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The latest news and featured stories from WBEZ Chicago.

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A new exhibit at the Chicago History Museum documents a long tradition of resistance in Chicago's Latino communities. That includes not just political activism, but also the daily work of maintaining culture. The exhibit is called Aqui en Chicago. It... more

The State of Illinois runs an online auction year-round, giving bidders the opportunity to buy heaps of treasure from afar. People can purchase items as tiny as a set of earbuds or as big as a dump truck. HOST: LANE

There are only seven stops on the Green Line between the Loop and West Garfield Park on Chicago’s West Side. But between these stops, how long someone is expected to live plummets by 20 years. This is the widest death gap in Chicago — and the biggest... more

The new company that provides health care to nearly 30-thousand people in Illinois state prisons… has a disturbing track record. Centurion Health took over health care for the Illinois Department of Corrections this summer, after a multi-year deal – ... more

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Recent Guests

Vanessa Lopez
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Jimena Beltran-Cuanque
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Robert Falls
Theater director with a long career, recently directing 'Amadeus' at Steppenwolf.
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Episode: For theater director Robert Falls, one stage door closes and another opens
Sophie Sherry
Sun-Times reporter
Sun-Times
Episode: Trump's claims about violent crime and immigration fit red states more than blue
Julia Ansley
Senior Homeland Security Correspondent for NBC News
NBC News
Episode: Your questions answered: What are the qualifications for becoming an immigration agent?
Tom Healy
Instructor and lecturer in the College of Business, Department of Finance
University of Illinois, Chicago
Episode: Why do prices go up when a product sells well?
Mariah Rush
Reporter
Sun Times
Episode: The Pumpkin Concierge business is here- delivering fall festivity to your door.
Erika Chavez
Student loan counselor at CCCS of the Northern Illinois
Consumer Credit Counseling Service of Northern Illinois
Episode: How do I consolidate my student loans?
Reggie Ponder
Film critic and Vocalo contributor
Vocalo
Episode: A Chicago film critic on what to see at the Chicago International Film Fest

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#235
United States/News/Daily News
Apple Podcasts
#142
South Korea/News/Daily News
Apple Podcasts
#244
Finland/News/Daily News

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Nora Daley is not just an ex-mayor’s daughter. She’s shaping Chicago’s cultural future.
Q: What do you feel like you took from her or learned from her?
I learned to manage partnerships and engage community through the actions I witnessed from my mother.
Nora Daley is not just an ex-mayor’s daughter. She’s shaping Chicago’s cultural future.
Q: You recently helped turn a vacant H&M into a showcase for the Architecture Biennial. Could art be an effective tool for helping to address all those empty storefronts that we've been seeing downtown?
Yes, partnering with civic leaders has proven effective in activating spaces creatively and vibrantly.
Skyscraper that replaced Sullivan masterpiece heads toward landmark protection
Q: When do you expect that this will get that landmark status?
It comes before the Commission for preliminary status soon, followed by considerations in the Zoning Committee and City Council for full status.
Skyscraper that replaced Sullivan masterpiece heads toward landmark protection
Q: How does landmark status benefit buildings?
Landmark status provides tax breaks for redevelopment, making financial numbers work better for developers.
Skyscraper that replaced Sullivan masterpiece heads toward landmark protection
Q: What features does the building have that make it a candidate for landmark status?
The building's unique formalist design and its complex history as the replacement for Sullivan's masterpiece make it a candidate for landmark status.

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Frequently Asked Questions About WBEZ News

What is WBEZ News about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast brings a diverse range of discussions and narratives that focus on pressing local issues in Chicago, often drawing attention to underrepresented voices and stories. The topics cover everything from community developments, social justice, and education to arts and culture. Highlighting stories such as the establishment of a Black feminist bookstore and community responses to immigration enforcement, the content is designed to engage listeners with relevant news and highlight various community-driven initiatives. Additionally, the show's format often includes expert analysis, personal anecdotes, and insights from reportages, making it a rich source of both information and inspiration for residents and those interested in urban is... more

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