The Big Question: What’s the Meaning of the Universe? July 2, 2026 at 2:07 p.m. We asked U. of C. astrophysicist Dan Hooper, whose new book, At the Edge of Time, dives deep into the Big Bang.
Saba Endured Grief. Now He's Ready to Shine. July 2, 2026 at 2:47 p.m. After using his last album to process a cousin’s death, the rapper finds himself reenergized.
Jabari Parker Snuck into a Drake Concert at the United Center July 2, 2026 at 2:59 p.m. The new Bulls star also talks bad juju in Milwaukee, sticking up for D-Rose, and his pink Caddy.
Austin Vesely on Slice, George Saunders, and Making Chance the Rapper into a Werewolf July 2, 2026 at 2:59 p.m. The director's debut feature premiered last night and is streaming now.
Why There’s Still a Racial Achievement Gap at Oak Park and River Forest High School July 2, 2026 at 3:01 p.m. Steve James discusses his new docuseries America to Me, which examines why black students tend to lag behind even in the otherwise well-off, liberal suburb.
A Swank Spot to Have Lunch, If You Can Find It July 2, 2026 at 3:25 p.m. Once you make it there, nobody will act like you don't belong.
From Gunshot to Game-Winning Shot, Documentary Features Local Hoops Star July 2, 2026 at 3:28 p.m. With executive producers Dwyane Wade and Chance the Rapper, a documentary about the Orr Academy High School team premieres this month.
Craig Robinson on Going Vegan and Teaching Music in South Chicago July 2, 2026 at 3:45 p.m. The Chicago native brings a much-needed dose of levity to TV this fall with “Ghosted,” co-starring with Adam Scott.
Adulting Made Easy July 2, 2026 at 4:32 p.m. In his new Netflix series, Easy, filmmaker Joe Swanberg takes his signature hyperrealism up a notch.