Research Resources

The Chicago Tribune (1985-Present) provides complete full-text content of local and regional news, including community events, schools, politics, government policies, cultural activities, local companies, state industries, and people in the community. Paid advertisements are excluded.

The Tribune Historical Archives includes 2.5 million obituaries and death notices from 1849-1992.Three million clippings for major events from the 1920's-1992. Entire front pages from 1900-1992.

Essays that present multiple sides of a current issue, organized by category or individual topic. Research guides help students write an effective paper.