VIDEO: Snow shoveling tips to protect the heart
By Michaela Meaney Ten people died this week in Cook County after shoveling snow. Professionals in both the health and landscaping industry weigh in on how to keep your heart safe while out shoveling.
VIDEO: “Decorative board up” in Humboldt Park puts new face on vacant properties
By Michaela Meaney Many of Chicago’s vacant properties are subject to crime – or worse – demolition. The Neighborhood Foundation, a Bridgeport-based organization, is working to change that in Humboldt Park with something called “decorative board up.”
VIDEO: Oscar nominations spark debate on diversity
By Michaela Meaney The Oscar nominations are in and the results? A lack of diversity, say some critics. Entertainment professionals at Second City give their opinion on the lack of diversity and what that says about the industry as a whole.
VIDEO: “Un-farm” produces local food in nontraditional ways
By Michaela Meaney As locally produced food increases in popularity, new ways to grow it are also on the rise. FarmedHere is an indoor, vertical farm right outside of Chicago that uses aquaponics to grow USDA-certified organic greens.
