The Rundown: Local Russians protest the continued Ukrainian invasion
Municipal election is Tuesday. Local Russians protest their country’s continued Ukrainian invasion. More mental health workers to 911 calls.
Erin Allen
Digital Anchor
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The Rundown: Ukrainian refugees mark one year of war and exodus
Exactly one year after Russia invaded Ukraine, there are still many Ukrainian refugees living in Chicago. A federal judge rules in R. Kelly’s case. DJ Spinderella from the music group Salt-N-Pepa has a new role with Chicago’s National Public Housing Museum.
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The Rundown: CPD urges vigilance after anti-Semitic group declares ‘day of hate’
More than 90,000 ComEd customers are without power. Chicago police are urging Jewish and other religious communities to be extra vigilant this weekend during a recently declared “Day of Hate.” A federal judge is set to sentence R. Kelly for his Chicago convictions of child pornography and enticement. The new CPS calendar is out.
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The Rundown: Kimberly Dixon-Mays is no stranger to the power of words
Poet, playwright and performer Kimberly Dixon-Mays knows the power of words. She shares more through Vocalo’s series “Chi Sounds Like.”
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The Rundown: Lightfoot’s campaign sent thousands of emails to city employees
City staff received thousands of Lightfoot campaign emails. Millions for anti-violence efforts. Craft cannabis businesses get extensions.
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The Rundown: Changes coming to improve language access at the polls
Non-English speaking voters get help at the polls. ADA compliance in question, too. Gov. JB Pritzker poised to sign new paid leave law.
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The Rundown: ‘Kold x Windy’ shows nuance of Chicago drill culture
A new show from three filmmakers and artists explores the relationship between two drill star best friends on Chicago’s South Side.
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The Rundown: South Side health center wants to end ‘period poverty’
Vote-by-mail deadline approaches. A new South Side center focuses on reproductive health. A federal judge rules on the assault weapons ban.
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The Rundown: The buildings on Chicago’s South Side have a story to tell
Architecture photographer, writer and critic, Lee Bey talks about covering the South Side through the lens of its built environment.
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The Rundown: College advocates hoping proposed MAP grant increase becomes real
College advocates in Illinois and lawmakers respond to the governor’s spending plan. Chicago changes some hiring and personnel policies.
