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In the Loop (Segments)

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Chicago strikes a deal for more public restrooms 01.02.2024

The city’s public bathroom pilot program has been years in the making.

Some funding for Chicago’s 5-year pre-k expansion will run out next year 31.01.2024

How will the district maintain the free programming?

Metra riders, get ready for new fares, other changes this week 31.01.2024

Starting February 1, bikes will be allowed on trains throughout the day.

Filing your taxes for free might be within reach. Here’s how. 31.01.2024

Intuit isn’t your only software option for online tax filing.

State elections board keeps Trump on Illinois primary ballot 31.01.2024

The January 30th vote was unanimous, but the issue now heads to state court.

Ijeoma Oluo offers a plan for societal change in her new book ‘Be A Revolution’ 30.01.2024

In her latest book, Oluo aims to take our conversations on racism out of a place of pain and trauma and into a place of loving action.

Understanding menopause, perimenopause and postmenopause 30.01.2024

Menopause is a normal part of aging, but it can come with symptoms that can impact a person’s quality of life.

Shelter deadline delayed again, saving 1,900 migrants from February eviction 30.01.2024

Plus, City Council is set to convene on a resolution on whether to support a permanent ceasefire in Gaza.

Legendary Meteorologist Tom Skilling On Chasing Tornadoes, Predicting Weather And Retirement 30.01.2024

Since he was just 14 years old, meteorologist Tom Skilling has predicted the weather, and helped Illinoisians understand the science behind it. He’s guided residents through rain and shine, floods and droughts, blizzards and heat waves. He’s chased tornadoes — and been chased by them. Reset talked to the longtime meteorologist about his legendary career ahead of his retirement.

Legendary Meteorologist Tom Skilling On Chasing Tornadoes, Predicting Weather And Retirement 30.01.2024

Since he was just 14 years old, meteorologist Tom Skilling has predicted the weather, and helped Illinoisians understand the science behind it. He’s guided residents through rain and shine, floods and droughts, blizzards and heat waves. He’s chased tornadoes — and been chased by them. Reset talked to the longtime meteorologist about his legendary career ahead of his retirement.

This data determines federal HUD money for homelessness. Is it accurate? 29.01.2024

Last week, “point-in-time” counts were conducted in Chicago and other locations across the country. It’s an annual assessment of homeless people. But is that the best method to determine services?

Longtime weatherman Tom Skilling on climate change, chasing tornadoes and retirement 29.01.2024

After 45 years at WGN, the chief meteorologist is hanging up his hat next month.

Chicago Rapper Common Reflects on Power of Self-Love 29.01.2024

Chicago Rapper Common Reflects on Power of Self-Love on Reset

WBEZ’s Weekly News Recap, Jan 26, 2024: Migrants, ‘Indiana Bears’ and goodbye to gas? 26.01.2024

A call for more federal aid for migrants and another for banning natural gas in new homes. Reset breaks down the biggest stories of the week.

What’s next for music criticism now that Pitchfork is part of GQ? 26.01.2024

Chicago shaped the early years of the music review site Pitchfork. After a merger with GQ that included layoffs, Reset explores what’s next.

Illinois Board of Education votes to update reading instruction 26.01.2024

The new literacy plan places heavy emphasis on “evidence-based learning.”

Experimental art space faces uncertain future after building bought by Loyola University 25.01.2024

Roman Susan provides paid opportunities for artists in the Great Lakes region to showcase their work.

Experimental art space faces uncertain future after building bought by Loyola University 25.01.2024

Roman Susan provides paid opportunities for artists in the Great Lakes region to showcase their work.

Chicago Board Of Education will weigh in on the future of charter schools in Chicago 25.01.2024

After the board signaled a shift away from school choice, it’s time to read the tea leaves of the group’s vote on charter schools.

Millions of mothers, children at risk of losing WIC food assistance 25.01.2024

Advocates warn that families could see waitlists for the first time in decades if WIC does not receive more funding.

‘Doomsday Clock’ Is 90 seconds to midnight (aka total annihilation) 25.01.2024

The Doomsday Clock is a metaphor for “how close we are to destroying our world with dangerous technologies of our own making.”

Why are more young and middle-aged adults getting diagnosed with cancer? 24.01.2024

The American Cancer Society reported cancer mortality is down, but cancer diagnoses are on the rise.

Illinois eyes ban on red dye No. 3, other harmful additives 24.01.2024

The five ingredients listed to be banned in a proposed bill in Springfield have been connected to cancer, behavioral problems in children, and overall to poor health outcomes.

As the U.S. population ages, more seniors might ‘age in place’ 24.01.2024

In the 2020 Census, 1 in 6 adults were 65 or older.

What Chicago can learn from New York’s response to arriving migrants 23.01.2024

Advocates in New York City warn of chaos and inhumane conditions as the city casts some migrants onto the street.

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