In the Loop (Segments)

Cellist Ian Maksin on using music to unite audiences around the world 05.02.2025 18:55 ↓

Cellist Ian Maksin on using music to unite audiences around the world

Remembering Chicago composer Florence Price 04.02.2025 11:39 ↓

In 1933, composer Florence Price became the first Black woman to have her symphony performed by a major orchestra.

Medicare is confusing. Here’s what Illinois residents need to know. 04.02.2025 19:01 ↓

People enrolled in Medicare Advantage have until March 31 to change their plan. Here’s what Illinois residents should keep in mind.

What to know about possible bird flu in Chicago 04.02.2025 13:42 ↓

Hundreds of dead or sick red-breasted mergansers have been found along Lake Michigan, sparking bird flu concerns.

Chicago Symphony performs music for a world in crisis 03.02.2025 13:57 ↓

Members of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra played Olivier Messiaen’s “Quartet for the End of Time” Sunday at UChicago’s Mandel Hall.

When ‘best friends’ doesn’t quite capture a duo’s platonic love 03.02.2025 19:51 ↓

Romantic love gets all the buzz in February, but platonic love has the power to shape our lives in profound ways that are often overlooked.

High prices, few sales: Will 2025 be more of the same for Chicago housing market? 03.02.2025 10:40 ↓

With prices and mortgage rates much higher than a few years ago, fewer people are buying homes in and around Chicago.

WBEZ’s Weekly News Recap, January 31, 2025: Illinois reacts to Trump immigration raids, federal funding freeze and more 31.01.2025 46:12 ↓

Statewide and local reaction to President Trump’s immigration raids and threatened federal funding freeze. Madigan jury begins deliberating.

Chicago ukelele band started as a music store club 30.01.2025 16:15 ↓

We check in with the Hix Bros Ukulele Band ahead of their performance for National Ukulele Day on Sunday, Feb. 2.

Quick, affordable meals at the grocery store hot bar 30.01.2025 13:03 ↓

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Chicagoans react to President Trump’s anti-trans moves 30.01.2025 19:04 ↓

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FACETS celebrates 50 years of bringing the ‘edge of cinema’ to Chicago 29.01.2025 12:17 ↓

Now named FACETS Film Forum, the movie theater and film library is looking toward a fresh slate of programming and ambitious plans for growth.

What tariffs could mean for Chicago consumers, businesses 29.01.2025 15:53 ↓

Economists say President Trump’s proposed tariffs could hurt the U.S. economy. The administration could impose tariffs as early as Saturday.

Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul discusses latest actions by Trump Administration 29.01.2025 17:52 ↓

Illinois Attorney General Raoul discusses how the Trump administration is impacting Illinois, including on immigration and a federal funding freeze.

Trump’s architecture memorandum stifles innovation says architects 28.01.2025 11:47 ↓

A mandate issued by President Trump aims to ensure all federal buildings being built will “Make America Great Again” aesthetically

Trump withdraws from WHO, nearly all foreign aid stopped. What does this mean for global health and Chicago? 28.01.2025 22:07 ↓

President Donald Trump signed an executive order to withdraw the U.S. from the global health agency.

For high school grads with developmental disabilities, finding jobs and services can take years 28.01.2025 12:47 ↓

After graduation, families struggle with a ‘cliff’ in services, getting caught in a maze of multiple government agencies and nonprofits.

Chicago responds to Trump administration’s dismantling of DEI 27.01.2025 18:40 ↓

“When you’re rolling back the baseline standard for nondiscrimination in a society like America, it’s deeply troubling,” says Alvin Tillery.

Former federal prosecutor on DOJ plan to investigate local officials who impede Trump immigration plans 27.01.2025 15:51 ↓

A former assistant U.S. Attorney calls the move “unprecedented.”

What's That Building? Great Lakes Academy Enrichment Hall 26.01.2025 11:32 ↓

Sasha-Ann Simons and Dennis Rodkin discuss redevelopment of St. Mary Magdalene Church in South Chicago to a gymnasium and cafeteria for Great Lakes Academy Charter School.

WBEZ’s Weekly News Recap, January 24, 2025: Chicago threatened with mass deportations, Bears get new coach and more 24.01.2025 45:38 ↓

Chicago prepares for Trump administration, deportation threats as President pardons more than fifty Illinois January 6th defendants.

Where Chicago’s ‘L’ meets the railroad: A history is dug up in Lincoln Park 23.01.2025 15:28 ↓

A freightline’s history and tracks are dug up through a stretch Lincoln Park

Where Chicago’s ‘L’ meets the railroad: A history is dug up in Lincoln Park 23.01.2025 15:28 ↓

A freightline’s history and tracks are dug up through a stretch Lincoln Park

Food Network’s Jeff Mauro loves Chicago and its sandwiches 23.01.2025 15:44 ↓

Jeff Mauro aka the “Sandwich King” keeps Chicago food at the forefront of his stardom.

‘Westworld,’ ‘Prince Caspian’ actor Ben Barnes finds musical side with debut album 22.01.2025 18:51 ↓

“I always thought music would be the path that I took,” Barnes told Reset.