Clarence Page: Don’t worry, Ken, there’s room in Barbie’s worldThe rise of Barbie’s prominence might make anti-feminists nervous, but there’s still room for everyone in America, if we work on it. August 02, 2023
Howard Learner: Let’s get serious about climate change solutions for ChicagolandMidwestern scientists tell us that there will be more to extreme weather to come. Here are six things we can do to make a difference. August 02, 2023
Letters: Despite Paul Vallas’ claims in his op-ed, Cook County courts are ready for the end to cash bailCook County’s criminal court system stands ready to successfully implement the end of money bond. August 02, 2023
Editorial: Chicago needs an international tourism campaign that stresses safetyEven in the West Bank, people hear Chicago and say "dangerous." It's a perception we have to change. August 01, 2023
Leelila Strogov: Because recruited college athletes enjoy an admissions advantage, they should have to playIf recruitment to a college sports team gives an advantage in admissions, then it should be a binding contract that comes with liability. August 01, 2023
Sophia Van Pelt: Illinois juvenile detention centers can hide mistreatment behind FOIA exclusionUnder Illinois law, the public is unable to learn more about instances of misconduct in juvenile detention facilities. August 01, 2023
Daniel DePetris: What should the US do to normalize ties between Israel and Saudi Arabia?The most problematic aspect of a potential Israeli-Saudi deal, is what the U.S. would have to concede to make it happen. August 01, 2023
Letters: Op-ed attacking Kim Foxx’s tenure as Cook County lacks logic and relies on lazy argumentsIf we are going to get results we have never gotten, we have to try doing things differently than we always have. August 01, 2023
Letters: Airline pilot misrepresents facts in op-ed criticizing plan to raise retirement age for pilotsThe overwhelming causes of pilot incapacitation events are foodborne illnesses and laser strikes, none of which are age-related. July 31, 2023
Nubia Willman: How we can ensure Chicago remains a welcoming city for displaced peopleThis is the moment to create a long-term resettlement infrastructure in Chicago that supports migrants regardless of their background. July 31, 2023
Laura Washington: CTA leaders are far removed from the realities of mass transit in ChicagoMany CTA leaders earn six-figure salaries, while passengers are made up of essential workers who must rely on a broken system. July 31, 2023
Editorial: O’Hare’s new global terminal can’t come fast enough. But will American Airlines hang in there?O’Hare’s new global terminal can’t come fast enough. But will American Airlines retain enough international service in Chicago to make it work? July 31, 2023
Michael J. Elliott: Property tax loophole should be closed so residents can benefit from Bears stadium projectIllinois should tighten the property tax loophole to allow taxpayers to experience property tax relief when new buildings are erected. July 31, 2023
Letters: Members of one party are putting their heads in the sand as climate change effects get worseThere is one political party that promotes the increased use of fossil fuels and more gas and oil pipelines. July 30, 2023
Esther Franco-Payne and Gillian Darlow: It’s time to bring community violence intervention to scale in ChicagoGetting violence prevention programs to the Chicago communities that are asking for them will require everyone to work together. July 30, 2023
Editorial: For those working so hard to turn the tide on gun violence, we offer our gratitudeAs the Tribune wraps up its series on gun violence, we conclude that the police cannot lower crime by themselves. It is the job of the entire city. July 30, 2023
Opinion series: Turning the tide on Chicago’s gun violenceThis four part series examines the reality of crime in Chicago and shares stories from residents and organizations who are stepping up to stop the violence. July 30, 2023
John Schmidt: The new police superintendent must connect with Chicago communities to do the job A strong new superintendent, with the right support, can engage the city in bringing down violence here as other cities have. July 30, 2023
Tom Vanden Berk: How the modern gun safety movement is breaking the cycle of violenceIllinois lawmakers must continue to support common-sense policies that will help reduce gun violence. July 30, 2023
Letters: Advice for Israel’s Supreme CourtThis would preserve and strengthen Israeli democracy instead of Israeli society being forced to kowtow to legislative fiat. July 29, 2023