May 01 Obama chooses Chicago to host his presidential library By Josh Lederman, Associated Press WASHINGTON — President Barack Obama has chosen his hometown of Chicago to host his future presidential library, two individuals with knowledge of the decision said, placing the permanent monument to his legacy in the city that launched his improbable ascent… Continue reading
Apr 08 Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel wins 2nd term in runoff victory By Associated Press CHICAGO -- Rahm Emanuel won re-election Tuesday as voters in Chicago's first mayoral runoff decided that, despite his brusque management style, the former White House chief of staff was best equipped to deal with the many dire challenges facing the… Continue reading
Mar 19 Watch Tight mayoral race exposes divide among Chicago Democrats By PBS News Hour Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel is in the first ever mayoral runoff. After vastly outspending his rivals, he failed to get a majority in the February election, forcing him into a runoff with Cook County Commissioner Jesus “Chuy” Garcia. Special correspondent… Continue watching
Feb 12 Watch Bringing a portrait of private artist Vivian Maier to the big screen By PBS News Hour Continue watching
Feb 12 From glamorous to ordinary, Vivian Maier's street photography captured America's mid-century urban life By David Coles In a matter of a few short years, Vivian Maier went from a reclusive and mysterious, largely unknown woman to widely recognized as one of the greatest street photographers of the 20th century. Continue reading
Jan 24 Ernie Banks, baseball pioneer and Cubs legend, dies at 83 By Rebecca Lee Banks, popularly known to fans as "Mr. Cub," joined the team as its first black player in 1953. He hit 512 career home runs throughout his 19-season career with the Cubs and was famous for his catchphrase, "Let's play two,"… Continue reading
Jan 16 Grateful Dead doin' that rag one final time By Mike Melia To mark the 50th anniversary of the Grateful Dead, the four original members announced they will be playin’ in the band together for a final performance at Chicago’s Soldier Field. Continue reading
Dec 05 Chicago, NY, Hawaii compete to host Obama library By Josh Lederman, Associated Press WASHINGTON — Three U.S. cities that President Barack Obama once called home are trying to outdo one another as the competition to host his future presidential library comes to a close. Continue reading
Nov 25 Obama to pitch immigration actions in Chicago By Jim Kuhnhenn, Associated Press WASHINGTON — President Barack Obama, the onetime community organizer, is returning Tuesday to the city where he says he first forged his ties to the Latino community to pitch his new executive actions on immigration. Continue reading
Nov 18 Chicago's new archbishop sets a humble tone By Sarah McHaney The Archdiocese of Chicago is transferring powers today to Blase Cupich, a humble bishop from Spokane, Washington. Pope Francis accepted the resignation of Cardinal Francis George in September and surprised many by appointing Cupich instead of several others in more… Continue reading