Stories by Meredith Francis

In February, you can celebrate Black History Month with a variety of WTTW programming that explores the political, artistic, musical, and other contributions and experiences of Black Americans.

The new year kicked off with a busy month for local news in Chicago. Did you keep up with the headlines? Take our January news quiz to see how much you know.

Your favorite WTTW programs are going head-to-head for the annual Viewer’s Choice Bowl, and it’s up to you to decide the champion.

Take our year-end news quiz to see how much you know about the state and local news headlines from this year.

Ever wonder who keeps WTTW running, so that the latest Ken Burns documentary or America’s Test Kitchen beams straight into your home? Meet Craig Harrison, who recently joined WTTW as the new Vice President, Technology. 

We sat down with Geoffrey Baer to learn more about the making of A Celebration of Hanukkah and what viewers can look forward to.

In a nostalgic Chicago History Museum image Santa, the undeniable star of the show, waves to onlookers in a Christmas parade along State Street.

We’ve compiled some of our favorite baking recipes that we think would add a little something different to your holiday table this year, including twists on old classics and cookies galore.

A historic election. A high-profile state Supreme Court decision. A celebrity look-alike contest. It was just another month in Chicago. Did you keep up with the news? Take our November news quiz. 

The holidays are here, and WTTW is here to help get you in the festive spirit with a line-up of holiday programming.

Thanksgiving is right around the corner, so we're sharing some recipes that might be something a little different to add to your menu this year. 

Many light festivals kick off in mid-November and run through early January. Explore our round-up of light shows around Chicago.

November is Native American Heritage Month, and WTTW has programming that honors the history, culture, and traditions of Indigenous peoples.

Did you keep up with the headlines in Chicago and the rest of the state this month? Take our October news quiz to see how much you know.

As part of Chicago Stories: Amusement Parks, we asked our audience to share memories of the city’s amusement parks, and they delivered, focusing on Riverview Park in particular and the fond – and occasionally thrilling – moments from the bygone park.