In the Loop (Segments)

Reset gets the latest on the Delta variant and the rise in COVID-19 cases in Illinois and across the U.S.

In over three decades working in a largely white-male dominated profession, Annette Nance-Holt has risen to the top. As Chicago’s first female Fire Commissioner, she’s vowed to create a Fire Department that reflects its communities. Reset finds out what changes the trailblazing commissioner hopes to bring to CFD.

Recently the Chicago Park District, and now the city of Evanston, are facing allegations by lifeguards of ongoing sexual harassment and abuse on-the-job. WBEZ’s Dan Mihalopoulos, who broke the Evanston story, joins Reset to discuss allegations of misconduct and harassment among lifeguards in Evanston and Chicago.

Reset checks in with Shermann “Dilla” Thomas, WBEZ’s latest regular contributor who will share slices of Chicago history with Lisa Labuz.

As long as there have been quilts, they’ve chronicled our collective history with messages that mapped freedom for runaway slaves, highlighted political issues, supported fundraising and social movements, and more. Reset checks in with the Chicago Modern Quilt Guild. The group is showcasing some of its best designs over the past decade in a new book, “Modern Quilts in the Second City: Ten Years of...

Reset talks to one of the organizer’s behind this year’s Chinatown Summer Fair, one of the largest Asian American heritage celebrations in the Midwest. The two-event kicks off July 31 at 2200 S. Wentworth Ave.

Lightfoot administration departures continue with resignation of two commissioners. Chicago Police Supt. David Brown and Gov. JB Pritzker stop by the White House this week for presidential meetings. Plus, COVID-19 infections are rising again in parts of the state. Reset goes behind the headlines with local journalists on the Weekly News Recap.

Quilts have chronicled our collective history with messages that mapped freedom for runaway slaves, highlighted political issues, supported fundraising and social movements, and more. Reset checks in with the Chicago Modern Quilt Guild. The group is showcasing some of its best designs over the past decade in a new book, “Modern Quilts in the Second City: Ten Years of the Chicago Modern Quilt Guild...

In a scathing rebuke of Springfield lawmakers, the Legislative Inspector General — a watchdog of the Illinois General Assembly — quit her post, calling the position “a paper tiger.” Reset sits down with Carol Pope about why she resigned, and what she thinks it would take for true ethics reform in Springfield.

Our weekly Food Friday series continues with viral vegan food. Joanne Molinaro, also known as “The Korean Vegan” shares her process from making simple snacks to telling heartwarming stories about her childhood.

Steve Dawson is one of Chicago’s most respected musicians. But after a series of personal losses, Dawson had to work hard to rediscover his creative drive. He did, with the help of famed singer and songwriter Patty Griffin. Reset talks to Dawson about the rebirth of his creativity, and how it led to his new album, At The Bottom Of A Canyon In the Branches Of A Tree.

A new automated checkout system at Chicago’s Midway International Airport might create a seamless shopping experience for some travelers, but what does an increased reliance on artificial intelligence mean for jobs and privacy? Reset digs into those questions and more.

Mayor Lori Lightfoot campaigned on a promise to reform the Chicago Police Department. On Thursday she announced that some 911 calls would now be answered by mental health professionals, rather than police. Reset talks to the head of the Chicago chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Illness.

Reset brings on experts to discuss what you need to know about the advance payments and opens the phones to listeners to hear about how the funds will help their families.

Many new moms don’t get diagnosed or receive adequate treatment for postpartum depression. This is especially true for women of color. Two clinical psychologists at the University of Illinois Chicago are trying to change that through a mental health app called Sunnyside for Moms. Reset learns more about the app for our weekly series Chicago Innovators.

Internet companies get away with sneaking additional fees into the fine print all the time. We talk to tech columnist Geoffrey Fowler about how to avoid the extra charges.

Reset breaks down the list of nominees for the 73rd Primetime Emmy Awards announced Tuesday. Netflix’s “The Crown” and “The Mandalorian” from Disney+ tied for the most nominations with 24 each, followed by “WandaVision” with 23.

Ice cream and summer go hand-in-hand and there’s no shortage of ways to sample this classic treat in Chicagoland. Whether it’s an old school ice cream parlor, gelato shop, or vegan option. Reset has the scoop on where to find the best ice cream in Chicagoland.

The city has issued travel advisories for Missouri and Arkansas as the contagious Delta variant drives a spike of cases in those states.

An increase in Loop workers working from home over the past year has crushed profits for the city’s food truck owners. The Chicago Food Truck Festival resumes July 30, which might give some businesses a boost. But will it be enough?

New road signs point to Illinois’ commitment to energy-efficient cars. Besides the new charging station signs, a $4,000 electric vehicle rebate in the proposed Clean Energy Bill could rev up Gov. JB Pritzker’s hopes of seeing one million electric cars on local roads by 2030.

New research out of Iceland shows promising results for shorter workweeks. Researchers say employees were happier and, in some cases, more productive. So is it time for more U.S. companies to move to a four-day workweek? Reset brings on an expert on work optimization and opens the phones to listeners to discuss what the ideal work schedule is and how the pandemic has affected the way we view work-...

The COVID-19 eviction moratorium is set to expire July 31. What does that mean for renters and landlords? Reset checks in with a housing advocate who helps renters know their rights.

Reset checks in with Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle and the head of SEIU Local 73 to discuss the union’s 18-day strike, which ended Monday night with a partial agreement.

Reset brings on environmental journalist Dan Egan to discuss his latest New York Times piece on climate change and the Great Lakes.