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journalism
The Crime of the Century – The Supermodel, The Architect, And the Insane Millionaire
McHenry College 8900 U.S. Highway 14, Crystal LakeClick here to read more about this amazing story! At the dawn of the 20th century, America was riveted by the first celebrity murder case in America. The murderer was famous and so was the victim and so was the … Continue reading
Journalism In The Movies
Lake Forest Library 360 E. Deerpath Road, Lake Forest, IL, United StatesI am proud to introduce a brand new series about classic cinema: "Journalism in the Movies." Stories about newspaper reporters are tailor made for the big screen. Reporters can face daunting odds, corrupt politicians, complex conspiracies, violent criminals and personal danger while … Continue reading
Journalism In The Movies
Lake Forest Library 360 E. Deerpath Road, Lake Forest, IL, United StatesI am proud to introduce a brand new series about classic cinema: "Journalism in the Movies." Stories about newspaper reporters are tailor made for the big screen. Reporters can face daunting odds, corrupt politicians, complex conspiracies, violent criminals and personal danger while … Continue reading
Barbara Walters: First Superstar Women TV Reporter
Patty Turner Center 375 Elm Street, Deerfield, United StatesBarbara Walters: First Superstar Women TV ReporterBarbara Walters was the first superstar woman television news reporter. Fighting against many barriers, she opened the door for women to be taken seriously as news anchors and news reporters on broadcast television. As … Continue reading
The Sam Sheppard Murder Case – Victim or Liar
North Shore Senior Center 161 Northfield Road, NorthfieldThey were the All-American family: a handsome, highly respected doctor, his beautiful, athletic and pregnant wife, and their adorable son. They lived in the lovely town of Bay Village Ohio. They had a comfortable home, a secure place in the … Continue reading
The Crime of the Century – The Supermodel, The Architect, And the Insane Millionaire
Fremont Public Library 1170 N. Midlothian Road, Mundelein, IL, United StatesClick here to read more about this amazing story! At the dawn of the 20th century, America was riveted by the first celebrity murder case in America. Every element of this story is fascinating! The murderer was already famous and … Continue reading
Eleanor Roosevelt – First Lady of The World
North Shore Senior Center 161 Northfield Road, NorthfieldEleanor Roosevelt - First Lady Of The World Any discussion of the most influential First Ladies has to start with Eleanor Roosevelt. America had popular First Ladies (Dolley Madison, Frances Cleveland America had First Ladies who worked to help others. … Continue reading
Benjamin Franklin
Lake Forest Library 360 E. Deerpath Road, Lake Forest, IL, United StatesBenjamin Franklin has been called "The First American." Certainly there is no life that can compare to his. He was one of the most successful businessmen in American history. Although he started in poverty grew to phenomenal well. He was … Continue reading
Ernie Pyle – The Voice Of G.I. Joe
North Shore Senior Center 161 Northfield Road, NorthfieldErnie Pyle was one of the greatest reporters in American history. after writing one of the most popular and widely published newspaper columns in the USA, he became the voice of the average infantry soldier during World War II. In … Continue reading
Dorothy Kilgallen
Dorothy Kilgallen is best remembered today as a somewhat flinty regular panelist on the game show, "I've Got a Secret." However, this groundbreaking woman was a pioneer in journalism. And her role in attacking the conclusions of the Warren Commission … Continue reading