Chicago Cubs Honor Hispanic and Latino Fans
“Coming to these games, especially tonight, representing my culture but also being here and representing him. (great-grandfather).”
The Latino voting bloc: Young, growing and complex
The lesson from the data/analyses is that every candidate in every race — needs to prioritize and strategize securing the Latino vote.
‘We can’t lose hope’: A Pilsen Mother’s Mission to Save Monarch Butterflies
“I want my grandchildren to know about the monarch butterflies,” Claudia Galeno-Sanchez said.
Voting is a social determinant of health
Voting is often viewed through the lens of civic duty and political engagement, but it plays a crucial role in shaping the social determinants of health (SDOH).
Newark offers lessons for Chicago’s efforts to replace lead lines
There are roughly 9 million lead service lines still in use across the nation. Of these, 400,000 exist in Chicago.
Chicago Politics: For The People
Latino thought leaders share hopes and concerns in special coverage of the Democratic National Convention
Biden’s recent immigration actions provide work permits for some; work permits for all is still the goal
Every year, 400,000+ workers contribute $1.9 billion to the Illinois economy without official work authorization.
Chicago Politics: Special Coverage of the DNC
“We will witness an historic changing of the guard for Democrats as President Biden’s kicks off the convention.”
A solutions journalism approach to covering democracy (not politics)
Audiences expect more from news media than just the traditional “who is leading in the polls” reporting.
‘She’s a fighter’: Young Afro-Latina boxer crowned champion in all-female category in Washington Park
Three and a half years ago, Jones set foot in the gym for the first time, but her boxing journey dates back much earlier.
Venezuelan Migrants Face Diminishing Aid Amid Election Uncertainty
SPECIAL REPORT from the Venezuelan/Colombian border: Shelters struggle as aid falters and migrant numbers are expected to climb.
Chicago Politics: The Democratic National Convention
DNC representatives discuss what it takes to plan the mega event, how they’re working to make it inclusive, and how it will help local businesses.