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Chicagoans Who Lived Through The 1995 Heat Wave
Thirty years ago, a deadly heat wave hit the Chicago area, overwhelming city agencies, the power grid, and ultimately contributing to the deaths of 7…
10 months, 2 weeks ago
What A Weakened 14th Amendment Could Mean For America
Today marks the anniversary of the ratification of the 14th Amendment, which established citizenship for freed slaves and women. The anniversary come…
10 months, 2 weeks ago
The Story Of Chicago’s July 1995 Heat Wave
This week marks 30 years since a blistering, oppressive heat wave boiled the Midwest, hitting the Chicago area the hardest. Temperatures reached a he…
10 months, 2 weeks ago
Another Round Of Trump Tariffs And Its Effect On Chicago
Producer: Lynnea Domienik, William Balk
Editor: Daniel Tucker
Mixer: Micah Yason
10 months, 2 weeks ago
When Sports Betting Leads To Problem Gambling
After Illinois legalized sports betting in 2020, the state has seen a surge in business, jobs and tax revenue from the gaming industry. Advocates say…
10 months, 2 weeks ago
Tax And Spending Bill Could Increase Hunger In Chicago
President Trump’s massive tax and spending bill signed into law on July 4 enshrined his 2017 tax cuts and cut federal funding for clean energy, food …
10 months, 3 weeks ago
What’s That Building? New Inspirational Baptist Church
Producer: Aaryan Kumar, Sasha-Ann Simons
Editor: Meha Ahmad
Mixer: Ethan Schwabe
10 months, 3 weeks ago
WBEZ’s Weekly News Recap: July 3. 2025
Democratic Illinois lawmakers have slammed their Republican colleagues in the U.S. Senate for passing President Trump’s tax and spending plan. Illino…
10 months, 3 weeks ago
Chicago Is Way Behind On Replacing Lead Pipes
Chicago has more lead water pipes than most U.S. cities, and nearly two-thirds of children under 6 are exposed to lead in drinking water. Efforts to …
10 months, 3 weeks ago
What Trump’s Policy Bill Means For Medicaid And People With Disabilities
Producer: Gina Montagna, Micah Yason
Editor: Daniel Tucker
Mixer: Micah Yason
10 months, 3 weeks ago