In the Loop (Segments)

It’s been 8 months since Congress has approved a stimulus bill to provide relief for Americans. But, is another one on the way? Reset is joined by HuffPost congressional reporter Arthur Delaney to discuss.

The Trump administration put many of America’s sustainability policies in reverse. Reset brings on a Republican environmentalist to discuss how President Trump’s policies differ from past GOP policy on issues like climate change.

This year, World AIDS Day is a reminder that the COVID-19 pandemic isn’t the only public health crisis the world is facing right now. Reset discusses the importance of World AIDS Day and the parallels between the AIDS crisis and the COVID-19 pandemic.

COVID-19 has taken a toll on our minds as well as our bodies. Reset takes a closer look at a new project between a local hospital and theatre company that uses the arts to help children heal from mental trauma.

The Chicago Teachers Union is voicing concerns over the current status of Chicago Public Schools’ plan to return to in-person learning in January. Reset brings on CTU leadership to gain a sense of their latest concerns with the district’s reopening plans.

Reset brings you our daily snapshot of COVID-19 in our region and circles back on the status of a new CVS Health community testing site opened on Nov. 11 on Chicago's South Side.

Public health experts are bracing for a post-holiday coronavirus surge. Reset brings on NPR Illinois’ Hannah Meisel for an update on how local and state officials are responding.

Many Americans are reconsidering the centuries-old Electoral College system of choosing the U.S. president. Reset brings on a data journalist to discuss the movement to replace the system and a political analyst on why the Electoral College may no longer suit America’s needs.

Starting in January, CPS plans to shift some kids back to in-person learning. Reset brings on district CEO Janice Jackson for more on CPS’ reopening plans.

A new study from the Family Online Safety Institute has found that digital parenting strategies are generational. Reset takes a closer look at the study and talks to listeners about how COVID-19 has affected their digital parenting.

Amazon is hiring hundreds of thousands of workers. It’s also building new facilities in Chicago, angering environmental justice advocates. Reset checks in with reporters for more on the expansion and with local groups who don't want Amazon in their neighborhood.

Reset checks in with the Archdiocese of Chicago for more on this transition and the school system’s ongoing response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

The play opened as the pandemic began, robbing Chicago audiences of the chance to see it. WBEZ will air the audio version Saturday at 2 p.m.

Mayor Lightfoot’s “pandemic budget” passes by a narrow margin. Plus, Illinois health officials plead with residents to avoid holiday travel.

Singer-songwriter Josh Caterer recorded a new solo album with several Chicago area musicians.

Illinois public health officials on Thanksgiving reported 12,022 new cases of COVID-19 and 131 additional deaths. Reset checks in with an infectious disease expert.

The Chicago chapter of the Democratic Socialists of America condemned Ald. Vasquez for voting “yes” on Mayor Lori Lightfoot’s 2021 budget.

Reset checks in with fire spinner Michi Trota for her recommendations on what to read, watch and do.

WBEZ sports contributor Cheryl Raye-Stout updates Reset on the latest local sports news.

Thanksgiving traditions may be put on hold this year. So, what are you doing differently this year to make it special? Reset opens the phone lines to hear what listeners are doing to make this year’s Thanksgiving special.

Reset brings on Kendall Coyne Schofield, the first woman hired on the coaching staff for the Chicago Blackhawks. She previously served as one of the captains of the U.S. Women’s National Ice Hockey Team that won Gold in the 2018 Olympics.

Al Gini has been WBEZ’s resident philosopher for decades. Now, he’s co-written a new book with Abraham Singer called The Sanity of Satire: Surviving Politics One Joke at a Time.

Reset brings on Illinois Sen. Dick Durbin to discuss his bid for the top Democratic spot on the powerful Senate Judiciary Committee. He was reelected as Minority Whip this month, the second-highest ranking position in Senate Democratic leadership.

Illinois residents are being advised to stay home as the COVID-19 virus continues to spread. Reset brings on a licensed therapist and an expert on aging to share some guidance on how to better survive social isolation and promote mental well-being while social distancing.

Up to 50 million Americans are planning to travel this year for Thanksgiving during the pandemic, according to AAA. But public health officials are pleading with residents to stay home to curb the spread of COVID-19. Reset brings on NPR’s David Schaper to discuss travel during the holiday season.