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Judges Weigh Trump Appeal After Lawsuit Seeking to Overturn, Illinois, Chicago Sanctuary Policies Previously Tossed Out
A federal appeals court will decide whether to revive a lawsuit brought by… Read More
Business
As Organizations Help Chicagoans Navigate High Cost of Living, New Survey Finds 43% of Residents Just Getting By
A new ChicagoSpeaks survey conducted by NORC at the University of Chicago… Read More
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Chicago Stories: World's Fair of 1893
A mere two decades after a devastating fire leveled much of the city, Chicago prevailed in a fierce competition to host a global event: The World’s Columbian Exposition, marking 400 years since Christopher Columbus discovered America. This episode journeys back to that magical “White City” – exploring the immense challenges in building it and the physical toll the process took on its creators, its stunning exhibits and many innovations that are still a part of our daily lives, the racial and economic inequities that informed it, and the twisted machinations of a ruthless swindler and serial killer who operated on its outskirts.
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Native American Heritage Month: 10 Things to Watch
This year features new programs on topics including food sustainability, an unsolved murder, the fight for an independent tribal press, and more.
Chicago Stories
Who Was H.H. Holmes?
The World's Fair of 1893: H.H. Holmes moves to Chicago, and a young woman later goes missing.
food
You Can Thank the Midwest for Your Favorite Holiday Ingredients
Illinois produces the vast majority of the canned pumpkin in the U.S.
For parents
Helping Your Child Make New Friends
Try these three ideas to help your child connect with others and form new friendships.
Politics
2026 General Election Voter Guide
WTTW News’ Voter Guide is your one-stop shop for everything you need to know before voting in the 2026 Illinois general election with information on statewide, Cook County and Chicago races.
Food
Taxi and Rideshare Drivers Gather for a Taste of Home at Mogadishu Restaurant – With a Side of Banana
The Somali restaurant near downtown offers working drivers a place to gather, speak their language, and enjoy a taste of home in between fares.
Chicago Stories
The Iconic Toys and Games Created in Chicago
For more than a century, Chicago has shaped the way generations of children have played, from simple wooden construction sets and little red wagons to clever board games and talking toys.
Business
As Organizations Help Chicagoans Navigate High Cost of Living, New Survey Finds 43% of Residents Just Getting By
A new ChicagoSpeaks survey conducted by NORC at the University of Chicago offers insight into Chicagoans’ financial pressures, concerns of job loss and the inability to pay bills, along with the role of federal safety net programs like SNAP and Medicaid.
For parents
4 Things to Do When Your Child Is Worried
The anxiety that children experience in most cases is normal and common. Even so, worry can be confusing and scary for young children. When kids feel worried, adults may want to distract them from or fix these hard feelings. But understanding and coping with worry are important skills for children to learn — and as grown-ups, we can help them.
