| Source | CBS Local |
|---|---|
| Original Load Date | Sept. 10, 2026, 11 p.m. |
| Last Updated | Sept. 10, 2026, 11 p.m. |
| Original URL | https://www.cbsnews.com/chicago/news/patti-smith-harold-washington-literary-award/ |
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Chicago native and "Godmother of Punk" Patti Smith was back in her hometown on
Thursday night to receive this year's Harold Washington Literary Award.
The award, named for the city's first Black mayor, is intended to recognize
"diverse and stimulating authors who address issues of contemporary life...