Climate Activists: ‘The Oceans Are Rising, And So Are We’
Activists on Monday evening closed down the streets in front of Chicago City Hall and the James R. Thompson Center as they called on Mayor Lori Lightfoot and Gov. J.B. Pritzker to declare a “climate emergency.”
Northwestern Coach Pat Fitzgerald on Sports, School and Leadership
The winningest football coach in Northwestern University’s history talks about leadership – and why his team has been successful academically.
Crain’s Headlines: GM Strike Raises Fears of Recession
The General Motors strike now entering its fourth week is rippling across the economy, from parts suppliers to bars, restaurants and other businesses that serve employees who now find themselves tight on cash.
Two Longtime Chicagoans Among 2019 ‘Genius Grant’ Recipients
An urban designer from Chicago and one of the city’s longtime illustrators are among the 2019 MacArthur fellows and recipients of the prestigious “genius grant.”
Guns, Abortion and Gay Rights Top Supreme Court’s Docket
The Supreme Court is set to have a blockbuster term, hearing cases on gay and transgender rights, immigration, abortion, guns and religion. We preview the new term with former Supreme Court clerks.
State Sen. Toi Hutchinson Takes on New Role as Illinois’ ‘Cannabis Czar’
She was a driving force behind Illinois’ new marijuana law. Meet the state’s new cannabis regulation oversight officer.
Trump Sends Strong, Conflicting Signals on Syria, Turkey
Facing unusually wide criticism, President Donald Trump sent out strong but conflicting signals on the “endless war” in Syria and Middle East on Monday.
Comedian Damon Williams Stands Up for Hometown of Chicago
Damon Williams has worked at City Hall, Subway and – for the last 27 years – has been a very busy stand-up comic. We catch up with Williams ahead of his benefit for Teamwork Englewood on Friday.
Minimum Wage Debate: Should Tipped Workers Also ‘Fight for $15’?
Should tipped workers make the same minimum wage as non-tipped workers? We discuss the pros and cons of a pending ordinance in City Council that would raise the city’s minimum wage to $15 an hour by 2021 – including for those who earn tips.
1 Year After Van Dyke Conviction, How is Chicago Handling Police Misconduct?
It’s been one year since former Chicago Police Office Jason Van Dyke was convicted of murdering 17-year-old Laquan McDonald. We discuss issues related to police misconduct and accountability.
House Committee Holds Hearing on Gun Violence in Chicago
Several members of the Illinois congressional delegation heard testimony Thursday about gun violence, and legislation aimed at addressing it.
Crain’s Headlines: Ken Griffin’s $125 Million Gift to Chicago’s MSI
Ken Griffin has buildings, gallery wings and exhibitions named after him in Palm Beach, New York and Chicago. Now the local hedge fund billionaire’s latest gift of $125 million will put his name on an entire museum.
