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Appeals Court Rules Border Patrol Chief Greg Bovino Does Not Have to Check In Every Day With Federal Judge
U.S. District Court Judge Sara Ellis had ordered Border Patrol chief Greg… Read More
Crime & Law
Detainees at Broadview ICE Facility Denied Access to Legal Counsel, New Lawsuit Alleges
The suit, brought on behalf of Broadview detainees by the MacArthur Justice… Read More
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Maigret On Masterpiece: Maigret Comes Home, Pt 1
A student is stabbed to death in the street. As Maigret and Cavre disagree over the killer's motives, Maigret digs into the killer's psychology and tries to provoke him into making contact. But a sudden call leaves him facing an impossible decision.
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What to Watch in November
Ken Burns takes on The American Revolution, Michael Caine and Glenda Jackson, and Frontline goes to Germany, Ecuador, and Ukraine.
Chicago Stories
Revisit the Magic of Christmas at Marshall Field’s
The experience of Marshall Field’s at Christmastime always began on the street.
culture
What to Watch on WTTW for Native American Heritage Month
November is Native American Heritage Month, and WTTW has programming that honors the history, culture, and traditions of Indigenous peoples.
For parents
7 Fun Photo Ideas to Try With Your Family
Everyone has a unique point of view about what makes their family and community special.
Politics
Health Insurance Costs Could Soar If Congress Doesn’t Extend Subsidies. Here’s What to Know
Monthly premiums for 2026 plans are expected to be higher for those enrolling in ACA exchange plans because COVID-era subsidies are expiring.
Food
Chicago is Making a Play for Bagel Supremacy, As Two More Spots Open Brick-and-Mortar Locations
Zeitlin's Delicatessen and Rosca are opening brick-and-mortar locations on back-to-back days in November, the latest in Chicago's bagel boom.
Highlights
What to Watch in November
Ken Burns takes on The American Revolution, Michael Caine and Glenda Jackson star in their final roles, and Frontline goes to Germany, Ecuador, and Ukraine.
Arts & Entertainment
Pilsen Museum Celebrates Día de los Muertos With Vibrant Artwork, Community Ofrenda
El Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is a tradition that dates back centuries. The Mexican holiday honors deceased loved ones by creating altars and sharing memories.
For parents
"Sometimes You Want to be Alone:" Giving Preschoolers Alone Time
I will never forget the Saturday morning when my four-year-old came home after his first t-ball practice. When I asked him about it, he began to sing: “Mad, mad, mad. It helps to say I’m mad.” Followed by, “Sometimes you want to be alone.”
