WATCH: Off the Clock — Episode 7
By Alexia Kadota-Browner, Catherine Lacovara, Simone Roberts and Amanda Pirkowski Medill Reports This week on “Off the Clock”: Our team covered Angel Reese’s back-to-school event, flew through the sky at a trapeze class and learned about a workout class providing mental health support. “Off the Clock” is a half-hour news show specifically covering sports and […]
WATCH: Backstage Chicago, Episode 5: Celebrating summers, stories and the magic of the city
By Abby Feldman and Reilly Cook Medill Reports In the final episode of “Backstage Chicago,” Reilly Cook and Abby Feldman take viewers on a celebratory send-off filled with highlights, memories and a touch of magic. From revisiting some of the city’s most unforgettable summer traditions to hearing directly from Chicagoans about what they’ll miss most […]
WATCH: Off the Clock — Episode 6
By Alexia Kadota-Browner, Catherine Lacovara, Simone Roberts and Amanda Pirkowski Medill Reports This week on “Off The Clock”: Our team covered the party at the LIV Golf tournament, watched as thousands of rubber duckies were dropped into the Chicago River and spoke with the coaches training the next generation of American Ninja Warriors. “Off the […]
WATCH: Backstage Chicago, Episode 4: Feathers, fur and fun — inside Chicago’s quirkiest summer traditions
By Abby Feldman and Reilly Cook Medill Reports This week’s “Backstage Chicago” is all about the city’s quirkiest summer traditions, with a whole lot of animal energy. We’re taking you to the Chicago River for the annual Duck Derby, where tens of thousands of rubber ducks race for a good cause, and then swapping feathers […]
WATCH: Off the Clock — Episode 5
By Alexia Kadota-Browner, Catherine Lacovara, Simone Roberts and Amanda Pirkowski Medill Reports This week on “Off The Clock”: Our team covers the Premier League matches at Soldier Field, gets up early for a sunrise workout class and celebrates the unsung heroes of college athletics. “Off the Clock” is a half-hour news show covering sports and […]
WATCH: Backstage Chicago, Episode 3: How to do Lollapalooza 2026 without going broke
By Abby Feldman and Reilly Cook Medill Reports In this episode of “Backstage Chicago,” Abby Feldman and Reilly Cook take viewers inside the fashion, fun and finances of Lollapalooza 2025. From on-the-ground interviews with festivalgoers to a deep dive into budgeting tips for next year’s fest, the episode blends style and strategy to help fans […]
WATCH: Off the Clock — Episode 4
By Alexia Kadota-Browner, Catie Lacovara, Simone Roberts and Amanda Pirkowski Medill Reports This week on “Off The Clock”: Our team covers the Big Ten Volleyball Media Days, learns Zumba moves and speaks to runners at one of Chicago’s most unique races. “Off the Clock” is a half-hour news show covering sports and wellness events around […]
WATCH: Backstage Chicago, Episode 2: Chicago summer heats up as live music on the lake, gangster tours, Lolla prep begin
By Abby Feldman and Reilly Cook Medill Reports In this episode of “Backstage Chicago,” host Reilly Cook takes viewers on a summer adventure across the city, just as Chicago gears up for Lollapalooza. Reilly kicks things off with a scenic sail during Live on the Lake at Navy Pier, giving us a front-row seat on […]
WATCH: Backstage Chicago, Episode 1: Under-the-radar artists to check out before heading to Lollapalooza
By Abby Feldman and Reilly Cook Medill Reports This week on “Backstage Chicago,’”Abby dives into four under-the-radar artists you will want to check out at Lollapalooza, and Reilly gives us a glimpse of what entertainment events to catch this coming week in Chicago. “Backstage Chicago” is your all-access pass to the city’s hottest summer events. […]
WATCH: Off the Clock — Episode 3
By Alexia Kadota-Browner, Catie Lacovara, Simone Roberts and Amanda Pirkowski Medill Reports This week on “Off The Clock”: Our team covers Chicago’s professional ultimate frisbee team, soars through the sky at aerial acrobatics and taste tests some healthy ice cream options. “Off the Clock” is a half-hour news show covering sports and wellness events around […]