ABC7 Chicago - Someone You Should Know
ABC7 Chicago - Someone You Should Know
Harry Porterfield's ''Someone You Should Know'' airs on Tuesdays and Thursdays during ABC7 News at 5 p.m. Porterfield created the series in 1977 at WBBM-TV and has since then profiled some 2,000 subjects from individuals to organizations.
Video Podcast Someone You Should Know July 30, 2009
Nicole Mitchell believes she is one with her instrument. And when you listen to her perform, you have to agree.
Video Podcast Someone You Should Know July 30, 2009
On Thursday, July 30, 2009, Harry Porterfield finished his last report for ABC7 Chicago.
Video Podcast Someone You Should Know July 28, 2009
In the past two years, Nancy Dolatowski has crocheted hundreds of blankets for hospitalized veterans.
Video Podcast Someone You Should Know July 23, 2009
Each day, Victor Lopez finds himself living another chapter of his rebirth. Convicted in a street gang homicide at 16 years old, he spent 23 years in prison where he developed his artistic ability.
Video Podcast Someone You Should Know July 21, 2009
The stride of a horse can be a soothing feeling for riders of all ages, and for those with disabilities, riding a horse can be very therapeutic as well.
Video Podcast Someone You Should Know July 16, 2009
A program in Chicago's University Village community is working to keep young girls off the streets by getting them involved in projects and activities that can help later in life.
Video Podcast Someone You Should Know July 14, 2009
There is a big band in Chicago that's making history along with its years of making music.
Video Podcast Someone You Should Know July 9, 2009
You're never too old to find a new hobby or develop a new skill.
Video Podcast Someone You Should Know July 7, 2009
Michael Jackson had millions of fans- but only one kindergarten teacher.
Video Podcast Someone You Should Know July 2, 2009
West Town Bikes in Chicago's Humboldt Park community is putting some neighborhood teenagers to work.
Video Podcast Someone You Should Know June 30, 2009
A young woman from northwest Indiana just might be the next great supermodel.
Video Podcast Someone You Should Know June 25, 2009
Lillian Friedberg has struck a beat with young people. Friedberg has combined her passion for teaching with her love of playing African drums.
Video Podcast Someone You Should Know June 23, 2009
A south suburban doctor has a career away from her career-- and she's passionate about both!
Video Podcast Someone You Should Know June 18, 2009
Toothpicks can hardly be called building blocks, but in the hands of Wayne Kusy --that's exactly what they become.
Video Podcast Someone You Should Know June 18, 2009
Toothpicks can hardly be called building blocks, but in the hands of Wayne Kusy --that's exactly what they become.
Video Podcast Someone You Should Know June 16, 2009
American servicemen and women in far off places will soon welcome items suburban volunteers are packing up today.
Video Podcast Someone You Should Know June 11, 2009
The South Shore Opera Company is on a mission. This group of musicians wants to get people who normally would not think about the opera to attend their performances.
Video Podcast Someone You Should Know June 9, 2009
After spending half a century at St. Agatha's School, Alma Sims was honored for her commitment to teaching.
Video Podcast Someone You Should Know June 4, 2009
Matt Lamb is spreading his message of peace through art and umbrellas.