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Number of Unhoused Chicagoans Dropped 60% But Remains at All-Time High, Survey Found
In spite of that apparent progress, more people were unhoused in Chicago in… Read More
Politics
Senate Passes Trump’s $9 Billion in Spending Cuts to Public Broadcasting, Foreign Aid
The legislation, which now moves to the House, would have a tiny impact on the… Read More
tonight
Roosevelts: An Intimate History – The Fire of Life (1910-1919)
Theodore Roosevelt leads a Progressive crusade that splits his own party, undertakes a deadly expedition into the South American jungle, campaigns for American entry into World War I - and pays a terrible personal price. Franklin masters wartime Washington as Assistant Secretary of the Navy, while Eleanor finds personal salvation in war work. Her discovery of Franklin's romance with another woman transforms their marriage into a largely political partnership. TR's death at 60 is almost universally mourned, but provides Franklin with a golden opportunity.
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food
Marcella Hazan Changed How Americans Cook
She helped introduce balsamic vinegar, sun-dried tomatoes, extra virgin olive oil, and numerous delectable dishes to America despite not being able to write in English.
stream
Frontline: Syria After Assad
Frontline examines Syria’s uncertain future under jihadist-turned-statesman Ahmad al-Sharaa.
culture
A Remembrance of Influential Architect Léon Krier
Léon Krier was an influential architect and theorist who rejected modernism in favor of classical architecture and traditional urban layouts.
For parents
How to Talk to Children About Politics
Talking with children about voting, politics, and civic engagement can feel overwhelming.
Politics
Vote Blocked on Plan to Legalize Coach Houses, Granny Flats Across Chicago
The City Council’s Zoning Committee voted 13-7 to send the proposal to the full City Council for a final vote, where Alds. Marty Quinn (13th Ward) and Greg Mitchell (7th Ward) used a parliamentary procedure to block a vote until the City Council’s next meeting.
Food
A Giardiniera Recipe from a Cookbook Author, TikTok Star, and Chicago Native Homesick for the Classic Condiment
Hailee Catalano grew up eating Italian beefs and giardiniera, and was disappointed at the lack of Chicago-style giardiniera outside the city.
Nature
From Stinky to Creepy, These are the Invasive Species That Have Disrupted Lake Michigan’s Ecology
Alewives, sea lampreys, zebra and quagga mussels, and the looming threat of invasive carp: they all threaten the Great Lakes.
Arts & Entertainment
From an ‘Amélie’ Musical to Arthur the Aardvark, Here Are 7 Picks for Local Arts Events
In this week’s diverse set of picks, none of the things are much like the others — except that every choice is a chance to flex and learn.
For parents
How to Make Geography Part of Your Child's World
The most valuable piece of art in our house is a cheap, colorful map of the United States that hangs above our kitchen table. As a learning tool, it's priceless. Over the years, we've used that map to play geography games and dream about future travels.
