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Catholic Theological Union reacts to alum becoming pope
A new pope has been named – and he hails from Chicago. Pope Leo the Fourteenth was born in Chicago as Robert Prevost, and he attended the Catholic…
1 year, 5 months ago
‘The First Homosexuals’ showcases 300 queer artworks amid ‘rise of homophobic politics’
HOST: Clare Lane A new exhibition is on display at Wrightwood 6-5-9 in Chicago’s Lincoln Park neighborhood that is attracting a lot of local atten…
1 year, 5 months ago
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem criticizes Illinois’ sanctuary policy
The head of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security paid Illinois’ capital city a visit today. Secretary Kristi Noem appeared in Springfield, where …
1 year, 5 months ago
DePaul president grilled by Congress over campus protests
HOST: Melba Lara DePaul President Robert Manuel faced more than three hours of questioning today from a congressional committee. Republican me…
1 year, 5 months ago
Chicago homeowners contesting property tax bills encounter a burdensome process
If you think your property taxes are too high, one way to get them lowered is by filing an appeal to challenge your property assessment. That fig…
1 year, 5 months ago
Chicago ‘dark pop diva’ Chillona breaks rules with new album — and maximalist personal style
Chicago musician Chillona performs electronic pop and alt-reggaeton in both English and Spanish. Her live shows borrow elements from drag and bur…
1 year, 5 months ago
Chicago bakeries have gone viral. Are the lines worth it?
It’s a growing trend across Chicago… dozens of people lining up outside local bakeries before they open. Several city bakeries are going viral onl…
1 year, 5 months ago
Chicago Public Media CEO responds to executive order targeting NPR funding
We hear from Melissa Bell, CEO of Chicago Public Media, on how the Trump executive order targeting NPR funding will impact WBEZ. HOST: Melba Lara; RE…
1 year, 5 months ago
Glock handgun stolen from a CPD buyback was used in several violent crimes
A Glock handgun stolen from a Chicago police gun buyback was used in several violent crimes. HOST: Lisa Labuz; REPORTERS: Tom Schuba and Patrick Smith
1 year, 5 months ago
Author of 'Dead Man Walking' visits Cook County Jail book club
Sister Helen Prejean, the famed anti-death penalty activist and author of 'Dead Man Walking,' visits a book club at Cook County Jail. HOST: Melba Lar…
1 year, 5 months ago