WATCH: Chicago This Week — Episode 2
Medill Reports This week in Chicago: Do you really need a Real ID? Plus, Lionel Messi takes Chicago by storm and the grand opening of the new Harry Potter store. “Chicago This Week” is a half-hour show that features news, sports, business and entertainment stories from around Chicago. All the producing, reporting, writing, shooting […]
WATCH: Chicago This Week — Episode 1
Medill Reports This week in Chicago: Anti-Trump protests sweep the nation, the Cubs take on opening day at Wrigley Field and a new twist on yoga. “Chicago This Week” is a half-hour show that features news, sports, business and entertainment stories from around Chicago. All the producing, reporting, writing, shooting and editing are done by […]
WATCH: Chicago This Week — Democratic National Convention Special
Text by Kennedi Hewitt Medill Reports In today’s episode of “Chicago This Week,” it’s all about the Democratic National Convention. We take a closer look at the security zones the police are enforcing, we speak to protesters and lawyers who are suing Chicago and we meet some of the local businesses who are expecting an […]
WATCH: Chicago This Week — Olympics Special
Text by Mary Grace Grabill Medill Reports In today’s episode of “Chicago This Week,” it’s all about the Olympics. We take a look at local athletes who will be competing in the Games, we speak to former athletes and we meet some coaches who help the athletes get there. “Chicago This Week” is a half-hour […]
WATCH: Chicago This Week — Episode 9
Text by Mary Grace Grabill Medill Reports In this episode of “Chicago This Week,” we celebrate Memorial Day with events throughout the city as we kick off the start to summer. A Mississippi State transfer joins Northwestern University’s football team. It’s time for the Crosstown Classic, and we talk to Chicago Cubs and White Sox […]
WATCH: Chicago This Week — Episode 8
Text by Mary Grace Grabill Medill Reports In this week’s episode of “Chicago This Week,” we explore changes at the Chicago Transit Authority. People celebrating Mexican Independence Day will now have a centralized location to enjoy the festivities. Northwestern Lacrosse is making its way into the history books with a star player. “Chicago This Week” […]
WATCH: Chicago This Week — Episode 7
Text by Kennedi Hewitt Medill Reports In this episode of “Chicago This Week,” we look back at Mayor Brandon Johnson’s first year in office. A new policy could limit how late local bars can serve alcohol, and we talked to a local golfer who will be playing in this week’s PGA tournament. “Chicago This Week” […]
WATCH: Chicago This Week — Episode 6
Text by Mary Grace Grabill Medill Reports On this episode of “Chicago this Week,” we talk to activists who are fighting to get permission to protest outside this summer’s Democratic National Convention. We meet two new NFL recruits who grew up in the Chicago area. We also take you to Mexico Fest. “Chicago This […]
WATCH: Chicago This Week — Episode 5
Text by Mary Grace Grabill Medill Reports On this episode of “Chicago This Week,” we have in-depth NFL draft coverage. Our reporters were in Detroit as the top picks were selected. Chicago Bears jersey sales break records. We also have new developments about protests on college campuses. “Chicago This Week” is a half-hour show that […]
WATCH: Chicago This Week — Episode 4
Text by Mary Grace Grabill Medill Reports In the latest episode of “Chicago This Week,” we report on a protest against police brutality. Activists are demanding justice for the death of Dexter Reed, who was shot 96 times during a traffic stop. We also have the latest on the NFL and WNBA drafts. And we […]