The Chicago broadcasting legend spent more than 7 decades on the air, working for 11 different stations.
Founder of the Eagle Forum, she was regarded as "a courageous and articulate voice for common sense and traditional values" by its members.
Mikva's long political career included stints in both the state and U.S. House of Representatives and as the White House Counsel.
Smith headed foundation honoring Chicago's first black mayor's legacy, remained active in civil rights causes, family members said.
Beloved boxer, champion of the world, discovered the Nation of Islam in Chicago and made his home in the city for a while. He died at 74.
Erwin Coyne also worked at the Hines Veterans Hospital.
Stuart was a die-hard Cubs fan and was the founding and long time Chairman of the Organic Theater Company.
A service for the World War II Navy veteran is Friday at Anshe Emet Synagogue at 1 p.m.
Mr. Ruxin practiced law at Isham Lincoln and Beale in Chicago and Jones Day Cleveland and Chicago.
Even in retirement, Msgr. Richard O'Donnell was "always a parish priest," fellow pastor recalls.
‘His voice will always be remembered.’ Fans of the radio favorite remember Doug Banks.
Born in Chicago, Hugh Hefner's younger brother was a longtime executive with Playboy and played a role in creating the Playboy Club.
She spent her childhood years in Chicago and worked at a Marshall Field's store after college. Nancy Reagan died Sunday at the age of 94.
Mr. Gutmann was a Navy Veteran of World War II and an avid photographer and longtime volunteer docent.