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Nurses at Saint Mary of Nazareth Hospital Hold 1-Day Strike to Protest Firings, ‘Retaliation’ for Union Organizing
Nurses at Saint Mary of Nazareth Hospital rallied outside the hospital Thursday… Read More
Crime & Law
Pay 2 Women Injured by Driver Being Chased by Police $650K, City Lawyers Recommend
Since January 2025, Chicago taxpayers spent at least $103.1 million to resolve… Read More
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10 Streets that Changed America
Streets are the main arteries of our societies: the Infrastructure around which communities are created, economic and social systems are organized, and new possibilities are unlocked. The modes of transportation streets are made to accommodate, the way they are designed, and the places they lead us to make lasting statements about our values and our hopes for the future. We invite you to learn the history of Ten Streets that Changed America, the people who designed and built them, and the ways that the ideas they embody continue to shape our communities and our lives.
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For parents
20 New Ideas and Activities to Try This Summer
The greatest part of summer has always been the opportunity to freely play and learn as a family.
Sports
As Mexico City Prepares to Host World Cup, Residents Say Construction Is Taking a Toll
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has framed the upcoming World Cup as a defining moment for the nation. She is pledging that the tournament will inject billions of dollars into the economy.
History
Soldier Field Was Home to World Cup Games and the Opening Ceremony the Last Time the U.S. Hosted the Tournament
Chicago's Soldier Field hosted the opening ceremony and five games the last time the U.S. had the FIFA World Cup, in 1994.
Food
A 2026 Guide to Community-Supported Agriculture in Chicago
Community-supported agriculture, or CSAs, offers allows customers to get balanced foods directly from farmers. Here's a guide to CSAs serving the Chicago area.
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WTTW News Explains: How Does Chicago’s Grid Street System Work?
How exactly are streets organized in Chicago? WTTW News gives you a guided tour of the grid system that organizes the city’s streets and addresses.
For parents
Learn and Play with Water
Enjoying bath time can be hit or miss, but playing with water is a fun activity for most children. Water play is a sensory activity, allowing children to learn through their senses, which can also be a calming process for some children.
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