Libby Berry
Digital Producer
When she’s not keeping up with the news, Libby enjoys binge-watching new TV shows, dragging her friends to karaoke and cuddling with her cat, Stella.
Stories by Libby Berry
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A Year Into The Pandemic, How Should Chicago Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day Weekend?
Last year, throngs of St. Patrick’s Day revelers provoked a statewide shutdown. Will the city have better luck this go-around?
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Is Chicago Prepared For More Extreme Weather?
Recent winter storms are a sign of what we’ll continue to experience due to climate change, scientists say. Here’s a look at what that means for the city.
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Deliveries And Drive-Thrus: Christians Weighing Faith And Safety Have Many Options This Ash Wednesday
The Archdiocese of Chicago is advising priests to use a Q-tip or cotton ball to apply ashes — or, even better, to sprinkle them directly on parishioners’ heads.
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Doctor Who Treated Illinois’ First COVID-19 Patients Sees A ‘Light At The End Of The Tunnel’
Dr. Lynwood Jones helped treat Illinois’ first COVID-19 patients. One year later, he reflects on how the health system has responded — and what comes next.
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From ‘Prove Em Wrong’ To ‘Honey’: The Best Chicago Music Of 2020
Chicago musicians this year spun up songs meant to inspire. Vocalo’s Stephen Bekoe helps us break down 2020’s best tracks.
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What’s It Like To Be In High School During The COVID-19 Pandemic?
Naperville North junior Jordan King answers your questions about tackling high school during the pandemic.
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WATCH: A Look Back At 2020, In 52 Photos
We’ve lived through a year like no other. Here’s what it looked like in Chicago and around the world.
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A Virtual School Survival Guide For Teachers, By Teachers
We asked Chicago-area teachers to share tips and advice, from planning virtual lessons to improving poor attendance.
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PHOTOS: Balancing School And Sisterhood During The COVID-19 Pandemic
This fall, we’ve been following freshmen as they navigate college during the pandemic. Here’s what daily life looks like for one student who’s taking classes remotely — along with being a big sister.
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What’s Life On A College Campus Like During The Pandemic?
Do you feel safe? Does college hookup culture still exist? Elizabeth LeBeau answers your questions about freshman year during COVID-19.
