This excerpt from “Unforgiving Places: The Unexpected Origins of American Gun Violence” explores what caused three lives to change forever.
Jens Ludwig: The unforgiving origins of Chicago gun violence
Category: Commentary
Clarence Page: Trump and Vance raise puzzling question at the Smithsonian. What’s ‘improper ideology’?
In his executive order, Trump called for reshaping the Smithsonian into a “symbol of inspiration and American greatness.”
Kenneth Seeskin: Passover is a celebration and challenge of our most essential human values
Passover’s significance is more than an observation of an actual event; it is a celebration and challenge.
David Greising: State action on pension reform is slow. That may prove auspicious in the end.
There are signs that some of the best ideas for pensions reform in Illinois might converge.
Mark Batinick: Illinois Republicans must embrace vote by mail or be left behind
In lower-turnout contests, Democrats have a massive advantage because they’ve built a reliable vote-by-mail base.
Sen. Willie Preston and Richard Wistocki: Why Illinois must lead on online safety
The Netflix miniseries “Adolescence” isn’t just a gripping drama to binge-watch over a weekend; it’s a wake-up call about the very real dangers kids on the internet face today. The show follows a 13-year-old boy accused of murdering a classmate, fueled by dark online influences. It’s an extreme example, but one that is sadly reflected […]
Eshan Dosani: Mobile homes are some of the best affordable housing, but Wall Street threatens their existence
Investors have acquired a fifth of the mobile home market nationwide — often hiking rents on residents with nowhere else to go.
Willie Wilson: President Donald Trump’s actions are inconsistent with true meaning of Easter
President Donald Trump and his allies are slashing lifesaving programs. These actions are antithetical to the teachings of Jesus Christ.
Sheldon H. Jacobson: Big winner in the new Mega Millions lottery is not the players
With changes in rules and structure, it’s an ideal time to provide context for what the new Mega Millions is offering.
Patrick Murphy: What being Cook County’s public guardian taught me about death and dignity
As Illinois lawmakers consider a medical aid in dying bill, it’s time for new debate on the philosophy and theology of dying.