In the Loop (Segments)

What’s That Building – The Oldest House in Chicago? 11.08.2025 25:18 ↓

Clarke Ford House vs Noble Seymour Crippen House

Chicago public transit could see severe cuts if funding is withheld 11.08.2025 23:59 ↓

CTA braces for possible funding cuts after state lawmakers missed transit budget fiscal cliff, which could reduce transit by 40 percent

WBEZ’s Weekly News Recap, Aug. 8, 2025: Legislators flee Texas for Illinois, Pritzker warns of redistricting battle and more 08.08.2025 45:41 ↓

The FBI is said to be helping find Democratic Texas legislators who fled to Illinois. Indiana expands immigrant detention centers.

Chinatown’s history of community organizing, from Ping Tom Park to the Chicago Fire stadium 07.08.2025 22:48 ↓

Some Chinatown residents have concerns about a professional soccer stadium proposed for the 78. Here’s what’s on their minds.

A love letter to Chicago’s record stores 07.08.2025 24:18 ↓

Record stores aren’t dead. As they have for generations, they’re helping create community and foster a love of music across the Chicago area.

Mass deportations could cripple an already stretched home healthcare workforce 06.08.2025 16:45 ↓

More than half of home health care aids in the Chicago area are immigrants.

Hiroshima bombing 80 years ago continues to impact Chicago’s Japanese Americans 06.08.2025 30:29 ↓

The U.S. used the first-ever atomic weapon of war on August 6, 1945. The effects are still being felt around the world, including in Chicago.

From local film fests to blockbusters, August in Chicago is for movie buffs 05.08.2025 19:28 ↓

From new releases at independent theaters to classics to summer blockbusters, there are a lot of movies to see in Chicago this month.

Rapid response team helps families find trans health care in Illinois 05.08.2025 26:43 ↓

Four hospital systems in Chicago have rolled back services offered to minors.

Singing together, screaming together? 04.08.2025 22:00 ↓

Might want to get some ear plugs; it’s about to get loud.

Despite a rough job market, Chicago teens got to work this summer 04.08.2025 25:54 ↓

Chicago teens earned more than just a paycheck this summer; they say they learned life skills and persistence.

WBEZ’s Weekly News Recap, August 1, 2025: Danny Davis leaving Congress, Cubs Hall of Famer Ryne Sandberg dies and more 01.08.2025 44:23 ↓

Canadian wildfires cause Chicago to have the worst air quality in the world. Gov. Pritzker is urged to declare state of emergency for flooded neighborhoods.

Living and Working In America: The new reality for refugees and asylum seekers 31.07.2025 31:35 ↓

‘We are supposed to be a beacon for democracy." Heena Musabji, Legal Director at CAIR-Chicago, on the new reality for refugees and asylum seekers under the Trump administration.

To Lolla or not to Lolla? Music fest pro tips and other things to do around Chicago 31.07.2025 15:16 ↓

The music fest of the summer kicks off Thursday, July 31.

Student visa changes creating fear, chaos among people hoping to study in America 30.07.2025 24:18 ↓

The State Department requires public social media accounts for student visa applicants, heightening fears of deportations.

Being a student loan borrower just got more complicated 30.07.2025 23:25 ↓

Over 1 million Illinoisians have federal student loan debt, averaging $39,042 per borrower.

Living and working in America, Part II: Work visas 29.07.2025 21:53 ↓

Living and working in America, Part II: Work visas

Chicago program providing senior citizens with job training paused because of federal cuts 29.07.2025 25:38 ↓

Chicago program providing senior citizens with job training paused because of federal cuts

The grueling journey to lawful permanent residence 28.07.2025 26:44 ↓

It can take years to obtain a green card to stay in the U.S. Two Chicagoans share their stories.

A Chicago teen’s perspective on the lack of welcome downtown 28.07.2025 20:47 ↓

What would a more welcoming, youth-friendly downtown look like?

WBEZ’s Weekly News Recap, July 25, 2025: Former ComEd CEO and Madigan confidante sentenced to prison, O’Hare sees busiest day ever and more 25.07.2025 44:41 ↓

O’Hare Airport sets record for busiest day ever, vandals target immigration organizations in Little Village, NASCAR passes on another race in the Loop.

Passing and protecting the Americans with Disabilities Act 24.07.2025 24:34 ↓

The Americans with Disabilities Act, or ADA, was signed into law 35 years ago on July 26.

When it comes to e-bikes, e-scooters, Chicago suburbs are balancing safety and access 24.07.2025 23:52 ↓

Suburbs like Elk Grove and Fox Lake are cracking down on the use of e-bikes and e-scooters

Reset’s Midsummer Rescue Guide: Artisanal ice cream, classic sandwiches and outdoor theater 23.07.2025 22:58 ↓

In the height of the dog days of summer, find out how to vamp up the season with fresh activities and delicacies.

Chicago area gets broiled in two-day July heat wave 23.07.2025 21:41 ↓

Chicago dives into a hot summer, posing a risk for outdoor workers and people spending time outside during the heat wave.