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DNC in Chicago could see propaganda, unprepared police 03.06.2024 14:10
Experts flag issues leading up to the Democratic National Convention in August, including foreign interference.
WBEZ’s Weekly News Recap, May 31, 2024: Trump guilty, new state budget, CTA chief grilled and more 31.05.2024 45:52
Illinois politicians react to Trump’s guilty verdict. Lawmakers approve a $53 billion state budget in Springfield.
Mindy Segal on following her vision and building a thriving bakery 30.05.2024 17:15
From bagels to THC-infused candy to a new custom milk dark chocolate, Segal’s creations inspire delight.
How to stay safe swimming in Lake Michigan and beyond this summer 30.05.2024 17:11
Drowning can often be fast and silent. Reset gets tips on how to help someone you see struggling in the water.
Logan Square traffic circle getting a revamp 30.05.2024 13:15
The project is underway and is expected to wrap up in summer 2026.
Before retirement, this CPS teacher documented his final school year in a newly published diary 29.05.2024 12:37
In the summer 2022, Gregory Michie was unexpectedly reassigned for the fall term from teaching middle school children to instructing K-8 students.
How to get trained to help prevent suicide 29.05.2024 17:12
The Chicago Department of Public Health is training members of the public to identify warning signs.
The DOJ is suing Live Nation. Here’s what that could mean for Chicago. 29.05.2024 15:02
The Department of Justice filed a lawsuit against Live Nation and its subsidiary, Ticketmaster, calling the company a “monopoly.”
One Chicago woman’s health journey: six lung collapses, then a rare disease diagnosis 28.05.2024 17:11
State senators approved a $53.1 budget plan Sunday, sending it to the House for review.
Illinois a step closer to passing the budget 28.05.2024 13:40
State senators approved a $53.1 budget, sending it to the House for review.
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WBEZ’s Weekly News Recap, May 24, 2024: Springfield update, City Council heats up and more Chicago news 24.05.2024 45:56
The deadline looms for lawmakers to pass the state budget, while Chicago alders approve overturning a decision to end the Shotspotter contract.
WBEZ’s Weekly News Recap, May 24, 2024: Springfield update, City Council heats up and more Chicago news 24.05.2024 45:56
The deadline looms for lawmakers to pass the state budget, while Chicago alders approve overturning a decision to end the Shotspotter contract.
Congress grills Northwestern president, others, over handling of campus protests 23.05.2024 7:05
NU president Michael Schill testified before a House committee on Thursday, alongside the presidents of Rutgers and UCLA.
The children of migrants are facing challenges in their Chicago schools 23.05.2024 12:23
Chicago Public Schools is ill-equipped to support the influx of Spanish-speaking students that it has received in recent years.
Diners not biting on the carp rebrand 23.05.2024 12:24
So far, restaurants say the effort to sell “copi” fish is a flop.
Chanel Beads is mixing up pop music with a unique digital flare 23.05.2024 14:13
The Brooklyn based band combines hard hitting drum machines with dreamy strings and vocals. Inspired by the term “Free Jazz,” the mind behind the band wants listeners to find their own meaning in his music.
New Summer EBT program to benefit food-insecure families 22.05.2024 11:15
A new summer program will provide a one-time credit of $120 per child for groceries.
Chicago schools’ plan to be safe without police 22.05.2024 15:46
CPS has new plans for school safety including removing school officers and incorporating more restorative justice practices.
Chicago schools’ plan to be safe without police 22.05.2024 15:46
CPS has new plans for school safety including removing school officers and incorporating more restorative justice practices.
Cook County suburbs losing population, and far southwest suburban counties gain 22.05.2024 19:48
Between 2020-2023, Cook County as a whole lost nearly 4% of its population.
Who wins during the cicada eruption of 2024? It turns out it’s the caterpillars 21.05.2024 14:02
The Midwest is seeing the biggest cicada event in over a century.
What you should know about IVF 21.05.2024 19:51
As infertility rises, people are turning to assisted reproductive treatments like in vitro fertilization.
CTA President Doval Carter Jr. under fire from Chicago City Council 21.05.2024 11:39
Plus, Shotspotter’s future with the city is up in the air.
Illinois’ role in the LGBTQ+ rights movement 20.05.2024 10:43
An exhibit at the Center on Halsted explores the history of the LGBTQ+ rights movement and the role of the Midwest.
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