On Thursday's Morning Shift, we continue our examination of same-sex marriage legislation in Illinois, get the rundown on food trucks, celebrate the careers of Chicago's two longest-serving paramedics, and we spin our favorite drug songs.
The amazing transformation of Chicago's emergency health responders, from an amateur operation to the life-saving powerhouse it is today, is perhaps best told through the story of two paramedics – among Chicago's first hired.
Leaders at Chicago Public Schools want to close buildings because many have low enrollment.But a group of parents has released an analysis of state data that throws a curveball into the mix.How can a school system have too many buildings and not enough students to fill them, as CPS officials say, bu
The museum says the exhibit, called "The Sound, the Soul, the Syncopation," is the first comprehensive look at music created exclusively by artists who have lived in public housing.
You have never seen his name on the jackets of the many, many books he was essential in bringing to life.Jim Agnew is the name and he was a lively character on the writers’ saloon circuit for many years until giving up booze nearly two decades ago.
The Better Government Association boys return to field questions and concerns about local government. Curious City goes all graphic novel on this week's question about neighborhood formation. And Walter Payton's older brother, Eddie, talks about life in Sweetness's shadow.
On Wednesday's Morning Shift, we talk marriage equality with Mayor Emanuel, look at how the girl scouts shape American politics, review the newest Michelin guide, and examine the intersection of art and public housing.
