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RECAP MIGRANTS

People gather outside of a shelter for migrants.

Zubaer Khan

RECAP MIGRANTS

People gather outside of a shelter for migrants.

Zubaer Khan

WBEZ’s Weekly News Recap, March 15, 2024: Migrant evictions, measles, ‘Bring Chicago Home’ and more

Migrants face eviction deadline amidst measles outbreak. Capitol placed in lockdown while lawmakers in Springfield for legislative session.

People gather outside of a shelter for migrants.

Zubaer Khan

   

The Illinois Supreme Court sides with the Johnson administration, denying an appeal to the “Bring Chicago Home” referendum. Meanwhile, the Chicago Bears say they’re committed to keep Chicago as their home, pledging billions for a new lakefront stadium.

Reset goes deeper into those top local stories and more in the Weekly News Recap.

GUESTS: Dan Petrella, Chicago Tribune state government reporter

Julie Bosman, Chicago bureau chief of the New York Times

Mariah Woelfel, WBEZ city politics reporter

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