Mary Hall
Digital Producer
Mary was a former editor and reporter at the Daily Journal in Kankakee, Illinois, where she managed a cross-discipline team, wrote features, produced social video and spearheaded the use of data visualization at the publication. She won three awards from the Illinois Press Association for infographics.
Originally from St. Louis, she grew up in Quito, Ecuador, speaks Spanish, and has strong opinions about South American restaurants in Chicago.
Stories by Mary Hall
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Should You Start ‘Strategic Napping?’ The U.S. Army Says It Could Help Performance
The U.S. Army has released a new manual that includes mental health recommendations, like spiritual readiness, goal setting and strategic naps.
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5 Ways To Learn More About Indigenous Peoples Day In Chicago
From podcasts to a walking tour, here are recommendations from Indigenous scholars and leaders to learn more about Native peoples in Chicago.
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Matt Moog Named Interim CEO Of Chicago Public Media
Moog has been a member of Chicago Public Media’s Board of Directors for 11 years and is a past board chair.
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Newsletter: Who Will Win Tonight’s Presidential Debate?
WBEZ will air the debate and analysis from 8 to 10 p.m. on 91.5 FM. That story and more are in today’s Rundown.
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Newsletter: Bars Can Reopen, Sell Until 1 A.M.
Restrictions will be lifted because Chicago made “sufficient progress” against COVID-19. That story and more are in today’s Rundown.
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Newsletter: Who Will Trump Nominate For The Supreme Court?
A conservative Chicago judge is reportedly a front-runner to potentially replace Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. That story and more are in today’s Rundown.
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As Chicago Debates Columbus Statues, Here’s A Look At The One We Melted Down
Recent protests led to a Columbus statue’s temporary removal. A hundred years ago, Chicagoans did the same thing — with some creative repurposing.
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‘I Am Grateful For All Of The Women’s Shoulders That I Stand On,’ Says Jehan Gordon-Booth
We asked women in Illinois politics how they’re marking the 100th anniversary of the 19th Amendment — and what challenges are still ahead for women.
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Voting ‘Is Your Voice,’ Says Robin Kelly
We asked women in Illinois politics how they’re marking the 100th anniversary of the 19th Amendment — and what challenges are still ahead for women.
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Voting Is ‘The Purest, Most Powerful Form Of Democracy,’ Says Lori Lightfoot
We asked women in Illinois politics how they’re marking the 100th anniversary of the 19th Amendment — and what challenges are still ahead for women.
