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Federal Judge Orders ICE to Take Down ‘Illegal’ Fence at Broadview Facility
A federal judge has ordered U.S. immigration officials to remove an 8-foot… Read More

Politics
Federal Judge Temporarily Blocks National Guard Deployment in Chicago Area
A federal judge is set to decide Thursday whether to block President Donald… Read More

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Chicago Stories: Rod Blagojevich
Rod Blagojevich used his many gifts to be elected governor of Illinois. But poor decisions fueled by greed and ambition led to his shocking downfall. Follow “Blago’s” trajectory from triumph to disgrace to incarceration to his attempts to rise again.
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“Someone is Deliberately Killing Your Hometown Paper”
New documentary examines the decline of local newspapers, including the Chicago Tribune.
food
Navigating a Confusing Food Landscape
Kitchen Curious with Vivian Howard sets out to answer questions like those and help the average person in the business of feeding themselves day in and day out.
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.
For Parents
Explore Nature With These Fun Fall Activities
Enjoy outdoor fun with these tech-free ways to make family memories this fall.

Politics
Pope Meets With Chicago Union Leaders, Urges Migrant Welcome as Crackdown Underway in Hometown
“While recognizing that appropriate policies are necessary to keep communities safe, I encourage you to continue to advocate for society to respect the human dignity of the most vulnerable,” Pope Leo XIV said.

Food
Vivian Howard Makes a Cooking Show for the Everyday Person Navigating a Confusing Food Landscape
Is fat bad for you? Is whole wheat pasta better? Kitchen Curious with Vivian Howard sets out to answer questions like those and help the average person in the business of feeding themselves day in and day out.

Chicago Stories
The Four Illinois Governors Who Spent Time in Prison
Headline-making political corruption has spanned decades in Illinois, and with it has come the downfall of several political leaders – including four governors who served time in prison.

Science & Nature
Has Your Tree Sprouted Warts? The Cause Is Absolutely Gall-ing
Ever seen a tree that looks like its leaves have sprouted warts or are suffering from a really bad rash? Welcome to the wild, wonderful world of plant oddities known as galls.

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!