skills, Confidence Through Figure Skating

SKATE for Girls, or Solving Kinesthetically and Transforming Education for Girls, aims to increase young girls’ interest in STEM fields and make figure skating more accessible.

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For parents

8 Playdate Ideas for Preschoolers

My kids love having their friends over for a playdate! As a parent, sometimes the planning and logistics can get challenging. But the fun, learning, and friendship that comes from the playdate is always worth it. 

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Join the WTTW Kids Club

Benefits for this special membership level include, a Kids Club Birthday Card from your child’s favorite WTTW Kids character, a WTTW Kids Club Card that gives you access to special discounts, events, and more!

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