In the Loop (Segments)

Reset talks to movie experts ahead of a film festival from the Gene Siskel Film Center that will focus on iconic scores and soundtracks.

Making sure you have a taste of summer in the winter months starts with canning, pickling and freezing the current bounty.

White Sox

Theater in Chicago is tapping into the political landscape of the moment through the artistry of playwriting, musicals, and performance as we gear up to the DNC next week.

Many trees and plants are being exposed to weedkillers every year, according to a six year analysis from environmental action and advocacy group Prairie Rivers Network.

State senator Doris Turner wants to turn to existing legislation before exploring new ideas.

Plus: Harris campaign woos Republican leaders Kinzinger, LaHood, others

Ellie Gilbert-Bair

The “My New Yorks” exhibit at the Art Institute shows the famed painter’s urban landscapes.

Breaking is the first dance sport to join the Olympics.

Iowa is the fourth state bordering Illinois to implement a ban on abortion.

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Trump makes false statements about Kamala Harris’ race at a Black journalists’ convention in Chicago. JB Pritzker is being vetted for VP.

This museum houses the history of surgery through art collections, artifacts, and medically themed exhibitions.

Try your toaster oven! “I have done everything from baking chicken to roasting fish in there,” says award-winning food writer Kevin Pang.

So much of our digital lives relies on data centers that could use up to 9% of electricity in the U.S. by 2030.

The festival is kicking off tomorrow in Grant Park.

We want to do something weird and fun that highlights local venues,” says owner of Empty Bottle.

Families in Chicago could be spending anywhere from $20,000 to $100,000 a year for long-term care, according to Genworth.

Many were critical of leadership at the National Association of Black Journalists for inviting Trump despite his spread of misinformation and the way he has used Chicago as a dog whistle in national politics.

Athletes who caught the public eye, including gymnast Simone Biles and runner Sha-Carri Richardson, who didn’t get a chance to compete in 2020, will do so this year. Several sports, including surfing, rock climbing and skateboarding will return to the Paris games for the second time and breakdancing makes its debut. Reset gets insight into who, and what, to watch. GUEST: Cheryl Raye-Stout, WBEZ sp...

Editor’s note: This conversation discusses suicide and self-harm. If you or a loved one are having thoughts of suicide call 9-8-8, the crisis lifeline. Older adults in Illinois are at an increased risk for suicide, according to recently released data from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. Nearly 20 percent of suicides in Illinois were among people 65 years and older between 2020...

The Board of Education has approved Chicago Public Schools’ proposed $9.9 billion dollar budget for the 2024-2025 school year. This decision follows pressure from the Chicago Teachers Union, Mayor Brandon Johnson, and even some board members. Reset learns what the budget is going to cover, and how it will impact CPS students and staff. GUEST: Sarah Karp, WBEZ education reporter

Chicago braces for more migrants ahead of DNC, while United Center owners unveil multi-billion dollar development plans.

For all the dairy-free folks out there, here’s some options for your wine-and-cheese night.