Politics

Chicago Officials Evict Just 3 Migrants From City Shelters, as Uncertainty Continues

Twenty-seven people were allowed to stay after they presented evidence that... Read More

Crime & Law

Police Pursuits Cost Chicago Taxpayers $51.4M From 2019 to 2023 as Toll is Set to Nearly Double: Analysis

The Chicago City Council is set to consider paying $45 million to resolve a... Read More

Paris Schutz and Brandis Friedman

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WTTW News Illinois Primary Election Coverage

WTTW News provides analysis and results of the Illinois Primary Elections. Hosted by Brandis Friedman and Paris Schutz.

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Nolly Recap: Episode 1

Nolly has been the star of a popular soap opera for years when she suddenly learns she is to be fired.

Helena Bonham Carter

WTTW Food

Love It or Hate It, Cincinnati Chili Is Coming to Chicago

After steering Atelier to a Michelin star in its first year, Christian Hunter is opening a Cincinnati chili parlor.

After steering Atelier to a Michelin star in its first year, Christian Hunter is opening a Cincinnati chili parlor. Credit: Lauren Kinkade

Firsthand Talks

Tiny Homes, Big Solutions

Tracy Baim examines the use of tiny homes one possible solution to homelessness and the affordable housing crisis.

Tracy Baim

For parents

Make Your Own DIY Time Machine

Encourage your child's imagination by building your own cardboard time machine.

DIY Time Machine
A fenced and barb-wired walkway leading up to Stateville Prison

Crime & Law

Pritzker Announces $900M Plan to Demolish, Rebuild Stateville and Logan Prisons

An independent report identified Illinois’ Stateville and Logan prisons as outdated and in need of costly repairs.

A pebbled plate with an artfully plated dish featuring a flower

Food

What Does It Take to Get Three Michelin Stars?

Three Michelin stars is one of the restaurant industry's highest honors. Chicago's Smyth became one of thirteen restaurants in the United States to get the award in November.

Kimberly stands on a sidewalk in front of some houses

Firsthand

Kimberly's Story

21-year-old Kimberly and her toddler daughter found themselves in Chicago with nowhere to go. Kimberly found help with the assistance of a Chicago transitional housing organization. 

Window advertisements for Sisters in Cinema

Arts & Entertainment

Sisters in Cinema Celebrates Visibility and Representation in Filmmaking at New South Shore Media Center

A nonprofit celebrating the work of Black women and gender-nonconforming media makers opened its doors Friday. The Sisters in Cinema Media Arts Center, 2310 E. 75th St., will offer screenings and workshops to the community.

Luna and friends.

for kids

A Walk Around the Block Can Be a Grand Adventure

When I was 11, my grandmother and I flew halfway around the world to visit my aunt and uncle, who were teaching in the coastal city of Izmir, Turkey.

Chicago Riverwalk

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Congratulations to our Winners!

Abelardo from Berwyn won over 10 great adventures from the Forest Preserves of Cook County, and Gary from Chicago received a downtown getaway! Thank you to everyone who contributed to our Spring Membership Drive. Be on the lookout for more great opportunities in our Summer Drive. 

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