Nation Aug 26

When you search online for Chicago’s most iconic foods, you’re likely to find the Chicago-style hot dog, deep-dish pizza and Chicago beef. But there’s much more than meets the eye, food historians say.

Politics Aug 23

Here are some of the issues that are driving DNC delegates' votes this November.

Politics Aug 22

Young voters – under the age of 35 – are a key group both Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump are trying to reach.

Politics Aug 20

Voters inside and outside of the Democratic National Convention were watching how the party would address the Israel-Hamas war.

Politics Aug 19

A shift in energy. An alternative. A "shot in the arm that we really needed." Here's how delegates who spoke with PBS News at the Democratic National Convention described the new party ticket.

Politics Jul 18

After years of calling for federal restrictions on abortion, Republicans adopted a party platform this week at their national convention that reflects a shift toward former President Donald Trump’s latest stance on the issue: states should decide.

Politics Jul 18

Treb Heining, the self-described “balloon guy,” has orchestrated the celebratory balloon drop at every GOP convention since 1988.

Politics Jul 17

Immigration is among the top issues for voters this election; it was the No. 2 issue for Republicans in a June poll from PBS News/NPR/Marist, second to inflation.

Politics Jul 16

In less than a decade, JD Vance has had a meteoric rise from bestselling author to elected official to possible vice president.

Politics Jul 15

Delegates who spoke with PBS News at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee said the assassination attempt against former President Donald Trump has changed the mood.