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‘Crock of S--t’: Unsealed Grand Jury Transcripts Detail Alleged Prosecutorial Misconduct in ‘Broadview Six’ Case
Newly unsealed transcripts detail federal prosecutors’ alleged misconduct as… Read More
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Second Installment of 2025 Cook County Property Tax Bills Will Be 2 Months Late, Officials Say
Second installment property tax bills are typically released in early July and… Read More
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Woodstock: Three Days That Defined A Generation - American Experience
Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the concert that became a touchstone for a generation. The film brings the three-day concert to life through the voices of those who were present at what became the defining moment of the counterculture revolution.
Tuesday at 7:00 pm | Watch Trailer
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Other Sites Around the Obama Center
There are lots of worthy sites around the new Obama Center, if you're planning a visit.
For parents
Make a Summer Souvenir Box
Alma creates a lot of new memories with her family when she visits Puerto Rico.
Arts & Entertainment
Chicago Park District Pools Opening June 19, Staying Open Through Labor Day This Year
The Chicago Park District announced that the city’s outdoor pools will open two days earlier than in 2025 and will stay open through Labor Day, further extending the swimming season.
History
Decades Before The 78, Dearborn Park Rose from An Old Railyard
The Dearborn Park neighborhood rose from another expanse of abandoned railroad property amid high hopes – and deep unease – about whom downtown redevelopment was really for.
Chicago Stories
Out in the Sunshine: AIDS Garden Chicago and the Belmont Rocks
AIDS Garden Chicago sits on the former location of the Belmont Rocks, which was once a popular location for gay men to hang out, socialize, and be themselves.
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WTTW News Explains: Where Does Chicago Stand in Skyscraper History?
Chicago is a city of firsts — everything from the first Ferris wheel to the first brownie and the world’s very first skyscraper. WTTW News explains.
For parents
Learn and Play with Water
Enjoying bath time can be hit or miss, but playing with water is a fun activity for most children. Water play is a sensory activity, allowing children to learn through their senses, which can also be a calming process for some children.
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