We celebrate the career of Elizabeth Brackett with journalists who worked alongside her at WTTW: retired “Chicago Tonight” correspondent Rich Samuels, along with Carol Marin, Phil Ponce and Paris Schutz.
Stories by Eddie Arruza
Broadway Actor Len Cariou Reminisces About Sondheim, ‘Sweeney Todd’
The legendary Broadway actor brings his one-man show “Broadway and the Bard” to Chicago. Len Cariou joins us in discussion.
Karen Lewis Undergoes Brain Surgery, Source Says
Chicago Teachers Union President Karen Lewis reportedly told friends “the cancer is back” before undergoing surgery Wednesday.
‘Race’ Exhibition Challenges Visitors to Rethink the Concept
What does race mean to you? An exhibit at the Chicago History Museum asks visitors to consider how much we focus on race every day, whether we realize it or not.
Shedd Aquarium’s New Exhibit is All About Beauty
If, as they say, beauty is in the eye of the beholder, the beholder is given a lot to admire at the Shedd Aquarium’s newest exhibit, “Underwater Beauty.” We get a preview.
‘Chasing New Horizons’ the Untold Drama Behind Pluto Mission
Meet the authors of a new tell-all book that reveals the incredible story behind the little spacecraft that was the first to explore Pluto.
Women-Only Coworking Spaces Get Red-Carpet Welcome in Chicago
An organization in New York City that doesn’t allow men is under investigation for discrimination. But in Chicago, women-only coworking spaces are on the rise.
Harvard Scientist: Climate Change May Be Worse Than We Think
“While climate change may not yet have had its huge impact on biodiversity, just wait,” says Harvard professor Daniel Schrag. “What’s coming is really extraordinary.”
Conservative Author David Frum on the US as a ‘Trumpocracy’
Prominent conservative author and commentator David Frum talks about his new best-selling book “Trumpocracy: The Corruption of The American Republic.”
Newly Rediscovered Historic House in Wilmette Faces Uncertain Future
An historic house from the 1933 Century of Progress is among the buildings on Landmarks Illinois 2018 most endangered list. We revisit our tour of the long-forgotten house.
Adler Planetarium Opens Vault, Reveals Astronomical Treasures
From Chicago’s first major telescope, to the most sophisticated scientific instrument of the 12th century, a look at some seen and unseen treasures at the Adler Planetarium.
Apollo 8 Astronauts Recount Historic Mission at ‘Rocket Men’ Book Launch
The Apollo 8 astronauts reunite in Chicago as a new book by local author Robert Kurson celebrates the historic first human flight to the moon.
Election Officials: Early Voting Sets Record, Andrea Raila on Ballot
A record-setting early voting period did not extend through primary election day. A look at voter turnout in Chicago and the suburbs.
Early Voting Surges in Chicago and Suburban Cook County
The Chicago Board of Elections says nearly 86,000 city residents cast ballots between Feb. 21 and March 18, surpassing the number of early voters in the 2010 and 2014 midterm primary elections combined.
Kate Baldwin Celebrates Leonard Bernstein at Lyric Opera
Lyric Opera of Chicago marks the 100th birthday of Leonard Bernstein with a special concert this weekend featuring among others, the Broadway star, Tony Award nominee and Evanston native who joins us.
Assessor’s Office Officials in Hot Seat Over ‘Regressive’ System
After a highly critical independent report finds Cook County property taxes punish the poor, officials from the assessor’s office are put in the hot seat.
Flipping Out in Chicago on National Pancake Day
Chicago eateries are ready to sate your sweet tooth on National Pancake Day – and any other day of the year. Learn how some of the city’s artisan cakes are made, and get recipes for your own DIY batch.
Newly Rediscovered Historic House in Wilmette Faces Uncertain Future
On a street where homes sell for well over $1 million, one house has been hiding in plain sight for decades. It has been a welcome surprise to preservationists, but not to the developer who now owns it.
Rare Triple Lunar Treat Includes Eclipse, Blood Moon
If the skies over Chicago cooperate over the next 12 hours, the moon will offer a very rare triple feature.
Courtroom Artist Tom Gianni Has His Day in a Gallery Exhibition
Away from the courtroom, local artist Tom Gianni employs his talents in far different and impressive ways. We explore his solo show, “Art that Works for a Living.”
Local Soprano Janai Brugger Makes Lyric Opera Debut
She is taking the opera world by storm, and she’s here to show us why. Janai Brugger of Darien joins us in conversation and performance.
Bannon Slams Trump: Republicans React to Claims of West Wing Chaos
An explosive new book pits President Donald Trump against former adviser Steve Bannon. Local Republicans assess the turmoil in Washington.
In Maria’s Wake, Young Puerto Rican Family Now Calls Chicago Home
It’s been three months since Hurricane Maria dealt a devastating blow to Puerto Rico, and the U.S. territory is still struggling. How one young mother and her sons are restarting their lives in Chicago.
Tenor Stefano La Colla Makes American Debut in Lyric’s ‘Turandot’
The up-and-coming Italian tenor is already being compared to the legendary Luciano Pavarotti. Stefano La Colla joins us in conversation and performance.
The Nuclear Age at 75: Remembering Chicago’s Role
The nuclear age was triggered in Chicago 75 years ago this week. We remember that fateful day, the man behind it and the lingering implications.
