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  • Why Are There So Many Music Venues In Uptown?

    A rising population, developing landscape and evolving entertainment all helped form a need for the Chicago music venues we know today.

    July 4, 2020 read more
    Listen — 9:00
  • How To Be More Eco-Friendly — While Staying Safe — As Illinois Continues To Reopen

    Washing reusable masks and making your own wipes are some of the ways to produce less garbage during the pandemic.

    July 1, 2020 read more
  • As Chicago Reopens, Is It Time To Let My Parents Meet Their Grandchildren?

    As new parents to twins, Ricardo and Marcela Serment wonder if it could finally be time to invite some helping hands into their home.

    June 27, 2020 read more
    Listen — 10:42
  • If Parks Are Open, Why Aren’t The Playgrounds?

    One Curious Citizen heard the risk of COVID-19 transmission is low outdoors — yet the city is keeping its more than 600 playgrounds closed.

    June 23, 2020 read more
  • Sun Wah BBQ In Uptown Will Require Patrons To Sign A Health Affidavit To Dine

    WBEZ spoke to co-owner Kelly Cheng about the decision.

    June 15, 2020 read more
  • Performers Speak Out About Racism In Chicago’s Improv And Comedy Scene

    Three performers weigh in on the way forward for a more equitable comedy scene. “You just want a space where you can find your own voice.”

    June 13, 2020 read more
    Listen — 11:30
  • Patio Dining 101: Health Experts Weigh In On How To Eat Out Safely

    From appetizers to rules about the bathroom, here are six tips for how to eat out during Phase 3.

    June 13, 2020 read more
  • My Daughter Attended A Protest—How Do I Get Her Tested?

    One Chicago area father has been having trouble figuring out when and where to get his teenage daughter tested for COVID-19.

    June 12, 2020 read more
  • Reflections On A Week Of Protests And Unrest

    As Chicagoans respond to the death of George Floyd, four reporters take us through the moments that defined this historic week.

    June 5, 2020 read more
    Listen — 20:35
  • I Left Consulting To Run A Testing Center In My Neighborhood

    Miguel Blancarte Jr. says he’s found a new purpose during the pandemic running a testing center at his old elementary school in Little Village.

    June 5, 2020 read more
    Listen — 4:11
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