Steve Albini on the Influence of Punk Rock

Clip: S2024 | 41s | WTTW News interviewed music maker Steve Albini on Aug. 30, 2001. (41s)

Prescribed Burn at a Chicago Park

Clip: S2024 | 24s | Winnemac Park undergoes a prescribed burn. (24s)

New Exhibit at Shedd Aquarium Highlights Ecosystems

Clip: S2024 | 28s | A glimpse of “Wonder of Water” at Shedd Aquarium. (28s)

Sucker Fish in Shedd Aquarium’s Great Lakes Exhibit

Clip: S2024 | 9s | Karen Murchie talks about a sucker fish at Shedd Aquarium. (9s)

Sandhill Cranes Migrate Over Chicago

Clip: S2024 | 37s | Sandhill cranes spotted flying over Chicago’s North Side. (37s)

Brookfield Zoo Animals Celebrate First Snow

Clip: S2024 | 18s | Brookfield Zoo bears enjoy the first snowfall. (18s)

Native Plants Provide Alternative to Grass Lawns

Clip: S2024 | 35s | A look at options for Chicago-area homeowners beyond traditional lawns. (35s)

Votes Are Tallied on Chicago's Official City Bird

Clip: S2024 | 5m 19s | Closing arguments on the best pick for Chicago's city bird. (5m 19s)

Chicago Bird Debate Takes Flight

Clip: S2024 | 5m 12s | The debate over Chicago's next official bird. (5m 12s)

CT Scans of Field Museum Mummies Offers New Insight

Clip: S2024 | 55s | CT scan of the Field Museum's Harwa mummy (55s)

WTTW News Explains: The Illinois Assault Weapons Ban

Clip: S2024 | 2m 3s | WTTW News Explains how an assault weapons ban works in Illinois. (2m 3s)

AFSCME Local 1866 President on Stateville Closure

Clip: S2024 | 14s | Workers lined up outside of Stateville Correctional Center to oppose the prison closure. (14s)

Turtle Mating Dance in Lincoln Park

Clip: S2024 | 37s | It’s one thing to read about the male turtle’s mating “dance.” It’s another to witness it. (37s)

WTTW News Explains: How Did Redlining Work in Chicago?

Clip: S2024 | 2m 32s | Redlining is the act of denying people access to credit because of where they live and who they are. (2m 32s)

Pro-Palestine Demonstrators on Ashland Avenue

Clip: S2024 | 10s | Pro-Palestine protesters gathered on Ashland Avenue across from Union Park. (10s)

Balloons Drop on Final Night of 2024 Democratic National Convention

Clip: S2024 | 9s | Balloons drop after Vice President Kamala Harris accepts the Democratic nomination. (9s)

Uncommitted Delegates Push for Palestinian Representation

Clip: S2024 | 35s | Some DNC delegates are demonstrating in support of Palestinian representation. (35s)

Chicago Ald. William Hall Delivers Prayer at DNC

Clip: S2024 | 2m 28s | Ald. William Hall delivered the closing prayer during Wednesday’s session of the DNC. (2m 28s)

Bagpiper Along the Chicago River Near DNC

Clip: S2024 | 30s | A bagpiper plays along the Chicago River for DNC delegates. (30s)

Protesters in Chicago Call for End of War in Gaza

Clip: S2024 | 13s | Protesters march through Chicago on Aug. 21, 2024, the third day of the DNC. (13s)

Illinois Roll Call at DNC in Chicago

Clip: S2024 | 1m 1s | Gov. J.B. Pritzker surrounded by the Illinois delegation during the roll call vote on Aug. 20, 2024. (1m 1s)

Mariachi Group Plays for DNC Attendees

Clip: S2024 | 17s | DNC attendees in Chicago hear the musical stylings of a mariachi band. (17s)

Brandon Johnson Praises Chicago, Kamala Harris at DNC

Clip: S2024 | 3m 50s | Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson spoke at the first night of the Democratic National Convention. (3m 50s)

Swarms of Dragonflies Along Lake Michigan in Chicago

Clip: S2024 | 14s | Dragonflies are on the move along Lake Michigan in Chicago. (Patty Wetli / WTTW News) (14s)

How to Check Whether Your Sunglasses are Polarized

Clip: S2024 | 17s | A quick way to check whether your sunglasses are polarized (17s)

Damen Green Line Station Opens

Clip: S2024 | 54s | A new CTA station station on the Green Line opened at Damen. (54s)

Annual Dixon Brotherhood Reunion Meets in Calumet Woods

Clip: S2024 | 2m 16s | The event was born out of a need to network for jobs and housing and to build social connections. (2m 16s)

Endangered Zebra Born at Brookfield Zoo

Clip: S2024 | 26s | A baby Grevy’s zebra has been born at Brookfield Zoo. (26s)

Creature Spotted in North Pond That Fishermen Think Is an Alligator

Clip: S2024 | 1m 1s | A creature splashes around North Pond at night. (1m 1s)

Beluga Calf Born at Shedd Aquarium

Clip: S2024 | 33s | A 35-year-old beluga whale, Naya, gave birth to a calf at Chicago's Shedd Aquarium this week. (33s)

Joe Walsh Implores Fellow Republicans to Vote Against Donald Trump

Clip: S2024 | 13s | Former Illinois Republican congressman Joe Walsh calls Donald Trump a threat to democracy. (13s)

Illinois Delegation Reacts to J.D. Vance's Speech at RNC

Clip: S2024 | 36s | Illinois delegates and state GOP leaders react to Wednesday’s address by U.S. Sen. J.D. Vance. (36s)

Dennis Quaid on Upcoming Chicago Concert

Clip: S2024 | 2m 8s | Actor Dennis Quaid on his upcoming roles and pull toward music. (2m 8s)

Bobblehead Hall of Fame Commemorates 2024 Political Conventions

Clip: S2024 | 1m 23s | The National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum reveals new 2024 RNC and DNC designs. (1m 23s)

US Rep. Mary Miller Decries Attention on Climate Change

Clip: S2024 | 43s | U.S. Rep. Mary Miller on climate change and "demonized" CO2. (43s)

Milwaukee Businesses Hope for a Boost From RNC

Clip: S2024 | 1m 31s | How the RNC is affecting Milwaukee's cheese and brat businesses. (1m 31s)

Columbus Police Release Body Cam Footage of Fatal Milwaukee Shooting

Clip: S2024 | 29s | Columbus police officers fatally shot a man with a knife near the RNC in Milwaukee. (29s)

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Clip: S2024 | 1m 8s | As the RNC began its second day, small demonstrations and digital billboard trucks could be seen. (1m 8s)

Sen. Tim Scott Calls Out Chicago During RNC

Clip: S2024 | 26s | Sen. Tim Scott of South Carolina referenced Chicago during his RNC speech. (26s)

Polka Kings Perform at the 2024 RNC

Clip: S2024 | 36s | The Polka Kings roll out the barrel for RNC attendees at the official Convention Fest. (36s)

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Clip: S2024 | 22s | Piping plovers nest at Montrose Beach in Chicago. (22s)

Chicagoans Join First Major RNC Protest in Milwaukee

Clip: S2024 | 45s | The two-hour march remained peaceful and calm as demonstrators snaked through downtown Milwaukee. (45s)

New Window Film Installed at McCormick Place to Reduce Bird Collisions

Clip: S2024 | 15s | New window coverings aim to reduce bird collisions at McCormick Place. (15s)

Rep. Mike Quigley Calls on Biden to End Reelection Campaign

Clip: S2024 | 25s | U.S. Rep. Mike Quigley is calling on President Joe Biden to step aside in his reelection bid. (25s)

Pritzker Says He's 'All in for Joe Biden' as Presidential Nominee

Clip: S2024 | 20s | Gov. J.B. Pritzker said "of course" President Joe Biden is up to serving another term. (20s)

Bronzeville Mural Showcases African American History

Clip: S2024 | 1m 28s | A mural in Bronzeville reflects on the past while looking to the future. (1m 28s)

CFD Demonstrates Dangers of Fireworks

Clip: S2024 | 1m 31s | Fire safety officials stage a demonstration on July 1, 2024, showing the dangers of fireworks. (1m 31s)

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Clip: S2024 | 11s | Imani foraging along Montrose Beach on June 21, 2024. (11s)

WTTW News Explains: What Exactly Does a Chicago Alderperson Do?

Clip: S2024 | 2m 30s | They are officially known as alderpeople. But what exactly do they do? WTTW News explains. (2m 30s)