Mr. Dad’s Fathers Club hosts second annual daddy-daughter dance
Mr. Dad’s Fathers Club executive director Joseph Williams talks about creating space for dads and daughters to connect, what families can expect at this year’s dance, and how the group is expanding with a new clubhouse in Roseland.
Mr. Dad’s Fathers Club executive director Joseph Williams talks about creating space for dads and daughters to connect, what families can expect at this year’s dance, and how the group is expanding with a new clubhouse in Roseland.
Chicago Votes pushes youth turnout after near-record low participation
After only 68% of registered voters cast ballots in the 2024 presidential election, Chicago Votes is working with students and Chicago Public Schools to boost youth participation ahead of the March 17 primary.
After only 68% of registered voters cast ballots in the 2024 presidential election, Chicago Votes is working with students and Chicago Public Schools to boost youth participation ahead of the March 17 primary.
Illinois weighs energy costs as 26 new data centers are planned across the Chicago area
With at least 26 proposed facilities—including a major Amazon project in Aurora—state leaders and Gov. JB Pritzker debate whether tax incentives and new legislation like the Power Act can balance economic growth with rising electricity demand and consumer utility bills.
With at least 26 proposed facilities—including a major Amazon project in Aurora—state leaders and Gov. JB Pritzker debate whether tax incentives and new legislation like the Power Act can balance economic growth with rising electricity demand and consumer utility bills.
US takes on Live Nation, Ticketmaster in blockbuster antitrust trial
The Justice Department’s lawsuit—sparked in part by the fallout from Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour ticketing chaos—aims to break up Live Nation and Ticketmaster, a move officials say could reshape the concert industry and lower costs for fans nationwide.
The Justice Department’s lawsuit—sparked in part by the fallout from Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour ticketing chaos—aims to break up Live Nation and Ticketmaster, a move officials say could reshape the concert industry and lower costs for fans nationwide.
Catching up on the neighborhoods with Block Club Chicago
Block Club Chicago digs into neighborhood news
Block Club Chicago digs into neighborhood news
Chicago students dive into blockchain technology at hands-on camp
At an innovative tech camp, Chicago students are learning how blockchain works and how it supports cryptocurrency.
At an innovative tech camp, Chicago students are learning how blockchain works and how it supports cryptocurrency.
Backgammon makes a comeback as Chicago league thrives
Jack Shockt, founder of the Chicago Backgammon League, joins us to explain why the classic tabletop game is attracting new players, expanding clubs across the city and planning bigger events ahead.
Jack Shockt, founder of the Chicago Backgammon League, joins us to explain why the classic tabletop game is attracting new players, expanding clubs across the city and planning bigger events ahead.
Former White Sox player Micah Johnson returns to Chicago as bestselling author
Back in Chicago after his time with the White Sox, Micah Johnson visited Minnie Miñoso Academy to read his children’s book “Aku,” sharing how he transitioned from baseball to art and why imagination, representation, and dreaming big matter for the next generation.
Back in Chicago after his time with the White Sox, Micah Johnson visited Minnie Miñoso Academy to read his children’s book “Aku,” sharing how he transitioned from baseball to art and why imagination, representation, and dreaming big matter for the next generation.
How to survive daylight saving time: Sleep expert shares tips before we spring forward
As we lose an hour to daylight saving time, Dr. James Rowley of Rush’s Sleep Medicine Fellowship explains how to prepare for the shift, help kids adjust, what permanent DST could mean for our health, and practical tips for those who already struggle with sleep.
As we lose an hour to daylight saving time, Dr. James Rowley of Rush’s Sleep Medicine Fellowship explains how to prepare for the shift, help kids adjust, what permanent DST could mean for our health, and practical tips for those who already struggle with sleep.
Crisp & Green focuses on healthy, fresh meals across Chicago area
Crisp & Green is serving up fresh and healthy food options for you at two locations in the Chicago area.
Crisp & Green is serving up fresh and healthy food options for you at two locations in the Chicago area.
Fish fries and spring getaways at the Abbey Resort in Wisconsin
If you were looking for a place to enjoy the outdoors while eating great food, check out the Abbey Resort at Lake Geneva, Wisconsin.
If you were looking for a place to enjoy the outdoors while eating great food, check out the Abbey Resort at Lake Geneva, Wisconsin.
WWE Elimination Chamber comes to Chicago's United Center
WWE's Elimination Chamber is coming to Chicago's United Center on Saturday night.
WWE's Elimination Chamber is coming to Chicago's United Center on Saturday night.
Rare Disease Day raises awareness for patients, families in Chicago area
Today is Rare Disease Day and it's meant to raise awareness for patients and families dealing with rare dieseases.
Today is Rare Disease Day and it's meant to raise awareness for patients and families dealing with rare dieseases.
Six-planet parade to light up the sky as lunar eclipse follows next week
Skywatchers across Chicago can catch a rare six-planet alignment this weekend, according to Michelle Nichols of the Adler Planetarium, with a lunar eclipse set to follow on March 3 and more celestial events expected throughout the spring.
Skywatchers across Chicago can catch a rare six-planet alignment this weekend, according to Michelle Nichols of the Adler Planetarium, with a lunar eclipse set to follow on March 3 and more celestial events expected throughout the spring.
Chicago celebrates Women’s History Month with events and women-owned businesses
Women’s History Month begins March 1 with events and celebrations across Chicago, as Choose Chicago highlights local history and encourages support for women-owned businesses including Chocolat Uzma and Embers and Apothecary throughout the month.
Women’s History Month begins March 1 with events and celebrations across Chicago, as Choose Chicago highlights local history and encourages support for women-owned businesses including Chocolat Uzma and Embers and Apothecary throughout the month.
Pastor Reginald Sharpe reflects on Rev. Jesse Jackson’s legacy
Pastor Reginald Sharpe Jr. shares reflections on the life and impact of civil rights icon Rev. Jesse Jackson while he lies in repose at Rainbow PUSH Coalition headquarters in Chicago.
Pastor Reginald Sharpe Jr. shares reflections on the life and impact of civil rights icon Rev. Jesse Jackson while he lies in repose at Rainbow PUSH Coalition headquarters in Chicago.
Tuba will play his way into your heart
PAWS Chicago wants you to make music with Tuba
PAWS Chicago wants you to make music with Tuba
Anjanette Young shares her story of trauma and healing in new book
Anjanette Young discusses her new book Past the Pain, reflecting on the wrongful police raid that upended her life and how her journey led to advocacy through the I AM HER Foundation.
Anjanette Young discusses her new book Past the Pain, reflecting on the wrongful police raid that upended her life and how her journey led to advocacy through the I AM HER Foundation.
How 'Books for Cause' became Chicago’s first free bookstore
What began as a mission to keep books out of landfills has grown into Books for Cause in Avondale — Chicago’s first free bookstore, changing lives one page at a time.
What began as a mission to keep books out of landfills has grown into Books for Cause in Avondale — Chicago’s first free bookstore, changing lives one page at a time.
College of DuPage, NIU team up to inspire the next generation of engineers
The College of DuPage and Northern Illinois University are partnering for “Engineering the Future,” giving high school students hands-on insight into engineering careers, industry demand, and real-world opportunities like the Shell Eco-marathon Americas competition.
The College of DuPage and Northern Illinois University are partnering for “Engineering the Future,” giving high school students hands-on insight into engineering careers, industry demand, and real-world opportunities like the Shell Eco-marathon Americas competition.