The pandemic is driving down college enrollment
More young adults are taking jobs rather than enrolling in college, and the much-heralded “pandemic gap year” turned out to be a myth.
Lynnea Domienik
Producer, Reset
Stories by Lynnea Domienik
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What you need to know about COVID testing scams in the Chicago area
Chicagoans have experienced long lines, no results after weeks and questionable safety practices at some pop-up testing sites.
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How did the CPS lockout affect school counselors and social workers?
Some CPS counselors and social workers fear the student’s trust in them will be compromised.
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What makes an engaged and energized democracy?
For the CEO of a civic engagement organization, it’s part taking responsibility and part having faith in the process.
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At least two dozen Illinoisans have been charged for their role in the Jan. 6th insurrection
Most face misdemeanor charges, but some have been charged with felonies.
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CPS cancels classes after teachers union votes to shift to remote learning
How to deal with the short staffing caused by COVID?
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New study found 1 in 5 families delayed medical care during pandemic
According to a new Harvard study, 57% of the people who reported delaying care said they experienced negative health consequences.
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Advocates argue hiring people with criminal records could address the labor shortage, supply chain issues
A 2021 study of human resource managers found that about half would be willing to hire someone with a record — an increase since 2018.
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Debut novel ‘The Final Revival of Opal + Nev’ is a nuanced look at rock ‘n’ roll
Satire, oral history and fiction come together beautifully in this powerful debut novel about a real-life rock and roll duo.
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An Englewood group is working to close the wealth gap one business at a time
The Re-up Project is all about keeping wealth in the neighborhood and building up local Black businesses.
