Laura Washington: Pope Leo XIV’s apology for slavery is a start. Now the church must seek atonement.
Pope Leo XIV must act on the church's mea culpa by crusading against the racist...
Commentary
Steve Chapman: Donald Trump the builder is even better at demolition
The most visible example is the East Wing of the White House. He said he...
Jeffery M. Leving: Although we wanted the same result in Elián González case, Raúl Castro was never an ally
I played a key role in what became a high-profile custody battle involving Raúl Castro,...
Susana Mendoza: CPS educators, we understand your frustration
Teachers want a voice in decisions that affect their lives and livelihoods.
Ald. Desmon Yancy: The city’s response to the recurring crisis of ‘teen takeovers’ is inadequate
Chicago's snap curfew debate in response to teen takeovers has consumed more than a year...
Daniel DePetris: Donald Trump will have high demands for whoever wins Colombia’s presidential election
The presidential election comes at a time when Colombia is experiencing a significant rise in...
Brendan Steinhauser and Brian J. A. Boyd: Pope Leo XIV is right about the risk posed by AI
The risks of advanced AI affect all of humanity, and we all must answer the...
Chuka Onuh and Dr. Amy Hanson: This summer, Chicago can help stop the tragedy of drownings
We believe Chicago has the opportunity to write a different story. But this is only...
Clarence Page: Democrats ruminate over an autopsy when they should be making hay
This seems like an ideal time for Democrats to make hay. Yet, they are having...
Faith leaders: Longer prison sentences alone cannot end gun violence in Chicago
We do not dispute that prosecuting violent offenders matters. What we dispute is the idea...