The Chicago Tribune architecture critic points out what he sees as the shortcomings of Cityfront Center in Streeterville.
Stories by evan garcia
Blair Kamin: Cityfront Center Development is ‘Mediocre,’ ‘Underachieving’
Oct 22, 2018 | Evan Garcia
Neil deGrasse Tyson Explores ‘Unspoken Alliance’ Between Space Exploration, Military Might
Oct 18, 2018 | Evan Garcia
The evolving and often parallel relationship between scientific and military minds is the focus of a new book from astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson: “Accessory to War: The Unspoken Alliance Between Astrophysics and the Military.”
Duck Hunting in Chicago? Yep, at City’s Only State Park
Oct 18, 2018 | Evan Garcia
For 70 years, hunters have been shooting waterfowl at Wolf Lake on the city’s Far South Side. It is the only state park within city limits, and one of the only places to hunt in Chicago. We go for a visit.
A Chicago Pension Fix? Using Revenue from Public Assets
Oct 15, 2018 | Evan Garcia
Could profits from public assets like Midway Airport help fund Chicago’s pensions? The former mayor of Highland Park thinks so.
U. of I. Professor Wins ‘Genius Grant’ for Civil Justice Research
Oct 11, 2018 | Evan Garcia
Sociologist Rebecca Sandefur has received the prestigious award for her research on the hurdles low-income communities face when seeking civil justice. She joins us in discussion.
Journalists Weigh In On Van Dyke Murder Case, Conviction
Oct 5, 2018 | Evan Garcia
The high-profile case and its impact on Chicago: A conversation with journalists Jamie Kalven, Kimberly Egonmwan, Greg Hinz and John Fountain.
Activist DeRay Mckesson Makes a ‘Case for Hope’ in New Book
Oct 4, 2018 | Evan Garcia
We speak with the prominent Black Lives Matter activist about his new memoir, “On the Other Side of Freedom: The Case for Hope.”
Growing Economy: Low Unemployment, Inflation as Fed Raises Interest Rate
Oct 2, 2018 | Evan Garcia
President Donald Trump is boasting a booming economy, but will higher interest rates stop it?
Shopping Online? Pay Up: Out-of-State Retailers Charging Sales Tax
Oct 1, 2018 | Evan Garcia
Online shoppers in Illinois are now required to pay the state’s sales tax when making purchases from certain out-of-state retailers.
Web Extra, The Week in Review: Will Brett Kavanaugh be Confirmed?
Sep 28, 2018 | Evan Garcia
Eddie Arruza and guests discuss the Brett Kavanaugh hearings.
The Week in Review: Van Dyke Defense Shows Animated Video of Shooting
Sep 28, 2018 | Evan Garcia
Defense attorneys for Jason Van Dyke show jurors an animated video of the fatal shooting. How political campaigns can prevent sexual harassment. And the Chicago Cubs clinch their fourth consecutive playoff appearance.
Third Woman Accuses Brett Kavanaugh of Sexual Misconduct
Sep 26, 2018 | Evan Garcia
The Supreme Court nominee is strongly denying new accusations of sexually aggressive behavior in high school, calling them “ridiculous and from the Twilight Zone.”
Trump Administration Releases New Cybersecurity Strategy
Sep 25, 2018 | Evan Garcia
A new cybersecurity plan unveiled last week by the Trump White House indicates that the U.S. could take more aggressive steps to combat foreign hackers.
Web Extra, The Week in Review: Prosecution Rests in Van Dyke Trial
Sep 21, 2018 | Evan Garcia
Paris Schutz and guests discuss the murder trial of Chicago police Officer Jason Van Dyke, who fatally shot 17-year-old Laquan McDonald in 2014.
The Week in Review: Preckwinkle Enters Chicago Mayor’s Race
Sep 21, 2018 | Evan Garcia
J.B. Pritzker and Gov. Bruce Rauner rumble in their only TV debate. Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle joins the race for Chicago mayor. Explosive testimony in the Jason Van Dyke murder trial. And the Cubs and Brewers go down to the wire in the NL Central.
City Hall Veteran Gery Chico Enters Chicago Mayor’s Race
Sep 19, 2018 | Evan Garcia
A former Chicago mayoral candidate who lost to Rahm Emanuel in 2011 is back in the race now that his former foe has withdrawn.
After Mistaking Murals for Graffiti, City Considers Public Art Registry
Sep 18, 2018 | Evan Garcia
After the erroneous removal of two neighborhood murals, City Council is considering a proposal to protect and formally register Chicago’s public art.
Is Emanuel’s $10B Bond Borrowing Plan the Right Pension Fix?
Sep 10, 2018 | Evan Garcia
Mayor Rahm Emanuel has floated the idea of selling more than $10 billion in pension obligation bonds. We dig into the idea.
The Week in Review: Mayor Emanuel Won’t Seek 3rd Term
Sep 7, 2018 | Evan Garcia
A shocker from Mayor Rahm Emanuel as a flood of candidates consider a run. The mayor leaves plenty of unfinished business for his successor while Jason Van Dyke’s murder trial gets underway.
Web Extra, The Week in Review: Catholic Church Controversy
Sep 7, 2018 | Evan Garcia
Reporter Mary Ann Ahern describes some of the backlash she received from Chicago Cardinal Blase Cupich in response to a NBC 5 Chicago segment.
Should Horse-Drawn Carriages Be Banned in Chicago?
Sep 5, 2018 | Evan Garcia
A proposal in City Council would end a tourist industry that’s operated in the city for nearly 40 years. Supporters and opponents weigh in.
Emanuel’s Aldermanic Friends, Foes React to Bombshell Announcement
Sep 4, 2018 | Evan Garcia
Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel will not seek a third term. We get reaction to the news from City Council.
Web Extra, The Week in Review: Impact of Politicians’ Candid Remarks
Aug 31, 2018 | Evan Garcia
Eddie Arruza and guests discuss the impact of politicians’ remarks.
The Week in Review: Officer Jason Van Dyke Speaks Out
Aug 31, 2018 | Evan Garcia
Prosecutors seek to hold Chicago police officer Jason Van Dyke in contempt of court. What impact will the highly anticipated case have on Mayor Emanuel’s re-election campaign? And is Cubs manager Joe Maddon on thin ice?
What’s at the Root of Chicago’s Violence? A State Lawmaker, Pastor Weigh In
Aug 28, 2018 | Evan Garcia
State Rep. La Shawn Ford and the Rev. Anthony Williams offer their answers to Chicago’s epidemic of violence.
Chicago Considers Banning Horse-Drawn Carriages
Aug 27, 2018 | Evan Garcia
Horse-drawn carriages have trotted along Chicago’s downtown streets for decades, but an ordinance making its way through City Council could outlaw the industry for good.