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The Week in Review: Mayoral Candidates Rack Up Endorsements
Eddie Arruza and guests discuss the week’s news.
The Week in Review: Mayoral Runoff Election Heats Up
Brandis Friedman and our panel discuss the week’s news.
Renée Fleming Reflects on 25 Years with Lyric Opera
One of the world’s most renowned opera singers is marking a landmark anniversary.
Transgender Chicagoan Reunites with Christian Cousin
WTTW captures a family reunion between two cousins.
Tiffany Van Dyke Speaks to Media After Reported Beating
The wife of former Chicago police Officer Jason Van Dyke speaks to the press.
Ald. Ed Burke Accused of Electioneering
A cellphone video shows Ald. Ed Burke handing out shoulder bags at a polling place.
Randy Duncan: “Love in Four Acts”
In 1994, Randy Duncan was featured in a WTTW program called “Love in Four Acts.”
2019 Chicago Election Guide: Dwayne Truss
Dwayne Truss gives a two-minute statement as part of WTTW’s 2019 Voters’ Guide.
Ice Fishing Derby Draws Hundreds to Chicago Area
We visit an ice fishing event in north suburban Wauconda.
43rd Ward Candidate Forum: Incumbent Ald. Smith vs. Lindblom
Incumbent Ald. Michele Smith and Derek Lindblom join us in discussion.
Aldermen Seek to Curb Burke ‘Staff-Loaning’ Habit
Ald. Ed Burke’s practice of loaning out employees to work for aldermen comes under fire.
30th Ward Candidate Forum: Jessica Gutierrez
Ald. Ariel Reboyras is facing his first runoff election for the 30th Ward seat.
Supreme Court Rejects Challenge to Van Dyke Prison Sentence
Former police Officer Jason Van Dyke will continue serving his 81-month prison sentence.
Found Photos Reveal Childhood of Groundbreaking Journalist
Some old glass negatives found in a Chicago attic lead to a surprising discovery.
