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A special piece of cinema history has been unveiled. Seven years before Orson Welles would embark on the production of his legendary directorial debut Citizen Kane, he shot one of his earliest short films, capturing his production of William Shakespeare's Twelfth Night. The year was 1933 and Welles, only 17 years old, returned to his

What a beautiful Chicago evening it was on May 27, 1933. Crowds had begun gathering at the fairground earlier that day, for this was an event they had

Week of May 21-27, 2023 What a beautiful Chicago evening it was on May 27, 1933. Crowds had begun gathering at the fairground earlier that day, for this was an event they had awaited for many years. Much as they do today, event organizers had engaged the services of a famous star to throw the

Chicago's leaders - including those with the Women's Chicago Beautiful Association - did their best to scrub the city's image ahead of the Century of Progress World's Fair in 1933.

Reformers were aiming to root out corruption with the advent of the 50-ward system in 1923, but illegal backroom deals have remained all too common for a legislative body that has otherwise seen massive change.

(The Center Square) – Illinois may be getting a new state flag under a proposal by state Sen. Doris Turner. The flag of the city of Chicago is so popular that people get the design tattooed on their arms. In contrast, t...

King, the only woman challenging Mayor Lori Lightfoot, argues her rivals represent an overly polarized view of the issues.

The Thorne rooms are on display as a part of the museum's holiday celebrations.

Most American cities have their own flags, but few are as famous or as well-known as the city of Chicago’s, which has flown proudly over the city for more...

King is the third City Council member to announce a challenge to Lightfoot.