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Chicago 'No Kings' Protest Marches Downtown

Thousands march in Chicago for the “No Kings” protests. (46s)

How Chicago's Polish Community Celebrates Fat Thursday

Some Polish natives wait hours for paczki at this Chicago restaurant. (2m 31s)

Where and How to Curl in the Chicago Area

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Chicago Costume Shops Can Help Your Dreams — or Nightmares — Come True

WTTW News explored some of Chicago’s independent costume shops. (2m 38s)

Chicago Stationery Shops Enjoying Revived Interest in Analog Communication

WTTW News speaks with the owners of some Chicago-area businesses selling stationery products. (3m 48s)

Chicago Archaeopteryx Exhibit Opens at the Field Museum

The Chicago Archaeopteryx Exhibit opens at the Field Museum. (1m 49s)

WTTW News Explains: Why You Can't Buy a Car on Sundays

The reason why you can't buy a car on Sunday in Illinois. (1m 44s)

WTTW News Explains: Why Are Chicago Elections Nonpartisan?

The reason why Chicago candidates don't list their party in municipal elections. (2m 8s)

WTTW News Explains: Chicago’s Recycling System

WTTW News Explains on the ins and outs of Chicago's recycling system. (2m 14s)

Mass Shooting at Highland Park Fourth of July Parade

More than two dozen were shot during a mass shooting in Highland Park on July 4, 2022. (16s)

How a Chicago Mom Turned Dumpster Diving into a Fulltime Job

Angel Williams was introduced to dumpster diving by a woman at her church. (3m 16s)

Families Call Attention to Unsolved Chicago Homicides

Community group calls attention to unsolved killings in Chicago and asks for FBI help. (4m 36s)

'King James' at Steppenwolf Theatre

Steppenwolf Theatre's "King James" spotlights the work of two ensemble members. (1m 40s)

Chicago Medical Student Organizes Relief Effort for Ukraine

A Ukrainian medical student who immigrated to Chicago is organizing a relief effort. (2m 1s)

Rod Blagojevich Addresses Media After Release from Prison

The former Illinois governor addresses the media following his release from prison. (18m 19s)

A Conversation with Chicago Public Schools Leadership

Mayor Lori Lightfoot and CPS CEO Janice Jackson talk about the Oct, 17 teachers strike. (14m 56s)

Archival Video: 2009 Interview with Cokie Roberts

Journalist Cokie Roberts sits down with WTTW’s Elizabeth Brackett. (9m 51s)

Archival Video: 2008 Interview with John Paul Stevens

Former Supreme Court Justice John Paul Stevens sits down with WTTW’s V.J. McAleer. (16m 14s)

Deep Frydays’ Maiden Voyage: Giardiniera Mix

Welcome to our new food-focused summer series. (2m 45s)

Candidate Free Time 2018: Peter Roskam

Peter Roskam gives a two-minute statement as part of WTTW’s Candidate Free Time. (2m)

Candidate Free Time 2018: Alma Anaya

Alma Anaya gives a two-minute statement as part of WTTW’s Candidate Free Time. (1m 50s)

Candidate Free Time 2018: Susana Mendoza

Susana Mendoza gives a two-minute statement as part of WTTW’s Candidate Free Time. (1m 55s)

Candidate Free Time 2018: Kari K. Steele

Kari K. Steele gives a two-minute statement as part of WTTW’s Candidate Free Time. (1m 43s)

Candidate Free Time 2018: Frank McPartlin

Frank McPartlin gives a two-minute statement as part of WTTW’s Candidate Free Time. (1m 49s)

Candidate Free Time 2018: Evelyn Sanguinetti

Evelyn Sanguinetti gives a two-minute statement as part of WTTW’s Candidate Free Time. (1m 50s)

Candidate Free Time 2018: Brandon Johnson

Brandon Johnson gives a two-minute statement as part of WTTW’s Candidate Free Time. (1m 11s)

Candidate Free Time 2018: Tom Hanson

Tom Hanson gives a two-minute statement as part of WTTW’s Candidate Free Time. (1m 43s)

Candidate Free Time 2018: Thomas Rudbeck

Thomas Rudbeck gives a two-minute statement as part of WTTW’s Candidate Free Time. (2m 2s)

Candidate Free Time 2018: Steve Dutner

Steve Dutner gives a two-minute statement as part of WTTW’s Candidate Free Time. (1m 59s)

Candidate Free Time 2018: Shundar Lin

Shundar Lin gives a two-minute statement as part of WTTW’s Candidate Free Time. (1m 56s)

Candidate Free Time 2018: Sean Casten

Sean Casten gives a two-minute statement as part of WTTW’s Candidate Free Time. (1m 48s)

Candidate Free Time 2018: Sanj Mohip

Sanj Mohip gives a two-minute statement as part of WTTW’s Candidate Free Time. (1m 56s)

Candidate Free Time 2018: Nick Stella

Nick Stella gives a two-minute statement as part of WTTW’s Candidate Free Time. (1m 53s)

Candidate Free Time 2018: Michael Leheney

Michael Leheney gives a two-minute statement as part of WTTW’s Candidate Free Time. (1m 53s)

Candidate Free Time 2018: Lauren Underwood

Lauren Underwood gives a two-minute statement as part of WTTW’s Candidate Free Time. (2m)

Candidate Free Time 2018: Kwame Raoul

Kwame Raoul gives a two-minute statement as part of WTTW’s Candidate Free Time. (1m 58s)

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Erika Harold gives a two-minute statement as part of WTTW’s Candidate Free Time. (1m 43s)

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