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 […]
WATCH: Off the Clock — Episode 2
By Alexia Kadota-Browner, Catie Lacovara, Amanda Pirkowski and Simone Roberts Medill Reports This week on “Off The Clock”: Our team covers Premier Lacrosse, learns how to develop simple healthy habits from a nutritionist and meets three former college athletes giving back by coaching the games they love. “Off the Clock” is a half-hour news […]
WATCH: Off the Clock — Episode 1
By Alexia Kadota-Browner, Catie Lacovara, Amanda Pirkowski and Simone Roberts Medill Reports This week on “Off The Clock”: Our team covers every facet of the NASCAR street race, a free workout at one of Chicago’s iconic landmarks and an organization helping college athletes after their athletic careers are over. “Off the Clock” is a half-hour […]
WATCH: Chicago This Week — Season 5, Episode 10
Medill Reports This week in Chicago: Our team takes a deep dive into ways new federal pressures affect Chicago’s systems and institutions, from universities to hospitals, police departments, immigration offices and more. “Chicago This Week” is a half-hour show that features news, sports, business and entertainment stories from around Chicago. All the producing, reporting, […]
WATCH: Chicago This Week — Season 5, Episode 9
Medill Reports This week in Chicago: We bring you a guide for the ultimate summer in Chicago. From musical festivals and arts shows to rec leagues and sporting events, we share all the ways to have fun in the sun. “Chicago This Week” is a half-hour show that features news, sports, business and entertainment […]
WATCH: Chicago This Week — Season 5, Episode 8
Medill Reports This week in Chicago: Cuts to Veterans Affairs spark backlash over Memorial Day weekend, and an ingredient in your energy drinks may be a silent killer. Plus, an NBA star rises from Canada. “Chicago This Week” is a half-hour show that features news, sports, business and entertainment stories from around Chicago. […]
WATCH: Chicago This Week — Season 5, Episode 7
Medill Reports This week in Chicago: Former President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with stage 4 cancer. Plus, the Crosstown Classic and Cowboy Carter come to town. “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 […]
WATCH: Chicago This Week — Season 5, Episode 6
Medill Reports This week in Chicago, we bring you a special show: “From Chicago to the Vatican: The Making of Pope Leo XIV.” Our reporters take you from his childhood into priesthood and finally to the Sistine Chapel. Have an inside look at the new pope’s Chicago roots. “Chicago This Week” is a half-hour show […]