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Oscars nods, snubs and who we think should’ve been nominated 25.01.2023 20:07
No female directors and a scarcity of Black talent in the best acting categories stunned some movie fans.
New grant aims to bolster Chicago’s hidden neighborhood gems 25.01.2023 25:10
The $5.5 million grant will expand efforts already underway in other neighborhoods across Chicago.
Making sense of recent mass shootings 25.01.2023 22:38
By one count, there have been 39 mass shootings so far in 2023, the highest number in years.
How startups want to change weather forecasting 25.01.2023 13:53
According to some startups, tools like artificial intelligence and drone technology might be the answer.
Why are so many homeless people seeking shelter at O’Hare and in transit hubs? 24.01.2023 15:13
Advocates say the shelter system is overwhelmed by the unhoused population and asylum seekers who have arrived in Chicago.
How safe and accessible are common menstrual products? 24.01.2023 18:28
Companies that make period products like tampons, cups, pads and underwear aren’t required to list the chemicals they contain.
Chicago Innovator: This tech incubator is supporting minority- and women-run startups in Roseland 24.01.2023 14:57
1921 is a nonprofit that helps launch small startups and gives local entrepreneurs a place to gather and host learning opportunities.
Chicago Asian Americans reflect on Lunar New Year after California mass shooting 24.01.2023 18:16
A mass shooting at a Lunar New Year celebration in Monterey Park killed 11 people and injured nine more.
Bias Against Bodies: Why is it still legal to fire someone for being fat? 24.01.2023 18:21
It’s past time to address weight-based discrimination in the workplace.
How to cope with major life changes 23.01.2023 19:55
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Reclaiming the narrative of the Tulsa Race Massacre through restorative justice archeology 23.01.2023 11:18
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With Roe turning 50, where do reproductive rights go from here? 23.01.2023 32:52
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UIC teachers reach a tentative agreement, end strike 23.01.2023 4:50
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Illinois judge temporarily halts state’s assault weapons ban 23.01.2023 6:34
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Chicago Health Update: new study addressing how sleep affects health 23.01.2023 13:31
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How Chicago-area libraries are fighting book bans 20.01.2023 12:50
After numerous parent complaints, Chicagoland libraries are combating widespread calls for removal of various children’s books.
Hour 2. WBEZ’s Weekly News Recap: Jan. 20, 2023 20.01.2023 47:28
Chicago’s nine mayoral candidates met for their first televised debate, and early voting starts on Jan. 26.
Chicago DJs celebrate international house music with ‘Global Currency’ party 20.01.2023 16:54
Chicago house music influences club music around the world, and local DJs are spreading the word.
How should artificial intelligence be used in the classroom? 19.01.2023 31:13
Generative AI tools like ChatGPT and DALL-E are becoming more and more impressive and accessible to anyone with a computer, including students. Some educators expressed concerns about cheating, while others are embracing AI as a teaching tool. Reset speaks with a WBEZ reporter and Chicago teacher about how ChatGPT is impacting city classrooms, then they talk to an advocate working to expand AI to...
Federal lawsuits filed to block assault weapons ban 19.01.2023 14:31
A multitude of entities have filed federal lawsuits against the assault weapons ban, ranging from citizens to the Illinois State Rifle Association. Reset hears from a state politics reporter on what’s the scoop GUESTS: Tina Sfondeles,Chicago Sun-Times chief political reporter Richard Pearson, Illinois State Rifle Association Executive Director
Why are people fighting over stoves? 19.01.2023 30:33
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How should artificial intelligence be used in the classroom? 19.01.2023 31:14
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Federal lawsuits filed to block assault weapons ban 19.01.2023 14:32
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Can you spend 24 hours plastic-free? 18.01.2023 12:37
One journalist tells us about his experience – and the 164 ways he failed that day.
The argument for killing passwords 18.01.2023 11:45
At least 16 characters long, including uppercase, lowercase, numbers, and a special character. Cybersecurity is becoming increasingly demanding.
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