In the Loop (Segments)

Palestinian Chicagoans react to potential ceasefire between Israel and Hamas 16.01.2025 23:17 ↓

Negotiators for Israel and Hamas announced plans for a six-week ceasefire that would stop the fighting in Gaza, return 33 hostages to Israel and release around a thousand Palestinian detainees from Israeli prisons. The tentative agreement would also allow more humanitarian aid to flow into Gaza and clear a path for displaced Gazans to return to their homes in the north. However, less than a day af...

First federal Environmental Justice Officer reflects on Biden 15.01.2025 20:58 ↓

The Biden administration is credited with the most sweeping climate legislation in history, but environmental justice was also at the fore.

How Chicagoans are supporting wildfire relief efforts in California 15.01.2025 14:42 ↓

From fundraising to cooking to providing help on the ground – Chicagoans are utilizing their diverse skillsets to assist.

Outdoor activities to keep cabin fever at bay 14.01.2025 10:45 ↓

The Chicago area has snow tubing, bird walks, bonfires and more.

Polka dots on McCormick Place windows are saving thousands of birds 14.01.2025 14:43 ↓

Since installing the bird-friendly window film, McCormick Place saw 95% fewer bird deaths during the most recent fall migration.

What police settlement cases are costing Chicago taxpayers 14.01.2025 19:57 ↓

Chicago’s City Council is set to vote Wednesday on more than $39 million for police misconduct settlements.

Illinois lawmakers pass bill to protect domestic violence survivors from gun violence 13.01.2025 18:24 ↓

The bill will close a loophole that allows people accused of domestic violence to keep their guns after their firearm licenses are revoked.

Why some insurers stop paying for effective mental health treatment 13.01.2025 15:24 ↓

The consequences can be dire, leading some people with suicide ideation to attempt suicide.

What's That Building? Scott Foresman Headquarters 13.01.2025 11:33 ↓

Reset host Sasha and architecture sleuth Dennis Rodkin discuss redevelopment of the Scott Foresman HQ in Glenview, Illinois and the company's legacy in the world of educational textbooks.

WBEZ’s Weekly News Recap, January 10, 2025: Madigan takes the stand, new laws go into effect, and more 10.01.2025 45:21 ↓

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Tasty ways to sip through ‘Dry January’ and beyond 09.01.2025 11:22 ↓

The Shirley Temple is all grown up.

Is a congestion tax on drivers the answer to Chicago’s traffic and budget woes? 09.01.2025 18:28 ↓

New York City’s tolling program is now in full swing. Should Chicago follow suit?

Meta ends fact-checking on Facebook and Instagram 09.01.2025 14:34 ↓

Media analysts discuss how to determine fact from fiction online, as Meta announces it will stop fact-checking.

Theater week and beyond: Must-see Chicago plays of 2025 08.01.2025 9:40 ↓

Ahead of Chicago Theatre Week in February, we hear about some must-see performances.

Black homelessness is twice the national average in Illinois 08.01.2025 14:09 ↓

In Illinois, Black residents are eight times more likely to be homeless than white residents.

More than 1 million veterans could receive more education benefits 08.01.2025 15:16 ↓

Lawyers who argued for the Rudisill decision say the fight isn’t over.

Madigan takes the witness stand in federal corruption trial 08.01.2025 6:12 ↓

The former Illinois House Speaker returns to the witness stand Wednesday after giving a three-hour testimony the day before.

Surgeon General recommends cancer warning labels on alcohol 07.01.2025 18:32 ↓

Some are partaking in Dry January, but the surgeon general is urging Americans to reconsider alcohol throughout the year.

Illinois police officers now required to wear body cameras 07.01.2025 12:05 ↓

The level of compliance won’t be known until summer 2025.

January skies to be filled with celestial hyperactivity 06.01.2025 5:30 ↓

Plus: A planet parade?!

January concerts In Chicago 06.01.2025 12:56 ↓

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Everything you need to know about signing up for Medicare 06.01.2025 18:17 ↓

People enroll in Medicare Advantage can change their plan starting Jan. 1 to March 31.

Conflict continues in Chicago public school teacher contract negotiations 06.01.2025 9:24 ↓

While students were on winter break, there was no vacation from the conflict at Chicago Public Schools headquarters.

Here’s to 1,000 more: Sound Opinions’ hosts reflect on the show’s longevity, and what makes their duo work 03.01.2025 19:21 ↓

The radio show and podcast “Sound Opinions” will drop its 1000th episode on Jan. 24.

O’Hare, Midway, and 400 city buildings are now running on clean energy 03.01.2025 11:32 ↓

Chicago funds the largest solar farm east of the Mississippi River with a plan to power city buildings.