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National Guard Troops Have Arrived in Illinois. What’s Their Directive and Where Might They Be Deployed?
National Guard troops arrived in Illinois as part of an unprecedented… Read More
Crime & Law
Donald Trump Says Brandon Johnson, JB Pritzker ‘Should Be in Jail’ Over Chicago Police Response to ICE Protests
Trump’s comments, posted to his social media platform, came a day after 200… Read More
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Big Cats 24/7: Succession
A new generation of big cats rises in the Okavango Delta. First-time lion mum Serami protects her cubs while Mathata steps up to feed the pride. Pobe and Bo return, and as Lediba's cub grows in confidence, she vanishes.
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Chicago Stories
She Lost Her Father, Aunt, and Uncle in the Tylenol Murders.
Decades later, Kasia Janus focuses on healing.
Food
Pequod’s Is a Favorite for Chicago-Style Pizza
Pequod’s Pizza has been named the best pizza in America on Yelp and appeared on The Bear.
Chicago Stories
The Reporters Who Followed the Tylenol Murders Over Decades
“This story was driven by television news" – Chuck Goudie
For Parents
Explore Nature With These Fun Fall Activities
Enjoy outdoor fun with these tech-free ways to make family memories this fall.
Politics
‘We’re in Limbo’: Chicago’s Federal Workers Talk Government Shutdown, Working Without Pay
The federal government entered its sixth day of a shutdown Tuesday, leaving hundreds of thousands of employees furloughed.
Food
A New Book Celebrates Chicago's Residential Architecture
Chicago is known for its influential skyscrapers, but a new book argues that its homes are equally worth noticing and celebrating.
Drama and Mystery
The Gold Dramatizes the Largest Heist in History, at the Time
When a gang of robbers accidentally find £26 million in gold, they have to figure out how to sell it without notice, while detectives are on their tail.
Politics
FAQ: A Look at the National Guard’s Role as Trump Seeks to Deploy Troops in Chicago
President Donald Trump’s efforts to send National Guard troops into U.S. cities over the objections of Democratic mayors and governors have prompted a host of questions about the president’s authority and who controls the Guard.
For parents
Celebrating Fall
Welcome, fall! The autumn season gives us a great excuse to help our children re-explore their neighborhoods using all their senses. On a family walk, talk about different smells in the air or how the temperature feels cooler than it did in the summer. Encourage young children to explore the colors and shapes of leaves. Pick up some leaves, sticks, rocks, and other nature finds along the way — you can use them for multiple art projects!
