Since 1994, Chicago Magazine has "honored a handful of people whose actions have changed life in the region for the better." Who are this year's Chicagoans of the year? According to Chicago Magazine, they are "Our Chicagoans of the Year for 2007 are a champion of the disabled, an African American publisher, a world-renowned chef, a mother who turned loss into hope, a lifesaving animal lover, a kid helping other kids, and a longtime advocate of tolerance and diversity."

Starting today, CLTV will be airing a half-hour special featuring the honorees. If you missed any profiles, or want to see them again, you can watch them here on the blog.