Lauren is a producer for WBEZ’s local news broadcasts. Previously, she worked as a facilitator at the StoryCorps booth in Chicago. Lauren was also a production fellow at KNOM in Nome, Alaska, where she reported live from the finish line of the Iditarod sled dog race. Her work in Alaska earned five statewide awards. Before getting started in radio, Lauren got a B.A. in art history and wrote a thesis about monasteries in northern Greece. Outside of work, you can find Lauren performing in comedy shows across the city or eating a lot of Swedish Fish.
Lauren Frost
News Producer
Stories by Lauren Frost
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How Can You Tell If A Company Is Actually Sustainable?
Here’s what we learned from Xi Marquez, the associate director of education at The Nature Conservancy.
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Chicago Artists Hatch Up New Bird-Themed Mini Golf Course
Putt-putt and avian conservation meet in the newly restored course, located in Douglass Park.
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What Does The UN Climate Report Mean For Chicago?
Here’s what we learned from experts Dr. Scott Collis and Dr. Trent Ford.
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How Are Insects Affected By Climate Change?
Here’s what we learned from Professor Alex Harmon-Threatt, a pollination ecologist at the University of Illinois.
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Have Questions About Chicago’s Climate? Send Them To WBEZ.
Each week, our on-air experts explore a new aspect of our region’s climate — and we want to hear from you.
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What’s The Difference Between Weather And Climate?
Here’s what we learned from Illinois state climatologist Dr. Trent Ford.
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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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5 Things To Watch As The Cubs And White Sox Go Into The Playoffs
Chicago’s two teams are headed to the playoffs for the first time since 2008. If you missed the shortened season, here’s what to know.
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65 Years Later, Emmett Till’s Cousin Reflects On His Legacy
“To this day we’re still fighting for the same civil rights,” said Ollie Gordon, 72.
