The Rundown: State relief is on the way for areas hit by flooding this month
A state disaster proclamation for recent flooding. Northwestern professors are questioning the proposed football stadium. There will be more downtown street closures.
Erin Allen
Digital Anchor
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The Rundown: Northwestern University’s head football coach is fired
Pat Fitzgerald is out. A Chicago police union responded to allegations of sexual misconduct involving officers. A report shows less affordable housing.
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The Rundown: Why soul food, when made right, ‘does catapult you to the past’
June is National Soul Food Month. But just because we’re in July now, it doesn’t mean we can’t continue to celebrate its delicious history.
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The Rundown: Migrants moved from 10th District police station
Migrants have been moved from the 10th District police station following allegations of sexual misconduct against officers. The state of Illinois is using $40 billion to tackle improvements around many modes of transportation. Northwestern University is considering even more penalties after suspending its football coach due to evidence of hazing by players.
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The Rundown: The ways immigrants participate in and enhance American democracy
Immigration is baked into our very foundation here in America – and it’s not just the U.S. born citizens who have kept this country going.
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The Rundown: Chicago’s new mayor has 223 pages of policy proposals to consider
Mayor Brandon Johnson’s transition team released a policy report. A look at healthcare in Illinois prisons. There’s an investigation of multiple Chicago police officers.
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The Rundown: Chicago’s new school board is rooted in advocacy
Mayor Brandon Johnson chose a new school board. Business reaction to NASCAR is mixed. Illinois has a new law focused on rental payments.
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The Rundown: Affirmative action and loan forgiveness are struck down. Now what?
The Supreme Court issued two rulings with big implications in the world of higher education. We talk about affirmative action and student loan debt forgiveness.
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The Rundown: Highland Park residents used July 4th to remember and heal
Highland Park commemorated the first year since the mass shooting there. Leaders take stock of recent flood damage. State money to help the Cook County court system.
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The Rundown: Highland Park marks one year since 4th of July mass shooting
Highland Park is marking its 4th of July this year with a day of remembrance after last year’s mass shooting. We reflect on what’s changed since the event.
