In the Loop (Segments)

Reset brings on a journalist who’s been covering the pandemic since its start. Atlantic writer Ed Yong's latest piece explains the current situation facing health workers.

Reset checks in with the Chicago Film Office, which oversees permits of every production in the city from student films to major Hollywood movies.

Mayor Lightfoot issues a stay-at-home “advisory.” Rep. Lauren Underwood wins reelection. Plus, Illinois lawmakers cancel the veto session. Reset breaks down the biggest news of the week in our Friday News Roundup.

The Chicago Baptist Institute is now serving as a rapid COVID-19 testing site to expand testing access to the city’s South Side. Reset brings on the site’s project leader to learn more.

As COVID-19 cases surge both locally and nationally, Reset checks in with an infectious disease specialist for answers on how to stay safe.

Reset discusses the latest on Mayor Lori Lightfoot’s stay-at-home advisory and takes listeners’ calls about how it may impact their day-to-day lives.

At the current rate of COVID-19 infections, hospital capacity in Illinois could max out by Thanksgiving. Reset looks into the startling and accelerating rise in coronavirus cases across the state.

The White Sox are eagerly awaiting news on whether Jose Abreu will be crowned MVP, but not all is positive on the South Side. Reset dives into the continuing controversy over new manager Tony LaRussa.

It’s been the Men’s Store for Marshall Field’s, a fitness center, and now it's filled with art and artists. Dennis Rodkin takes us on an historical and architectural tour of 33 E. Washington for Reset’s “What’s That Building” series.

Reset brings on the president of the Chicago Council on Global Affairs to discuss what we can expect from President-elect Biden on foreign relations

Reset takes a closer look at how the U.S. economy is being impacted by COVID-19.

Erika Chong Shuch joins Reset to discuss the For You: Artists & Elders program and to give her recommendations on what to read, watch and do this week.

Experts say a surge in cases, a battered economy and oncoming winter could mean a new wave of homelessness in Chicago. Reset takes a closer look at how the city is responding.

Reset checks in with Eli Stokols of the Los Angeles Times to discuss the latest in Washington.

Indoor dining is already banned in Illinois, but starting Wednesday, new COVID-19 restrictions take effect in Kane, DuPage, Will and Kankakee counties. Reset talks to business owners about how they’re dealing with the new restrictions.

Reset brings on the head of the nonpartisan budget watchdog Civic Federation to discuss the state’s financial challenges after Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s graduated income tax failed to pass on Election Day.

Illinois is moving to financially support organizations doing racial healing work in the state through a new initiative. Reset talks to one of the initiative’s lead officials and one of the first grantees.

A pandemic, a battered economy and oncoming winter could mean a new wave of homelessness in the city. Reset takes a closer look at the issue.

The Illinois House and Senate won’t meet for their fall veto session due to concerns over surging COVID-19 cases. Reset checks in with WBEZ’s Dave McKinney for the latest.

Following the closing of polls, there is no evidence of any major foreign intervention via hacking or other cyberattack in the 2020 U.S. presidential election. Reset brings on a New York Times national security correspondent whose latest piece covers the issue.

As Illinois hits its highest COVID-19 numbers to date, Governor JB Pritzker is tightening restrictions in Chicagoland’s collar counties. Infectious disease specialist Dr. Mia Taormina joins Reset to answer listener’s questions about what precautions they should be taking as the pandemic continues.

The nation’s highest court heard oral arguments in a case challenging the constitutionality of the health care law signed by then-President Barack Obama a decade ago. Reset discusses what the case means for the future of Obamacare and what kind of ruling to expect.

Reset brings on Mike Simmons to talk about his company Blue Sky Strategies, a Chicago-based organization that offers anti-racist public policy consulting, while also specializing in equitable urban planning, youth empowerment and government accountability. Simmons has been recognized in Crain’s Chicago Business’ 40 Under 40 list.

Reset talks to local progressive leaders about the future of the Democratic Party and what they want to see from a Biden-Harris administration.

From federal stimulus money to police reform, Reset checks in with the WBEZ newsroom to discuss what a Biden administration could mean for Chicago and Illinois.