Health
Chicago’s Mental Health Care Plan Invests in Services, Not Yet Reopening Clinics
In 2012, Mayor Rahm Emanuel’s administration closed half of the city’s clinics. Mayor Lori Lightfoot campaigned on reopening the centers but has focused her tenure so far on investing in organizations that provide mental health services.
Science & Nature
'Ten Simple Rules' to Make Science More Inclusive
A DePaul University environmental scientist offers suggestions on how to broaden participation in STEM amongst underrepresented groups.
Society
Five Ideas That Can Change the Conversation About Poverty
As part of WTTW's FIRSTHAND: Living in Poverty, five experts offer their take on issues related to poverty. Here are some takeaways.
Business
Since 1957, La Criolla Has Brought Latin Flavor to Chicago
When Avelino Maldonado started his spice distribution company in Chicago, the biggest waves of Latino immigrants had yet to arrive. Sixty-four years later, Latinos comprise nearly 30% of the city’s population, and La Criolla’s new owners hope to bring their Latin flavor to another generation of cooks.
For parents
How to Make Geography Part of Your Child's World
The most valuable piece of art in our house is a cheap, colorful map of the United States that hangs above our kitchen table. As a learning tool, it's priceless. Over the years, we've used that map to play geography games and dream about future travels.
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