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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…
1 year 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…
1 year 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…
1 year ago
Another Round Of Trump Tariffs And Its Effect On Chicago
Producer: Lynnea Domienik, William Balk
Editor: Daniel Tucker
Mixer: Micah Yason
1 year 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…
1 year 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 …
1 year ago
What’s That Building? New Inspirational Baptist Church
Producer: Aaryan Kumar, Sasha-Ann Simons
Editor: Meha Ahmad
Mixer: Ethan Schwabe
1 year 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…
1 year 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 …
1 year ago
What Trump’s Policy Bill Means For Medicaid And People With Disabilities
Producer: Gina Montagna, Micah Yason
Editor: Daniel Tucker
Mixer: Micah Yason
1 year ago