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What Biden’s Border Shutdown Could Mean For Chicago
A new executive order from President Biden temporarily suspends the entry of most asylum seekers attempting to cross the border without authorization…
1 year, 11 months ago
Brandon Johnson Plans To Make Good On A Campaign Promise
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson is aiming to make good on a campaign promise to expand mental health services. Six city-run mental health clinics w…
1 year, 11 months ago
From Chicago To Mars: Discover Your Inner Scientist
As school winds down and we head into summer, it’s a great chance to dip a toe into the world of science. All you need is an internet connection and …
1 year, 11 months ago
City Watchdog: Chicago Police At Risk Of Violating Protestors’ Rights At DNC
As the Democratic National Convention and inevitable protests approach, Chicago’s Inspector General is raising the alarm. The IG’s latest report sugg…
1 year, 11 months ago
Inside WBEZ’s Summer Guide Of Chicago’s Must-Sees And Can’t-Misses
From street fests to must-see performances, WBEZ’s arts and culture team is highlighting a guide of summer events and excitement. Reset checks in …
1 year, 11 months ago
Six Lung Collapses, Then A Rare Disease Diagnosis
Thirty million people live with a rare disease in the United States. And for many of them, it often takes years to get a diagnosis. For one Chica…
1 year, 11 months ago
How To Stay Safe Swimming In Lake Michigan
Summer is on its way, and temperatures are rising. But if you’re planning to dive into the water, you need to make sure you’re careful, too. Reset…
1 year, 11 months ago
WBEZ’s Weekly News Recap: May 31, 2024
Illinois politicians have partisan reactions to Trump’s guilty verdict. Milwaukee braces for the Republican National Convention in July. Democrats de…
1 year, 11 months ago
The History Of Baseball’s Negro Leagues
Major League Baseball is now incorporating statistics of Negro League players in their record books. Since this change, ball players like Josh Gibson…
1 year, 11 months ago
Chicago Is Training City Workers And Citizens To Help Prevent Suicide
There’s a shortage of mental health workers in Chicago, but the rate of suicide is increasing in certain communities. To address this, CDPH is implem…
1 year, 11 months ago