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In the Loop (Segments)

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Episodes

How to vote in Illinois’ 2024 primary election 05.02.2024

When does early voting start? How do I apply to vote by mail? Where do I go to vote in-person? Reset shares the details.

How social media influences home cooking 05.02.2024

From viral food trends to your next weekly staple, TikTok and Instagram have seemingly endless options.

How Illinois congressional maps get drawn and what it shows about power in the state 05.02.2024

Much of the process happens behind closed doors, but many community leaders have called for more transparency.

WBEZ’s Weekly News Recap, Feb. 2, 2024: CPS students shot, Trump approved and more 02.02.2024

Gaza cease-fire passes, mayor delays shelter deadline, Tribune reporters go on strike. Reset breaks down the biggest stories of the week.

A Bronzeville building is the birthplace of Black History Month 02.02.2024

The start of Black History Month can be traced back to a YMCA in Chicago’s Bronzeville neighborhood.

WTB: Candy 01.02.2024

WTB Candy

Investigation finds ShotSpotter missed hundreds of Chicago shootings over a year 01.02.2024

South Side Weekly found the company formerly known as ShotSpotter missed over 550 outdoor shootings from December 2022 to December 2023.

Can Chicago’s power grid handle a move from natural gas to electric in homes? 01.02.2024

An ordinance introduced in City Council in January would ban gas hookups in most new buildings in Chicago.

City Council passes resolution calling for cease-fire in Gaza 01.02.2024

Chicago is now the largest city in the nation to pass a resolution supporting a cease-fire in Gaza.

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.”

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