Richard Requena
Stories by Richard Requena
Local Music Venue Owners Reflect On Pandemic Year
Music venues are now allowed to operate at full capacity. How are they preparing to take back the summer when the past year has been so tough?
Safety Tips For Swimming In Lake Michigan This Summer
What you need to know before you hit the beach this summer.
Are There Bigger Changes Needed On Lake Shore Drive?
Lake Shore Drive might be getting a new name depending on how the City Council votes, but what if we just got rid of it and started over?
Why This Year’s Pride Month Celebrations Include Protests
Pride Month is known for its celebrations, but organizers are still protesting for more diverse voices to be heard.
Chicago Suburbs Hit By Tornado, Flattening Several Houses
Sunday night’s tornado damaged more than a hundred homes in southwest suburban Naperville, Woodridge and Darien.
Dovetail Project Celebrates The Joys Of Fatherhood
Hundreds of young men have gone through the Dovetail Project to get the skills and support they need to be better fathers.
Asian Carp To Get New Name
The invasive species could face its biggest challenge if it gets to your dinner plate.
Recap Of VP Harris’ Talks In Mexico And Guatemala
The vice president on Tuesday completed her first foreign trip to speak with leaders in Mexico and Guatemala on root causes of migration.
Rideshare Apps Are Exceedingly Expensive, Now More Than Ever
The cost per ride has doubled and even tripled in some cases the last few months in Chicago and the suburbs.