In the Loop (Segments)

What would happen if Chicago leaders brought back the Department of Environment? 16.02.2023 16:22 ↓

The department was disbanded under the Emanuel administration in 2012. Most mayoral candidates are in favor of reviving it.

Vocalo’s Winter Block Party returns from a pandemic hiatus 16.02.2023 17:47 ↓

Catch the free all-day, all-ages event on Saturday, Feb. 18, at Metro and Soundbar.

Vocalo’s Winter Block Party returns from a pandemic hiatus 16.02.2023 17:47 ↓

Catch the free all-day, all-ages event on Saturday, Feb. 18, at Metro and Soundbar.

Proposed diaper legislation could lighten the financial load for parents in need 16.02.2023 11:39 ↓

Advocates say diapers could cost families between $80 to $100 per month.

Up-and-coming Chicago artists bring new energy to Vocalo’s February playlist 16.02.2023 12:30 ↓

Check out new tracks added to Vocalo Radio’s on-air rotation this month.

New food education program encourages CPS students to be ‘SnackTime Explorers’ 16.02.2023 11:19 ↓

The program brings bite-sized lessons to the classroom, teaching students how to make smart food decisions.

Free preschool could be coming to Illinois by 2027 16.02.2023 23:04 ↓

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker is proposing a four-year plan to make preschool available to every 3- and 4-year-old in the state.

Analysis of Gov. Pritzker’s FY24 budget 15.02.2023 10:43 ↓

The governor focused his budget address on education, public safety and pension funds. Reset turns to a reporter and a lawmaker for analysis.

Listen: Governor Pritzker’s full State of the State address 15.02.2023 1:02:00 ↓

Governor JB Pritzker provides an overview of his 2024 proposed budget for Illinois.

Toni Preckwinkle pushes for guaranteed income at the national level 15.02.2023 10:33 ↓

Preckwinkle is a founding member and co-chair of the new group, Counties for a Guaranteed Income.

Chicago Auto Show expects 500,000 to attend this year 15.02.2023 10:21 ↓

Crowds are getting a charge from electric vehicles at this year’s Chicago Auto Show, which is in high gear at the McCormick Place this week.

Beyond Braille: Hadley creates resources for people with visual impairments 15.02.2023 19:03 ↓

The Winnetka nonprofit has been serving people with visual impairments for over 100 years.

Two million Illinoisans set to lose pandemic food benefits 14.02.2023 28:32 ↓

Starting Feb. 28, families are expected to lose $95 to $200 per month due to policy changes on the federal level.

Southside Blooms teaches young people to grow flowers, create arrangements 14.02.2023 13:46 ↓

In recent weeks, the young people aged 16 to 25 in the program prepared tulips for Valentine’s Day.

Poll reveals Black & Latino priorities in upcoming mayoral election 14.02.2023 12:35 ↓

A new poll shows there’s common ground between Black and Latino voters, but that many are still undecided.

Happy Valentine’s Day! Here’s how to create strong relationships 14.02.2023 19:33 ↓

There’s no single trick to making a relationship work, but there are ways you can set yourself up for success.

Black Joy: Rochelle Trotter combines a love of food with giving back 14.02.2023 19:07 ↓

A health coach and culinary expert shares how helping young people jump start their careers and investing in community brings her joy.

Ranked choice voting is building momentum in Chicago 13.02.2023 33:24 ↓

Advocates and some City Council members say voting reform could improve elections in the city.

Get your groove on at Chicago’s International Salsa Festival 13.02.2023 13:36 ↓

The festival runs Feb. 16 through 19 at the Westin O’Hare.

Chicago Resiliency Fund 2.0 offers aid to domestic workers, undocumented Chicagoans 13.02.2023 14:21 ↓

The fund aims to send one-time payments of $500 to Chicagoans who didn’t receive federal COVID stimulus checks.

After-school killings spike near CPS schools 13.02.2023 15:14 ↓

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A new program will help West Side residents buy bikes, but what about bike infrastructure? 13.02.2023 16:24 ↓

West Side residents who want to access alternative modes of transport like bikes, scooters or electric vehicles could get stipends to help.

WBEZ’s Weekly News Recap: Feb. 10, 2023 10.02.2023 46:42 ↓

Three candidates are in a statistical dead heat in the Chicago mayor’s race. UIC faculty have a contract. Locals help earthquake victims.

Chi Sounds Like: Teaching African American history to empower young people 10.02.2023 9:18 ↓

“I know for a fact that I’m here to create beautiful things for my people,” Ọmọlará Mino tells Vocalo.

The Super Bowl is this weekend, and we have some snack recommendations 10.02.2023 15:11 ↓

It really boils down to one thing: wings.