Stories by Meredith Francis

Here’s a quick guide to the popular, Chicago-set show The Bear, ahead of the season 4 premiere on June 25.

For generations of children, PBS Kids taught us to read, to explore, to share, and to be kind. Revisit some of the classic PBS Kids shows that weren’t just educational, but inspirational – and certainly unforgettable. 

There’s a new Chicago-style pope, plus news on vacant house and senate seats. Take our news quiz to test your knowledge of the headlines.

Chicago summer –  and all the food festivals that come with it – is finally in full swing. 

June is LGBTQ+ Pride Month, and you can enjoy a diverse slate of WTTW programming of stories of identity, acceptance, struggle, and art throughout the month.

The annual National Memorial Day Concert returns to PBS on Sunday, May 25 for its 36th year. We've got a list of this year's performers.

Starting later this year, Sesame Street will be available to watch on both PBS and Netflix on the same day.

On May 30, 1937, a peaceful labor protest on Chicago's East Side turned violent when police opened fire on the unarmed protestors, their families, and other supporters.

Community-supported agriculture, or CSA, is one way to get balanced foods straight from the source, with the added benefit of helping local farmers.

Explore our 2025 guide to farmers markets in Chicago and in the suburbs. 

Summer is almost here, Chicago. That means food festivals have returned. 

Did you keep up with local and state news this month? Take our monthly news quiz. 

This May, Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with a series of engaging programming on WTTW. 

For nearly a decade, contemporary artist Lincoln Schatz has captured the landscape of Lake Michigan, its many seasons, and its changing nature.

Take our March news quiz now to test your knowledge of headlines across Chicago and the rest of the state this month.