In the Loop (Segments)

Reset checks in with A.D. Quig of Crain’s Chicago Business for the latest on efforts to stop Gov. JB Pritzker’s graduated income tax from moving forward in November.

Just days after receiving unprecedented care for COVID-19 at Walter Reed Medical Center, President Donald Trump is comparing the virus to the flu. Reset checks in with a physician at Northwestern University to discuss President Trump’s comments on COVID-19 and the differences between the virus and the flu.

Reset learns more about the new season of the Wrongful Conviction: False Confessions podcast. The series was created by two Chicago-based attorneys featured in the popular Netflix series, Making a Murderer.

Reset breaks down the latest on President Trump’s health and the potential outbreak among his allies and aides.

Columbia College faculty teach outdoor classes as negotiations over COVID-19 protections continue. Reset checks in with union president Diana Vallera for the latest on classroom safety discussions with school officials.

Reset checks in with Chicago-based Theatre Y about making a film during quarantine. The project is based on the play We're Gonna Die, which was reworked to include COVID-19 themes.

Members of the Chicago Teachers Union remain unconvinced that schools are ready for return of students, faculty and staff. Reset brings you the latest on CPS’ reopening plan.

Reset hears from listeners about how they’re choosing to get creative and get into the Halloween spirit in the midst of COVID-19.

The White Sox lost their playoff series. The Cubs are hanging on for dear life. Sports contributor Cheryl Raye Stout takes us inside Chicago fall ball, with updates on the Bears and Blackhawks.

Reset breaks down the week’s top stories in our Friday News Roundup with guest host Justin Kaufmann.

Reset checks in with an infectious disease specialist to answer your questions about how to stay safe throughout the coronavirus pandemic.

President Trump announced that he and first lady Melania Trump tested positive for COVID-19. Reset discusses how the news may impact the 2020 election campaign and upcoming Supreme Court confirmation hearings.

Reset checks in with Molly Beck of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel for more on COVID-19 in Wisconsin and how it could impact voter turnout and the election.

Reset checks in with economist Diane Swonk about what the latest jobs numbers mean for the overall economic recovery.

The Yellow Umbrella Party raises money for Ovarian Cancer research and to honor the late writer Amy Krouse Rosenthal. Reset talks with Rosenthal's widower, Jason, and author John Green about the 2020 Party.

If you’ve ever been to Lawry’s the Prime Rib, you know how it feels almost like a time capsule. Reset architecture sleuth Dennis Rodkin takes us inside.

NPR's David Schaper discusses Chicago-based United Airlines and American Airlines moving to furlough 32,000 workers due to stalled federal stimulus talks.

The U.S. is reckoning with growing calls to rethink and reform American policing. Reset brings on two policing experts to discuss factors that lead to undue force, and some possible alternatives.

Reset checks in WBEZ sustainability contributor Karen Weigert and an environmental law expert to discuss Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s environmental legacy.

Reset checks in with two local election officials to break down what residents should know about early voting in the Chicago area ahead of the November presidential election.

Reset brings on the founder and music director of the Black String Triage Ensemble to discuss his work, and his recommendations on what to read, watch and do this week.

Reset checks in with WBEZ education reporter Susie An, and hears from teachers and parents on resuming in-person learning.

Reset talks with Husker Du frontman Bob Mould’s about his new solo album, filled with anthems for the protest movement of 2020.

Reset brings on two political strategists to break down some of the key moments from the first presidential debate held Tuesday night.

The city of Chicago will lift restrictions on certain businesses to help ease the financial burden from COVID-19. Reset meets two local taverns to hear what these changes might mean for their businesses.