In the Loop (Segments)

Could a ‘noise-sensitive zone’ protect abortion seekers from anti-abortion rights protestors? 22.08.2023 11:04 ↓

The city’s “bubble ordinance” should protect abortion seekers from protestors, but it’s hard to enforce. An alderman aims to update the law.

What would it take to bring State Street back to life? 21.08.2023 13:56 ↓

State Street was once a shopping mecca. A new panel unveils recommendations for how to get it back on the road to success.

Is ‘The Fugitive’ the best Chicago movie? We checked with the director 21.08.2023 20:13 ↓

Director Andy Davis talks to “Reset” about the 1993 thriller “The Fugitive” and his Chicago roots.

Everything you need to know about end of Summer travel trends 21.08.2023 24:08 ↓

The summer travel season may have already peaked, but it's not too late to plan a getaway.

Chicago parents scramble to find transportation for CPS students 21.08.2023 31:50 ↓

Instead, CPS is paying families to find alternative routes.

WBEZ’s Weekly News Recap: August 18, 2023 18.08.2023 46:04 ↓

Mayor Johnson picks a news police superintendent while ousting a popular public health director, and kids begin heading back to school.

Meet Preckwinkle’s pick to succeed Kim Foxx 18.08.2023 14:59 ↓

Kim Foxx announced earlier this year she wouldn’t seek reelection for a third term.

Damon Locks on his new album: ‘New Future City Radio’ 18.08.2023 17:08 ↓

Founder of the Black Monument Ensemble, and member of the band The Eternals, discusses his new music.

Clean Air Club wants to protect artists, one HEPA filter at a time 18.08.2023 13:31 ↓

The organization says they hope to contribute to the long-term health and safety of the entire creative scene out of the pandemic.

Youth climate activists scored a major win in Montana. Could Illinois be next? 17.08.2023 17:52 ↓

A Montana judge ruled in favor of young people’s constitutional right to a ‘healthful environment.’

WTB-AUG-17 17.08.2023 11:23 ↓

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Kid-fluencers in Illinois gain legal protections from first-in-the-nation law 17.08.2023 17:46 ↓

The law only effects monetized posts on social media platforms and guarantees children the right to be paid for their work.

How CPS leaders can boost special ed services 17.08.2023 15:00 ↓

The number of Chicago Public School students in need of special education services has grown in recent years.

Dreaming of college? There are two major questions you have to answer first 17.08.2023 31:16 ↓

From “How will I pay for this?” to “Will my major help pay off my loans?”, we turn to experts on how to tackle financial aid and picking a major.

Two Chicago-area Trump allies indicted, accused of trying to overturn 2020 election results 16.08.2023 12:10 ↓

Trevian C. Kutti is a former publicist of R. Kelly and Kanye West, and Stephen Lee is a Lutheran pastor, both accused of election fraud.

How not to (summer) slide into the new school year 16.08.2023 31:42 ↓

Experts say summer learning loss can contribute to an erosion of academic skills during the school year.

Ditching perfectionism and embracing the messy 16.08.2023 22:36 ↓

“What I’m trying to do now with this book is teach [future, current, previous] generations that we don’t always have to be perfect to be worthy,” L’Oreal Thompson Payton tells Reset.

Amid a housing crisis, a statewide coalition is going after the ban on rent control 16.08.2023 14:18 ↓

The coalition announced their plan Wednesday to tackle Illinois’ ban on rent control.

Dr. Allison Arwady is no longer Chicago’s Public Health Commissioner 15.08.2023 14:45 ↓

Dr. Allison Arwady is no longer Chicago’s Public Health Commissioner

Johnson nears 100-day mark with several high-profile cabinet vacancies 15.08.2023 14:00 ↓

Three months into the new mayor's term and the administration is still working to solidify cabinet positions.

It’s time to get out and walk! 15.08.2023 31:17 ↓

Say goodbye to that 10,000 step goal

Dr. Allison Arwady is no longer Chicago’s Public Health Commissioner 15.08.2023 24:40 ↓

The news of Arwady's firing came a day after the Chicago Board of Health asked Mayor Johnson to keep her in the post.

Getting handy: How to fix your stuff yourself (and why it’s getting harder) 14.08.2023 29:42 ↓

Three organizations can help you become a DIY maestro.

How to help women, girls prevent injuries and become top-performing athletes 14.08.2023 26:48 ↓

The number of women playing sports at the collegiate level has increased 600% since the early 1970s.

How to help women, girls prevent injuries and become top-performing athletes 14.08.2023 26:48 ↓

The number of women playing sports at the collegiate level has increased 600% since the early 1970s.