In the Loop (Segments)

Reset brings on New York Times economics reporter Eduardo Porter to discuss the economic impact of COVID-19 and his new podcast The Pie from WBEZ and the Becker Friedman Institute for Economics at the University of Chicago.

The COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated the nation’s child care crisis, one that has kept parents — especially women — out of the U.S. workforce. Reset takes a closer look at the pandemic’s impact on mothers across the country and child care providers around Illinois.

Thursday marks the 51st anniversary of the Chicago police killing of Black Panther leader Fred Hampton. Reset remembers Hampton’s work and his death via WBEZ’s archives. We also hear from Chicago activist Aislinn Pulley for her thoughts on why Hampton’s life and death offer important lessons for today.

Illinois has paid millions of dollars to settle the claims of prisoners who suffered injuries after their grievances were ignored or denied. Reset brings on WBEZ’s Shannon Heffernan for more on this issue.

A new multi-media project from a student at the University of Illinois at Chicago features the six branches of the river telling their own story. Reset learns more about The River Speaks.

Illinois public school teachers are grappling with what teaching modes— remote, in-person, hybrid- will prove the most effective for students and safe for teachers. Reset brings on the head of Illinois’ largest teachers union and a high school student to hear how these decisions are playing out ahead of winter break.

Chicago officials announced on Tuesday that COVID-19 vaccinations could start within two weeks. Reset brings on the city’s top doctor for the details.

The CDC recommends that nursing home employees and residents be first to receive a COVID-19 vaccine, along with other health care workers. Reset checks in with health reporter David Lim for the details.

Reset checks in with a local mental health organization and a children’s author about books that can help children navigate tough feelings during the COVID-19 pandemic.

It’s been 8 months since Congress has approved a stimulus bill to provide relief for Americans. But, is another one on the way? Reset is joined by HuffPost congressional reporter Arthur Delaney to discuss.

The Trump administration put many of America’s sustainability policies in reverse. Reset brings on a Republican environmentalist to discuss how President Trump’s policies differ from past GOP policy on issues like climate change.

This year, World AIDS Day is a reminder that the COVID-19 pandemic isn’t the only public health crisis the world is facing right now. Reset discusses the importance of World AIDS Day and the parallels between the AIDS crisis and the COVID-19 pandemic.

COVID-19 has taken a toll on our minds as well as our bodies. Reset takes a closer look at a new project between a local hospital and theatre company that uses the arts to help children heal from mental trauma.

The Chicago Teachers Union is voicing concerns over the current status of Chicago Public Schools’ plan to return to in-person learning in January. Reset brings on CTU leadership to gain a sense of their latest concerns with the district’s reopening plans.

Reset brings you our daily snapshot of COVID-19 in our region and circles back on the status of a new CVS Health community testing site opened on Nov. 11 on Chicago's South Side.

Public health experts are bracing for a post-holiday coronavirus surge. Reset brings on NPR Illinois’ Hannah Meisel for an update on how local and state officials are responding.

Many Americans are reconsidering the centuries-old Electoral College system of choosing the U.S. president. Reset brings on a data journalist to discuss the movement to replace the system and a political analyst on why the Electoral College may no longer suit America’s needs.

Starting in January, CPS plans to shift some kids back to in-person learning. Reset brings on district CEO Janice Jackson for more on CPS’ reopening plans.

A new study from the Family Online Safety Institute has found that digital parenting strategies are generational. Reset takes a closer look at the study and talks to listeners about how COVID-19 has affected their digital parenting.

Amazon is hiring hundreds of thousands of workers. It’s also building new facilities in Chicago, angering environmental justice advocates. Reset checks in with reporters for more on the expansion and with local groups who don't want Amazon in their neighborhood.

Reset checks in with the Archdiocese of Chicago for more on this transition and the school system’s ongoing response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

The play opened as the pandemic began, robbing Chicago audiences of the chance to see it. WBEZ will air the audio version Saturday at 2 p.m.

Mayor Lightfoot’s “pandemic budget” passes by a narrow margin. Plus, Illinois health officials plead with residents to avoid holiday travel.

Singer-songwriter Josh Caterer recorded a new solo album with several Chicago area musicians.

Illinois public health officials on Thanksgiving reported 12,022 new cases of COVID-19 and 131 additional deaths. Reset checks in with an infectious disease expert.