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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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2nd Congressional Candidate Town Hall Presented by Chicago Newsroom 2.0
February 13, 2026
Leading contenders for Illinois’ 2nd Congressional District made their case to voters in a must-see town hall, sharing their vision for Chicago’s future. It’s a rare opportunity to hear directly from the people seeking your vote — unfiltered and in their own words.
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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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The Audit: Black Women in Leadership Post George Floyd
April 17, 2025
The second 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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The Audit: Black Women in Leadership Post George Floyd
April 10, 2025
The first 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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