“We are looking at issues that have been covered for a long time, but we’re looking at them at the root. We’re seeing people as complex people that control their own stories, and that’s really important,” City Bureau senior reporter Sarah Conway said.
Stories by Shelby Hawkins
Chicago Journalists Say Pulitzer Prize-Winning Reporting on City’s Communities is a ‘Paradigm Shift’
As the 2024 WNBA Season Tips Off, What to Expect From the Chicago Sky This Year
The Chicago Sky looks different this year with brand new leadership and players on the roster including Angel Reese and Kamilla Cardoso.
New DCFS Director Shares Vision for Troubled Agency: ‘It Requires Collaboration’
Heidi Mueller was appointed director of the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services by Gov. J.B. Pritzker in February. She is the 13th director in 14 years.
Chicago’s First Chief Homelessness Officer Begins Work on Long-Term Plan, Immediate Problems
Chicago native Sendy L. Soto became the city’s first chief homelessness officer. Part of her new role will be to devise a five-year plan to end homelessness.
Chaz Ebert Encourages Universal Love, Vulnerability in New Book ‘It’s Time to Give a FECK’
In her new book, “It’s Time to Give a FECK: Elevating Humanity Through Forgiveness, Empathy, Compassion, and Kindness,” Chaz Ebert shares personal anecdotes and stories of awe-inspiring individuals.
New Chicago Bears Stadium Plans Met With Mixed Reviews as Analysts Question True Cost to Taxpayers
Last week’s announcement of a proposed new domed, lakeside stadium brought with it more questions. Namely, the price tag.
Judge Approves $12.25M Settlement Over Botched Little Village Smokestack Implosion
“At the end of the day, it’s about respect for this community — the immigrant, Mexican community of Little Village, and it’s about justice,” attorney Scott Rauscher said.
Would You Swim in the Chicago River? Navigating Safety Concerns Ahead of Open Water Swim Event
The nonprofit A Long Swim is planning an open water swim event in the Chicago River this fall. Proceeds will support ALS research and Learn to Swim, a program that teaches children in underserved communities how to swim.
‘Shame of Chicago, Shame of the Nation’ Delves Into Chicago’s History of Segregated Housing
The new docuseries uses firsthand accounts, archival footage and animation to better explain complex practices like redlining and blockbusting, and how Black families were systemically barred from homeownership.
Cook County Event Aims to Provide Resources, Support to Families and Friends of Missing Persons
The Cook County Medical Examiner’s office is hosting its fourth Missing Persons Day on Saturday as a way to provide support and resources for the loved ones of missing persons.
