Politics
Migrants Bused From Texas Arriving Without Basic Necessities, Local Aid Organizations Say
Chicago officials say 81 more migrants arrived in town on a bus from Texas during the day Wednesday. City officials say more than 1,500 total migrants have arrived in recent weeks from Texas with more expected Wednesday evening.
Architecture
10 Latino Architects Whose Work Can Be Found Around Chicago
In a year where two icons of Chicago's Latino community became official landmarks, explore other works by architects of Latin American descent that can be found in and around Chicago.
Society
Five Ideas That Can Change the Conversation About Poverty
As part of WTTW's FIRSTHAND: Living in Poverty, five experts offer their take on issues related to poverty. Here are some takeaways.
Business
The Illinois Marijuana Industry Was Supposed to Bring Equity. Advocates Say Those Promises Are Falling Short
Illinois was supposed to be the national model when government leaders pledged they’d use the 2020 legalization of marijuana to right the wrongs of the war on drugs that disproportionately harmed Black and Latino communities. Nearly three years later, those poised to benefit say they’re still stymied.
for kids
13 Children’s Books for Celebrating Fall
Cooler weather, pumpkins, colorful leaves everywhere. A new season has arrived, and it’s my favorite! When fall comes around, my kids and I like to play in piles of leaves, go to the pumpkin patch, and get ready for a new school year. As we say goodbye to summer, let’s share the wonders of autumn with these 13 fall-themed children’s books.
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