Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchThis is Ramadan in Chicago
We’re about halfway through Ramadan — the Muslim holy month marked by charity, spiritual reflection, and daily fasting. With some 350,000 Muslims est…
2 years, 4 months ago
State’s Attorney’s Race Continues, CPS Funding Changes, and Honeymoon in the Burbs
It’s been a week, but the election is not over yet. As of this recording, just over 2000 votes separate the candidates for Cook County State’s Attorn…
2 years, 4 months ago
Why Does Chicago Have So Many Lead Pipes?
A new study shows that more than two-thirds of kids under 6 in Chicago might be exposed to lead-contaminated water. That could be because the city ha…
2 years, 4 months ago
Outstanding Election Questions, DNC Protests, and Lollapalooza Chicago Turns 20
With thousands of ballots still being counted, the fate of the highly contested Bring Chicago Home tax referendum remains unclear. As of Thursday aft…
2 years, 4 months ago
Is Chicago the Sneaker (ahem Gym Shoe) Capital?
March Madness means basketball is on the brain, which makes it a good time to revisit how the sport has influenced fashion. While the Fighting Illini…
2 years, 4 months ago
The Surprises (and Snoozes) on Primary Day
Voters headed to the polls yesterday to cast their ballots for Democratic and Republican nominees for local, state, and federal offices. The City Cas…
2 years, 4 months ago
It’s Election Day! Plus, Migrant Evictions and Bears' Next QB
It’s primary election day! Between tonight and early tomorrow we will hopefully know the results of some key congressional races, some highly contest…
2 years, 4 months ago
Why Do Chicagoans Have to Complain to Get Things Done?
From rats in the alley to problem landlords, the first thing you’ll often hear is, “Call 311.” But while complaining may help get your problem solved…
2 years, 4 months ago
Measles Outbreak, Rental Assistance Cliff, and Supreme Court on Referendum
There have been 10 confirmed measles cases reported at the Pilsen migrant shelter on Halsted Ave. City and state officials are working to isolate ind…
2 years, 4 months ago
Why Does Chicago Dye the River Green?
On Saturday, the city will dye the Chicago River green in honor of St. Patrick’s Day. The tradition has been going on for decades, but how much do we…
2 years, 4 months ago