By Jenna Mayzouni Medill Reports Bashar al-Assad’s reign over Syria ended on Dec. 8, when opposition forces took the city of Damascus. The Assad government committed
By Tom O’Connor Medill Reports Campaigner, journalist and peace activist Emma DeSouza spoke with Medill Reports in Chicago while touring the U.S. to deliver a
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
By Layna Hong Medill Reports Five years after the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, anti-mask legislation is sweeping across the country. With growing pro-Palestinian activism,
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
By Grace Friedman Medill Reports Tears, applause, tributes and bagpipers playing “Amazing Grace” filled the Illinois State Library earlier this month as families, police colleagues
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
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
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
Medill Reports This week in Chicago: A local cardinal heads to the conclave. Plus, Illinois honors fallen officers and a high school softball pitcher with