In the Loop (Segments)

WBEZ’s Weekly News Recap, May 8, 2026: Mayor Johnson heads to Springfield, Obama Center tix go on sale 08.05.2026 45:38 ↓

Indiana Republican incumbents who opposed redistricting lose primary election to Trump-backed candidates.

One Rohingya man’s journey from fleeing Myanmar to building a home in Chicago 07.05.2026 16:12 ↓

One Rohingya man’s journey from fleeing Myanmar to building a home in Chicago

New documentary short gives insight into chaos of Operation Midway Blitz 07.05.2026 16:04 ↓

New documentary short gives insight into chaos of Operation Midway Blitz

Chicago’s pharmacy deserts: Residents left searching for care as more corporate pharmacies shutter 06.05.2026 12:03 ↓

Pharmacy closures in Chicago disproportionately impact Black and Latino communities on the South and West sides.

New pay-to-park barriers at nearly a dozen Chicago beaches further strains definition of a “free” lakefront 06.05.2026 21:07 ↓

For some Chicagoans, the new barriers feel aggressive and unwelcoming.

New pay-to-park barriers at nearly a dozen Chicago beaches further strains definition of a “free” lakefront 06.05.2026 21:07 ↓

For some Chicagoans, the new barriers feel aggressive and unwelcoming.

CSO, Lyric Opera musicians to host benefit concert for local immigration services 05.05.2026 14:14 ↓

A benefit concert for immigrant services organization Centro Romero will be on Friday, May 15, at PianoForte Chicago.

How senior centers ensure Chicago’s older adults ‘don’t get comfortable with isolation’ 05.05.2026 19:12 ↓

The Chicago Department of Family and Support Services operates six regional senior centers and 14 satellite centers, offering classes, services and resources.

What SCOTUS Voting Rights Act decision means for Illinois 05.05.2026 22:16 ↓

The Supreme Court’s decision to strike down Louisiana’s second majority-Black Congressional district could have major ramifications for redistricting and minority representation and leadership across the country.

What's That Building? Forrestal Elementary 04.05.2026 14:38 ↓

Dennis Rodkin, Cara Krantz and Josh Bergman

WBEZ’s Weekly News Recap, May 1, 2026: Conspiracy charges dropped against ‘Broadview Six’ defendants, police officers shot at Swedish Hospital and more 01.05.2026 47:10 ↓

Chicago’s Cinco de Mayo parade is cancelled for a second year due to immigration enforcement fears, and the city’s last Black-owned bowling alley closes its doors.

Illinois schools have been required to teach Asian American history for 5 years. How is it going? 30.04.2026 19:24 ↓

Illinois schools have been required to teach Asian American history for 5 years. How is it going?

Anupy Singla conquered cookbooks. Now she’s bringing her passion for Indian cuisine to the small screen 30.04.2026 13:16 ↓

Anupy Singla conquered cookbooks. Now she’s bringing her passion for Indian cuisine to the small screen

It’s time to treat sexual assault as a public health crisis 29.04.2026 19:53 ↓

It’s time to treat sexual assault as a public health crisis

With mixed reviews, “Michael” biopic honors Jackson 5’s early ties to Chicago’s music scene 29.04.2026 19:27 ↓

With mixed reviews, “Michael” biopic honors Jackson 5’s early ties to Chicago’s music scene

Chicago hosts UNESCO International Day of Jazz 28.04.2026 13:43 ↓

After weeks of events, the celebration will culminate in the All-Star Global Concert at the Lyric Opera House on April 30.

Her home was wrongfully raided by police. Now she’s being tapped to oversee CPD policy 28.04.2026 17:46 ↓

Earlier this month, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson tapped Anjanette Young, the social worker who was wrongfully handcuffed naked in her home in 2019, to join a Chicago police oversight board.

Words matter: How the media needs to change the way it reports on domestic violence 27.04.2026 15:10 ↓

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Exploring resources available to people in Chicagoland experiencing domestic violence and abuse 27.04.2026 23:39 ↓

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Recap updated 4/24 24.04.2026 46:00 ↓

The Chicago Housing Authority has a new leader for the first time in a year and a half. Body cam video of the shooting of Officer Krystal Rivera is released to the public.

News Recap, April 24, 2026 segment 24.04.2026 2:38 ↓

The Chicago Housing Authority has a new leader for the first time in a year and a half. Body cam video of the shooting of Officer Krystal Rivera is released to the public.

She was told to terminate her pregnancy to remove a life-threatening fibroid. Then she met the ‘Fibroid Slayer’ 23.04.2026 16:35 ↓

Brionna Johnson was 17 weeks pregnant when Loretto Hospital’s Dr. Pierre Johnson removed her fibroid that weighed more than 20 lbs.

New ballet brings Sandra Cisneros’ ‘The House on Mango Street’ to life on stage 23.04.2026 14:43 ↓

New ballet brings Sandra Cisneros’ ‘The House on Mango Street’ to life on stage

Earth Day is every day: how to support the environment year-round 22.04.2026 18:47 ↓

This year’s theme is all about mobilizing community to action.

A sonic tour of the Land School, South Side arts incubator and ‘third place’ 22.04.2026 13:27 ↓

‘In the Loop’ tours the Land School, a community hub created by artist Theaster Gates and The Rebuild Foundation.