Maggie Sivit
Digital and Engagement Producer
Before joining WBEZ, Maggie was a PhD student in cinema and media studies at the University of Chicago and a reporting fellow with City Bureau.
Outside of WBEZ, you can find Maggie rock climbing, dancing and looking for the best pastelito de guayaba in the city.
Stories by Maggie Sivit
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What’s in the air?
Fine particulate matter is responsible for an estimated 5% of all premature deaths in Chicago. What is it and where does it come from?
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Burnt out and overwhelmed: Meet the quitters of the Great Resignation
From truck drivers to accountants, Chicago-area residents who quit their jobs during the pandemic say they have no regrets.
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Love is in the air in the basement of the Cook County Clerk’s office
Marriage and Civil Union Court in downtown Chicago might be dimly lit, but love and romance light it up each day.
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7 tips for getting through the holidays as a queer person
Casey Tanner and Kiana Lewis of the Chicago-based Instagram page Queer Sex Therapy share tips for making it through the holiday season.
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Las puertas de la Lotería en Pilsen hablan del pasado y el presente del vecindario
Diferentes artistas han pintado una serie de murales en las puertas de la calle 18, inspirados en el clásico juego de la Lotería.
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The Lotería doors in Pilsen speak to the neighborhood’s past and present
Different artists have painted a series of murals on doors along 18th Street, inspired by the classic Lotería game.
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What Are Those Giant Structures Out In Lake Michigan?
There are six water cribs remaining in Chicago, but only two are still in use. So what might happen to them in the future?
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From Mexico To Chicago, The Story Behind “La Michoacana” Ice Cream Shops
There are dozens of ice cream shops in Chicago with “La Michoacana” in their name, but many have different owners, offerings and prices.
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How Much Poop Is In The Water? Your Questions About Chicago’s Beaches, Answered
Before you grab your towel, read our guide answering your questions about Chicago beaches — from pollution to poop.
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From ‘Cautious’ To ‘Blessed’: Chicagoans Reflect On Getting Vaccinated
Curious City spent the morning at two Chicago-area vaccination sites and spoke to people who’d just gotten a dose of the vaccine.
