In the Loop (Segments)

Chicago mayor-elect Brandon Johnson reflects on his victory and what lies ahead 05.04.2023 48:04 ↓

Plus, local reporters explain how voter turnout carried Brandon Johnson across the finish line.

‘Holy Week’ looks at the aftermath of MLK’s death 04.04.2023 18:22 ↓

A new podcast looks at the religious implications of the assassination of Martin Luther King, Jr.

UChicago’s Oriental Institute starts a new chapter 04.04.2023 15:03 ↓

The museum is introducing a new name with less cringe.

Election Day: Run-off Edition 04.04.2023 12:12 ↓

What are people saying as they cast their votes for this run-off election?

Check out these local Black-owned beauty brands 04.04.2023 16:54 ↓

We’ll talk about the new and the old of Chicago’s Black-owned beauty and haircare.

Abortion access is on the ballot in Wisconsin Supreme court race 04.04.2023 15:05 ↓

The Supreme Court race in Wisconsin is being called the most consequential election of 2023.

H2B1-SUSTAINABILITY-MAR-30 04.04.2023 12:22 ↓

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You Didn’t See Nothin’ looks at media coverage of 1997 Chicago hate crime 03.04.2023 14:22 ↓

When Lenard Clark was 13, he was brutally beaten by three white teenagers on the city’s South Side for being Black in a white neighborhood.

What will ultimately decide who’s elected Chicago’s 57th mayor? 03.04.2023 14:40 ↓

A recent WBEZ analysis found that voter turnout could be the deciding factor in the April 4th runoff.

Solutions to Chicago gun violence that go beyond policing 03.04.2023 34:02 ↓

A big push for increased violence prevention has been growing in Chicago after a 2016 spike in shootings.

Roy Wood Jr. talks ‘The Daily Show,’ White House Correspondents’ Dinner 03.04.2023 21:45 ↓

The comedian is part of the guest-host lineup for the late-night talk show as the search for Trevor Noah’s replacement continues.

WBEZ’s Weekly News Recap: March 31, 2023 31.03.2023 47:03 ↓

Several recent polls show a tight race between Chicago mayoral runoff candidates Brandon Johnson and Paul Vallas.

WBEZ’s Weekly News Recap: March 31, 2023 31.03.2023 47:03 ↓

Several recent polls show a tight race between Chicago mayoral runoff candidates Brandon Johnson and Paul Vallas.

Paul Vallas and Brandon Johnson debate one last time before April 4 runoff 31.03.2023 1:25:17 ↓

The forum was a partnership between Chicago Public Media and UChicago’s Institute of Politics.

Michael League on Jazz Fusion and His Band Snarky Puppy 30.03.2023 24:38 ↓

The band leader talks about incorporating elements from around the world into his music.

Fixing an empathy gap between Chicagoans and CPD 30.03.2023 9:38 ↓

The city’s next mayor will need to prioritize changing the community’s fundamental lack of understanding of what CPD officers do.

Bison and prescribed burns are critical to health of tall grass prairie 30.03.2023 15:16 ↓

Bison are the largest land mammal in North America, and their grazing patterns help insects, birds and small mammals thrive.

Are Illinois crisis pregnancy centers pushing people away from abortion care? 30.03.2023 15:16 ↓

Some Democratic lawmakers in Springfield think so.

Allergy season has arrived. Here’s what you should know. 30.03.2023 18:40 ↓

Why are we allergic to plants anyway?

What’s next for TikTok after contentious Congressional hearings? 29.03.2023 13:28 ↓

Lawmakers raised concerns about users’ personal data, security and teen mental health.

How the deadly fire at a Mexican immigrant detention center connects to Chicago 29.03.2023 17:26 ↓

At least 38 people are dead and dozens injured after the blaze, which happened at a center near the U.S.-Mexico border.

Economic development ideas for Chicago’s next mayor 29.03.2023 15:32 ↓

The Chicago Sun-Times editorial board says that “us vs. them” thinking in economic development needs to become a thing of the past.

Chicago Innovators: Building a community of queer climbers in Chicago 28.03.2023 16:34 ↓

Whether you like bouldering, free soloing or sport climbing, you can find an LGBTQ-inclusive community and space in Chicago.

Illinois awards $20 million in security grants to potential targets of attacks 28.03.2023 14:14 ↓

The governor says the funds will provide groups with the resources they need to boost security measures amid the “rising tide of extremism.”

Highland Park gun reform advocate speaks out after Nashville school shooting 28.03.2023 19:54 ↓

A 28-year-old shooter killed three 9-year-old children and three staff members at an elementary school in Nashville, Tenn., Monday.