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    Chicago Loop Alliance: A Conversation with Dr. Suzet McKinney

    July 16, 2026
    Chicago Loop Alliance: A Conversation with Dr. Suzet McKinney is a special presentation featuring an in-depth conversation between CLA Board Chair Kemena Brooks and the organization’s newly appointed President and CEO. Dr. McKinney shares her vision for the future of the Loop, outlining the strategic priorities, goals, and roadmap she sees for strengthening Chicago’s iconic downtown district.
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    Together Towards Peace

    July 2, 2026
    In this special presentation of Together Towards Peace, a partnership between the Vivo Foundation and the Praxis Institute, young leaders from across the city speak honestly about gun violence, trauma, and the path toward healing.
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    Affording the Dream: A UNCF Town Hall

    April 27, 2026
    In this episode of Affording the Dream: A UNCF Education Town Hall, UNCF leads a discussion with education leaders and community voices on rising tuition costs, student debt, financial aid navigation, and expanding access to higher education.
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    The Exit Interview

    April 17, 2026
    In this episode of The Exit Interview, outgoing Chicago Inspector General Deborah Witzburg sits down for a one-on-one conversation covering her tenure, high-profile investigations, and the growing tensions inside City Hall that marked her time in office. The discussion examines what her departure means for the future of independent oversight in Chicago.
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    State of Aging

    February 19, 2026
    In this special presentation of State of Aging, experts, advocates, caregivers, and older adults come together for an honest conversation about what it means to age in Chicago today, examining the challenges, breakthroughs, and opportunities that shape health and connection in later life.
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    9th Congressional Candidate Town Hall Presented by Chicago Newsroom 2.0

    February 14, 2026
    Chicago Newsroom 2.0 is bringing the candidates directly to you. Watch the leading contenders for the 9th Congressional District make their case for your vote. Voters will hear directly from the candidates competing to represent Chicago in Congress. Tune in to see who has what it takes to earn your support.
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    50 Voices of a Nation

    December 23, 2025
    50 Voices of a Nation examines the aftermath of the 2024 presidential election and the return of Donald Trump to the White House. As policies on immigration, trade, and government reshape daily life across the country, this episode introduces The 50—The Fulcrum’s four-year project traveling to every state to listen to voters, understand what drove their choices, and ask whether the administration is delivering on their expectations in a deeply divided nation.
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    America Scores: Red Carpet Poetry Slam 2025

    May 7, 2025
    Join us at the ‘America SCORES Chicago Red Carpet Poetry Slam’ to celebrate the magical fusion of creativity and athletics that has empowered youth for over two decades. This special event highlights the talents of Poet-Athletes who have thrived through our unique blend of soccer, poetry, and service-learning programs. Witness the incredible skills and heartfelt expressions of these young individuals as they showcase their abilities in poetry and soccer, demonstrating the powerful impact of integrating sports and the arts in youth development.
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    The Audit: Black Women in Leadership Post George Floyd

    April 24, 2025
    The third episode of the docuseries The Audit: Black Women in Leadership Post George Floyd. The conversation explores how, in the wake of George Floyd’s murder, companies rushed to appoint Black women to executive roles as a show of progress—often without the structural support necessary for long-term success. Panelists unpack the consequences of these decisions, the burdens placed on these leaders, and the broader implications for equity, accountability, and real systemic change.
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