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In the Loop (Segments)

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Unhoused people turned away at O’Hare, leaving them with one fewer place to sleep 15.06.2023

Officials say they’re asking people to provide evidence as to why they’re at the airport in the evenings as a matter of safety.

Chicago rising stars and talented transplants sweep Vocalo Radio’s Top 5 for June 15.06.2023

Vocalo host Bekoe shares the top five tracks he’s spinning on 91.1FM in June.

Chicago Park District approves permits for Riot Fest despite community backlash 15.06.2023

Community members continue to call for more transparency and public engagement during the Park District’s large event permit process.

Illinois legislators continue to protect abortion access after Roe v. Wade overturn 14.06.2023

Illinois Democratic and GOP lawmakers are at odds fighting abortion access at the capital. However, GOP efforts have largely remained unsuccessful. Article: Illinois Democratic lawmakers continue pushing to keep abortion accessible after the Roe reversal last year by the U.S. Supreme Court. In the past year, five measures expanding and protecting abortion access passed in Springfield while GOP law...

Illinois reparations commission looks at the costs of slavery 14.06.2023

Is there any way to repair the harm caused by slavery? A reparations commission in Illinois is tasked with that onerous challenge. Article: (Two sentences max) Earlier this year, Illinois formed the African Descent-Citizens Reparations Commission to look into economic inequities due to the impacts of slavery. Reset learns more about the commission’s mission and work. GUESTS: Illinois State Rep. Wi...

Trump pleads not guilty to latest criminal charges. What comes next? 14.06.2023

The former president is accused of illegally retaining classified documents. Article: (Two sentences max) During his arraignment in federal court yesterday, former President Donald Trump disputed the 37 criminal counts brought against him. Reset digs into the prosecution's case with a political science professor and discusses what this will mean for Trump’s 2024 presidential run. GUEST: Will Howel...

‘Wheel of Fortune’ host Pat Sajak announces retirement 13.06.2023

The Chicago native has hosted the show since the 1980s.

Fighting America’s loneliness epidemic 12.06.2023

U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy has called loneliness a public health crisis. Article: (Two sentences max) According to a recent advisory, about half of U.S. adults reported experiencing loneliness even before the pandemic began. Reset discusses what’s behind the rise of social isolation and loneliness, and checks in with Chicago groups working to build social connection and community. GUESTS: J...

Catalytic converter theft is sweeping Chicago 12.06.2023

There have been over 17,000 reported catalytic converter thefts across the city since 2019, according to a new Chicago Sun-Times report. Article: Widespread catalytic converter theft has cost millions of dollars in repairs for car owners across the city. A Chicago Sun-Times analysis looks into how the thefts are pulled off and why arrests are rarely made. Reset speaks with a consumer journalist ab...

WBEZ’s Weekly News Recap: June 9, 2023 09.06.2023

Bears call a timeout on plans for a new stadium, while South Side activists speak out about missing women and environmental racism.

What Trump’s second indictment means for his presidential run 09.06.2023

This marks the first time a former U.S. president is facing federal charges.

U.S. Rep. Mike Quigley on Trump’s indictment over classified documents 09.06.2023

Donald Trump faces seven federal charges related to his handling of classified documents after leaving office.

How do Asian Americans feel about the affirmative action debate? 08.06.2023

The U.S. Supreme Court is set to rule on two cases challenging admissions practice by the end of June.

Biking families in Chicago ask drivers to be vigilant this summer 08.06.2023

Parents who bike in the city with their kids say they’re on high alert, after vehicles struck and killed three children last summer.

The Republican race for 2024 is getting crowded 07.06.2023

Former Vice President Mike Pence and former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie are the latest to join the race.

Golf’s major rival organizations are merging 07.06.2023

Athletes declined major deals with LIV Golf in favor of PGA, only for the two to merge alongside DP Golf.

Chicago’s cottonwood problem: What’s up with the fluffy stuff? 07.06.2023

Cottonwood trees are going through a “mast seeding” event.

Hammond gets $7 million to eliminate dangerous rail crossings 07.06.2023

The project is considered a first step in addressing the over 200 thousand hazardous crossings across the country.

Chicago’s 311 hotline, shelter system are struggling to keep up with demand 07.06.2023

More people are calling the hotline for shelter as the city faces two converging crises: homelessness and an influx of asylum-seekers.

Operation Summer Vacation: Getting your kids out of the house 06.06.2023

School’s out, and your kids want a memorable summer. But outside is expensive. Here’s what to do.

One Spinosaurus is calling the Field Museum its new home 06.06.2023

You can check out the Field Museum’s new spiny friend now in Stanley Field Hall.

Chicago traffic is bad. How is it affecting people? 06.06.2023

From the Kennedy Expressway to DuSable Lake Shore Drive, construction and lane closures slow down traffic and spill over onto side streets.

Chicago traffic is bad. How is it affecting people? 06.06.2023

From the Kennedy Expressway to DuSable Lake Shore Drive, construction and lane closures slow down traffic and spill over onto side streets.

Chicago Bears eye new prospect for their next home 06.06.2023

The teams say Arlington Heights is no longer its “singular focus.

Black, low-income communities struggled after CPS school closures 10 years ago 06.06.2023

A new analysis shows the mass closings didn’t fix structural inequalities of the city’s public school system as promised.

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