Maggie Sivit
Digital and Engagement Producer
Before joining WBEZ, Maggie was a reporting fellow with City Bureau and a freelance illustrator for the South Side Weekly.
Outside of WBEZ, Maggie is an avid rock climber, hiker, and yuca con mojo eater.
Stories by Maggie Sivit
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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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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.
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Lessons Small Businesses Have Learned A Year Into The Pandemic
We asked small businesses in Chicago how they’ve been doing — and what they’ve been doing — over the past year. Here’s what they had to say.
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What Historical Treasures Are Housed In Chicago Public Libraries?
These seven “treasures” bear witness to Chicago history, from the Civil War to the election of the first African-American mayor of Chicago.
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How Neurobiology Influences Gun Violence
When someone gets involved with guns and gangs at an early age, it can change the way that person thinks.
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Do Chicago Cops Have To Follow Traffic Laws?
Chicago drivers are required to obey traffic laws when they’re out on the road. But what about the police?
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History of Violence: Chicago During The Capone Era and Today
Al Capone’s legacy of violence still looms large over Chicago, but was the city more dangerous back then?
