WBEZ’s Rundown Of Today’s Top News: Chicago Prepares For A More “Normal” Summer
Chicago police are drafting plans for the possibility that large-scale events will be held over the summer. Here’s what you need to know.

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Chicago police are drafting plans for the possibility that large-scale events will be held over the summer. Here’s what you need to know.
A new poll finds 76% of all voters support Biden’s $1.9 trillion relief plan. Here’s what you need to know today.
The hand-picked 26-year-old resigned today amid allegations of unspecified “questionable conduct.” That story and more in today’s Rundown.
Pfizer and Moderna are ramping up production and say a shot will soon be available for every American who wants to get vaccinated. That story and more in today’s Rundown.
President Joe Biden today will honor those who have died from the coronavirus. That story and more in today’s Rundown.
The mayor faces growing criticism of her handling of the Police Department. Here’s what you need to know today.
Two leading vaccines are highly effective against a variant from the UK, studies suggest. Here’s what you need to know today.
People living in 14 neighborhoods will have greater access to vaccines. Here’s what you need to know today.
The Arctic blast in the U.S. could provide a glimpse into our future. Here’s what you need to know today.
Schools are reopening, but Lightfoot is still on the offense against the Chicago Teachers Union.