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Stewardship Programs Get Boost From Nearly $1M in Illinois DNR Grants
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources has announced nearly $1 million in… Read More
Arts & Entertainment
First Chicago River Swim in Nearly 100 Years Set for This Weekend
The Chicago River Swim is an open water swim event organized by Douglas… Read More
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Professor T: The Perfect Murder
Adelaide's painting is vandalized, and the gallery owner is killed, but Jasper is distracted from the case by learning of the DNA test on him and the Dean.
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preview
Chicago Stories: Fall 2025
Five iconic tales will be told in a new season of WTTW's acclaimed documentary series.
stream
NOVA – Human: Origins
Where did humans come from, and what makes us unique? Discover the remarkable origins of Homo sapiens, and the crucial moments of innovation, communication, and ritual that set us on our path.
history
What Burns-ing Questions Do You Have for Ken Burns?
Let us know, and we’ll ask him when he’s in town in September ahead of the premiere of The American Revolution!
For parents
Fall Leaf Suncatcher
Capture the beauty of autumn by adding some handmade decor to your house.
Politics
Uncertainty for Chicago’s Venezuelan Community as Trump Administration Seeks to End Temporary Protected Status
Deportation protections were granted to Venezuelans in 2021 and 2023, and were originally set to expire in October 2026.
Food
How an Acclaimed Restaurant Group Feeds – and Contributes to the Performance of – the Chicago Fire
Providing food for a professional sports team, as The Publican's One Off Hospitality does for the Chicago Fire, involves much more than just sustenance.
Highlights
What to Watch on WTTW for Hispanic Heritage Month
Explore WTTW programming that celebrates the contributions of Latinos to history, culture, cuisine, and more.
Arts & Entertainment
First Chicago River Swim in Nearly 100 Years Set for This Weekend
Competitors will swim one or two miles, beginning at the Dearborn Street Bridge, heading west toward State Street, then looping back around west and finishing next to the Clark Street Bridge.
For parents
Creating an Inclusive Home and School Community
At the start of the new school year, Ms. Maria placed pictures of community helpers all around her classroom, taking care that they represented many different races and genders.
