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Jul 21, 2026

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Episodes

Healing trauma caused by gun violence can start at the hospital 27.08.2024

When survivors of gun violence go to the hospital for care, they can get more than just physical treatment.

Extreme heat affects people’s health, especially for those who work outside 27.08.2024

The heat index is expected to hit 115 degrees on Tuesday, Aug. 27, and that can be dangerous for people’s health.

Chicago students begin another school year 26.08.2024

The 2024-2025 school year kicks off for public school students in Chicago. Here’s what you need to know.

How Chicagoans are tackling gun violence 26.08.2024

Gun violence is a complex issue in Chicago, with complex solutions.

WBEZ’s Weekly News Recap, Aug. 23, 2024 23.08.2024

Chicago steps into the world spotlight as it hosts the Democratic National Convention. Reset breaks it down.

Chicago artist MASTER STEVE on mastering his craft 22.08.2024

Chicago neo-soul and hip-hop musician

Kamala Harris’ ‘intersecting identities’ and her historic run for president 22.08.2024

Northwestern’s Nitasha Sharma says we need to “pull apart…her story and her background from her policies and really interrogate both.”

Remembering Phil Donahue, the king of daytime television 21.08.2024

TV icon Phil Donahue died Sunday at the age of 88.

Meet ‘The Daily Show’ staff broadcasting from the DNC in Chicago 21.08.2024

'The Daily Show’ has covered political conventions since 2000. Here’s what the team is working on in Chicago.

What’s next for Kamala Harris and the Democratic party? 21.08.2024

Ahead of Harris’ speech Thursday night at the DNC, we look at where the party is today and what comes next.

DNC day 2 recap: Obamas, Pritzker, roll call vote 21.08.2024

"Trump is rich in only one thing: stupidity,” Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker said as he joined other national and state leaders on the DNC stage last night.

How Midwest organizing, labor movements are shaping the 2024 election 20.08.2024

The Democratic National Convention in Chicago is far from the only way the Midwest is putting its imprint on the 2024 race.

How to steer clear of DNC traffic 20.08.2024

Tips to help you navigate road closures, CTA reroutes and protests.

The economy is the top issue for young voters 20.08.2024

A new national poll by GenForward and the University of Chicago is some of the first data collected after the switch from Biden to Harris.

Press freedom is at stake during the DNC, says advocates 19.08.2024

Journalists are protected by the First and Fourth Amendments – but advocates fear violations as reporters try to do their jobs at the DNC.

Do political conventions even matter? 19.08.2024

Political conventions used to be the place where party faithfuls choose their nominee. But no longer. So why do we continue the tradition? And what purpose do they serve?

The DNC kicks off with caucus meetings, protests, and more 19.08.2024

Thousands are gathered inside and outside of the United Center to make their voices heard.

RESET WTB - RAVINIA 16.08.2024

WHATS THAT BUILDING AT RAVINIA

WBEZ’s Weekly News Recap: Aug. 16, 2024 16.08.2024

Chicago prepares to host DNC, Riot Fest returns to Douglass Park and more

Lofi indie rock to study and relax to 15.08.2024

Lofi indie rock to study and relax to

Giardiniera 15.08.2024

Giardiniera is our herb, use it like basil

Off The Beaten Path: Pinning Down a People’s History at the Busy Beaver Button Co. 15.08.2024

Museums

A retrospective of Chicago Reader could soon become a book 14.08.2024

Chicago Reader pioneered the free alternative weekly genre more than 50 years ago.

Can turning trash into jet fuel make air travel more sustainable? 14.08.2024

Flights cause 2-3% of the world’s carbon emissions. Airlines say they aim to slash this and reach net zero by 2050.

College Students Involved With the DNC and Hopes For Their Generation of Voters 14.08.2024

Reset talks about Gen Zers involved in political engagement around the DNC, and what they hope for this coming election season.

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