VIDEO: How a 1968 protest at Northwestern University still resonates
By Kira Boyd EVANSTON, IL — In 1968, a protest movement was growing at America’s colleges, and at Northwestern University, students were making their voices heard by staging numerous demonstrations at the Evanston campus. One of the most notable protests of that year was the bursar’s office sit-in. Debra Hill, Adrianne Hayward and Sandra Hill were […]
Hastert pleads not guilty; lawyers given deadline to waive judge on impartiality
By Taylor Hall Former U.S. House Speaker Dennis Hastert pleaded not guilty Tuesday to federal charges that he evaded bank regulations and lied to the FBI after withdrawing money to pay someone to compensate for and to conceal his alleged past misconduct. His first appearance since the indictment was brought against him on May 28, […]
Italy protects food with geographic names
By Yimian Wu Italy’s Trade Agency on Tuesday kicked off a three-year plan of promoting authentic Italian foods and beverages and fighting “Italian sounding” products that are actually made in the U.S. Speaking to the press at FMI Connect, a food and beverage trade show at McCormick Place in Chicago, Carlo Calenda, the Italian vice minister for Economic Development, said […]
VIDEO: CPS treats the sexes differently when it comes to single-sex education
By Julie Woon There are two single-sex charter schools within the Chicago Public School system, one for boys and one for girls. Both boast incredible graduation rates and success among their students. But as the all-boys charter has expanded to three different campuses with 2000 students, some wonder why the all-girls school hasn’t been able […]
Restaurants benefit from improving economy
By Siyuan Du Restaurant sales are projected to rise nearly 4 percent to a record high in 2015, but gains continue to be subdued in the post-recession period. The National Restaurant Association projects 2015 restaurant industry sales will hit a record $709.2 billion, up from $683.1 billion in 2014. Adjusted for inflation, sales are projected […]
PETRO PERIL: The changing landscape of oil by rail
5 crude oil derailments in 2013. 10 derailments in 2014. 4 derailments within one month in 2015. At this rate, the U.S. is on track to have its worst year for oil-carrying train derailments. By Ezra Kaplan Over 40 crude oil-filled trains, each a mile long, roll through Chicago every week, according to documents obtained […]
PETRO PERIL: The cross-country odyssey of Bakken crude
By Bryce Gray RELATED STORIES Three months after derailment, Bakken crude still fuels concerns in town VIDEO: Concerns over safety of fuel-carrying trains in wake of Galena Oil by rail: a changing landscape From its Late Devonian and Early Mississippian resting place of some 300 million years, the light, sweet crude of “Bakken gold” is […]
VIDEO: Census data analysis shows Chicago is the country’s most segregated city
By Courtney Dillard The Windy City wins another title, but residents might not be proud of this one. Chicago is the most segregated in America, according to a new analysis of U.S. Census Data by Nate Silver, founder and editor of the Five Thirty Eight blog.
PETRO PERIL: Three months after train derailment in Galena, volatile crude still fuels concerns
By Taylor Hall RELATED STORIES VIDEO: Concerns over safety of fuel-carrying trains in wake of Galena derailment Bakken crude’s cross-country odyssey. Oil by rail: a changing landscape GALENA, Ill.– It was a slow day at the Chestnut Mountain Ski Resort when bartender Hannah Davidson glanced out the dining room’s wraparound window and watched the afternoon […]
PETRO PERIL VIDEO: Concerns over safety of fuel-carrying trains in wake of Galena
By Andrew Fowler RELATED STORIES Three months after derailment, Bakken crude still fuels concerns in town Bakken crude’s cross-country odyssey. Oil by rail: a changing landscape On March 5, a train carrying crude oil from North Dakota derailed just south of Galena, Illinois adding it to a growing list of towns where similar accidents have […]