The silent self-confidence of Brendan Steele: How UCR bagged its best golfer in university history
By Jonathan Fernandez Medill Reports Brendan Steele flashed signs that he could be successful as a professional golfer as early as his college years at the University of California, Riverside. Although he didn’t look the part of a superstar golfer, he had a strong work ethic and improved his game every year. Despite Steele’s failure […]
UIC’s Cristian Lopez’s resilience comes to light on difficult journey
By Jack Savage Medill Reports When the moment comes to step onto the mound, University of Illinois Chicago’s Cristian Lopez takes off his hat and stares at the four phrases he has written on the inside of the bill. Cutthroat mentality. No fatigue. PVO (positive vibes only). Dance with fear. Each phrase embodies Lopez and […]
WATCH: Chicago artists bring life to streets, subway
By Lindsay Tanney Medill Reports The city of Chicago has implemented strict rules for street performers to play, which has led to the massive decrease in the city’s musical presence. The singing group The Official Remedy discusses what it’s like being a street performer in Chicago and how important it is to lift people’s spirits […]
Medill Newsmakers: Residents, organizations across Chicago join fight against hunger, food waste
By Raphael Hipos Medill Reports In 2020, 13.8 million households across the United States experienced food insecurity, which is defined as the inability to access quality food multiple times a day. A report by the Chicago Food Equity agenda shows that this phenomenon disproportionately affects members of the Black and Latino communities. This episode of […]
WATCH: Chicago This Week — Episode 3
This episode of “Chicago This Week” features reporting on the church fire in Englewood over Easter weekend, local entertainment including the recent Olivia Rodrigo concerts and the latest on NU women’s basketball player Veronica Burton going professional. “Chicago This Week” is a half-hour show that features news, sports, business and entertainment stories from around Chicago. […]
Power up your fingers to climb higher
By Gelsey Plaza Medill Reports Rock climbing’s debut in the Summer Olympics in Tokyo last year helped peak interest in the sport. After viewing videos of athletes hanging by their fingertips and even upside down, many people wanted to try climbing out for themselves. To increase your chances of sending a climb (that is, completing […]
WATCH: Exploring the differences between Cajun, Creole food
By: Angela Chen and Emily Maul New Orleans is known for its rich history, culture and cuisine. From jambalaya to shrimp and grits, these well-known dishes are often paired with the words “Cajun” and “Creole” on restaurant menus. But what does “Cajun” and “Creole” actually mean? And what is the difference in food? Medill reporters […]
WATCH: How owning house plants bloomed over the pandemic
By MacKenzie Coffman Medill Reports The demand for houseplants surged over the pandemic, as did rates of depression. While plants are not a cure-all, access to nature is correlated with improved mental and physical health. So is this plant ownership trend a symptom of pandemic isolation? Or is it part of an even larger movement […]
CTA accessibility promises fall short for people with disabilities
By Raphael Hipos Medill Reports The CTA advertises that 100% of its vehicles are accessible — buses have lifts, and most rapid transit stations have elevators and other features that make traveling more convenient for people living with disabilities. In practice, however, this is not always the case. Many people in the city who are […]
WATCH: Celebrating 185 years of Chicago
By Amber Cooper Medill Reports This year marks 185 years since Chicago officially became a city, a city filled with endless culture and history. A group of Chicagoans expressed their love and admiration for the place they call home. Video Transcript: Amber Cooper: Chi-Town, the Windy City, City of Big Shoulders, the city that works. […]