Extras
Renée Fleming Reflects on 25 Years with Lyric Opera
One of the world’s most renowned opera singers is marking a landmark anniversary.
Renée Fleming Reflects on 25 Years with Lyric Opera
Transgender Chicagoan Reunites with Christian Cousin
WTTW captures a family reunion between two cousins.
Transgender Chicagoan Reunites with Christian Cousin
Tiffany Van Dyke Speaks to Media After Reported Beating
The wife of former Chicago police Officer Jason Van Dyke speaks to the press.
Tiffany Van Dyke Speaks to Media After Reported Beating
Ald. Ed Burke Accused of Electioneering
A cellphone video shows Ald. Ed Burke handing out shoulder bags at a polling place.
Ald. Ed Burke Accused of Electioneering
Randy Duncan: “Love in Four Acts”
In 1994, Randy Duncan was featured in a WTTW program called “Love in Four Acts.”
Randy Duncan: “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.
2019 Chicago Election Guide: Dwayne Truss
Ice Fishing Derby Draws Hundreds to Chicago Area
We visit an ice fishing event in north suburban Wauconda.
Ice Fishing Derby Draws Hundreds to Chicago Area
43rd Ward Candidate Forum: Incumbent Ald. Smith vs. Lindblom
Incumbent Ald. Michele Smith and Derek Lindblom join us in discussion.
43rd Ward Candidate Forum: Incumbent Ald. Smith vs. Lindblom
Aldermen Seek to Curb Burke ‘Staff-Loaning’ Habit
Ald. Ed Burke’s practice of loaning out employees to work for aldermen comes under fire.
Aldermen Seek to Curb Burke ‘Staff-Loaning’ Habit
30th Ward Candidate Forum: Jessica Gutierrez
Ald. Ariel Reboyras is facing his first runoff election for the 30th Ward seat.
30th Ward Candidate Forum: Jessica Gutierrez
Supreme Court Rejects Challenge to Van Dyke Prison Sentence
Former police Officer Jason Van Dyke will continue serving his 81-month prison sentence.
Supreme Court Rejects Challenge to Van Dyke Prison Sentence
Found Photos Reveal Childhood of Groundbreaking Journalist
Some old glass negatives found in a Chicago attic lead to a surprising discovery.
Found Photos Reveal Childhood of Groundbreaking Journalist
City Treasurer Candidate Forum: Conyears-Ervin vs. Pawar
Chicago voters will have to choose between two candidates in the April 2 runoff.
City Treasurer Candidate Forum: Conyears-Ervin vs. Pawar
Web Extra, The Week in Review: College Admissions Scandal
Eddie Arruza and guests discuss the scandal that has ensnared schools and parents.
Web Extra, The Week in Review: College Admissions Scandal
Jussie Smollett Pleads Not Guilty to New Felony Charges
The “Empire” actor entered the plea after his case was assigned to a new judge.
Jussie Smollett Pleads Not Guilty to New Felony Charges
A New Champ is Crowned at the CPS Spelling Bee
Be honest: Could you correctly spell the words “inselberg” or “voortrekker”?
A New Champ is Crowned at the CPS Spelling Bee
33rd Ward Candidate Forum: Rodriguez Sanchez vs. Ald. Mell
A community activist and the incumbent daughter of a City Council dynasty face off.
33rd Ward Candidate Forum: Rodriguez Sanchez vs. Ald. Mell
Why Aldermen Who Need Extra Help Call Ed Burke
For years, Ald. Ed Burke ran what amounts to an employee loan-out program.
Why Aldermen Who Need Extra Help Call Ed Burke
Chicago Girls Learn the Ropes of Double Dutch
Memories of jumping rope as a child lures a Chicago woman back to the sport as an adult.
Chicago Girls Learn the Ropes of Double Dutch
5th Ward Candidate Forum: Ald. Hairston vs. Calloway
We speak with 5th Ward candidates Ald. Leslie Hairston and William Calloway.
5th Ward Candidate Forum: Ald. Hairston vs. Calloway
City Council OKs Lincoln Yards, Police Academy
Two major projects get the full City Council vote. Paris Schutz reports.
City Council OKs Lincoln Yards, Police Academy
Cook County Assessor Fritz Kaegi Pushes for More Reform
He’s promised big ethics changes and is now pushing to streamline the assessment system.
Cook County Assessor Fritz Kaegi Pushes for More Reform
Mayoral Candidates Square off on Aldermanic Prerogative
The candidates for mayor square off again -- a bit more civilly, this time.
Mayoral Candidates Square off on Aldermanic Prerogative
Artists and Architects Reimagine the Possibilities of Design
We visit the forward-thinking show “Dimensions of Citizenship.”