Why the Media Must Serve as the Backbone of Democracy
Thursday, April 23, 2026
5:00 p.m.
Frick Center, Founders Lounge
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Why the Media Must Serve as the Backbone of Democracy
Heather Cherone
Heather Cherone is a senior reporter for WTTW/Chicago PBS who covers Chicago and Illinois politics. Before joining WTTW, Cherone worked at The Daily Line as their City Hall reporter and managing editor. She also helped to launch DNAinfo Chicago, covered City Hall for that news organization, and covered politics in Los Angeles and Oakland, California. Cherone will speak at Elmhurst U. as part of a combined Partners in Peace and Teach-In event, whose focus this year is on democracy.
Partners in Peace Lecture and Teach-In
Admission is free and all are welcome