In the Loop (Segments)

Final approval from the governor would change decades of precedent and allow principals and assistant principals in Chicago, but not in other districts, to form a union. Reset learns more about what this means for schools. GUESTS: Sarah Karp, WBEZ education reporter State Sen. Cristina Pacione-Zayas

From bio ads to attack ads, what messages are Chicago’s mayoral candidates sending to voters? Reset breaks down the spin with political analyst Jason DeSanto and how this might affect who pulls out ahead. Then WBEZ’s Alex Keefe stops by to talk about the People’s Agenda — Chicago residents’ chance to help shape WBEZ’s election coverage and Reset’s mayoral forums on Feb. 7, 8 and 9. GUESTS: Jason D...

Every Chicagoan knows the winters can be a real drag, and a long drag at that. But some residents have found passions that make the cold season a little easier. Reset learns about some indoor and outdoor hobbies that might just inspire you. GUESTS: Alison Cuddy, freelance journalist and former director of Chicago Humanities Festival Rhonda Wheatley, artist and instructor at Hyde Park Art Center Ch...

Reset checks in with Dr. Allison Arwady, director of the Chicago Department of Public Health, about steps the city is taking to improve access to mental health resources for residents. GUEST: Dr. Allison Arwady, commissioner for the Chicago Department of Public Health

The Chicago Department of Transportation adds seven miles of bike lanes but fails to meet its 2022 goals. Meanwhile, Chicago is looking to name its first-ever Poet Laureate. Reset goes behind those headlines and the other biggest local stories of the week with a panel of journalists. GUESTS: Erin Hegarty, City Hall reporter, the Daily Line A.D. Quig, Cook County and Chicago government reporter for...

In a letter to Mayor Lori Lightfoot and Chicago Police Superintendent David Brown, a prominent civil rights organization called for the termination of a CPD officer who lied about ties to the Proud Boys. The Southern Poverty Law Center says allowing officer Robert Bakker to return from a 120-day suspension will erode “trust between the public and law enforcement authorities.” Reset digs into what...

Amy Poehler and Maya Rudolph host a baking show on Peacock called Baking It where home cook duos compete for a $50,000 cash prize. The Chicago-area brother and sister pair say they are in it for the fun. Reset learns about one half of the duo’s passion for baking and her dream of opening a cafe with her brother. GUEST: Reema Patel, baker and competitor on Baking It

In a letter to Mayor Lori Lightfoot and Chicago Police Superintendent David Brown, a prominent civil rights organization called for the termination of a CPD officer who lied about ties to the Proud Boys. The Southern Poverty Law Center says allowing officer Robert Bakker to return from a 120-day suspension will erode “trust between the public and law enforcement authorities.” Reset digs into what...

In the past two decades, Chicago Public Schools has built a vibrant chess program, hosting championships and tournaments in elementary and high schools across the city. Advocates say it can boost academic performance and confidence and give students a chance to form relationships with students in other parts of the city. Reset learns more about the benefits of chess and how the perception of chess...

Many Chicagoans are still reeling from the massive property tax hike that was announced last month. And some Latino neighborhoods are seeing the greatest increase, upwards of 46%, according to a recent report published by the Cook County Treasurer's Office. Reset digs into the findings from the report and how this is contributing to gentrification in Latino communities. GUESTS: Hal Dardick, direct...

In the six months since the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, the future has been murky for medication abortions. But this week, the FDA issued a new rule allowing retail pharmacies to dispense abortion pills. Then, the Justice Department published a legal opinion allowing USPS to deliver abortion pills nationwide, including in states with bans on medication abortions. Reset learns more from a...

This year began with record warm temperatures throughout Europe and 2022 ended with a “once-in-a-generation blizzard.” All signs point to weather continuing to be an important story in the year ahead. And that’s just one of the major climate stories that will shape our world in 2023. Reset takes a look at what are likely to be the biggest stories of the year related to sustainability and the envir...

Football fans across the country saw Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa get concussed twice less than a week apart this season. And now, the NFL is back in the hot seat after Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin experienced cardiac arrest on the field during a playoff game with the Cincinnati Bengals. Reset explores the debate around health and safety in the NFL. GUESTS: Cheryl Raye-Stout, WBE...

If you don’t think news out of the tech world affects you, think again. With your favorite streaming service shaking things up and the metaverse looming, this might be a big year for the tech we use every day. Reset checks in with a tech writer at CES. GUEST: Tatum Hunter, Washington Post technology writer

The new year brings new concerns in the ongoing pandemic as multiple countries place limitations and restrictions on travelers from China. Locally, Chicago faces rising numbers in the wake of the holiday break and public health officials are considering a mask advisory if the city returns to high transmission risk as expected. Reset shares the latest on COVID, the flu, RSV and more. GUEST: Dr. Mia...

Howard Brown Health is continuing to provide services to their patients as over 400 employees are striking at the LGBTQ+ health center. Reset gets the latest on the situation. GUESTS: Lisa Schencker, business reporter covering health care for the Chicago Tribune Cynthia McDonald, former Ryan White Part D case manager at Howard Brown Health Lindsey Martin, former licensed clinical therapist at Howa...

Galati was an ensemble member at the Goodman and Steppenwolf Theaters, taught at Northwestern, worked as a mentor and pioneered adapting novels to the stage. He was part of making Chicago an important player in the national theater scene. Reset learns about his impact and legacy. GUEST: Chris Jones, chief theater critic and editorial page editor for the Chicago Tribune

New Year’s resolutions often focus on the individual, but what if we set goals and intentions for our community instead? Reset chats with a Chicagoan hosting a community vision board workshop at Bendición Dry Bar about how to dream of a better world for our neighborhoods and networks. GUEST: Liz Bajjalieh, development associate for Peace Action

The lame duck legislative session comes six months after the mass shooting at a Fourth of July parade that left seven people dead and dozens more wounded. Supporters of the bill say now is the time to pass gun control and to prevent another tragedy. Reset reflects on the anniversary with the sponsor of the Protect Illinois Communities Act and a Highland Park resident and youth organizer who wrote...

After seeing his grandmother struggle to get dressed in assisted living, the founder of Joe & Bella decided to create an adaptive fashion brand that worked for older adults and was actually fashionable. Reset talks about this Chicago adaptive apparel brand and learns about a recent collaboration with fashion students at Columbia College. GUESTS: Ben Graham, vice president of marketing for Joe & Be...

How fat-positive athletes and exercise instructors embrace movement without shame.

How fat-positive athletes and exercise instructors embrace movement without shame.

Chicago is one of the deadliest cities for migrating birds, according to recent reporting in the Chicago Tribune. But now an ordinance that would make building standards more bird-friendly could pass after a years-long delay. Reset hears from two advocates about the details and the importance of Chicago as a stopover for more than 250 species of migratory birds. GUESTS: Judy Pollock, president of...

We live in an extremely fast-paced world. Sometimes we need to give ourselves time to catch up. Doing things like meditating, journaling or going on a walk to help lift us back up. Reset explores different approaches to self-care and ways we can prevent the cycle of burnout. GUESTS: Matthias Roberts, therapist, host of the “Queerology Podcast” and author of Beyond Shame: Creating a Healthy Sex Lif...

The New Year’s weekend saw 28 people shot and seven people killed in Chicago. The violent weekend followed a year where 723 people were shot and killed in the city and crime rose 12% overall. Reset goes behind the statistics with two journalists. GUESTS: Andy Grimm, Chicago Sun-Times court reporter Tom Schuba, Chicago Sun-Times reporter